New Villagers in Gilchrist

[jimbo2012]

jimbo: let me know about places/prices u find for engineered hardwoods. We are in process of having one quote done by Floors R Us but would love to know what u find...

So far but only looking for a short time in earnest, not liking the wood tones, it appears that lumber Liquidators has more choice than anyone at good prices.

They R in Orlando, may ride out this weekend.

What I'm most interested in in looking iinto deeper is solid Fl Cypress wood milled right here in FL, it is very nice at a very good cost per sq'.

Here's just one example (http://www.crackersawmill.com/products.shtml)

Our Lanai extension (about 400') will be a pergola all cypress clear coated to show the natural wood.

[Yankee Quilter]

No why would it go smoooooth for me, I got screwed, the fiscal Cliff shut down the IRS computers, the bank couldn't get copies of my tax retiurns which R now required to close, we waited alllllll day yesterday then at 4:45 they said the IRS still hasn't emailed the the returns........

At 8:45 this morning we get a call from the TV law firm that all is set pick up the keys, we were there by 9, call the movers I had them first remove the living room carpet/padding it's ready to sell, then they started to unload, ( these guys don't know what a NY minute is they were slow as glue) we were unpacked by 3:00, but no elec, TV shut us down, so we're back in the Airstream tonight.

Power should be on in the morning have the warrantee people there at 8AM to start on my 3 page punch list.

W/D being delivered Saturday, oh fun, stopped at City Fire for a couple of Bloody Marys, went looking at engineered wood floors having a nice vegan dinner as I type.

I should be asleep soon I'm beat....we are are having a ball.

Funny how we thought the furniture would look in one place only to have the guys move it to another, you just can't plan to that fine a detail.

It's all good:pepper2:

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Sorry you ran into problems ... Seems like there are always too many i.s to dot and t s to cross! Glad you are in there now, try to enjoy! Keep your punch list,
the rest of us closing can use it as a crib sheet... For a Merlot!
Hi to Kathy ... See you soon!

[Lpierleo]

To anyone interested, Twinspin is expected to arrive in TV on Friday as their closing is next Tuesday. I know they would like to get together to meet their Gilly neighbors. Rich and I are planning on going down to Cody's Friday around 5:00pm for Happy Hour and one of our favorite entertainers is playing there too. We will stay for dinner and I have a call into Twinspin as I believe they are interested in meeting up. If anyone else is interested, the more the merrier! Hoping the weather will be a bit drier tomorrow evening. Let me know if anyone is interested and I will try to get a table for dinner around 7:00PM.

FYI, will probably be out of the house by noon tomorrow after the painters leave so if you would like to join, and it is after noon, please call my cell phone from the spreadsheet.
Thanks, Linda

[batman911]

Batman!!! Lee and Cion.....
Just wanted to let you know that mid to late afternoon there was activity on your lot. When I returned around 6PM they were still out there grading and beginning the trenches for plumbing!!! I am on it tomorrow for you!!! Yippee! Cannot wait to see the progress and your very large home! Congrats!!!

hotrodgirl,

Thanks for the update. You are reading my mind. I was just thinking, when will they start on our lot just before I read your post :). Guess we better quit playing and get serious about moving. Cion is working the Sony Open next week. I believe she is a walking with the players again keeping their score.

[WVMtnBoy]

Hey Mayor -
Do me a favor. . . . . Give the poor boy one of those Extras to tide him over until I get back. He's the one who gets the dang sword and now he wants my beer. Go figure

You want me to give him my what????????. You know how they get once they achieve the status of landed gentry...:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl: Don't worry, Junction29, he's good for his debt. He's already paid me off!!!

:a040::a040::a040:

[WVMtnBoy]

To anyone interested, Twinspin is expected to arrive in TV on Friday as their closing is next Tuesday. I know they would like to get together to meet their Gilly neighbors. Rich and I are planning on going down to Cody's Friday around 5:00pm for Happy Hour and one of our favorite entertainers is playing there too. We will stay for dinner and I have a call into Twinspin as I believe they are interested in meeting up. If anyone else is interested, the more the merrier! Hoping the weather will be a bit drier tomorrow evening. Let me know if anyone is interested and I will try to get a table for dinner around 7:00PM.

FYI, will probably be out of the house by noon tomorrow after the painters leave so if you would like to join, and it is after noon, please call my cell phone from the spreadsheet.
Thanks, Linda

Well rats!!! :sad: I didn't read this post until 5:03 on Friday and Janice already has dinner in the oven. I'm so sorry that I've missed it. If our social coordinator had been here (...hear that Terry???) I know everything would have gone off without a hitch!!! Please make sure that Twinspin knows to drop by and say hello!!!

[Teryl1949]

OK all you lucky Gilbillys, starting to get things ready for the chaotic closing week.:boxing2: Set for Feb 22d
What we want to know now is our cable choices in Gillyland. Don't suggest DirecTV as we had that in Tamarind Grove and didn't really care for it.

And can't post anything without a BIG shout out:eclipsee_gold_cup: to HotRodGirl for all her fantastic photos! We patiently await our daily fix to see what has been added today. THANK YOU!:bigbow:

Teryl

[Mamaderby]

What can I say?? Ahhhh, Job security!

[kittygilchrist]

THEY GRADED MY LOT!! I was passing by TV today and saw that they smoothed the dirt! Watch the middle of the unbuilt part of amherst and keep me posted. I'm an hour away so can come down and watch them work.

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Lock down your Corona. The house has gone to storage and I'm headed back to TV bright and early tomorrow. Design is a week from today. LIFE IS GOOD ;)

[Mr Hanky]

Congratulations and good luck .

[Lpierleo]

Twinspin, where are you?:welcome: Unfortunately, we did not meet up with Twinspin this evening. Not sure if they decided to stay another day in Disney??
Rich and I went to Cody's and it wasn't our favorite vocalist playing after all. We stayed until about 6:30 and decided to eat a home cooked meal tonight. :icon_hungry: I guess I have to remember, everyday is not vacation and have a home where we can cook also.:undecided:

Rich and I will be leaving on Tuesday to go back to the cold and snow. :cold: If we don't meet up again before that, we enjoyed spending New Years with many of you and will be back in April.:a040:

I was thinking perhaps we could set up brunch at Bonifay perhaps Sunday or Monday for those that might like to attend around 9:30AM and perhaps we will find Twinspin by then. Let me know if you think you may be able to attend and which day.

If we don't see you before we leave, take care and have fun in TV.:pepper2::pepper2::pepper2:

[WVMtnBoy]

Lock down your Corona. The house has gone to storage and I'm headed back to TV bright and early tomorrow. Design is a week from today. LIFE IS GOOD ;)

Congrats A-4!!! Glad everything is stored. Drive safe! Keep your nose between the ditches and :police: Smokey the Bear :police: out of your britches!!!

:1rotfl:

[WVMtnBoy]

Twinspin, where are you?:welcome: Unfortunately, we did not meet up with Twinspin this evening. Not sure if they decided to stay another day in Disney??
Rich and I went to Cody's and it wasn't our favorite vocalist playing after all. We stayed until about 6:30 and decided to eat a home cooked meal tonight. :icon_hungry: I guess I have to remember, everyday is not vacation and have a home where we can cook also.:undecided:

Rich and I will be leaving on Tuesday to go back to the cold and snow. :cold: If we don't meet up again before that, we enjoyed spending New Years with many of you and will be back in April.:a040:

I was thinking perhaps we could set up brunch at Bonifay perhaps Sunday or Monday for those that might like to attend around 9:30AM and perhaps we will find Twinspin by then. Let me know if you think you may be able to attend and which day.

If we don't see you before we leave, take care and have fun in TV.:pepper2::pepper2::pepper2:

We could do Monday morning! :coolsmiley:

[jimbo2012]

We could do Monday morning! :coolsmiley:

How about Monday morning breakfast at IHOP????

[Twinspin60]

Twinspin, where are you?:welcome: Unfortunately, we did not meet up with Twinspin this evening. Not sure if they decided to stay another day in Disney??
Rich and I went to Cody's and it wasn't our favorite vocalist playing after all. We stayed until about 6:30 and decided to eat a home cooked meal tonight. :icon_hungry: I guess I have to remember, everyday is not vacation and have a home where we can cook also.:undecided:

Rich and I will be leaving on Tuesday to go back to the cold and snow. :cold: If we don't meet up again before that, we enjoyed spending New Years with many of you and will be back in April.:a040:

I was thinking perhaps we could set up brunch at Bonifay perhaps Sunday or Monday for those that might like to attend around 9:30AM and perhaps we will find Twinspin by then. Let me know if you think you may be able to attend and which day.

If we don't see you before we leave, take care and have fun in TV.:pepper2::pepper2::pepper2:

Linda-so sorry we were furniture shopping all day. Did drive by the house and met Hotrod on the way to try to find some bedroom items. Either morning is good for us-have been to Bonifay a few times and like the brunch. Call me on my cell or I''ll try to get a hold of you also.

[CalcTeacher]

Hey...I don't know a ton about Facebook but I don't think JUST having a page is facilitating communication at all...I think we need to be established as a GROUP. Does anyone know how to do that?

[batman911]

Does anyone know what will be built in the large open space inside Gilchrist 211?

[A-4 Skyhawk]

RIBBIT
:thumbup:

[cgalloway6]

Does anyone know what will be built in the large open space inside Gilchrist 211?
According to the proposed map - Atmore Villas.

[aljetmet]

Lock down your Corona. The house has gone to storage and I'm headed back to TV bright and early tomorrow. Design is a week from today. LIFE IS GOOD ;)

Congrats Bob !! Have a good trip and have fun designing. That's when it all becomes real. Good luck!

[hotrodgirl]

Holy cow! Just signed on after a day or two offline! Lots going on, and yes, I did get to meet Twin briefly on Friday! The neighborhood is coming together! So, what has been decided about breakfast... Monday? Bonifay or IHOP? I could make Monday:o good to hear there is much progress being made! Lee and Cion, there was no work on your place today, nor Terry and Teryl's. Sometimes they work Saturday, sometimes not. It was pretty quiet in Gilly today though...

[jimbo2012]

jimbo: let me know about places/prices u find for engineered hardwoods. We are in process of having one quote done by Floors R Us but would love to know what u find...

We took a ride upto a cypress mill yesterday all I can say is WOW!!!!

Some of the nicest wood I've seen for flooring and other uses, they had logs being cut to order any size wood you desire, the prices were stupid inexpensive compared to anyplace.

I took pics, but since moving can't find my cable to download...a few days it will appear:Screen_of_Death:

But this is the real deal not laminates or engineered (not that there's anything wrong with engineered) It comes naturally in light wood tone, can be finished like that or stained to any color.

Here's the best part the experts all agree solid wood can now be used on above grade concrete slabs (as we have here) with the newer urethane glues containing built in moisture barriers.

So it will not be nailed or need a subfloor.

I'm placing our order tomorrow, picking up later this week, I have 5.25 " wide samples if anyone would like to see them.

They also mill a bead board for use on walls and ceilings, I'm going to do part of the LR ceiling, and a 36" high surround in the kitchen nook with a chair rail.

The deal with Fl cypress is it it super resistant to termites & rot naturally.

As some of you know I'm going to use this wood again outside on a pergola.



I have 40 yards of brand new carpet never stepped on for sale if interested.


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[WVMtnBoy]

Mary & Jim stopped by the house this afternoon. They haven't changed a bit and are still the most wonderful people. They would like to go to Bonifay for breakfast on Monday at 9:00am. They'll be there are we'll be there. Who else will be there??

