The start of something big!!

Last Tuesday we started building our new house. It wont be done for awhile but it is pretty exciting to be able to actually know for sure that we are going to have a "new house!"


Day 1- They started building the basement. Of course we had to make the trip to see all of the excitement. It took a little explaining to Andi but since seeing the "big pile of rocks and dirt" she is totally on board!

future driveway

The boys on top of the "big hill"The girls taking a break...looking out what would be the west side of the house.

exploring the outside of the bulldozer

walking down the "steps" that the bulldozer left..

Andi's favorite- the big pile of rocks! Here she is being ever so clever and making a "snow angel" Needless to say we always need baths when we get home!

standing on the "big pile of dirt"

Day 2- Travis and TJ had to run and pick up some seed and went to see what other progress was made on day 2. The basement was completely dug out by then and there were really big piles of dirt!

TJ standing in future basement.

The "big hole" of what will (soon) be our house with walkout basement.

Day 3- The footings were poured and our kids totally loved exploring the concrete paths and rebar sticking out! Luckily there were no major injuries!! We have decided that they will probably be disappointed when the house is finished and there are no more fun "things" to play with!

A new favorite to add to the rocks, dirt and rebar- see sawing!

Day 4- They framed the walls and are waiting to pour them (hopefully on Tuesday).

I have been trying to post these pictures for awhile now but just now got them to upload right. Depending on the weather we may be at a stand still for now. We know that building a house is not a "short term" thing but are pretty much in shock that we have actually started the process and how much was accomplished the first week!