Moving right along...Drywall!

Well the construction of our house took another big step this past week. It has entered the drywall stage – meaning there are now actual rooms and such. You can really see it as a house now. We still cannot completely comprehend that this is our house. It's still so incredible to us!! We feel so blessed!

Here's the Family Room....

Entry Hall

Our wonderful (and patient) friend Amy, who indulged us as we walked through each room again, and again, and again...

They have started work on the front porch as well

Well, keep checking back for more pictures as the building progresses. And we keep saying it, but it's true...we cannot wait to have everyone over!!!

Up!

We went and saw Pixar’s latest animated feature film, Up, last week and absolutely loved it. We recommend that everyone go and see it; you will not be disappointed. Megan adds that even if you are not exactly a fan of animated movies (as she is not) you will still enjoy this movie!

The O.C.

Megan’s parents hosted us for a week at their time share in Newport Coast, California. It was very relaxing and very fun! Activities included a trip to Knott’s Berry Farm for one of their famous chicken dinners (and some boysenberry pie), an afternoon at Downtown Disney at Disneyland!!, and lots of beach and pool time.

Michael and Rich showed their appreciation for their chicken dinners by “thanking” the giant chicken!

We also got a chance to see some friends while we were out there. We got a visit from Jeanette, Caleb, and Issac one day, and we got to spend an afternoon with Janet as well!

Ryan's Baptism

We were in Buffalo a few weeks back to celebrate the Baptism of baby Ryan. Michael could not have been prouder of his little God-Son, as he was so well behaved during the ceremony (and the following party as well). We were much honored to be present and Michael was especially honored to be the Godfather. After the baptism, Michael’s parents hosted a little party at their house to celebrate the occasion. A good time was had by all!

Both Megan and Michael got to spend some “quality” time with baby Ryan. We just love the little guy so much!!!!

The Baptism wasn’t the only event in town that weekend though. We also went to a wedding the day before the baptism. It was Michael’s cousin Kayte getting married. The ceremony was beautiful and the reception was a blast as we got to spend time with Michael’s family, including his cousins and his Grandmother (See below).

Our House Passes Mr. Frank's Inspection

Work continues on the house. This past week shingles were added; wiring and plumbing were started; ventwork was completed; and doors and windows were added! We also got the chance to show the house to Michael's dad, who was in town on a business trip. He was really excited to see it and I think I was even more exctied to show it to him. He was very impressed with the level of construction and thought the floorplan was great! He also liked the neighborhood an awful lot too. After our little site visit, we had a nice dinner in our new town! It just made us even more exctied for our quickly approaching move in date (as of yet still to be determined). We really can't wait for everyone to come see it (and stay in it) once its completed.

Now for this weeks photos:

Notice the windows and the door!

The back windows

Our family room

The upstairs