:mmmm::mmmm::mmmm:

[hotrodgirl]

Jill and I are in for breakfast Monday! See you there!

[jimbo2012]

Never been there, were game.

[Lpierleo]

Bonifay, Monday at 9:00AM. ::mornincoffee:

Also spoke with Mary this morning. Let's plan on Monday, 9:00 AM at Bonifay. (sorry Jimbo, majority rules on location). Thus far it looks like 8-10 of us. I will stop there tomorrow to see if they will take a reservation.
WVMtn - 2
Twinspin - 2
Hotrodgirl. - 2? (assuming Jill as well)
Lpierleo - 2
Jimbo - 2? (Bonifay?)

Anyone else? Welcoming Twinspin as they close on Tuesday!:welcome:

[Lpierleo]

Great Carol and Jimbo, you replied to Rusty as I was sending a message. We have a party of 10 thus far. See you all then.

[Lpierleo]

Jimbo, Rich and I would like to see your sample. Is it something you can bring on Monday? Thanks.

[jimbo2012]

Sure they are small enough

[hotrodgirl]

Awesome! See you all Monday!! Please welcome as well Glenda and Bruce Wolfe who Jill and I met this weekend! They are in 210 on the cul-de-sac on Amherst! I believe they will be full time beginning in June.

[junction29]

""I was thinking perhaps we could set up brunch at Bonifay perhaps Sunday or Monday for those that might like to attend around 9:30AM and perhaps we will find Twinspin by then. Let me know if you think you may be able to attend and which day.

If we don't see you before we leave, take care and have fun in TV.:pepper2::pepper2::pepper2:[/QUOTE]""


Just picked this up, but sorry we are not available either Sunday or Monday. :sing::sing:

We have to take the hire car back to the airport Sunday am and are having workmen round Monday am :sing::sing:

Look forward to making the next one.

[junction29]

You want me to give him my [COLOR="Blue"] You know how they get once they achieve the status of landed gentry...:1rotfl::1rotfl: Don't worry, Junction29, he's good for his debt. He's already paid me off!!!

:a040::a040:

It is so hard, so very hard to try and stay balanced and grounded with all the adulation, people standing when you enter a room and bowing and scraping when you walk past. :o:o

Now we know what it is like to have the adulation that royalty and pop stars receive, we think we would rather just be Mr & Mrs, but beggers can't be choosers and we suppose we will just have to put up with it. :pray::pray:

Just to bring things back to a more serious note - we now have several British beers in stock and just waiting to share including 'Mild', 'Bitter', 'Brown Ale' and 'Guinness' (shh, don't tell anyone, but we are going to use the Mayor, Jimbo and A4 as guinea pigs, before we unleash them on the wider Gilly community) :pray::pray:

[Twinspin60]

Bonifay, Monday at 9:00AM. ::mornincoffee:

Also spoke with Mary this morning. Let's plan on Monday, 9:00 AM at Bonifay. (sorry Jimbo, majority rules on location). Thus far it looks like 8-10 of us. I will stop there tomorrow to see if they will take a reservation.
WVMtn - 2
Twinspin - 2
Hotrodgirl. - 2? (assuming Jill as well)
Lpierleo - 2
Jimbo - 2? (Bonifay?)

Anyone else? Welcoming Twinspin as they close on Tuesday!:welcome:

Linda-since we're staying with my cousins asked them to join us also. So add 2 w/us. Thanx-see u then.

[jimbo2012]

Just to bring things back to a more serious note - we now have several British beers in stock and just waiting to share including 'Mild', 'Bitter', 'Brown Ale' and 'Guinness' (shh, don't tell anyone, but we are going to use the Mayor, Jimbo and A4 as guinea pigs, before we unleash them on the wider Gilly community)

I have a very urgent ?, :rant-rave:

will the test bottles be chilled or room temp as they usually R on the other side of the pond?


Hey do you need a ride to the airport this morning?

[Twinspin60]

Mary & Jim stopped by the house this afternoon. They haven't changed a bit and are still the most wonderful people. They would like to go to Bonifay for breakfast on Monday at 9:00am. They'll be there are we'll be there. Who else will be there??

:mmmm::mmmm::mmmm:

Thanx to you and Janice for welcoming us into your home on a short notice. The feeling is returned and we so wish we didn't have to get on that plane Saturday! :

[Lpierleo]

Linda-since we're staying with my cousins asked them to join us also. So add 2 w/us. Thanx-see u then.

Added, thanks. Party of 12! See you Monday.

[GilchristCruisers]

Dave and I will join for breakfast tomorrow (Monday) 9:00 @ Bonifay. Then we are off to the flea market in Webster, recommended to us by our decorator as THE Biggest and best in the state of Florida. Google it. Looks like a great place to find those unique decorating pieces for your new home. See you all tomorrow.

Meredith

[Mamaderby]

Save the brown ale for me!
Closing is 2/22!!!!

[Lpierleo]

Breakfast at Bonifay Monday. Looks like we are now a party of 14. We did stop there and will not take a reservation but thought we sould be ok at 9:00. Only accept reservations for lunch and dinner. See you tomorrow.

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

Can't wait to see you Gayle!! I'm planning what to sell b4 moving, throwing donations into bins, cracking my shins on them, scratching my head and spinning in circles!
btw, I only live an hour N of TV and today is a miserable drippy day, but still only 59.7 degrees.
My beloved boxer Emma will be happy to meet you! See you soon, and God bless all you are doing to get to TV!
Kitty

Thanks Kitty for the greeting. I havent been online. Trying to throw and give more things away. Thank goodness I have 3 kids to give it to!
We saw pictures of the inside framing of our house. We are hoping we get somemore pix Monday.
We are 10 days out when we close on our old home. It will be sad. We have been in it for 30 years. But we are so excited to be part of a new neighborhood. I will totallly miss my friends in the neighborhood here. We do a ton together. They are having a good bye party for us at the end of Januray.
We leave on Jan 30 to get to TV. We are renting a house near the polo fields. But we will pop over and say hi to you and other gillys.
And yes, I cant wait to meet your dog. Boxers are a big favorite of mine. Give her a kiss from me. I hope Beau likes her so he has a new friend.
Okay, I have babbled on. Hello to everyone. See you in a couple of weeks.
Safe travels to all who are moving around. Gayle:wave:

[hotrodgirl]

Gayle, I hope that you will find this neighborhood to be very much like the home your are leaving, but better! All our neighbors are tremendously friendly and helpful, and we have had many get-togethers since my closing date of Dec 5th. I feel I have met many lifelong friends already and we are all basically starting over together in this wonderful place! Welcome and I hope to meet you very soon:wave:

[junction29]

I have a very urgent ?, :rant-rave:

will the test bottles be chilled or room temp as they usually R on the other side of the pond?


Hey do you need a ride to the airport this morning?

Hi Jimbo,
They will be cold, but not overly so as befits the way to treat a real ale! :pray:

Thanks for the offer for the airport, but we were taking one car back and picking up another one.

We had better get the experimenting done asap, so we can give the ok to Mamaderby for the brown ale :wave:

[junction29]

Save the brown ale for me!
Closing is 2/22!!!!

Dont worry, i know the Mayor, A4 and Jimbo are drinkers of note, but there will be plenty left (or restocked) for the 22nd Feb :wave::wave:

[Mamaderby]

Wooohooooo!

[Teryl1949]

OK all you lucky Gilbillys, starting to get things ready for the chaotic closing week.:boxing2: Set for Feb 22d
What we want to know now is our cable choices in Gillyland. Don't suggest DirecTV as we had that in Tamarind Grove and didn't really care for it.

And can't post anything without a BIG shout out:eclipsee_gold_cup: to HotRodGirl for all her fantastic photos! We patiently await our daily fix to see what has been added today. THANK YOU!:bigbow:

Teryl

HEY. I know everybody is busy with their social calendar and all but everyone ignored my question.:wave: What are our cable choices in Gillyland and your comments/suggestions please. :sigh:

[jimbo2012]

Brighthouse had the better reviews

[kittygilchrist]

I use directv and really enjoy the ability to record shows and watch later or simply delay so as to FF through ads. The cost is under $90 without premium channels like HBO. There are on demand and PPV shows available. Not sure if a TIVO would do the recording with any provider?
Brighthouse had the better reviews

[Yankee Quilter]

I am sure, that for you who have completed your homes, this is old hat and I probably shouldn't bore you! But we have walls! Bob, our picture guy via our rep sent us a update today, and I guess if you heard noise on Hackberry over the weekend, it was the crew on our house! So exciting! Kitty,you'd must in slab by now...fun fun fun:wave:

[kittygilchrist]

I am not sure if they have broken ground yet, so I hope I have some nosy neighbors snooping around soon! middle section of unbuilt part of Amherst...:click::2excited:I am sure, that for you who have completed your homes, this is old hat and I probably shouldn't bore you! But we have walls! Bob, our picture guy via our rep sent us a update today, and I guess if you heard noise on Hackberry over the weekend, it was the crew on our house! So exciting! Kitty,you'd must in slab by now...fun fun fun:wave:

[Yankee Quilter]

I am not sure if they have broken ground yet, so I hope I have some nosy neighbors snooping around soon! middle section of unbuilt part of Amherst...:click::2excited:

Well we close on March 1 and they do these with incredible scheduling so I figure, you are two weeks behind! Good luck!k:2excited::2excited:

[WVMtnBoy]

HEY. I know everybody is busy with their social calendar and all but everyone ignored my question.:wave: What are our cable choices in Gillyland and your comments/suggestions please. :sigh:

Oops! My bad! Your choices are Comcast, DishTV, the other satellite co (I forget their name), Brighthouse and probably a few others that I also can't remember. We went with Brighthouse because there was a thread on here about cable companies and it seemed that BH had a good reputation with no complaints about service. I know Junction29 had a problem with the attitude of the installer at their house but I had just the opposite experience so who knows. I worked with the BH rep on TOTV and found him to be wonderful and I'm totally satisfied with the service the BH has provided. We got the 3 way package (phone, internet & cable) and I couldn't be more pleased. It seemed to me that Comcast has service issues so I avoided them. Can't wait to see you guys!!!:loco:

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

Well we close on March 1 and they do these with incredible scheduling so I figure, you are two weeks behind! Good luck!k:2excited::2excited:

We close on Feb 20 and we have windows and a bath tub!!! My sister in law who lives in Amelia sends us pictures. Rusty and Janice can probably see our shingles on the west side. How exciting!!! Kitty, your slab will look like a house in no time. They are pretty quick. When you are in TV again, see how we have advanced 209-41 I find it rather amazing.

[hotrodgirl]

It never gets boring to see the progress,and although Rusty sent me many, many pictures (thanks, my friend) it is truly amazing to see one being built start to finish! I am in awe of the amount ofw people working and how specific the crews are on the job. They are a well oiled machine and always have a wave and Howdy when they pass you on the street. They are for the most part very conscious of my dogs when I walk them as well, taking care to drive well away whenever possible. Mostly the sites are fairly clean each day, but on windy ones, no such luck! Sit back and watch the amazing progress and worry no more about your build!!

[hotrodgirl]

Teryl, I decided to go with Brighthouse after pricing Clear Link. I am not impressed with Comcast, have DirecTV at home in Chicago which I like, but feel I got a good deal combining phone and TV. Did not get Internet as I use a MiFi...

[jimbo2012]

Carol, what was the cost?

I'm thinking only TV I also have MiFi 4g here works great, haven't used a land phone in years

[hotrodgirl]

Jimbo, I pay 90 for digital TV and phone (required if you have home watch) but I believe digital TV with over 200 channels (seriously?) was 70 dollars...basically the same as I pay in Chgo...

