We chose to name the property Blackthorn Ridge. The name came about because the property boasts of two exceedingly thorny plants. Wild climbing roses are entrenched all throughout the land. Their strong tentacle-like canes are covered in in piercing thorns that shred all who dare to tangle. Beautiful, but dangerous. The tree growth is mixed, but the majority are medieval looking black locust trees, known for their pair of thorns at each leaf base. Topographically, the house is situated on a flat section with the ground dropping away both south and west.
Our "Scrapbook"
I've never been proficient at scrapbooking, but I wanted a way of capturing the building of our new home. A blog is the perfect way for two "techies" to accomplish the artistry of capturing memories.
We moved from the Midwest to the East Coast in October 2008. We found our building site in November 2008, and broke ground in October 2009.
Henceforth, The Building of Blackthorn Ridge.
We moved from the Midwest to the East Coast in October 2008. We found our building site in November 2008, and broke ground in October 2009.
Henceforth, The Building of Blackthorn Ridge.
Index of Key Milestones
Who's Who
- Jim and Jennifer - Us; The Authors and Homeowners
- Mike and Melody - The Designers and Builders
- Tim and Joyce - Jennifer's Parents
- Ron - The 'dozer guy
- Barry - The Surveyor
General Schedule
- UPDATED AT THE END OF EACH WEEK
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- [10/12-11/6] Site work and driveway
- [10/26-11/6] Basement and utilities
- [11/11-12/15] Framing and Roof
- 12/5-1/10] Siding and Interior
- [1/14-1/28] Trim, Cabinets, Floor
- [1/28-2/11] Fixtures, Plumbing, Counters
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1 comments:
It sounds so awesome, great name!!! :-) I can imagine it now, wild roses mixed with your very talented gardening skill and some beautiful roses from Jackson and Perkins, not to mention a natural pond too. I'm already jealous!
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