Ugly, dilapidated, almost-falling-over outbuilding - GONE!(Yes, those are mattress springs laying on the ground - they make
a good ground flattener to drag behind the truck!!)
We spent Saturday and Sunday working on the property. The weather was gorgeous -- this time of year in Kansas, it should be in the 100s (today it is). This past weekend we were in the 80s. Perfect for outside work! Most of Saturday we were trimming trees -- many had limbs hanging down from the last two storms. We had a huge roaring bonfire with all the tree limbs! Then hubby decided to treat us to dinner, so we drove to Ponca City to run some errands and eat mexican. I had a yummy margarita. :)
Then on Sunday, we decided to tear down this outbuilding - the last two storms had weakened it and we were afraid the next storm might send it flying all over the pasture. I was so glad we finally tore this down! Before fall, we'll tear this fence out and put up some horse-friendly fence; we will also enlarge the pen that is off to the left (it's not really visible in these pictures).
I apologize for my absence in blogland and on Twitter and on Facebook; I just signed up for Facebook a few weeks ago (due to peer pressure) and I honestly haven't had the time to learn the ins and outs. With my new full-time job, I find my evenings are consumed with home maintenance and keeping the animals happy. I know with the advance of winter, I will soon have more time for the internet! I'm not gone - I guess you could say it's just a temporary leave of absence.
Then on Sunday, we decided to tear down this outbuilding - the last two storms had weakened it and we were afraid the next storm might send it flying all over the pasture. I was so glad we finally tore this down! Before fall, we'll tear this fence out and put up some horse-friendly fence; we will also enlarge the pen that is off to the left (it's not really visible in these pictures).
I apologize for my absence in blogland and on Twitter and on Facebook; I just signed up for Facebook a few weeks ago (due to peer pressure) and I honestly haven't had the time to learn the ins and outs. With my new full-time job, I find my evenings are consumed with home maintenance and keeping the animals happy. I know with the advance of winter, I will soon have more time for the internet! I'm not gone - I guess you could say it's just a temporary leave of absence.
Sounds like you have to go back to work this week to rest after your working weekend.
ReplyDeleteIt has been a cool summer up north here as well.
You will be glad when it is all done!
ReplyDeleteGlad things are going well for you.
ReplyDeleteI miss you for sure but I'm really glad it's not just me who's been MIA. I think several are taking extended leave from their blogs, twitter, etc. SA is on hiatus which helps with my quilt over missing it every morning. I really hope the job turns to full time for you....but i REALLY miss you here too. MUAH
ReplyDeleteMe too. I miss you but completely understand. As MLS said, I've put SA on Hiatus for the rest of the summer and my blog is on hiatus this week too. It's that time of year, I guess. Have fun and one of these days I'm gonna show up on your doorstep looking for one of those famous margies.
ReplyDeleteI get you on the temporary leave...I'm doing the same myself these days, or at least, I'm posting less frequently. There is just TOO much going on this summer! :) Looks like you are getting some great projects done though, that is good!
ReplyDeleteGood to hear from you, don't worry about your lack of posting. We are all taking advantage of outdoor activities while we can.
ReplyDeleteKeep up the good work and don't forget to have FUN doin' it!
Chester & Mom ;0=)
Great photos of all your hard workings!!
ReplyDeleteI am glad the weather was cooler for all that working outside.
Take care
Hey Girl, missed you but know that you have been busy! Glad that you got the building or what was left of it, down before it became a UFO!
ReplyDeleteI have been busy with yard work too. Don't know where the fibromyalgia has gone for 2 weeks but I don't care I have really enjoyed it haha!
Don't forget to enjoy yourself "all work and no play is not fun"
Bobbie
Soounds like you are very busy - great photos. Loving the blue sky especially!!!
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Martha & Bailey xxx
We just got back from vacation. Hadn't seen you on twitter. Now I know why. Glad everything is going well for you.. Love ya Joe Todd
ReplyDeleteThat is such an improvement - well worth the effort!
ReplyDeleteHello dahlink - I've missed u on Twitter, too. But I've been in and out myself - we're all taking breaks, going on hiatus, and just are generally busy with life. I'm glad work is going well and I hope it stays permanent for you! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteI think it is the August Blog Blues. Hard to keep up right now. I know I keep saying, "Come September, I'll get back in the swing." Something about the fall that offers a new plate.
ReplyDeleteWe all have to cram as much summer in while we can..especially here in Minnesota..where we are still waiting for summer to arrive! I miss you, but I know you are busy..I do enjoy your photographs! You can only do what you can do! :)
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