[junction29]

HEY. I know everybody is busy with their social calendar and all but everyone ignored my question.:wave: What are our cable choices in Gillyland and your comments/suggestions please. :sigh:

Can't speak for any other, but we have BrightHouse and it works just fine.
the only downside is that there are so many channels to choose from it is very confusing :Screen_of_Death:

We have had the full package, telephone, internet, dvd and tv with them; :pray:

The installer was a miserable devil, grunting and mumbling when we spoke to him and we wouldn't have that guy back in our house at any price and we told BH so too, but apart from that we are happy with the system

[Lpierleo]

We also have Brighthouse, TV, Internet and phone. We have had very good experience with sales rep, installer and Customer service. We had Comcast at our ranch in Hemingway and customer service was terrible. Would not go back to them. We also had not had a landline in a number of years but it was only $2.00 difference a month and good for US long distance, thought we would give it a try. We were impressed no contract at all however, price stays same for 2 years.

[Lpierleo]

Yankee quilter, we enjoy hearing about everyone's progress on their new build. It is very exciting. Congratulations!

[WVMtnBoy]

I have another exciting announcement...we (Janice, Mom, Gracie, Annabelle and I) have new neighbors!!! :thumbup:

I was out walking Gracie the other day and happened upon a couple (Lee Stephen) and his wife who were leaning up against a car and admiring their new patch of sand! We stopped and talked for a while and got to know two of the nicest people. :BigApplause: They've bought the lot that is two away from us on Bradshaw.

Anyway, here are pics of their new lot with the first signs of construction. The lot is marked 209.114 which is sincerely hope is theirs. If it's not then my bad but then again it won't be the first time that I've taken the wrong pic of a lot...:22yikes:

At any rate...welcome to the best neighborhood in The Villages!!!:pepper2::pepper2:

[Yankee Quilter]

Well, more pictures came today - twice this week! Rusty you need this guy's job!!!

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Looks like ChiefRose is about to get a slab up there in that "Fine Neighborhood of Gilchrist 210". And then Bobby & Susie Davis (bogo2128) 210.117 joined the spreadsheet today.

Cathy and I got a tour of Hotrods house yesterday. What a beautiful place. We picked up several good ideas for our Friday design.
8425

8426

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Bill and Rona got more paint today. Place is Lookin Good

8427 8428

[chiefrose]

As usual, I have to thank A-4 for taking care of me with pictures of my build. With his help it is almost like being there. I'd be remiss if I didn't also thank hotrod for her taking some pics in his absence. I have to agree with him that hotrod's place is unbelievable. She definately did it right.

[A-4 Skyhawk]

As usual, I have to thank A-4 for taking care of me with pictures of my build. With his help it is almost like being there. I'd be remiss if I didn't also thank hotrod for her taking some pics in his absence. I have to agree with him that hotrod's place is unbelievable. She definately did it right.

And she has a Corona lamp that plays music . . . .
How Cool Is That :thumbup:

[hotrodgirl]

To add to the dissertation of new homes being built, Terry and Teryl now have electric and insulation! The sequence is a bit different than mine, so I am not sure what tomorrow may bring. But I am ready with my IPad to send pics their way. And Batman has PVC pipes in. And the best news for him is that there now is a brand spanking new porta- potty on his lot! That means business in earnest!:thumbup: Gilly is filling up with the best people!!!

[hotrodgirl]

And she has a Corona lamp that plays music . . . .
How Cool Is That :thumbup:

The music part needed new batteries and A-4 had to fix my circuit Hmpf! But I will have it in good working order for the January Birthday Bash!!!

[slee317]

Thanks to Rusty for introducing us and for the pictures of the construction starting. With 3 first names it can be confusing at first, we are Steve and Linda Lee. Linda is a middle school teacher and I retired from a healthcare technology company, Cerner. We look forward to spending our summers there for a couple of years and then plan on moving to the Villages full-time!

[hotrodgirl]

Hello Steve and Linda Lee! And Welcome to the neighborhood! So, your build should be finished mid-March or so? Congrats! :thumbup: hope to meet up with you two. I am here til April this year, back more full time than not next year, then hope to be a permanent frog after that! You will love living in Gilly and TV!

[Twinspin60]

Thanks to Rusty for introducing us and for the pictures of the construction starting. With 3 first names it can be confusing at first, we are Steve and Linda Lee. Linda is a middle school teacher and I retired from a healthcare technology company, Cerner. We look forward to spending our summers there for a couple of years and then plan on moving to the Villages full-time!

Welcome to the neighborhood! We just closed today on our house on Eastffield and so far have meet so many great people-only wish we didn't' have to fly back to Cleveland on Saturday. My hospital uses Cerner for our computer and just went to EMR about 2 years ago. If you guys are still around stop by and see us-3046. Yea we''re so excited and thanks to everyone that met us at breakfast on Monday morning.

[gmcneill]

Hello Gillys

We have just purchased new dirt, aka: 211-14, on Luraville Road. Once I can figure out how to attach a photo I will ;)

We are part-time residents in St James (Wifey and I drive up from the Ft Lauderdale area for a few days once every five weeks or so).

As life-long Floridians, we love being near water. The W-S-W exposure here is the same as our SoFla home, so no issues in that regard. Looking forward to meeting you all....

George

[Lpierleo]

Breakfast was fun on Monday, great to meet more people. Rich and I finally made it home this evening. Sat on the Tarmac for two hours due to mechanical problems, then they moved us to another plane. It is 38 here now with snow on the ground.

Steve and Linda, congratulations on your new home.
Twinspin, congratulations on your closing. Keep in touch.
A4, best wishes on your design meeting Friday. Keep us updated.
Yankee quilter, house looks wonderful, keep the pictures coming.
Jimbo, keep us updated on your latest endeveor, the floors will be beautiful.

To Rusty and Janice, take care of the neighborhood and thanks for making us feel so welcome to your wonderful group!

Hope to see many of you in April, if not sooner. I am already looking for inexpensive flights. It is always hard to leave, but great when we have flights booked to look forward to another trip.

Take care, Rich and Linda

[gmcneill]

Perhaps I will receive guidance how to post photos... (hint) :)

[Lpierleo]

Dave and Meridith, how was the flea market in Webster on Monday?

Bill and Rona, your home is really moving along now too!

[hotrodgirl]

Rich and Linda, it was good to see you Monday and thanks for the info you imparted! I appreciate the tour! Sorry about your delayed flight tho...

[hotrodgirl]

Perhaps I will receive guidance how to post photos... (hint) :)

Hi, and welcome!
To post a photo, click on "post reply" then use the paper clip icon on the toolbar above to attach photo from your files! Hope that helps!! Do not use the quick reply however...

[gmcneill]

Thank you for the hints!

No luck, though.

I am guessing that I cannot attach photos using an ipad?

[hotrodgirl]

Thank you for the hints!

No luck, though.

I am guessing that I cannot attach photos using an ipad?

No you cannot!! :grumpy: I used to be able to copy and paste, but now I can't even do that! Sorry-didn't know you were trying to post that way. You need to upload to your computer unfortunately. The IPad is useless on the forum for that.

[GilchristCruisers]

Wow. When you don't check in for 24 hours, you have to read through about 4 pages of new posts to try to catch up. That being said, welcome to our newbies. You will love it here.

Report on the Flea Market...... IT IS HUGE! Only about a 20 minute drive south on 301/471. Open every Monday. One part is comprised of pretty typical junk----watches, t-shirts, melted glass bottles, purses, sunglasses, hats, jewely, etc. Probably regular vendors who really don't have the motivation to get real jobs, but who buy odd lots of cheap stuff and try to make a buck or two. The other part, across the street is made up of hundreds (seemed like thousands) of small antique dealers, collectors, etc who displayed a wide array of all the stuff people moved down here and decided to dispose of. Seriously, there was a lot of really unique stuff and some that was pretty interesting. We spent about an hour and a half there, and didn't buy anything, but you could spend all day if you were really motivated. It's something worth doing occasionally, but I sure don't have the stamina to go very often.

Met some new neighbors at the Gilchrist Pool this afternoon. Shirley (hubby Dale was not with her) lives on Eastfield across the street from Jim and Mary and down a few lots. Very nice woman and I encouraged her to check us out online. They closed Dec 16th. The other couple live in Fernandina (Barb and Wes). They are trying to get a threat going for Placida Villas.

Gonna be a wonderfully warm week. If you haven't visited our Gilly pool, give it a try. The water was delightful. And it's a great place to meet people.

Lee and Cion, your house is looking great. Kitty, I think I saw that yours had started, as well. There's so much building going on, I can't keep track of who is where. A-4s spreadsheet is great, but I may need an actual map as a visual aid. Anyone up for the challenge?

Meredith

[gmcneill]

Rats!

Sorry Gilly Nation

I will post once I return to SoFla later this week.

For the curious, the photos are in my public album in my (very spartan) member profile. Odd thing though, they appear upside down in the album on my iPad but they right themselves when clicked on.

[junction29]

Thanks to Rusty for introducing us and for the pictures of the construction starting. With 3 first names it can be confusing at first, we are Steve and Linda Lee. Linda is a middle school teacher and I retired from a healthcare technology company, Cerner. We look forward to spending our summers there for a couple of years and then plan on moving to the Villages full-time!

Welcome onboard Slee317 :BigApplause:
This thread is a great way to meet your new friends and neighbours :posting:
You will fnd it is a great and friendly neighbourhood, or it will be if we can can help Cathy just keep the lid on A4 :plane::plane::plane::plane:
Looking forward to meeting you :BigApplause:
Whilst we are talking about A4, best wishes for your design meeting on Friday, hope you can meet all your expectations, we know you have done all the research :posting::posting:

[junction29]

Breakfast was fun on Monday, great to meet more people. Rich and I finally made it home this evening. Sat on the Tarmac for two hours due to mechanical problems, then they moved us to another plane. It is 38 here now with snow on the ground.

Steve and Linda, congratulations on your new home.
Twinspin, congratulations on your closing. Keep in touch.
A4, best wishes on your design meeting Friday. Keep us updated.
Yankee quilter, house looks wonderful, keep the pictures coming.
Jimbo, keep us updated on your latest endeveor, the floors will be beautiful.

To Rusty and Janice, take care of the neighborhood and thanks for making us feel so welcome to your wonderful group!

Hope to see many of you in April, if not sooner. I am already looking for inexpensive flights. It is always hard to leave, but great when we have flights booked to look forward to another trip.

Take care, Rich and Linda

Hi Guys,
Really sorry we had to miss the breakfast bash.
Looking forward to your return and catching up then.
That temperature sounds cooold!, keep warm :cold::cold:

[batman911]

To add to the dissertation of new homes being built, Terry and Teryl now have electric and insulation! The sequence is a bit different than mine, so I am not sure what tomorrow may bring. But I am ready with my IPad to send pics their way. And Batman has PVC pipes in. And the best news for him is that there now is a brand spanking new porta- potty on his lot! That means business in earnest!:thumbup: Gilly is filling up with the best people!!!

Great news Carol. Any sign of concrete trucks? The last pictures we saw looked like they added more dirt to the lot. We are hoping it will give us an even better view out back.

[batman911]

Wow. When you don't check in for 24 hours, you have to read through about 4 pages of new posts to try to catch up. That being said, welcome to our newbies. You will love it here.

