[hotrodgirl]

Again, many congrats to you and Janice. And while I'm sure it was difficult letting go of that check, what you bought today (and the neighborhood you bought it in) will pay you back ten-fold.

Lisa[/QUOTE]

I so totally agree with that statement!
And I was going to ask you if you knew who was next door! I have a completed home next to me and have met the man (Dave) who seems very nice. Have not met his wife yet. And across from me is also a completed house though I have no idea if it is occupied as yet. Hope they like get-togethers on the fly!

[shcisamax]

Originally Posted by WVMtnBoy

Hi Shcisamax!!! Us Gillys are offering incentives to relocate to Section 209 if you're interested...rofl. I don't know if we're any nicer (probably not) but I think we might be a tad bit crazier that the rest...rofl.

What are the incentives besides beer? I have done an awful lot of work here... actually I don't think I could give up this lot...all golf course with no house in sight except one wee little top of a roof. Yeah, I don't think I can move. And I would have to find a lot for stretches. It gets tougher and tougher. I think they are shaving the lots. BUT...doesn't mean I won't be wandering down there to welcome you all.

I actually drove down this afternoon in hopes of catching WV. But alas just alot of construction folks. Wow between Fern and Gill, the construction is incredible.

Yesterday, I saw the most astounding thing. An oak tree on a flat bed. It must have been 50 years old. It was easily 30 ft higher than any roof. It was driving down Pinellas presumably to Brownwood? and it would have been really strange to see it behind the houses moving if you didn't know it was on a truck.

I will make a run down to Gilly tomorrow, I am sure. What is your address?

[WVMtnBoy]

I'm going to be at the house for the majority of the day. Closet organizer at 8:00 and W/D delivery at 10:00. Then off to get the new golf car by 2:00. If you're in the area please stop by! I'll be at 3037 Bradshaw Lane. And, of course, you and any other Fern's are welcome to come by Gillyland any time you'd like to drop by!!!

[WVMtnBoy]

Originally Posted by hotrodgirl

Again, many congrats to you and Janice. And while I'm sure it was difficult letting go of that check, what you bought today (and the neighborhood you bought it in) will pay you back ten-fold.

Lisa

I so totally agree with that statement!
And I was going to ask you if you knew who was next door! I have a completed home next to me and have met the man (Dave) who seems very nice. Have not met his wife yet. And across from me is also a completed house though I have no idea if it is occupied as yet. Hope they like get-togethers on the fly![/QUOTE]

I have no idea who owns the house next to CalcTeacher or across the street from her? HotRod's neighbors, Dave & Meredith, seem to be really nice people. Janice was inspecting HotRod's walls late this afternoon and was talking to both of them.

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Rusty . . . . You had a great day today. We were all there with you.
I had a couple of new adds and some updates to the spreadsheet and sent it back out to everyone on it. One of them said "OMG . . . I just found out who my neighbor is". That's what the list is all about and will be used to send out the invitation for when we FLASH MOB Paddock Square at Brownwood. If you're a real man, you'll go up to the adult learning place and take a Line Dancing class with a few of us before the FLASH MOB.

Now back to business . . . . . how about some pictures of that craft room and the new pantry area

Congrats on your GREAT DAY !!!

[Twinspin60]

So Rusty--where did you and Janice spend the night last night? It must be so exciting trying to get everything in it's place at the new house--I can't believe you have time for all those pictures in amongst all your other duties--keep them coming We're counting down--almost October--yeah!

[batman911]

Originally Posted by WVMtnBoy

Hey Everyone! Now that I've got my photographic/neighborhood watch duties out of the way I can sort of recap the day. We met the builder (Steve West) and our super agent (Jason Kranz) at the house this morning at 10:00 for the walk through. Took about an hour and we noticed a few minor things such as paint touch up, etc. Steve went over each system of the house with us and gave us an owners sheet to record any deficiencies we might have. We will call him in about 2 weeks to give him the list. Bottom line is we are very satisfied with the house and the builder.

We left the house and went by HotRods and CalcTeachers to check on progress, take pictures, etc. On to the closing dept (had to stop at Starbucks on the way) and began closing promptly at 11:30. About 1 1/2 hours later we emerged with house keys, mailbox keys, gate passes and Villages ID cards. I can now prove that I am a frog!!! The closing went very smoothly and the only problem I had with the closing agent was when she tried to pry the closing check out of my hand!!!

