A peak through the back window to the backyard - what used to be half a basketball court at the top of the driveway. This hanging ornament, wrapped in clear beads, was something I picked up on a Christmas clearance but liked it more as a window decoration than a tree ornament so I keep it up all year long. It's about 4 1/2" across. (The topic of Our Beautiful World this week is Beads.)
That large turtle you see was found in the back of our shed that we recently tore down. I asked the kids if we should toss it or keep it and Rachel said to save it, so for now it's parked where you see it. Because..............
We've started a construction project opposite this part of the driveway. Our driveway is like a large number 7 with the downstroke not so diagonal. The part you see through the window is the start of the 7 and the free standing garage we are replacing is at the bend.
This was the garage and shed before. We were especially proud of the blue tarp doors (not). And we've planned for a long time to replace it. (Trust me, the house is much nicer and the new garage will be beautiful.)
A picture below from last night with all the wood gone and the cement torn up. This afternoon that was removed and the grading has started. It's going to be so nice to finally have someplace to put the cars in bad weather and even though I'll still have to walk across the driveway when it snows, I won't have to (or rather I should say HWNSNBP won't have to) clean the car off.
I have to admit that I've about had my fill of construction for the summer though. Too much to deal with at work and now at home. All the contents of the garage and shed are in a pod you don't see in the picture located directly behind the house between the two areas in the photos. Not much to look at through my kitchen window as it obstructs my view. So I'm hoping that the weather will hold and this project will not be dragged out like the door replacement at work which is still, as of today not done and students arrive on Tuesday.
Yes, it's going to be a squeaker, but I'm not going to worry about any of this this weekend and try to enjoy the last 3 unofficial days of summer.
Can't wait to see it all finished, I know that's the fun part after you live through it all!
ReplyDeleteLovely photos and the ironwork is wonderful. So glad to have found you through Our Beautiful World.
ReplyDeleteOh, that ornament is just beautiful! No wonder you keep it out all year.
ReplyDeleteIt so rarely happens here that if we do have to clear snow from the car, it's unlikely to be more than once or twice a year...but I am sure it is much more than that for you! Enjoy your new build, I hope it's speedy.
I would have never known that was a Christmas ornament, if you hadn't mentioned it. It looks beautiful in your backyard, along with your found turtle. I also love the paperclips you made for your school staff, from your previous post. That's very thoughtful. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteThis is like a throw-back to 2009, when you were talking to me about blue tarp over a garage door. Not the same door, right? Seems I'm slowing down while you're picking up steam!
ReplyDeleteThat's a cute ornament. I would keep it out all year, too. Good luck with your garage project!
ReplyDeleteThat is a lovely hanging ornament there, thanks for sharing with us at Our Beautiful World!
ReplyDeleteCute ornament! Perfect for "all" year hanging with those cute birds!
ReplyDeleteHope all goes well with your construction. With all the snow that we sometimes get (especially last year) makes me wish I had a garage too. Cleaning snow off my car is NOT one of my favorite things to do...smile.
Oh wow--I'd keep that ornament up all year, too--gorgeous! Good luck with the construction projects!
ReplyDeleteYou have been dealing with quite a bit of construction. I think I am one of the few people that enjoy that process . . . as long as it proceeds as it should. It will be great to have it completed - at home and at work. Love that ornament.
ReplyDeletevery pretty hanger, looks like a lot of work!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing with us at "OBW"
Hi Lorraine! I hope you enjoyed your last 3 official days of summer! I cannot believe that it's September 8th already! I love the beautiful hanging ornament you shared! and the photograph of it, too! I hope your construction is done or nearly done, too. Good luck!!!! (and thank you so much for your lovely visit to my blog!)
ReplyDeleteI do like the bird ornament, Lorraine!
ReplyDeleteI hope the construction speeds by. It will be especially nice to park inside the garage in the winter.
I beautiful window decoration, especially now when you have all the building mess, it'll be great when finished, hang in there, sweetie.
ReplyDeleteLove and hugs
Maarit