Report on the Flea Market...... IT IS HUGE! Only about a 20 minute drive south on 301/471. Open every Monday. One part is comprised of pretty typical junk----watches, t-shirts, melted glass bottles, purses, sunglasses, hats, jewely, etc. Probably regular vendors who really don't have the motivation to get real jobs, but who buy odd lots of cheap stuff and try to make a buck or two. The other part, across the street is made up of hundreds (seemed like thousands) of small antique dealers, collectors, etc who displayed a wide array of all the stuff people moved down here and decided to dispose of. Seriously, there was a lot of really unique stuff and some that was pretty interesting. We spent about an hour and a half there, and didn't buy anything, but you could spend all day if you were really motivated. It's something worth doing occasionally, but I sure don't have the stamina to go very often.

Met some new neighbors at the Gilchrist Pool this afternoon. Shirley (hubby Dale was not with her) lives on Eastfield across the street from Jim and Mary and down a few lots. Very nice woman and I encouraged her to check us out online. They closed Dec 16th. The other couple live in Fernandina (Barb and Wes). They are trying to get a threat going for Placida Villas.

Gonna be a wonderfully warm week. If you haven't visited our Gilly pool, give it a try. The water was delightful. And it's a great place to meet people.

Lee and Cion, your house is looking great. Kitty, I think I saw that yours had started, as well. There's so much building going on, I can't keep track of who is where. A-4s spreadsheet is great, but I may need an actual map as a visual aid. Anyone up for the challenge?

Meredith


Thanks for the update Meredith. Do you know who lives in the home next to our lot?

[WVMtnBoy]

And she has a Corona lamp that plays music . . . .
How Cool Is That :thumbup:

If that lamp comes up missing some night I hope nobody would think that I'm the guilty party!!!

:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

[kittygilchrist]

That's as good as a confession, Sky. If I were a LEO you'd be slammed in interrogation, and don't bother asking for counsel. :-)

[A-4 Skyhawk]

You will fnd it is a great and friendly neighbourhood, or it will be if we can can help Cathy just keep the lid on A4 :plane::plane::plane::plane:
Whilst we are talking about A4, best wishes for your design meeting on Friday, hope you can meet all your expectations, we know you have done all the research :posting::posting:

HEADS UP JUNCTION . . . . . .:plane:
INCOMING . . . . . . . . . . . . . :boom:
You're right. Cathy has had her hands full for 41 years. She's a Saint.
Good news. Our rep called today and they want to move our design up to tomorrow vs. Friday. Hey . . . . a day is a day. HotRod is already suggesting a "Post Design Celebration".
Thanks to everyone on this thread and our new friends that shared your design and building experience that helped us get ready for tomorrow.
HERE WE GO :kiss:

[A-4 Skyhawk]

If that lamp comes up missing some night I hope nobody would think that I'm the guilty party!!!

:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

GUILTY . . . .
THE MAN IS CONCERNED ABOUT BEING GUILTY ?
This is coming from the man who ran Covert Night Time Operations up in Gilchrist 210 wearing night vision goggles moving sold signs on to a certain lot to keep the "Gilchrist Wanna Bee's" from thinking that the lot was available. And after all of that, Big Brother took the lot for a spec.

(P.S. . . . I love the man like a Brother)

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Chief Rose has a concrete slab :BigApplause:
In the front left corner of the garage it says "A-4 Loves Cathy"

(Just kidding Rich)

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[A-4 Skyhawk]

Rona & Bill -
They're still painting. Hard to take pictures of Paint . . . . I'll wait for something more exciting.

It's 82 and GORGEOUS. Wish you all were here !!!

[chiefrose]

Chief Rose has a concrete slab :BigApplause:
In the front left corner of the garage it says "A-4 Loves Cathy"

(Just kidding Rich)

8472 8473 8474

I couldn't blame you if you did sign it with all the work you have been doing. Once the slab dries it should really start taking form. Can
t wait to see the walls go up....

[junction29]

HEADS UP JUNCTION . . . . . .:plane:
INCOMING . . . . . . . . . . . . . :boom:
You're right. Cathy has had her hands full for 41 years. She's a Saint.
Good news. Our rep called today and they want to move our design up to tomorrow vs. Friday. Hey . . . . a day is a day. HotRod is already suggesting a "Post Design Celebration".
Thanks to everyone on this thread and our new friends that shared your design and building experience that helped us get ready for tomorrow.
HERE WE GO :kiss:

You will be so exhausted, physically and mentally (or can pretend you are) after the design meeting/day that a post design celebration would be just the ticket! :BigApplause:

Just say when and where and we will make two :mmmm::mmmm:

Also need to arrange the Brit Beer Tasteing Research Meeting, but it has had a change of plan as the 'She who must be obeyed House Manager' has said that a Ladies Wine Tasteing Research Reeting is a nessesity too if the guys are having a beer tasting one!! - :BigApplause::BigApplause::BigApplause:

Will discuss when we all next meet - (if only Teryl were here) :posting:

[WVMtnBoy]

I say that we let A-4 make the call. If he can give us a heads up as to when he thinks the design meetings will end I suggest we meet that evening for a design completion celebration. What say ye Gilly's???

[WVMtnBoy]

GUILTY . . . .
THE MAN IS CONCERNED ABOUT BEING GUILTY ?
This is coming from the man who ran Covert Night Time Operations up in Gilchrist 210 wearing night vision goggles moving sold signs on to a certain lot to keep the "Gilchrist Wanna Bee's" from thinking that the lot was available. And after all of that, Big Brother took the lot for a spec.

(P.S. . . . I love the man like a Brother)

Now who in the world said that I did anything of the such??? Rumors are so hard to dispel. :angel:

I'm just an ordinary guy who tried to help out a friend! :beer3:

[A-4 Skyhawk]

I say that we let A-4 make the call. If he can give us a heads up as to when he thinks the design meetings will end I suggest we meet that evening for a design completion celebration. What say ye Gilly's???

Let us see what the agenda is going to be for the next couple of days and then I'll let everyone know.
Our sales rep picks us up at 9:00 this morning and then at noon we meet our designer Melissa Stanford. We typically make our decisions pretty quickly but I'm afraid the reconfiguration of the laundry / utilities area to create access to the study is going to take some time.
PUMPED UP AND READY TO GET IT GOING !!!! :pepper2:

[jimbo2012]

Have fun!!

[CalcTeacher]

Let us see what the agenda is going to be for the next couple of days and then I'll let everyone know.
Our sales rep picks us up at 9:00 this morning and then at noon we meet our designer Melissa Stanford. We typically make our decisions pretty quickly but I'm afraid the reconfiguration of the laundry / utilities area to create access to the study is going to take some time.
PUMPED UP AND READY TO GET IT GOING !!!! :pepper2:

A4: Enjoy the process! It's a long one but I thought it was fun! And the stuff you think is going to be the most difficult can often be relatively easy for them to accomplish (and conversely, the stuff you think is easy can really upset the apple cart).

[chiefrose]

Let us see what the agenda is going to be for the next couple of days and then I'll let everyone know.
Our sales rep picks us up at 9:00 this morning and then at noon we meet our designer Melissa Stanford. We typically make our decisions pretty quickly but I'm afraid the reconfiguration of the laundry / utilities area to create access to the study is going to take some time.
PUMPED UP AND READY TO GET IT GOING !!!! :pepper2:

Good luck, Bob. It really is painless but a lot of decisions. You are moer than prepared.

[shcisamax]

If anyone can figure it out, it's Mellssa. She creates space out of nothing :)

[Rbgold]

Can't wait to hear all about your day! :2excited: for you & Cathy!

[WVMtnBoy]

The big hurdle was getting the lot and that's been long overcome! The rest is icing on the cake. I don't think that you're going to have a problem!!! Just enjoy the process.

:pepper2::pepper2::pepper2:

[readmore]

Welcome! I retire in 33 days, but who is counting? Can't wait to get to the villages!!!

[GilchristCruisers]

Batman --

I don't know who lives to the right. We have met the couple to your left. Brent and Kaden. They are from Ft Lauderdale. Not up here full time yet.

Meredith

[DAnder2829]

Well folks- the end is almost here. The movers are coming on Saturday, and our closing is on Monday. Then driving down to start our lives here at TV. Design appt on Feb. 2. Lot is on Hackberry Place.

[aljetmet]

Rona & Bill -
They're still painting. Hard to take pictures of Paint . . . . I'll wait for something more exciting.

It's 82 and GORGEOUS. Wish you all were here !!!

Glad to see Rona and Bill's place getting painted.

But that was yesterday. We close the day after them and they haven't started painting us yet. :shrug:

The good news: Larry of Gator blinds was at the house and measured our windows.
We might get lucky and have all our window treatments up right after closing...

At least the stucco has been applied.


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[Teryl1949]

8515WE ARE SOOO READY
:pepper2::pepper2:

[junction29]

Welcome! I retire in 33 days, but who is counting? Can't wait to get to the villages!!!

Hi readmore,
Where re you moving too in TV?
Where-ever it is Welcome to Wonderland :gc:

[junction29]

Well folks- the end is almost here. The movers are coming on Saturday, and our closing is on Monday. Then driving down to start our lives here at TV. Design appt on Feb. 2. Lot is on Hackberry Place.

Wow guys, you are so close :gc:

Where is your new home?

Where-ever it is Welcome to Wonderland :gc:

Look forward to meeting you guys when you arrive, :gc:

[Yankee Quilter]

8515WE ARE SOOO READY
:pepper2::pepper2:


How cool is that, we will have to put thinking caps on!! Great job

[junction29]

Let us see what the agenda is going to be for the next couple of days and then I'll let everyone know.
Our sales rep picks us up at 9:00 this morning and then at noon we meet our designer Melissa Stanford. We typically make our decisions pretty quickly but I'm afraid the reconfiguration of the laundry / utilities area to create access to the study is going to take some time.
PUMPED UP AND READY TO GET IT GOING !!!! :pepper2:

Hi Guys
Has the day gone according to plan? :2excited::2excited:

Hope that you have enjoyed the process and have managed to get the new home you wanted. :2excited::2excited:

[Yankee Quilter]

Well folks- the end is almost here. The movers are coming on Saturday, and our closing is on Monday. Then driving down to start our lives here at TV. Design appt on Feb. 2. Lot is on Hackberry Place.

We will be down for a look see the last weekend of Jan. We close 3/1 so we want to see the progress 1/2 way thru! Do not be surprised to have a knock at the door ... It will be us! Take notes!! Seriously, congrats and good luck with the move!

[junction29]

8515WE ARE SOOO READY
:pepper2::pepper2:

Lets be having you - come on down. :gc::gc: brmmm, brmmm

His Worship the Mayor needs your assistance :2excited:

Even with the assistance of his Administration Departments, Administrative Assistant's Administrative Assistant, he is still finding the responsibility and the workload rather daunting. :pepper2::pepper2::pepper2:

[WVMtnBoy]

So A-4...how did it go today. Give us the scoop!!!!

[WVMtnBoy]

I thought that it might be time for another Gilly Gathering. I was wondering what everyone thought of this coming Wednesday, January 16th at 8:00pm at Evans Prairie.

So what say ye in Gillyland????

:beer3:

[A-4 Skyhawk]

So A-4...how did it go today. Give us the scoop!!!!

First off, CheifRose got "Blocked" today. By the time we got done meeting with our designer, it was getting late and dark so more / better pictures tomorrow.
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The design today went great. Our designer Melissa Stanford was GREAT. What a Pro. This morning was orientation on the design process with our sales rep and then this afternoon was the start of the design. Melissa thought today would be mostly the structural and stretch issues, but we got through those in about 2 hours and ended up nailing down everything else except for flooring, cabinets, and counters. So lets see . . . we added the GC garage; put a bay window on the front bedroom; stretched the garage 2' forward; Stretched the GC garage 2' forward; stretched the entire bedroom side 2'; added a 4' window to the end wall of the MBR; stretched the MBR and Lanai 3' back; and added the study behind the GC garage. Melissa is on the drawing board in the morning and we will meet again late morning to continue the selections. It looks like she will get the access to the study worked out with some creative relocation of the AHU and water heater.

