We did it! The first phase of the deck is done.
I didn’t think we could finish with James gone and so much happening this week. But the kids and I got out there and knocked it out.
It wasn’t as easy as I thought it would be. In my mind, the deck would be done last weekend and the rest of my week would be spent like this….
But in reality, it looked more like this….
But I’m all better now that we finished phase 1. I can’t wait to show it to you….
Look ma….shade!….
Of course, there is still a LOT to do before it is completely finished. But we’re not going to think about that. No we’re not. I just want a day to enjoy the fruits of our labor.
Oh, and I am sure that tomorrow will look more like…..
Doesn’t Jacob look happy to be shading me with his umbrella? He’s such a good boy.
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Oh, fun! I’m impressed that you guys did that yourselves!
Gorgeous!
You make me laugh. The deck is beautiful but you and your sweet kids are more so. Enjoy your pool and deck.
Cha Cha
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I was just going to say how stinkin’ happy Jacob looks. I think his calling is now evident: a shade boy.
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Hilarious!! How cute is your footstool??
Yes Grateful, he has definitely found his calling. I think we’ll name him, “Cheerful Shade Boy.” LOL! Lisa~
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Wow! Nice work getting deck phase 1 completed!
I love the photo where you’re all pooped out! Too funny! Enjoy your accomplishment and don’t worry about the rest of it. Better to cross that bridge when you get to it.
Ah I just realized I read an atricle you wrote in the THSC review. I was so touched by your teching style.I thought to myself, I have to know this family. So glad to find you and your blog.We recently moved from Dripping Springs, to the Fort Worth area(job). We really miss the laid back style (and trees)of hill country.I pray the Lord will lead us back someday.
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That is unbelievable!!! Of course that’s because everything you do is unbelieveable! It looks fantastic!
Woohoo! I know you are enjoying being done with it as it looks great!
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If there was ever a reason to have more than three kids, this is it…
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Oh, what a beautiful deck! I am so jealous:). Love the picture of your son with the umbrella…the look on his face is precious! The cookie boy just made me laugh. You have darling kids!!
~Julia
Ha! This is hilarious. How did you get your kids to pose for you like that? My kids would just throw stuff and run around like hooligans. Maybe the face that they’re all under the age of 4 would attest to that, but still…great job on your deck! Enjoy it while you can! (i.s. Before winter..yikes!)
Haha! LOVE those pictures, Lisa! Hilarious! The deck looks great!!
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I don’t know what’s better your writing or the fact you actually got your kids to pose for that photo!! The deck is AMAZING, I’m in awe that y’all were able to do something so wonderful together as a family. I’m so thankful that because of your wonderful contest I’ve had the pleasure of peeking into your life a bit
You are truly an inspiration!