Exciting Times Ahead

Yes, it's full speed ahead now! Today we had the second builder arrive to see us with his quote for the major works on the house. We had been hoping that he would be cheaper than the first builder because he had talked to me about a way of converting one of the lofts into a bedroom without building up the house walls by 60cm (2 feet). He went through his quote in great detail in French and a bit of English, and he can start about November time.

Sue's instant reaction was to sign the contract with him straight away! So now we have to organise new windows and the staircase. We are off tomorrow morning to see the man who makes stairs and who is recommended by both our english neighbours and 'our' builder, Monsieur Fages. Then we will go to the local, recommended window manufacturer and fitter. It is fortunate that Pat and Mel , our last summer guests, have just left, as we can now concentrate on thinking about exactly where we want the electric supplies and the plumbing to run.

The trouble is, the weeds and the grass keep on growing, and I've got a roof to put on the Pigsty!