Demolition

Let the demolition begin!

The first rip. We each chose a part of the house that we have been waiting to get rid of. Eric chose the backsplash. What? You don't like burgundy?

Remember that wall in the living room between it and the stair?

The wall is no more. And neither is the wall to the garage.

And so it begins.

We closed on Monday and the adventures have already begun. One of the subcontractors has already gone on permanent vacation after 1 day of work. Got to love that. Oh, and our lawn is a LITTLE overgrown.

BEFORE.
At the new place.
Popping the champagne on the upper deck.

A toast.

Demolition of the stairway/garage wall with garage door opener above.

How convenient, I can now pull my car in and drop the groceries into the lower level, no pesky door to get in the way.

Transom LLC is up and running.

Transom LLC now has a logo, a trailer, and shortly, a website!

Check out http://www.transomdesignbuild.com

July 4th!

The Stotler's and the Days' celebrated the 4th with food, drink, and more food. And there was some berry picking. Just a little. 5 lbs later....

Before...

After.

Twins...

and more twins. Ok, this was weird. And no, we didn't plan it. I mean how many people actually purchase shirts in bright yellow. Evidently, two.

Flaming dragon.

Bunch of pyros.

Eric and Melissa's new businesses

When we do things, evidently we do them in multiples because we LOVE stress.

I am still working through the logo for my container brand. But happy to announce it has a name, Terrene. Look for a logo soon! I'm not ready to show the in-progress.

Eric's business, however, is starting to take shape with a logo, identity and business cards coming soon. Take a look at the wonderful designs, all courtesy of a very talented former co-worker of mine, Jaime Linning Smith at FRCH Design but also has her own freelance business.

As you may know, the term 'Transom' is actually a term that refers to both buildings and boats.

Transom LLC Design Build specializes in small space design and fabrication. Transom leverages Eric’s background in yacht and product design to formulate innovative, yet practical solutions that use the latest techniques in material craft.

For example, he can do concrete countertop installations, mantle and hearth designs, entryway designs, and more...And yes mom, someday, the garage and recycling can pavilion.

Eric's guiding brand attributes are Honesty, Tactile, Craft, and Contemporary.

And yes there was a creative brief. Does this surprise you?

Option 1 - business cards

Option 2 - Business Cards

Happy Dad's Day, Dad!

A tribute to my dad, at one of the happiest days of my life! A toast to happier days ahead as well for all....

STRAWBERRIES!

It's that season again...berry season! Simon, Sharon, and us headed out to Krueger's Farm.

Ready for raspberries!

Look, we're twins!

I'm not sure what's going on with my hat....