When I began this blog post, contractors were pouring concrete into the forms for our new patio. The old one had shifting brick pavers and unsteady steps. We wanted to make this house “aging” friendly, and fixing the backyard was one more way to make our home safe for all.
Of course, safety is only one factor. We want to sit outside in the cooler evenings after our walk or to have a place where guests can come and share our space.
It took a week, but today they finished! I’m looking at yellow caution tape to keep the cranes from walking on the newly sealed concrete. In a day or two, we will put the furniture back where it goes, set out the pots of flowers, and put the new bird feeder in place. The cranes should be happier.
It’s been an eventful summer. Every day feels like it is flying by and there is much to do. These happy distractions make it hard to write my next book, which is already hard enough. I’m normally done with a first draft by now, but this one is very slow going. I find myself praying daily for my word count.
We haven’t traveled much this year, and I don’t know if we will. But that’s okay. We thought we might do one more house project before winter, but after a week of contractors waking us too early (we’re not morning people), I’m not sure we will. It’s easy to forget how disruptive it is to have people working all around you. On the other hand, we’re grateful to be able to fix things.
Today we made a quick run to the local farmer’s market. Peaches are in season and will only be around for a few more weeks, so we get them as often as possible. Corn on the cob is wonderful right now too!
I hope you’ve had a fun and eventful summer. Schools are gearing up around here to welcome the students back. Hubby is already receiving requests for substitute teachers, though school hasn’t started yet. I’m looking forward to fall weather and fall colors, without wishing away these beautiful summer days while we have them.
May God keep you in His grace and peace.
~Selah