WE'RE POOPED !! More to follow tomorrow.
(P.S. . . we're in for Wednesday at Evans Prairie. We'll make it our post design celebration unless someone else has picked a better theme)

[Mamaderby]

Call tomorrow's event A Gilabration! :)

[GilchristCruisers]

8515WE ARE SOOO READY
:pepper2::pepper2:

Love it!

[Merchantspoint]

We just received our Design Team Meeting date… February 14th. What a great Valentine’s gift. We are at the end of Regency and have met our neighbors already even though no one lives there yet. What a wonderful place TV is and what great people. Looking forward to become an official Gilchristian.:pepper2:

[CalcTeacher]

I thought that it might be time for another Gilly Gathering. I was wondering what everyone thought of this coming Wednesday, January 16th at 8:00pm at Evans Prairie.

So what say ye in Gillyland????

:beer3:

You should refer to it as a "Gil Chill"...and I can't wait to be a part of them!

[Heavenstobetsy]

Does anyone have a solution to the laundry room/ storage room they took away by moving the airhandler into a new position?

[jimbo2012]

in which model?

[Heavenstobetsy]

Lilac or Iris

[Yankee Quilter]

We still cannot believe how fast this is going!!! 48 more days! Arranged for cement painting and garage apoxy today, insurance, filled our more paperwork ... guess I should find a mover :)

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

Rona & Bill . . . . . . .:beer3: Here's to you!!! Our turn will come

Cheers to all of you. We are getting closer and closer!!! Gayle and Mike

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

Rusty and Janice...You could probably see our house from yours (1351 Kilgore). If you can see it, did they start with the stucco and paint yet? Curious. Thanks for checking. It is 209 41. Gayle

[kittygilchrist]

my lantana had everything BUT a laundry with room to fold. I did a 2 foot stretch thru the airhandler stuff on the garage/kitchen side, which did not do much for the laundry which parallels the stretch. The model with a nicer laundry option is no longer available. My brother suggested stacking the W/D and I ended up with stacked W/D, over 36" of counter plus a sink. You could call me Lucky, but I prefer Kitty!


Does anyone have a solution to the laundry room/ storage room they took away by moving the airhandler into a new position?

[kittygilchrist]

I wish I had thought of that. :sing:
We just received our Design Team Meeting date… February 14th. What a great Valentine’s gift. We are at the end of Regency and have met our neighbors already even though no one lives there yet. What a wonderful place TV is and what great people. Looking forward to become an official Gilchristian.:pepper2:

[chiefrose]

We still cannot believe how fast this is going!!! 48 more days! Arranged for cement painting and garage apoxy today, insurance, filled our more paperwork ... guess I should find a mover :)

Sounds great. Who did you use for the cement and garage?

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Slab one day. Block the next. Late today they were working on getting ready for Trusses which had not been delivered yet. Looking Good Chief :wave:
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[A-4 Skyhawk]

Rona & Bill are getting tile today. PRETTY choice !!
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[DAnder2829]

Lookin' good!

[Yankee Quilter]

Sounds great. Who did you use for the cement and garage?

We got a recommendation from a friend in TV! Loved what they had done in their villa. We are going to use American Concrete & Staining. The golf cart and two car garage apoxied and the entrance and lanai stained. The apply takes 11 days to cure and we are planning the big part of the move around the 18th ... Timing is perfect!

[kittygilchrist]

so are they moving dirt at 210-113 yet? Middle of the unbuilt section Amherst. PLEEEEEZE somebody go find out! Slab one day. Block the next. Late today they were working on getting ready for Trusses which had not been delivered yet. Looking Good Chief :wave:
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[chiefrose]

Slab one day. Block the next. Late today they were working on getting ready for Trusses which had not been delivered yet. Looking Good Chief :wave:
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Thanks, Bob. It is really amazing how fast they build these houses.

[chiefrose]

We got a recommendation from a friend in TV! Loved what they had done in their villa. We are going to use American Concrete & Staining. The golf cart and two car garage apoxied and the entrance and lanai stained. The apply takes 11 days to cure and we are planning the big part of the move around the 18th ... Timing is perfect!

Wow! 11 days to dry. How did you work it out to have everything done at the same time? Did they have access to the house in your absence?

[junction29]

so are they moving dirt at 210-113 yet? Middle of the unbuilt section Amherst. PLEEEEEZE somebody go find out!

Hi Kitty,
Just been a walk with Millie and YOUR LOT IS PEGGED OUT!! :crap2:

It looks blooming big - only about two and a quarter inches between the back peg and your boundary - you must be having a very big pool. :girlneener:

It looks a fantastic footprint, i bet they will be digging out the footings tomorrow or Monday. :crap2:

I will take a photo tomorrow and post it for you.

[junction29]

We just received our Design Team Meeting date… February 14th. What a great Valentine’s gift. We are at the end of Regency and have met our neighbors already even though no one lives there yet. What a wonderful place TV is and what great people. Looking forward to become an official Gilchristian.:pepper2:

What a great Valentine gift, look forward to meeting you.

Are you up for next Wednesday to answer the Mayor's call? :pray:

[junction29]

Rona & Bill are getting tile today. PRETTY choice !!
856085618562

We are a little concerned about the big red box in the midde of the drive. :sing:

Whilst it is good of Rona and Bill to think of any neighbours who may get caught a little short, while out walking the dog(s) for instance, it will be a devil of a job manouvering around on the drive with that box there, especially after a Corona or two. :pray:

[GilchristCruisers]

Batman --

I don't know who lives to the right. We have met the couple to your left. Brent and Kaden. They are from Ft Lauderdale. Not up here full time yet.

Meredith


Batman,

I found out today that your neighbors to the right either closed today or are doing it Monday. Still no names, but they should be in rather quickly.

Meredith

[GilchristCruisers]

I thought that it might be time for another Gilly Gathering. I was wondering what everyone thought of this coming Wednesday, January 16th at 8:00pm at Evans Prairie.

So what say ye in Gillyland????

:beer3:


Sounds good to us!

[jimbo2012]

Wed works for us!!!

[WVMtnBoy]

Rusty and Janice...You could probably see our house from yours (1351 Kilgore). If you can see it, did they start with the stucco and paint yet? Curious. Thanks for checking. It is 209 41. Gayle

Hi Gayle! I wasn't sure which one was yours but I will surely take a peek tomorrow and send you some pics! Can't wait until you guys get here. This place is filling up fast!

:2excited:

[WVMtnBoy]

First off, CheifRose got "Blocked" today. By the time we got done meeting with our designer, it was getting late and dark so more / better pictures tomorrow.
8525

The design today went great. Our designer Melissa Stanford was GREAT. What a Pro. This morning was orientation on the design process with our sales rep and then this afternoon was the start of the design. Melissa thought today would be mostly the structural and stretch issues, but we got through those in about 2 hours and ended up nailing down everything else except for flooring, cabinets, and counters. So lets see . . . we added the GC garage; put a bay window on the front bedroom; stretched the garage 2' forward; Stretched the GC garage 2' forward; stretched the entire bedroom side 2'; added a 4' window to the end wall of the MBR; stretched the MBR and Lanai 3' back; and added the study behind the GC garage. Melissa is on the drawing board in the morning and we will meet again late morning to continue the selections. It looks like she will get the access to the study worked out with some creative relocation of the AHU and water heater.

WE'RE POOPED !! More to follow tomorrow.
(P.S. . . we're in for Wednesday at Evans Prairie. We'll make it our post design celebration unless someone else has picked a better theme)

Such a doubting Thomas!!! :girlneener: First, I had to assure that everything would be alright and that you'd be a Gilly. Then I had to reassure you that the changes to the Zinnia would work out fine and they did. When, oh when, are you gonna learn to trust me???

:a20::a20::a20:

Seriously, I'm thrilled for you three that everything has gone so smoothly. I wish you'd go ahead and break ground already!!

:crap2:

[WVMtnBoy]

I think that a Post Design Gillybration is the perfect name for it. Can't wait!!!

:pepper2::pepper2::pepper2:

[Yankee Quilter]

Wow! 11 days to dry. How did you work it out to have everything done at the same time? Did they have access to the house in your absence?

The garage will be ready to walk on sooner but they say 11 days befor cars or heavy boxes go on it. We close Fri. 3/1, they will start this 3/4 and we will be there then. We will be gone for a little over a week and arrange to have the movers show up on the 18th or 19th. The work will be done before we leave to come up to GA (and help a daughter move and have Happy BD with a grandaughter) and all dry and ready to go when we get back. The porch and lanai only takes 15 minutes or so to be able to walk on so there is no trouble with in and out ... just need to park in the drive! this would be tough if this house was sold and we needed to be in at closing, but, for the first time in many moves, we have time to get some stuff like this done!!! But I would rather have the house here sold .... oh well can't have it all .... just let's get down there!!!!! Our friends had it done when they were gone and gave access to the garage thru the keypad on the garage and leaving the lanai unlocked.

[hotrodgirl]

Hi All!
Just a reminder for the January Birthday Bash at my house on January 19th! Casual supper will be served. Please arrive any time after 5PM at 3037 Amherst Way and in lieu of any gifts for the January folks, donations to Operation Homebound would be appreciated. That is a charity that prepares and delivers meals to Village residents who are Homebound. Cash in a sealed envelope marked for Operation Homebound or a check to NLPC (North Lake Presbyterian Church) with Operation Homebound in the memo section in a sealed envelope will be taken to the church by Meredith. Many thanks! :wave:
Carol

[hotrodgirl]

Holy cow! So many posts, so little time! So many new neighbors! Seems things are progressing quickly in Gilchrist! Batman will have concrete block tomorrow, Terry and Teryl's Sheetrock is hung, Kitty's lot is marked, Twinspin closed, A-4 is nearing completion of the design process, Chief Rose is on his way and Yankee Quilter is nearly done! Hard to believe all this activity taking place. Those who haven't been here in a bit will not believe the amount of building going on in our little section of TV! Amazing! :bowdown:

[Trish Crocker]

We're closing on the 21st...when is the first meeting after that??? Can't wait to get there!!!!....ok, bye..back to packing.

[A-4 Skyhawk]

For those keeping score, just thought I'd let you know that our design finished up this evening. Tomorrow morning we go to the Granite place to pick our our slabs and then back to the design office to write the big check.
I can't tell you how happy we are with our designer, Melissa Stanford. What a GREAT experience. It was fun and exhausting. We're ready for that "Gillybration".

[hotrodgirl]

Awesome Trish! Can't wait til you two get down here! We'll surely have another get together soon after!

[Rbgold]

We are a little concerned about the big red box in the midde of the drive. :sing:

Whilst it is good of Rona and Bill to think of any neighbours who may get caught a little short, while out walking the dog(s) for instance, it will be a devil of a job manouvering around on the drive with that box there, especially after a Corona or two. :pray:

:a20: Bill & I are trying to think of another use for the "big red box" - phone booth? Mail box? Shed? - oops I don't think that will pass ARC approval :loco:

Hmmm... maybe a hot dog stand?? Beer cart?? Suggestions anyone?

Thanks A-4 for taking the time from your busy day to snap some pics and send them! Much appreciated!!

[jimbo2012]

We're closing on the 21st...when is the first meeting after that??? Can't wait to get there!!!!....ok, bye..back to packing.