We then went back to BestBuy to pick up the tv and buy a speaker dock for the iPod. Back to the condo, loaded up the back of the Expedition and back to the house. WHEW!

Now comes the process of moving out of the condo and emptying the storage unit. Our main furniture won't be here for another 3 weeks so we're going to take out time doing the move. Deliveries to the new house start tomorrow with accent painting being done next Wednesday and attic stairs and epoxy covering on the garage on the 15th.

We are extremely pleased with the whole process and really would do it all over again.

Hope all of you are well and that the waiting doesn't get too hard.

I've got two lots on the watch list...HotRod and CalcTeacher. Anyone else want in on the photos/neighborhood watch list???

WVMtnBoy,

Put me on your picture list for January and congrats on your successful closing.

[hotrodgirl]

Originally Posted by batman911

WVMtnBoy,

Put me on your picture list for January and congrats on your successful closing.

I should be able to lend a hand by then as well! Batman-sent you an e-mail last week. Did you receive?

[A-4 Skyhawk]

You'll notice that Rusty hasn't responded to my challenge to learn to "Line Dance". I know he's in the "closet" today, so maybe he hasn't seen the post yet.

[hotrodgirl]

Originally Posted by A-4 Skyhawk

You'll notice that Rusty hasn't responded to my challenge to learn to "Line Dance". I know he's in the "closet" today, so maybe he hasn't seen the post yet.

Don't you dare antagonize him A-4 with your threat of line dancing
I may need the names of the closet people! Don't you dare tick him off!!!!

[A-4 Skyhawk]

You're right . . . . . . with his knee surgery he'll not be out there shaking his Bootie any time soon.

[WVMtnBoy]

Hey A-4! Don't count me out of the line dancing class. I'm more than willing to learn and dance. The knee is progressing nicely, thank you....

Was up at 6:30 this morning to be at the house by 8:00 for the closet installer. Also took a load of stuff. He was done in about 4 hours and we couldn't be more pleased with the results. Sears also delivered the stove at about 12:30 so that's done with. We also picked up the Queens Ride (new golf car) at 2:00 and just got back from that. I an whipped.

Tomorrow consists of helping Janice's aunt for a while and then Macy's delivers the lanai furniture.

Monday, I don't even want to think about...deliveries all day long except for a well deserved break while meeting with TerpDawg for happy hour at the Bonita Country Club before he hightails it back to Maryland to await the birth of a new grandchild!

Last night we took a load of "stuff" to the house but we can't stay there yet because the matresses aren't going to be there until Monday. I did, however, stop by Publix this a.m. and get beer, wine and soda so we're set. The Keurig is also set up and ready for use.

TerpDawd stopped by this morning for a great visit and brought more Corona...I'm a rich man with all of these friends. As Terp was leaving, Shcisamax stopped by for a visit too! Great people!!!

Unfortunately, I had to cancel dinner with Jimbo tonight and I feel terrible about that put I'm just too pooped to pop. We'll do it soon, I promise.

Batman...you're the "list" but you'll have to remind me of your build date.

HotRod...you've got full walls (pics to follow).

Calc...you've got sand moved and rough in plumbing done, I think (pics to follow).

That's about it for now...I really need a nap...

[hotrodgirl]

Wow! Me thinks you have too much on your schedule! I don't know how you keep up! But then, you're the young one! I thought you retired! Some of us had better get there to offer aid!
It was awesome you were able to meet with TerpDawg and Shcisamax today, but I'm so sorry you had to cancel with the mysterious Jimbo. Well maybe not so mysterious after his pic was posted on TOTV! I am anxious to know what they will end up with but the important thing is that he said he'd have beer on tap!!!
Put your feet up, pop the top on a Corona and have a pleasant weekend!

[A-4 Skyhawk]

TerpDawg is in the process of going on the spread sheet. Shcisamax needs to PM me so I can get her info.

Rusty . . . . . what is the name of the company that did your closets?

[WVMtnBoy]

I found the closet man on TOTV and his name is Buzz Buzby of Closet Crafters. He and his partner did a great job and Janice was very satisfied. In and out in 4 hours and cleaned up what little mess they made. He did the mater bedroom and the front bedroom. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for a nice closet system.