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March 27, 2006
Want to See High Speed Framing?
Check this progress out:
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March 26, 2006
Temporary Mailbox
I went out to the property with Kate and Scott. We put in a temporary mailbox so we could use 3400 Windy Harbor as our forwarding address when we move out in a few weeks.
I pulled out the old rock pick that I purchased back at the old house. Bob and I thought we didn't need a jackhammer and could manually did post holes when we were adding a fence to close in the backyard. Big mistake... Even in our youth we were thoroughly whipped digging just 4 holes!
This time it was only one hole. I worked the pick and Kate cleared the dirt and broken rock out of the hole. We got it down about a foot through the rock. As you can see we piled some dirt around it to make it a little more secure.
Framing begins tomorrow!
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March 24, 2006
Preparing for March Madness
Scott really enjoyed his first season of basketball! His third grad team, the Falcons had a great season! His strength is defense, where he can be physical.
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Skiing, Sledding, Tubing Over Spring Break
During Spring Break Meg, Scott and I hit Utah to do some skiing, sledding, tubing and generally having a great time. Meg loved skiing and she transformed her "pizza" wedge into some pretty parallel turns. Scott wasn't the biggest fan of skiing, so Scott and I spent some time playing chess in the Stein Erikson lodge. It really started to snow when we went tubing and Scott tried the mini-snowmobiles. We had lots of fresh snow every day.
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March 19, 2006
The Foundation Now Poured
Deb and I took a trip overr to the property and saw our freshly poured Foundation. They were able to get it don before the rains set in on Saturday. We also have been tracking the progress of our neighbors who are also building their house, started last November.
He said the rains are good for the concrete as it cures, since it's an exothermic reaction (gives off heat). A quick Google search on concrete setting confirms what he says.
Here are some pictures from this dreary, rainy day in Austin:
Front Left
Front Right
Back Left
Back Right
Weather permitting later this week, let the framing begin!
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March 18, 2006
Scott's Cotillion Adventure
Scott is now a graduate of the 2006 Cotillion season! He has mastered the dance steps for the fox trot, waltz, two step, cotton-eyed Joe, just to name of few. He also learned about the importance of a firm handshake and eye contact.
Jim and I got to join him at the end of Cotillion dance.
Here are some photos from 50s night and western night.
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March 11, 2006
Foundation Box, Plumbing in Place
Claire and I had a chance to visit our 3400 Windy Harbor property this beautiful Saturday. They have made good progress this week. The foundation box is in place, the trenches are run for the plumbing, and the plumbing going through the foundation is in place. Here's a couple of pictures.
From back right corner, by the study and master bath:
From the back left corner, by the garage:
And finally, from the front left corner by the family room and breakfast area:
Next week, rebar and concrete... weather permitting!
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March 6, 2006
Claire Wins Georgetown Champ Tournament!
Over the weekend, Claire won the Georgetown Champ Tournament, and won it in impressive fashion.
She needed to reach the finals to join the ranks of the SuperChamp level players in Texas. Instead of settling for that, she went on to win 6-2, 6-2 in the finals.
Whoo hoo... way to go Claire!
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March 4, 2006
The Austin Cahills Home is Now For Sale!
As of this past Thursday, our 7709 Blue Lilly Dr. House is on the market. Traffic has been heavy the first two days.
Check out the virtual tour.
Here are some photos. Click on them for larger images:
Living Room and Dining Room
Kitchen
Family Room
Family Room and Stairs
Master Bathroom
Back yard
Here's the MLS listing in Realtor.com.
Do you know anyone interested?
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