Sisyphus

Week 4: It is hard to believe that we have owned our little ranch for just short of 4 weeks. I feel like Sisyphus. Every time I stop to take in a breath the boulder slips back down the hill and threatens my “Can Do” attitude.

We gutted the entire interior, removed all the walls, flooring, appliances, bathtubs, 3 defunct hot water heaters and a Thermopride furnace from the basement. Walls are down to studs, basement is painted with Dry Lok Extreme and we are feeling proud.

The outside work continues with Steve’s amazing excavating machine (The Big Green Claw and Thumb). He continues to make his way around to clear stumps and brush.

I am over an important hump. The rain has stopped. I am starting to take things more in my stride. We selected our contractors for foundation, site drainage and framing. That is a great feeling. We have good people and have tons of confidence in their ability.

It is Easter weekend and Sisyphus is inching ever so slowly up the hill.