Monday, April 2, 2012

Weary

It's been a tiring few day.  Several 'big things' have been accomplished as well as several small things. I'm too tired to report much.  But big things: yesterday the chicken coop was cleaned out and fresh bedding put in (poor bird-brains: they were terrified to go in at first).  Today, all the lumber and decking materials for the deck extension were delivered (deposited in the drive!) and we carried them all into the shop.  V and I also went and picked up our replacement windows for the addition.  The 'addition project'- the deck extension and new windows and siding on the addition is "The Last Big Project" on the house.  At least until we find something else to do.
Now, we can start construction.  Oh... boy....  hear my cries of enthusiasm.....

Also today, I repaired my rabbit fence (blown over by a thunderstorm), planted some sacrificial cucumbers (you know, just in case it doesn't freeze anymore) and declared war on the inordinate number of thistles that have appeared in the yard.  Oh, and I also got that baby quilt top finally finished and sandwiched with the backing.  I was going to quilt it this evening until we ended up moving lumber late at night since the delivery guy didn't get here until after 6.
Now, it's time for a shower and bed.  I have to work tomorrow. Hahahaha!!

Oh, and how's this for an advertisement photo to colleagues:
Eggs you don't need to color!
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  1. ErinApril 2, 2012 at 8:37 PM

    I bet you are exhausted! I hope you are able to get some relaxation fit in somewhere to keep yourself ready for all those projects to come!

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    1. Judy TApril 3, 2012 at 5:52 PM

      The funny thing is- I do find all this stuff relaxing. Shoveling out the chicken coop- while not exactly fun has a certain zen quality to it. Plus, it was fun to work with the children- they were my wheelbarrow runners.

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  2. judyApril 3, 2012 at 4:52 AM

    hey,those are Martha Steward eggs,i used to watch her show,at least I didn't idolize her like some do OPRAH!If I got all that done....,if I could just turn back the clock a little.another round at the VA today,I wanted to get up at 4:00 to get ready for our metro ride but my son wakes me at 2:30 to say that when he stopped at the atm for me ,my bal said 0---I flew out of bed,about gave me heart failure,called the auto bank line-it was fine? who could go back to sleep after that

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    1. Judy TApril 3, 2012 at 5:52 PM

      LOL! I was asked once if we had Martha Stewart chickens. I guess I do.
      I do hope your son was April Fooling you!!

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  3. CarolynApril 3, 2012 at 8:28 AM

    Homegrown eggs, the original colored Easter Eggs! :)

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    1. Judy TApril 3, 2012 at 5:53 PM

      Aren't they!! I'm so happy that we've got a blue layer and one that lays a pink tint.

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  4. Mama PeaApril 3, 2012 at 10:26 AM

    You leaving home to go to "work" reminds me of when women are asked if they work and their automatic reply is, "No, I'm just a housewife." Kinda of like if someone asked you if you worked this past weekend and you would reply, "No, I was home all weekend." Sometimes we just have to laugh at all the WORK we do at home . . .

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    1. Judy TApril 3, 2012 at 5:54 PM

      My "work" places are very different. My paid job is exhausting mentally and emotionally, my home 'work' is physically challenging. I'm actually pretty pleased with the balance. Especially with having my Mondays off- the balance is even better!!

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  5. SusanApril 3, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    No wonder you're tired! Sometimes we go to work just to relax.... that is a lovely, natural Easter basket. I save my white eggs for coloring.

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    1. Judy TApril 3, 2012 at 5:55 PM

      We don't actually have any chickens that lay WHITE eggs. Isn't that amazing! Maybe for the next go around we'll get some.

      And, yes, sometimes I go to work to relax!

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  6. EcoCatLadyApril 3, 2012 at 1:08 PM

    Ha! It was in the 80's all weekend... so I worked on the deck. Nothing as exciting as your project, just shoring up a 15 year old deck that's starting to droop... otherwise known as fun with floor jacks! Today there are several inches of snow on the ground. Now how's that for variety?

    Anyhow, if you get some wall-o-waters for your cucumbers they should be able to stand up to pretty much anything mother nature throws at them.
    :)
    ~Cat

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    1. Judy TApril 3, 2012 at 5:57 PM

      Our original deck was beyond repair. So it came off a few years ago and was finally replaced. This current project (except for the addition siding and windows) is pure 'fluff'. Not a necessity, but I LOVE my outside space.
      We're forecast for some low 30's later this week. I'm hoping that my little cucumbers won't be up yet.

      J

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    2. EcoCatLadyApril 4, 2012 at 12:35 PM

      Do you have any frost cloth? You could always cover them with some... it lets the light and moisture in but is supposed to protect things down to 17 degrees or so.

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  7. AnonymousApril 4, 2012 at 8:54 AM

    You guys are always doing a big project. Wears me out just thinking about it! lol Your egg basket was really pretty. You just need a bunny. By the way, I absolutely LOVE your header!! Sooooo pretty!! ...debbie

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