The featured photo above is the home that my parents built in 1970-71. I was 11y/o when I, my 2 brothers, and parents, moved to Brookeville, Maryland, on 8 acres, overlooking Tridelphia Lake. Those were wonderful years that I look back on fondly. We have two house plans. Deciding which one to build is becoming a bit ridiculous. Personally, I want the smaller home – easier to clean and care…
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Staking Out Our New Build
It feels good knowing that we are officially on our way to breaking ground on our new home! Today, Brandon was on site with Bob staking out the location of our new home. Based on its orientation on the property, the back of the house…
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Can’t Wait to Blow This Pop Stand!
We’ve lived in this apartment since May of last year, and it is sad that it has taken this long to get the ball rolling and start building our new home. That day can’t come soon enough. Apartments are far too expensive, cheaply built, have…
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Batten Down the Hatches
Big Bear has been working day after day on our house plans, and together we’ve been making lots of decisions – Closet or open space in a bedroom? Brick or Stone?Black or White Pella Windows?Casement or double-hung?Curved or square-top double front doors?Stain color for the…