August 20, 2012

After 60 years, the green cottage came down today. Took just over 5 hours from start to finish. Countless families have enjoyed the peace and beauty of the lake from this spot. We're hoping that tradition continues once our new house is done.

I feel a bit of nostalgia, but it is overshadowed by the excitement of what lies ahead. This week is filled with permits and soil samples, but we also get siding, trim, and shingle samples on Wednesday. After months of observing other people's homes, I think I know what I want.

I can't even imagine all the decisions that lie ahead. Today I had to decide which way I want the sliding doors to open. I'm not one to second guess myself, but I know on the other end of this there will be things I will wish I had done differently. I'm hoping we can spread many of the decisions out over the next four months so I don't feel overwhelmed by the process.

On a side note, after 16 years of teaching it feels very strange not to be getting my classroom ready for the new school year. By the same token, I'm very glad not to be starting a new job right now. It was hard to sell a house,make a move, plan a wedding, and finish out the school year last spring.