So many projects started, so much to finish. Three weeks ago, it was time to get the metal roof on the garage. J and K headed up for a long weekend to get ‘er done.



In addition to getting the roof on, might as well give the family Sparky some projects.



With these major projects completed, we came up to tie up loose ends.

The list was long. Some projects small and others large.



We got to work on the rest of the siding. Peak first…

Next, the back side of the garage

It wasn’t all work and no play this trip. We did take a night off for a nice dinner and sunset.


The weather was perfect for the work. The next day, we got to work on the rest of the siding.

We took an opportunity to do a few smaller projects before tackling the last wall of siding and soffits. First, we tackled the metal soffits over the garage. Then we tested out our color here.




Finally, we got to the last side of siding


As a celebration, we visited our little lake for a quick dip.


Soffits around the remainder of the garage were done next.

We finished the remaining gallon of paint around the back of the garage in anticipation of building the back deck. We did have to add one cement post, but the sand made for easy digging.




We found a bargain on one of our trips to Menards in Escanaba. We were able to pick up 20 pieces of Novik Dry Stacked Stone to go under the siding to cover the concrete.


Meanwhile, I set my sights on clearing little trees from around the house, and marking bigger ones to be removed by professionals.


We cleaned up all the construction debris inside and out before packing up. Quite a successful trip full of quality time together and the completion of many projects.



With the weather absolutely perfect until our last day, we could have kept going. It will only be a few weeks until we head back. We have a few things to do, and possibly do a little more R&R. It’s coming along! Hooha!! J + M + Stitch