You already know the answer, :shrug: everybody is coming over to your place at 5pm that same day. :beer3::icon_hungry:

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Such a doubting Thomas!!! :girlneener: First, I had to assure that everything would be alright and that you'd be a Gilly. Then I had to reassure you that the changes to the Zinnia would work out fine and they did. When, oh when, are you gonna learn to trust me???

:a20::a20::a20:

Seriously, I'm thrilled for you three that everything has gone so smoothly. I wish you'd go ahead and break ground already!!

:crap2:

Oh Great Grand Poo-Paw :bowdown: . . . . you were soooooo right about everything. :bowdown: That's why we made you our Mayor and Fearless Leader. :bowdown:
When we write the check today Melissa said we would get our builders name and a start date. We saw grading on the lot next door (#70) yesterday and she confirmed that whoever they are would break ground next week. So we won't be out there in the middle all by ourselves. Looking forward to the Gillybration :2excited: :beer3:

[DAnder2829]

The movers are here!!! Madness!!! Great day in the Garden State of NJ.

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

It is so exciting to see the pictures of new construction. To see a building go from a slab into a beautiful home. I attached a picture of where we are in our construction. We close on Feb 20, not that far off.
We cant wait to see all of you and enjoy some great people.

PS....Didnt add a picture. I guess I need instructions!

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

Hi Gayle! I wasn't sure which one was yours but I will surely take a peek tomorrow and send you some pics! Can't wait until you guys get here. This place is filling up fast!

:2excited:

Thanks a so much Rusty. I think the outside should be ready for paint soon. We have seen some interior pictures. It is shaping up. We are excited. The movers are coming on Wednesday Jan 16. We will stay near our current neighborhood and take off for TV on Jan 30. I am going to try to get Mike to go a little earlier. Lots of going away parties here. Cant wait for the "Welcome to TV" celebrations going in in Gilly.:laugh::laugh:

[Yankee Quilter]

The movers are here!!! Madness!!! Great day in the Garden State of NJ.

Glad to know there will be more people on Hackberry soon! We are down the end of the month to see the progress ...will look for you! Good luck with the move!

[batman911]

We have walls! Getting excited now. Thanks to hotrodgirl for keeping us up to date with pictures and progress reports.

[DAnder2829]

Movers are gone and we are exhausted. Cat is sleeping hard on the steps---poor thing Stuff in storage in Florida and we'll rent until we are finally Gilchrist Villagers.

[kittygilchrist]

woohoo! looking good. when is your closing?
Slab one day. Block the next. Late today they were working on getting ready for Trusses which had not been delivered yet. Looking Good Chief :wave:
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[shcisamax]

I walked up there yesterday with Duncan and the blocks were stacked. Today you have walls. Will wonders never cease!

[Merchantspoint]

What a great Valentine gift, look forward to meeting you.

Are you up for next Wednesday to answer the Mayor's call? :pray:

We are going to try. It would be good to get some insight to the Design Meeting from those who have gone through it. Hope to meet you there.;)

[junction29]

You already know the answer, :shrug: everybody is coming over to your place at 5pm that same day. :beer3::icon_hungry:

What a clever chap you are Jimbo, is it 'bring a bottle' :pepper2::pepper2::pepper2::pepper2:

[junction29]

Movers are gone and we are exhausted. Cat is sleeping hard on the steps---poor thing Stuff in storage in Florida and we'll rent until we are finally Gilchrist Villagers.

Phew,
Thank goodness we had nothing to bring or store; :gc:
Look forward to eventually meeing you guys, call around for a beer and wine when you land :2excited:

[junction29]

woohoo! looking good. when is your closing?

Hi Kitty,

Took Millie her walk this evening and took these pictures.

They have dug the trenches as expected - we're off :gc::gc:
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[A-4 Skyhawk]

DESIGN IS COMPLETE.
WROTE THE CHECK.
GOT EVERYTHING WE WERE HOPING FOR.
Thanks to all who proceeded us for your ideas and coaching. It sure did help.

Closing is set for April 2nd.

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Hi Kitty,

Took Millie her walk this evening and took these pictures.

They have dug the trenches as expected - we're off :gc::gc:
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After studying that first picture I have concluded you were hitting that home brew pretty hard when you snapped that shot. I hope the Mayor helped you up?

[shcisamax]

Congratulations. Now you dream about something "concrete". :)

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Congratulations. Now you dream about something "concrete". :)

I'd take some string and trenches for starters. :bowdown:

[shcisamax]

Soon coming no doubt.

[Heavenstobetsy]

A4- never did hear what you did about the design change that eliminated the laundry/storage/office space when they moved the air handler? what did you do to make up for the lost space?

[bogo2128]

DESIGN IS COMPLETE.
WROTE THE CHECK.
GOT EVERYTHING WE WERE HOPING FOR.
Thanks to all who proceeded us for your ideas and coaching. It sure did help.

Closing is set for April 2nd.

Congratulations! We design on the 22nd and hope we can pick your brain beforehand. We arrive the afternoon of the 20th and accompany our agent to the models and open houses on the 21st. We would really appreciate the opportunity to meet before our design meeting.

[Twinspin60]

Well here it is Sunday morning and we're back in the dark and dreary state of Ohio :sad: It was such a pleasure to meet everyone in our neighborhood and those of you that we didn't--believe me after I got Jim on the plane kicking and screaming our mission is to be back ASAP to our new home and freindly neighbors--it's like we've known you for such a long time. Keep tabs on eachother and try to behave while we're gone :beer3: We had so much to do while we were in town for that week I haven't been on this thread in so long--finally did get to the pool for about an hour on Friday and got our fix of Vitamin D :pepper2: Have fun at the social and Birthday Bash and as Arnold would say--"we'll be back!"

[hotrodgirl]

It was a pleasure meeting you, Mary and Jim! Hurry home to the neighborhood and we'll have a moving in celebration! Congrats on your closing and we're happy to have you both aboard!:pepper2:

[hotrodgirl]

Movers are gone and we are exhausted. Cat is sleeping hard on the steps---poor thing Stuff in storage in Florida and we'll rent until we are finally Gilchrist Villagers.

Moving done! How exciting for you! And you're hanging at home for a bit? Hurry down for goodness sake and enjoy your new surroundings! Safe travels and see you soon!:beer3:

[kittygilchrist]

oh thank you Sir Andy and Lady Wendy!!
I was so wanting to know!! I am at the beach for the weekend as all the preparation of moving and finances and taxes was making me batty!
so so helpful to see the photos and know we've broken ground! please give Millie permission to relieve herself on lot 113!
Kitty


Hi Kitty,

Took Millie her walk this evening and took these pictures.

They have dug the trenches as expected - we're off :gc::gc:
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[A-4 Skyhawk]

A4- never did hear what you did about the design change that eliminated the laundry/storage/office space when they moved the air handler? what did you do to make up for the lost space?

Send me a private message with your email address and I'll send you a copy of my plans. My designer was a MIRACLE WORKER. It turned out FANTASTIC. More than I ever hoped to get.

[kittygilchrist]

I'll give you my exp from design appt. fall backwards and let the pros work it through, except say at first what you want to make happen that's askew from the standard floor plan and lot dimensions. focus first on how much of the lot you want to take over with the house/cage. then find out what possible stretches your model can do. if you have any disappointments about the floor plan, lay them out and ask for help,
Important to know that designers as well as RE agents drink some magic potion that makes them patient. the rest of it is what color, etc. no help for you there. just do whatever your partner wants...:-) I've been single so long that I can give advice? bwah!

We are going to try. It would be good to get some insight to the Design Meeting from those who have gone through it. Hope to meet you there.;)

[Mamaderby]

A major milestone today....... We purchased our appliances today! Home Depot here in Medina Ohio was great to work with. Dee was great! Samsung Appliances in kitchen and Maytag washer/dryer.......delivery and installation set for the day after we close. And 24 months same as cash.......can't beat that!

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Congratulations! We design on the 22nd and hope we can pick your brain beforehand. We arrive the afternoon of the 20th and accompany our agent to the models and open houses on the 21st. We would really appreciate the opportunity to meet before our design meeting.

Bobby -
I've got you on the spread sheet now and sent you a PM and an email. Hope we can help you. There's some really good experience on this thread that is ready to jump in. Just going in the homes of 3 of our new friends and neighbors was the most helpful thing for us going into design. You're going to love the experience. TV makes it real easy and a lot of fun. They've done it so many times they know exactly what it takes. For example, our designer said that after lunch that day we would spend a couple of hours doing interior choices, colors, styles, etc. We're thinking how do you do that in a couple of hours? 2 hours and 15 minutes later we were done, weren't rushed, and didn't second guess one decision. Amazing !!

[Flintstones]

Our big day has finally arrived. We move in tomorrow! We are looking forward to meeting our Gilly neighbors in person. Thanks to this thread we feel like we know some of you already.

[jimbo2012]

Congrats, see U Wed nite at Evans Prairie.

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Congrats, see U Wed nite at Evans Prairie.

Hey Jimbo . . . sorry you can't make it tomorrow. Good luck with warranty and see you Wednesday night.

[jimbo2012]

Just ask Andy, Carol and Rusty to have my bail $$ ready if they they don't fix it the way I want.......

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Our big day has finally arrived. We move in tomorrow! We are looking forward to meeting our Gilly neighbors in person. Thanks to this thread we feel like we know some of you already.

If you need a hand give me a yell. I'll send some young / strong help down the hill to help. (Rusty & Andy) Oh . . . . . . Okay . . . . . I'll come help too.

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Just ask Andy, Carol and Rusty to have my bail $$ ready if they they don't fix it the way I want.......

I wouldn't count on them for the bail money. As the designated unofficial financial officer of Gillyland, I'm sorry to tell you I spend all of the Gilly Funds on Corona. FYI there wasn't enough funds in there to cover one bottle so I had to loan the Piggy Bank enough to cover one bottle. I expect the Mayor and his infamous administrative staff will start impeachment proceedings on me shortly.

When do you start laying floor ??

[jimbo2012]

When do you start laying floor ??

I'm starting the ceiling & kitchen nook on Thursday or Friday because that wood isn't as critical to acclimate like the floor.

As for the floor I have an extra pair of knee pads :bowdown: for starting Sunday or Monday, it can't be raining because the radial arm saw has to be outside by the front door to make quick cuts.

[A-4 Skyhawk]

I'm starting the ceiling & kitchen nook on Thursday or Friday because that wood isn't as critical to acclimate like the floor.

Ceiling ???? I gotta see that :undecided:

[jimbo2012]

this is the wood

http://www.southernwoodspecialties.com/images/pages/cypress-ceiling.jpg

Something like this without the colored border of course.

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_XpN5m4V5wr0/SUZDF55dz3I/AAAAAAAAAXk/RiXJjMUygDk/s320/Cypress+beadboard+kitchen+ceiling.jpg

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Jimbo . . . That's going to look nice. Can't wait to see it.

[Yankee Quilter]

A major milestone today....... We purchased our appliances today! Home Depot here in Medina Ohio was great to work with. Dee was great! Samsung Appliances in kitchen and Maytag washer/dryer.......delivery and installation set for the day after we close. And 24 months same as cash.......can't beat that!

Thanks, I need to do the same thing and was hoping to do it here! It is on the check list for the wek! 3/1 is fast approaching!

[jimbo2012]

we shopped hard for a W/D.
Best Buy beat them all, they will also $ match, easy returns, free delivery.

See Judy she knows the appliances

[shcisamax]

You might try appliancesconnection.com. They are located in Brooklyn and get everything you can imagine. You don't pay sales tax or shipping so there are considerable savings if you get all from them and the more you get the more they negotiate. We got 3 kitchen aid appliances and two whirlpool and saved over $500 just in the sales tax.

