I've been a blog slacker. I know. I can't help it. We have some issues with the house that I'm trying to tackle, and it's been a bit of a challenge.
This is my bathroom... well, actually, bathroomS. This view is from one bedroom through one bathroom into the other bathroom. We had a long-term, rather significant leak in the wall where you can see the knobs, and it saturated the floors in both bathrooms. AND there is a leak in the other bathroom, too.
Anyway, with each piece of wall I take down, I find mold and rotted wood. So, what was going to be a "simple" floor replacement is turning into a complete gutting of both bathrooms from floor to ceiling. We have to take out walls and replace them, replace plumbing, electrical... UGH!
Oh, and did I mention we have termites? Not in the house, thankfully. They have invaded our backyard and are eating the stumps of some trees we had cut down. Next stop? The house. (Yes, we're going to get it treated to protect it.)
In all of this, I'm trying hard to remain thankful and positive, and I'm praying for some sort of miracle. Seriously. I don't know what kind of miracle, but something. A money tree? Super hero home improvement abilities? A wrecking ball?
Do you think I could go from the mess above to the beauty in this picture? Probably not on our budget, but almost anything will be better than how things look right now.
OK, here's the thing...
Please keep me and my family in your prayers as we continue with this project. We're asking specifically for good health and a wise use of the resources God has provided for us. Oh, and no more surprises!!
I think this is also a good time to throw in, "I can do all things through Him who strengthens me." Philippians 4:13. (Too bad this isn't referring to muscles, too!)
It's been said that you never have to wonder what I'm thinking because I'll always tell you. While that's primarily true, I have tried over the years to do that with grace, tact and wisdom. I'm still trying... not always succeeding. Now, instead of wearing my heart on my sleeve, I share it in my blog. Mostly, I have a heart for reaching girls for Jesus and revealing the joy and satisfaction that comes with modesty, purity, and seeking fulfillment through Him.
Hey, chin up! I've seen people make it out bathroom destruction redo's after they tore down their garage just to do some additions. The beauty comes from realizing that the inside is an unsorted beautified mix of compost material.
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Tree Service Brooklyn
Thanks, Carlos! With that, I shall go knock down more wall! :)
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