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Off with the old (roof) On with the new! They're working up a storm (I know...terrible pun in the circumstances). 3 months later, still getting rid of the old and broken and replacing, repairing, rebuilding. Every day is a surprise (a good one!) and a feeling of gratitude that we have so many wonderful craftsmen working on getting us our house back. Today is the third month anniversary of the tornado. I can't believe 3 months have passed! It's amazing what occurs to me and comes to mind when I am doing something else and least expect it. A memory shared on Facebook reminding me of a post from years past, a picture that shows up with the snow-covered pines and evergreens muffling sound and surrounding the house with a stunning scene. And now there's broken pieces of trees everywhere you look, and wide open space for all to see its brokenness. We celebrated the holidays last week when the kids were all in town and we could be together. I learned a lot abou...

It's been a while since I've posted. Between life, work, being on a course in the middle of everything, running back and forth to the house and travelling for TEDWomen and other clients, it's been a non-stop roller coaster. But every time I walk into the house, whether it's a few times in a day or a few days, the difference is dramatic! Everything is wrapped up and protected — walls, floors, stairs — the works! The roof has been removed, fixed, reinforced and protected, waiting for the roofer to come and do their thing once the siding goes on. It's like a puzzle. You can't do the roof until the siding is done and you can't do the siding until the flashing is done (I think I have that right). Bottom line is, I'm glad Barry knows the order of things because it makes a huge difference. I know I mentioned this in my last post but each and every worker that's on the job is so considerate and very good at what they do! The kitchen is a mess rig...