[WVMtnBoy]

Hi Guys! You are making progress. The last few days were slow but a crew showed up today and leveled the dirt for the foundation and laid the vapor barrier. I'd be surprised if you didn't have a concrete pad tomorrow. Hang in there! Once the pad is done you'll see an explosion of activity!!

:a040::a040::a040::a040:

[WVMtnBoy]

Hi Everyone! Your house is very, very, very nice. The exterior has the stucco complete and they were spraying on the rough coat for the interior walls today. Very nice place if I do say so myself. Now that I know where the house is located, I'll keep a closer watch on it for you! You're just around the corner from us so we're very close...:coolsmiley:

[WVMtnBoy]

Here ya go. I don't know why I always take six pics when only five will fit on one post...go figure!

[WVMtnBoy]

We will be down for a look see the last weekend of Jan. We close 3/1 so we want to see the progress 1/2 way thru! Do not be surprised to have a knock at the door ... It will be us! Take notes!! Seriously, congrats and good luck with the move!

It will be really good to see you and Joe again. It's been way too long since you were in GillyLand!!!:coolsmiley:

[WVMtnBoy]

Thanks a so much Rusty. I think the outside should be ready for paint soon. We have seen some interior pictures. It is shaping up. We are excited. The movers are coming on Wednesday Jan 16. We will stay near our current neighborhood and take off for TV on Jan 30. I am going to try to get Mike to go a little earlier. Lots of going away parties here. Cant wait for the "Welcome to TV" celebrations going in in Gilly.:laugh::laugh:

Hi Gayle! I think that is a smashing idea that you get Mike to come a little earlier! (Smashing??? I've been hanging around with Junction29 too much)!!:1rotfl::1rotfl:

Hope to see you guys soon!!!

[WVMtnBoy]

After studying that first picture I have concluded you were hitting that home brew pretty hard when you snapped that shot. I hope the Mayor helped you up?

Help him up???? He didn't even invite me to the drinking event. I am totally crushed!!!

:faint:

But, Junction knows that he can always count on me for a helping hand (or lift up). :beer3:

[WVMtnBoy]

Well here it is Sunday morning and we're back in the dark and dreary state of Ohio :sad: It was such a pleasure to meet everyone in our neighborhood and those of you that we didn't--believe me after I got Jim on the plane kicking and screaming our mission is to be back ASAP to our new home and freindly neighbors--it's like we've known you for such a long time. Keep tabs on eachother and try to behave while we're gone :beer3: We had so much to do while we were in town for that week I haven't been on this thread in so long--finally did get to the pool for about an hour on Friday and got our fix of Vitamin D :pepper2: Have fun at the social and Birthday Bash and as Arnold would say--"we'll be back!"

We loved having you guys around. I really, really, really hope that you'll be back soon!!!!

:thumbup:

[WVMtnBoy]

Our big day has finally arrived. We move in tomorrow! We are looking forward to meeting our Gilly neighbors in person. Thanks to this thread we feel like we know some of you already.

I really hope that you can get to Evans Prairie CC on Wednesday night at 8:00 for the Design Conclusion GillyBration. We could also turn it into a Welcom to the Neighborhood Super GillyBration.

Hope to see you there. After moving in you might be in dire need of a libation!!!

:a040::a040:

[WVMtnBoy]

I wouldn't count on them for the bail money. As the designated unofficial financial officer of Gillyland, I'm sorry to tell you I spend all of the Gilly Funds on Corona. FYI there wasn't enough funds in there to cover one bottle so I had to loan the Piggy Bank enough to cover one bottle. I expect the Mayor and his infamous administrative staff will start impeachment proceedings on me shortly.

When do you start laying floor ??

Oh, A-4....you poor soul. Do you think that you're gonna get off the hook that easily? Impeachment??? Perish the thought! Now that you're here, we're gonna saddle you with more responsibility! The Mayor, Head of the Admin Dept and the Admin Executive Assistant are just about worn out..

:eek:

[WVMtnBoy]

A major milestone today....... We purchased our appliances today! Home Depot here in Medina Ohio was great to work with. Dee was great! Samsung Appliances in kitchen and Maytag washer/dryer.......delivery and installation set for the day after we close. And 24 months same as cash.......can't beat that!

That is so great!!! Aren't you guys about ready to make a mid-build trip down here to see the progress (oh yea, and PARTY???)

You and The Bishop are sorely missed!!!!

:MOJE_whot::MOJE_whot::MOJE_whot:

[Heavenstobetsy]

Hello- My husband and I will soon become new members of the 209 gang. I already have figured out that we need to let A-4 know our details for the infamous spreadhsheet! We will be coming down for our design meeting in mid February. We will most likely be reaching out for information.

Thanks in advance- Can't wait!

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Hello- My husband and I will soon become new members of the 209 gang. I already have figured out that we need to let A-4 know our details for the infamous spreadhsheet! We will be coming down for our design meeting in mid February. We will most likely be reaching out for information.

Thanks in advance- Can't wait!

Welcome to Gillyland. Just sent you a PM and an email. You're on the spreadsheet and I see you're Flintstones next door neighbor. You've come to the right place for sharing info on the design process.

[A-4 Skyhawk]

ChiefRose got a roof today. I'll bet he gets shingles tomorrow.
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[A-4 Skyhawk]

Rona & Bill got cabinets today
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[Yankee Quilter]

you guys have to venture to Hackberry and see what 96 is doing!!! last time we saw a pix it had shingles .... a golf cart rid into the suburbs is not a bad thing!!!!! hope all is well

[chiefrose]

With only seven more weeks till Ann Marie and I close in Gilly my thoughts are turning to selecting service providers. Since so many of you are already in place I am sure you have already made these decisions. I am looking for input on cable company, insurance company, lawn service, garage floor finishers, garage stairs, electrician\handyman, etc. Also, those of you that are not Frogs; did you get someone to check the house in your absence? Thanks for any help.

[jimbo2012]

With only seven more weeks till Ann Marie and I close in Gilly my thoughts are turning to selecting service providers. Since so many of you are already in place I am sure you have already made these decisions. I am looking for input on cable company, insurance company, lawn service, garage floor finishers, garage stairs, electrician\handyman, etc. Also, those of you that are not Frogs; did you get someone to check the house in your absence? Thanks for any help.

Cable Brighthouse
Insurance Village ins with full sinkhole
Lawn 40-50 a month do not pay a penny up front, many complaints on this service
Garage floor - go to HD roll it, $125 rustolium brand, or ask Rusty he had it done looks good.
Stairs there a guy on the forums that does them for about $200, but as often as U go up do U need them????
Elec - Pikes does the work for the builder, there R others, what do you need?


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[chiefrose]

Cable Brighthouse
Insurance Village ins with full sinkhole
Lawn 40-50 a month do not pay a penny up front, many complaints on this service
Garage floor - go to HD roll it, $125 rustolium brand, or ask Rusty he had it done looks good.
Stairs there a guy on the forums that does them for about $200, but as often as U go up do U need them????
Elec - Pikes does the work for the builder, there R others, what do you need?


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Thanks, Bob. I had the paddle fans deleted since I wanted nicer ones in the house. Most likely will buy from Pikes and have them install.

[Yankee Quilter]

With only seven more weeks till Ann Marie and I close in Gilly my thoughts are turning to selecting service providers. Since so many of you are already in place I am sure you have already made these decisions. I am looking for input on cable company, insurance company, lawn service, garage floor finishers, garage stairs, electrician\handyman, etc. Also, those of you that are not Frogs; did you get someone to check the house in your absence? Thanks for any help.

Our designer nemtioned Dan's Fans as a good place to get light kits and fans. We saw work from American Concrete and Staining and are having them do the garage and lanai after closing.
We talked with Villages Insurance and they are reasonable and convenient.
See you soon!

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Thanks, Bob. I had the paddle fans deleted since I wanted nicer ones in the house. Most likely will buy from Pikes and have them install.

We went to Pikes and I almost passed out from their prices. Went to Dan's Fan City between TV and Leesburg and did MUCH better and the guy who worked with us knew his stuff on sizing. He has all of the TV floor plans so he knows the ceiling heights and down rod lengths. They installed for free. We're very pleased but I would suggest you ask for or make an appointment with Lee Vesser 352-326-9018.

[kittygilchrist]

Good info, Sky...thanks. I wanted to get my own fans too, bc I prefer darker ones, and got $80 credit per fan...$480, I think...goes a long way in do it yourself dollars. BUT I am overwhelmed with it all. I have moved in my lifetime, but only once alone, and that was 18 years ago.
It will be fun when it's done!
Kitty

[chiefrose]

Thanks to everyone for the info.

[gmcneill]

Chief:

We have:

AAA for home (wi sinkhole), car, and cart

Directv for television

Comcast for internet only

cell phone in lieu of landline

Stellar (a totv sponsor) for lawn maintenance and fertilize/pesticide; the company services 4 of my neighbors, no complaints from any of us.

[jimbo2012]

Stellar (a totv sponsor) for lawn maintenance and fertilize/pesticide; the company services 4 of my neighbors, no complaints from any of us.

At his prices and you MUST pay up front there better not complaints, but if fact if you search you will find several, his straightened them tho.

I think U can shop better deals w/o up front $$$

[gmcneill]

At his prices and you MUST pay up front there better not complaints, but if fact if you search you will find several, his straightened them tho.

I think U can shop better deals w/o up front $$$

I appreciate the heads up, Bob.

(I intend to return to doing-it-myself as soon as my shoulder surgery rehab permits.)

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

Hi Everyone! Your house is very, very, very nice. The exterior has the stucco complete and they were spraying on the rough coat for the interior walls today. Very nice place if I do say so myself. Now that I know where the house is located, I'll keep a closer watch on it for you! You're just around the corner from us so we're very close...:coolsmiley:

Hi Rusty,
Thanks so much for the great pictures. It does look good. We are very excited to get down to TV. We feel like we are in limbo! Today the packers came and tomorrow the movers come.
I love all the comments going around. What a nice community we are going to live in. It reminds me of our current "hood". We have many long time relationships here. Will miss them, but know that we are going to have more great friends.
Thanks again for the pictures. I cant believe how fast they go! See you in a couple of weeks. Gayle and Mike

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

Here ya go. I don't know why I always take six pics when only five will fit on one post...go figure!

Thanks again. We truly appreciate it. Looking forward to a Evans Prairie meeting. :beer3::beer3: Gayle

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

Our designer nemtioned Dan's Fans as a good place to get light kits and fans. We saw work from American Concrete and Staining and are having them do the garage and lanai after closing.
We talked with Villages Insurance and they are reasonable and convenient.
See you soon!

We are in the same boat with need for services info. We want to have our garage and lanai painted/coated. But we heard that it takes 11 days for the coating to totally dry. When we come down, will you talk with us about services? We would appreciate the help. And all of you are so resourceful! Thanks, Gayle and Mike

[gayleroberts268@aol.com]

I inadvertantly answered the email that said "do not reply to this email". Sorry about that.

Betty, Thank you for your information. When we come down on Feb 01 we will look further into our options. You are right, if you dont do it right away, you probably will never do it.

I look forward to meeting you. Where is your house being built? We are at 1351 Kilgore Way. Almost on the corner of Kilgore and Bradshaw.

