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6462 E Summit Cove-Window Day

Window day finally came which put us one step closer to being dried in. Kerry and Perry came to help. Matt had rented a lift to make it safer and faster to put all of the upper windows in. We started with all of the upper windows in case we didn't get them all finished before the equipment needed to be back. I had never realized how many windows are in this house until we had to put each one of them in.

At one point the lift got stuck in front of the garage because of the rain we had received overnight. It took hooking up Kerry's truck to pull it out. It slowed the progress briefly and made some pretty deep tracks in the yard

The kids have been so good through this whole build. And I know I have mentioned it before but living so close has been a game changer. They were so happy to just play in the backyard in the dirt while we worked all day.

All the windows went in in about a day and a half. We couldn't quite get them all in in one day but we were happy with the progress and super thankful for the help.

Box Elder County Rodeo

We were really disappointed when we found out the had cancelled the parade and fair. I was thrilled when I saw that they were still going to make accommodations to do the rodeo and really wanted to go. We started our evening celebrating Kerry's birthday with dinner before we headed over to meet our friends(Amy & Perry) at the rodeo. They did assigned seating and I actually thought it worked out better because we didn't have to be there hours before it started. We had plenty of space so that was nice. Originally they said that masks were required to attend but then when we got there not really anyone was wearing one. It was so nice to do something that felt normal. Matt and I have been coming to the fair/parade/rodeo as long as I can remember. Amy and Perry had bought their tickets last minute so we weren't together but after the first hour no one showed up by us so they came down and sat by us. They threw out frisbees early on and Liam thought they were a pretty cool toy and it kept him busy on and off the entire night. His personality is shining through more and more all the time.

We let Hallie bring Paige with us. She has been working really hard and letting Paige tag along with us has been a big motivator for her. We don't mind having her along she's good company.

The seats we bought we in a really good spot. Liam played on the fencing next to us and it was easier to keep him contained.

The kids really enjoyed watching the lasso girls and after their performance at intermission they came around to visit with the spectators. 

I love the patriotisms that is at rodeos. I always feel so grateful for the men and women who serve this country.

Liam's faces are my favorite. He loved all the horses, tractors, and other various animals 

I love the look of pure joy on his face

Andrew sat with us for most of the rodeo. Emy loved having a friend.

Cute best friends

Gracie loved her headband/mask they gave everyone at the gate

After the main event came the motocross riders. The kids were loving it until one of the riders crashed and had to be taken to the hospital when he was hurt pretty badly. 

We had a great and late night doing something that felt normal for us. The kids faces lighting up throughout the events made it all worth it. I love traditions that made me happy as a kid that now make my kids happy. It's fun to show the kids things you enjoyed growing up and still enjoy. Until next year

6462 E Summit Cove-Roofing Starts & Windows Arrive

Thank heavens for good subs that go the extra mile to make sure the customer is happy. Matt had planned on us putting the windows in. In order to make the best use of our time we needed them to be delivered on a Friday so we had the weekend to get them in. Unfortunately the manufacturer couldn't deliver them until Monday but our window supplier lined up a truck and went to pick them up and brought them to us. We of coarse were very grateful. Now to put them all in.

 

End Of Summer Swimming

 Now with the girls in school we have to get creative to keep the younger two entertained. Luckily the pool is right across the street. Liam's personality is coming out more and more everyday. He can be so silly and when I pulled the camera out he did just that 

Emy loves Liam so much we call her the "smother" Some times when she get s close to him he screams or yells almost as a warning to stay back. Although Emy doesn't heed the warning it does let Matt or I know that she is bugging him.  Its like his built in alarm system.

1st Day of School

The day finally came for the 2 older girls to go to school. They of coarse were super excited...mostly to see their friends. I also think it will be nice to have some normalcy in their lives. They have missed school. for sure. They had their outfits picked out for days and were up before I even went down to wake them up. They looked super cute. A couple changes for this year are masks and they each pack a water bottle since the water fountains are closed. They also have traffic patterns in the hall at school. Emy was disappointed that she got left behind but next week she'll get her chance.

Gracie's first day of 3rd grade

Hallie's first day of 6th grade

As I talked to the girls about their days the first week I noticed something...they didn't even mention the masks or any of the other safety measures they had put into place. Instead they talked about how much fun they were having learning from their great teaches and seeing new and old friends. It really showed me that the adults and parents seem much more bothered by covid restrictions than the kids. The kids really just wanted what was best for them which is to be back in school where they belong. Learning from those who know best how to teach them. 

6462 E Summit Cove-Interior Work Begins

 

Finally the day has arrived to start something other than framing. It feels like we have been stuck on framing forever. When our subs actually show up when they say they actually get a lot done. We had no idea our roofer was coming but one day showed up and all of this was happening. That's always exciting

Electrical is coming along. It's super interesting that we spent a ton of time figuring out where all the lights would be and the switches for them would go and now the electricians are here and some of them just don't make sense so luckily we have been able to make some adjustments. There is a lot of wire going on in this box.

See all the plumbing...its coming along

And here is the HVAC stuff. With 4 furnaces there is a lot of duct that had to go in as well

Even fireplaces and tubs are in

Happy Anniversary To Us...14 Years

 Matt had to travel to Reno for the day on our anniversary. Matt hasn't traveled in months but of coarse he had to travel on our anniversary. The girls did a good job celebrating with me. We watched our wedding video and had fancy dinner. The girls made a cake out of dirt, grass, and flowers. Although our anniversary wasn't anything out of the ordinary it doesn't change the love I have for Matt. He is the best thing that has ever happened to me. With him we have built a life that we both only thought we would dream of. I'm glad we have forever!

Matt told me there was a delivery coming and that I had to be home to sign for it. He did say that it was some speakers but I didn't expect an entire pallet. When the delivery guy came to the door and asked where to put it I was slightly confused until I saw the entire pallet full of so many boxes. I quickly reorganized the garage so it fit and over the coming week the girls and I moved all the boxes down to Hallie's room so we could have more space in the garage,