Everyone seems to be winding down for Christmas. It's really great to see. However, Christmas time around here means Jason has time off until the New Year. And you know what that means? Lots of reno jobs to be completed with the luxury of time.
Not one to disappoint, Jason arrived home half way through the day yesterday to commence his holidays. So what does he do? He proceeds to strip to the waist and whips out his trusty belt sander. Yeah!
You have to love a man with such commitment to his home renovations!
The stair treads are being sanded down and readied for a coat of decking oil. They get quite grey as they get the direct sun.
Shortly after the above photos were taken, it started to rain. Thwarted for the afternoon!
Today, Jason finished oiling the stairs. He also made the obligatory trip to the hardware store to purchase drop sheets and other painting paraphernalia in readiness for painting the deck ceiling.
All the jobs to be done this holiday are smallish but they have big impact in terms of polishing off the Sow's Ear. So, if you are still around I'll still be here tracking all the progress.
Thanks so much for reading our story about our renovations this year. The fabulous comments and lovely emails that we receive are always greatly appreciated. It makes writing Fun and VJs so worthwhile. The renovation process is much more palatable and less lonely somehow...
We wish you a safe and happy Christmas. Cheers to you all!
Not one to disappoint, Jason arrived home half way through the day yesterday to commence his holidays. So what does he do? He proceeds to strip to the waist and whips out his trusty belt sander. Yeah!
You have to love a man with such commitment to his home renovations!
Shirtless Jason sanding the back stairs. |
Shortly after the above photos were taken, it started to rain. Thwarted for the afternoon!
Jason in repose. I know. It is not often that we see him like this. I captured this image on the quiet. |
All the jobs to be done this holiday are smallish but they have big impact in terms of polishing off the Sow's Ear. So, if you are still around I'll still be here tracking all the progress.
Thanks so much for reading our story about our renovations this year. The fabulous comments and lovely emails that we receive are always greatly appreciated. It makes writing Fun and VJs so worthwhile. The renovation process is much more palatable and less lonely somehow...
We wish you a safe and happy Christmas. Cheers to you all!
Merry Christmas to you both. I have one of those husbands. He has been building for weeks and it keeps growing. Today he is resting with his water squirter thing. Whatever makes them happy though!
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas to you both. I have one of those husbands. He has been building for weeks and it keeps growing. Today he is resting with his water squirter thing. Whatever makes them happy though!
ReplyDeleteIt's good isn't it when they have a project! A squirter sounds intriguing...!!xx
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas Anita, Jason and boys!
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas Anita and Jason.
ReplyDeleteCan I boast and tell everyone I've met Jason in the flesh? Though he was clothed and not renovating at the time, but still ...
I hope Santa brings you stacks of MC stuff and little lead soldiers, oh yes and some things for the boys.
Merry Christmas Anita to you, Jason and the boys. I have enjoyed your renovating journey and thanks for your help/advice with ours. Have a great day and all the best for 2012. ;-)
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas to you and your family Anita! I hope Jason takes enough of a break for you all to make some lovely Christmas memories.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes xx
Merry Christmas! The renovations bring never a quiet moment to your house ... I hope you all get to enjoy at least a little down time.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your kind words and good wishes Anita.
ReplyDeleteI truly hope you Jason and the boys have a spectacular Christmas and New year...and yep, I'll be around to continue reading about your renovations.
Have a good one!
Lesley
xx
You're too funny! I love the sneaky photo - and the blonde snaps. It's a little bit Marilyn...
ReplyDeleteAnd thanks for stopping by earlier :) Hope you have a great Christmas too xx
Merry Christmas renovators!! Have to say, the hardware car park was the busiest here too!! Topless belt sanding, my husband needs no excuse to take his shirt off either. My son is the same!!
ReplyDeleteHappy progress over the break, love Posie
At first - with the top photo - I thought that Jason was practicing head-stands on the steps. Taking your shirt off at Christmas? It just doesn't seem right, somehow. Have a good one.
ReplyDeleteHaha! I understand the feeling of having a "recent" photo with the hubby. I think our most recent photo also involves hubby wearing an Afro wig ... sigh ...
ReplyDeleteAnother pic of Shirtless Jason just made my Christmas.
ReplyDeleteHave a happy one!
xo
Wishing you a very merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteYou always make me giggle, Anita! Poor Jason - he must be *so* over that painting by now ☺. J x
ReplyDeleteYou are working that wig Anita! I hope you had a great Christmas with the family & enjoyed the beautifully painted surrounds of the Sow's Ear:). Meredy xo
ReplyDeleteDecided to google renovation blogs for inspiration as I've been considering doing one of my own when we begin our renovations soon. I love yours! Just discovered it yesterday.
ReplyDeleteHow did you get started? I've never blogged before.
Thanks noexpertbut! It is easy. Just follow the prompts from blogger and then start writing and loading your photos. Send me your link when you're up and running. Love reading about other renos. Good luck! xx
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