30 Kasım 2012 Cuma

Kathleen after a week with Hannibal

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Alone with Hannibal, Kathleen has been getting alot done down in Buxton...spackling, sanding, sanding, maybe a little more sanding....then painting, painting...and painting some more. After she finished the downstairs washer/dryer closet, the plumber moved the washer/dryer in and hooked up both the wd and the vanity, so now the downstairs "works" (meaning all functions are operational). Her plan is to get the painting done and window blinds up, then she can move downstairs...and start the process all over again upstairs.

She took some pictures of her progress downstairs and posted them into the album "This Week's Progress".

Kathleen's Week "Three": Finishing Touches

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She uploaded some more pictures and making a good bit of progress! However, the longer she's there the more time she has to construct "to do" lists, one of which she sent me already. Hmmm, what "to do" about that? From a distance, not much i guess.

I just hope the length of her lists does not exceed our ability to complete the work. Her latest pictures are in the top slideshow.

April 2011 1st installment of Easter week

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It wasn't exactly the smoothest ride down, mainly because we stopped about 20 times trying to keep the tarps from blowing off the truck (first stop being on rte 44 about a mile from the house)...but a stop in Dover friday nite and a slow start saturday morning had us in Buxton by 6pm saturday. While unpacking, we actually had a couple from Richmond walk by and make the serious mistake of asking if they could help! During their tour we found out the carpet guy did get the carpet installed upstairs. Alot of beer later (i'm a little fuzzy on the time) we called it a day/night...the slideshow 1st Day Easter Week 2011 is where we are after the first day. My feet hurt.

Awesome website for 'post-Irene' imaging

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Check out this picture courtesy of USGS, taken after Irene on Wednesday 8-31-11.. Our friends at OBX Connections found this (thanks "twcmaster"): http://coastal.er.usgs.gov/hurricanes/irene/post-storm-photos/irene_photo.html

These are 3mb files that offer excellent resolution, just click on the orange dots up and down the coastline to view your neighborhood of interest! Our place "Stone's Throw" is almost in the middle of the picture, the square house with our silver truck in the driveway. For those unaware, if you're thinking about the obx for next year's vacation please check our mgmt company's website for both up and downstairs' units: http://www.hatterasvacations.com/

Guess who's moving to the beach?

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Kathleen Elizabeth! And she leaves for the beach Sunday, as she has enrolled in the NC Real Estate Class that starts Monday in Nags Head. Her plan is to work part time while taking the class (has an interview with Midgett Realty on Tuesday), and afterwards take the broker exam while working full time. Classes are MWF, 6pm-10:30pm. She'll stay at the beach house for the 2 months of classes. After that, well... she's even looking at travel trailers she can park in a campground. So away she goes, paving the road for us to follow. I'm betting she does just fine, which means i better figure out what i'm going to do down there. Maybe i'll learn how to fish.

29 Kasım 2012 Perşembe

Hawaii's Grand Wailea Resort Hotel & Spa on Maui Completes $50 Million in Renovations

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One of Hawaii's premier destinations, Grand Wailea Resort Hotel & Spa, a member of the Waldorf Astoria Collection, has announced the completion of more than $50 million in upgrades and renovations.

Featuring newly remodeled guest rooms, a refreshed spa and fitness center, updated restaurant and lounges, remodeled beach and pool, and up-to-the-minute technology upgrades across the resort, Grand Wailea's charm and founding elements of trees, water, flowers, art, light and sound more prominent and enjoyable than ever.

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Enjoy Valentine's Weekend on the Island of Bimini in the Bahamas

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Bimini Sands Resort & Marina is pleased to offer this special Valentine's Weekend package designed to bring out the romance in your life. The Valentine's Weekend package includes luxury resort accommodations at Bimini Sands Resort & Marina, an elegant Valentine's dinner at the Beach Club Restaurant and complimentary breakfast each morning at the Petite Conch Cafe overlooking the marina. A scenic Sunset Island Boat Tour rounds out the perfect weekend in the islands.

At Bimini Sands there is always something to do. Stroll picturesque white sand beaches adjacent to the resort. Hike the Bimini Nature Trail set on 25 acres overlooking the Atlantic ocean. Kayak through remote mangroves and pristine flats. Snorkel the crystal clear waters that have made the island famous. All this and more awaits you at Bimini Sands Resort & Marina.

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