We live in an older subdivision in Catoosa Co. We have a Rossville address but live outside the city of Rossville proper. We have an older house, built in '64 it's not very big approx 1,000 sf. Our lot is nice and level and is almost 1/3 of an acre. It is ALWAYS in need of something. I am frequently frustrated, but I also realize that these repairs give me an opportunity to acquire, practice, and hone skills that may very well be necessary in the future.
Sometimes, for emergency situations - like a broken pipe, I'll call in reinforcements; but often I try to do the other things on my own as much as possible. About 3 years ago, we had a busted pipe in the bathroom that required a complete gutting of the floor and removal of the drywall about 1/2 way up the wall.
My brothers came and helped me get the bathroom operational again and then the "remodel/redecoration" stalled. So I have decided to attack some of these projects in order to build my skillset. Here is a list of ongoing projects I am working on...
Remodel bathroom
enclose 1/3rd of existing pole barn (24'x26') for storage and workshop (this includes digging, forming, and pouring footers)
build a backyard play area for the grandson
re-landscape (including installing some raised beds/containers for next spring)
add a deck and a door to the back of the house
expand driveway (with gravel)
along with the other issues that come up on a weekly basis...
I love the skill building and the sense of accomplishment... but dang... I'm old, fat, and tired!
While some other aspects of my "prepping" have been on hold... at least these are things that make me feel I am accomplishing something!
RJ
