Twists & Turns

Well, well, things always have a way of twisting and turning - leaving you confused and headed in a different direction than anticipated. It's been some time since my last blog - that's because I'm just barely hanging in there. Building is tough! When I started I wore a size 6 and now, I'm in a 2! But, enough of that... lets get caught up, shall we? Let's start with the changes from the last blog... finished framing my bathroom and closet, stairs are done - but changed... didn't do the fancy rounded landing thing (too much to deal with when it comes time to trim) Finished wiring my surround system (its going to be awesome). Finished insulation (UGH, that was nasty!) halfway done with plumbing (both supply - copper - and drain - PVC). I had to refer to some "web help" with sweating the copper pipes... I just didn't quite get it until I went online... then, I got it. So if you need help, the web is a wonderful tool http://www.remodelingmyspace.com/how-to-videos/plumbing-videos/how-to-solder-copper-pipe-video.htm We've decided to do the heating and air ourselves rather than hire a HVAC person... found a guy who is retired and is going to get us everything at wholesale and tell us what we need to do - should save major bucks! My contract with my townhouse fell through - first time buyer who had no clue what she was doing.... ended up wasting a lot of my time, but hey, that's life. I took it off the market temporarily because I am going to paint the exterior and since my deadline is more like October - I dont want to have to move in the with parents too soon ha ha! Had to rip out a triple window and re-do the header (guy who did it, didn't know what he was doing). Once we finish with the plumbing & HVAC we'll have the framing inspection and then DRYWALL! I'm excited, its moving along, but man it's hot out there! That's about it for now - gotta jet! PEACE OUT