Have a safe trip back to Atlanta. Our movers are coming tomorrow. Our close is
Feb 20. We are excited. See you soon. With regards, Gayle

[GilchristCruisers]

With only seven more weeks till Ann Marie and I close in Gilly my thoughts are turning to selecting service providers. Since so many of you are already in place I am sure you have already made these decisions. I am looking for input on cable company, insurance company, lawn service, garage floor finishers, garage stairs, electrician\handyman, etc. Also, those of you that are not Frogs; did you get someone to check the house in your absence? Thanks for any help.

Where to start? So many topics, some of which have been addressed earlier, but here goes:

Cable - we use Century Link for everything. Fiber optic service. I like it

Insurance Company - We went through TV Insurance for the various policies we need for our home, golf carts, car, and rental property. Could be others, I'm probably just lazy.

Lawn Service - We use Dean's and are happy with them. They do bugs inside and out, and lawn mowing, shrubs, etc.

Electrician/handyman: depends on what you need done. Dave does most of ours since he was in the construction business for 40 years.

Garage stairs: We ordered from Home Depot and Dave installed. It was pretty simple and probably very cost effective for us. Total cost - something around $130 for the stairs.

Garage Floor finishers: We have not done - still discussing which way to go

If you're not going to be a FROG, I would definitely have someone check on your house, unless you only live a couple of hours away and will be in and out.

Others will have other recommendations and everyone has their favorites. We are very satisfied so far.

Meredith

[GilchristCruisers]

Cable Brighthouse
Insurance Village ins with full sinkhole
Lawn 40-50 a month do not pay a penny up front, many complaints on this service
Garage floor - go to HD roll it, $125 rustolium brand, or ask Rusty he had it done looks good.
Stairs there a guy on the forums that does them for about $200, but as often as U go up do U need them????
Elec - Pikes does the work for the builder, there R others, what do you need?


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RE sinkhole insurance, we were advised that it is mandatory north of 466, but not necessary south of 466. We didn't add it.

[jimbo2012]

RE sinkhole insurance, we were advised that it is mandatory north of 466, but not necessary south of 466. We didn't add it.


BIG mistake, IMO, U can only get it on new builds cost pennies

Who advised that?

[aljetmet]

BIG mistake, IMO, U can only get it on new builds cost pennies

:agree:

[A-4 Skyhawk]

I went up to 210 to take pictures tonight and who did I meet . . . . . . Fred (Dave) and Wilma (Sue) Flintstone. Oh Boy . . . are they nice. I think they are "One Of Us" . . . . . :pepper2:

[Twinspin60]

We got our insurance through the Villages-included sinkhole--the only stipulation was because we aren't permanent we needed a home watch that was licensed and bonded--wanted to just have my cousin stop by every week as he lives in TV but they said no. So we we went w/Jeff with "The Home Watch" and it's $10.00/wk--can provide the # if anyone needs it. Won't get cable until we're back--Jim's job is maintenance so will probably install the ladder and may finish the garage floor--will have to see. Went w/Stellar for the lawn until Jim is here and can cut himself--gave us a good deal. Want T&D to do some extra work off the lanai when we return in the spring. Had doughnuts installed around the sprinkler heads.

[A-4 Skyhawk]

RE sinkhole insurance, we were advised that it is mandatory north of 466, but not necessary south of 466. We didn't add it.

I know of 2 sinkholes last spring south of 466A and one was on our current street next to a pond.

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Rich is ready for shingles.
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[WVMtnBoy]

I got up early this morning having every intention of taking pics of the concrete pad as it was being poured and what to my wondering eyes should appear? An already poured and drying concrete pad with a guy using a paddle machine thingie on the surface. And, this was not my usual get up time of 9:30!!! This was all done by 8:00am!!!

So, you have a concrete pad. No block delivered as of this evening. They'll probably have the roof on by the time I get up in the morning. This place is just amazing!!!

:pepper2::pepper2:

[jimbo2012]

Rich is ready for shingles.


I see some of the tar paper is missing on the left side....A-4 you better get there real early tomorrow and point it out before they get started.

[WVMtnBoy]

I agree with the others about sinkhole insurance. It was so inexpensive that we didn't think twice about getting it.

[A-4 Skyhawk]

I see some of the tar paper is missing on the left side....A-4 you better get there real early tomorrow and point it out before they get started.

Jimbo . . . . . Eat some meat :laugh:

[jimbo2012]

ooooch!

That's below the belt, in more ways than one!

[A-4 Skyhawk]

ooooch!

That's below the belt, in more ways than one!

You doing Evans Prairie tomorrow night?

[jimbo2012]

Sure thing

[SpicyCajunPugs]

Hello Everyone: We want to introduce ourselves. We are Bruce and Marcy Snell. We are very excited to finally be doing our design appointment on Thursday, January 24. We have waited almost five months for this appointment, and unfortunately could not get an earlier one because we didn't sell or rent our home until about a week ago. WHEW !!! It was really touch and go there for awhile as to whether we would be able to keep our appointment, but we will be arriving a day earlier on January 23 to settle in and check into the new Villa's over in the village of Pinellas. We have been reading most of the posts you been writing for months, and we can't wait to meet some of you and enjoy our new fun lifestyle. I hope we will be accepted since we are not in 209, 210 or 215. We will be building on lot 52 in Section 214 at 3293 Vicksburg Ave. I would like to get on your list I heard that A-4 has been doing, and the mayor and many others (including the infamous "hotrodgirl") sound like a lot of fun. Just can't wait, and would love to maybe say hi while we are down there between January 23-28. Thanks all.

Marcy and Bruce Snell (Pug Lovers for Life)

[SpicyCajunPugs]

Hello Everyone: We want to introduce ourselves. We are Bruce and Marcy Snell. We are very excited to finally be doing our design appointment on Thursday, January 24. We have waited almost five months for this appointment, and unfortunately could not get an earlier one because we didn't sell or rent our home until about a week ago. WHEW !!! It was really touch and go there for awhile as to whether we would be able to keep our appointment, but we will be arriving a day earlier on January 23 to settle in and check into the new Villa's over in the village of Pinellas. We have been reading most of the posts you been writing for months, and we can't wait to meet some of you and enjoy our new fun lifestyle. I hope we will be accepted since we are not in 209, 210 or 215. We will be building on lot 52 in Section 214 at 3293 Vicksburg Ave. I would like to get on your list I heard that A-4 has been doing, and the mayor and many others (including the infamous "hotrodgirl") sound like a lot of fun. Just can't wait, and would love to maybe say hi while we are down there between January 23-28. Thanks all.

Marcy and Bruce Snell:laugh::laugh:

[A-4 Skyhawk]

SpicyCajunPugs have been trying to post the info below but they keep getting a message that "The Administrator" won't let them. So, I'll do it for them. I've added them to the spreadsheet.
A-4 Skyhawk

Hello Everyone: We want to introduce ourselves. We are Bruce and Marcy Snell. We are very excited to finally be doing our design appointment on Thursday, January 24. We have waited almost five months for this appointment, and unfortunately could not get an earlier one because we didn't sell or rent our home until about a week ago. WHEW !!! It was really touch and go there for awhile as to whether we would be able to keep our appointment, but we will be arriving a day earlier on January 23 to settle in and check into the new Villa's over in the village of Pinellas. We have been reading most of the posts you been writing for months, and we can't wait to meet some of you and enjoy our new fun lifestyle. I hope we will be accepted since we are not in 209, 210 or 215. We will be building on lot 52 in Section 214 at 3293 Vicksburg Ave. I would like to get on your list I heard that A-4 has been doing, and the mayor and many others (including the infamous "hotrodgirl") sound like a lot of fun. Just can't wait, and would love to maybe say hi while we are down there between January 23-28. Thanks all.

Marcy and Bruce Snell

[slee317]

Thanks Rusty!

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Rich & Anna Marie got framed and plumbed today;)
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[A-4 Skyhawk]

This house is turning into ONE BEAUTIFUL PLACE !!!!!
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[SMills]

Hi Everyone! My wife and I have just purchased a lot in the Village of Gilchrist and have a design meeting on July 9th. We've already got a rental residence lined up and can't wait to become official Villagers. We hope to be there by mid-July if the closing on our home goes as planned. If anyone else is going into Gilchrist please stop by and give us a post...:wave:

Your Honor, I have been following your thread since you first posted on ToV. My significant other, Jim and I are coming to TV on February 5 in hopes of buying land and starting our dream home, hopefully in Gilchrist. I keep up on the activities of Gillyland and was wondering if it would be possible to meet you and the lovely Associate Mayor while we are down? :bigbow: If you care to respond, you can reach me at Sharonmmills@gmail.com. I have really enjoyed all the helpful suggestions, the cast of characters and the many, many pictures. Hopeing to hear from you. Regards . . . . . SMills

[kittygilchrist]

Hi ya'll, I did design on 12/26 and close 4/1. You are in the newest of the new sections! There is an incredible amount of stress in this kind of move, for me a total lifetime shift. the TV teams do not match up with the fear and terror stories your friends will offer about building a house. You can almost fall backwards and relax. Just a couple of exceptions might be to save $ on doing it yourself with fans, fixtures, appliances. otherwise you are really in good hands and so your friends who can't believe can come and buy their own place!
hope to meet you soon,
Kitty, 2961 amherst way

SpicyCajunPugs have been trying to post the info below but they keep getting a message that "The Administrator" won't let them. So, I'll do it for them. I've added them to the spreadsheet.
A-4 Skyhawk

Hello Everyone: We want to introduce ourselves. We are Bruce and Marcy Snell. We are very excited to finally be doing our design appointment on Thursday, January 24. We have waited almost five months for this appointment, and unfortunately could not get an earlier one because we didn't sell or rent our home until about a week ago. WHEW !!! It was really touch and go there for awhile as to whether we would be able to keep our appointment, but we will be arriving a day earlier on January 23 to settle in and check into the new Villa's over in the village of Pinellas. We have been reading most of the posts you been writing for months, and we can't wait to meet some of you and enjoy our new fun lifestyle. I hope we will be accepted since we are not in 209, 210 or 215. We will be building on lot 52 in Section 214 at 3293 Vicksburg Ave. I would like to get on your list I heard that A-4 has been doing, and the mayor and many others (including the infamous "hotrodgirl") sound like a lot of fun. Just can't wait, and would love to maybe say hi while we are down there between January 23-28. Thanks all.

Marcy and Bruce Snell

[Yankee Quilter]

Yesterday and today Bob B, the photographer our rep hired sent us more pictures, the change in one day is amazing! Yesterday studs, today sheetrock!! We are so excited! We are coming down the last weekend of the month to touch and feel the real progress!!! ... oh and just ironically, it is the weekend of TV Quilt Guild Quilt show! Guess i will have to sneak out a few minutes to see that!!!! So anyways, here"s a couple of pix!!!
(rainy and cold in the Atlanta area, wintery mix called for tomorrow .... cannot wait to hit the road!!!!)

[A-4 Skyhawk]

All you readers of this Thread are going to have to take a break. :sad:
The Mayor :eclipsee_gold_cup: and his Court :jester: are bathing chilout in preparation for the calling of a Gillybration :clap2: at Evens Prairie tonight. :beer3:
As the Finance Officer of the Court, I’m waiving all entry fees tonight. :a040:
SEE YA THERE

[WVMtnBoy]

Well, I was right! You guys have walls..:a040::a040: The guys were hard at work at about 7:00am and by the end of the day, your walls are up. So, enjoy the pic!!!

Can't wait to see what tomorrow brings!

[WVMtnBoy]

Things are coming along quite nicely. Your interior is painted and the entrance and closet doors are primed and painted in the living room...:coolsmiley:

I even managed to get a shot out of the living room so you'll know where your lanai is positioned relative to the neighbors.

Hope you enjoy!!