Home improvements are always "fun". And only fun when they are finished. They obviously need to be done in some capacity. America is weird in that way, but there is something good about pride of ownership and taking care of what you have been given. So on Tuesday, my very gracious cousin, who used to work on windows for a living, came over to help (and when I say help, I mean do everything) install a window. It didn't go super smoothly and took way too long for sure. The good thing about it was it gave us a guide for the next windows.
So yesterday we were able to install two. He did the second window in Amaris'/baby room. In the meantime, I managed to take out the window out of blind luck for the most part...And
then got some guidance in taking out the frame part.
Took out the inside molding pieces...
And finally gave it a chuck into the front lawn.
And then Chris in record time put in the window...
It was a good time in general and it felt like I actually learned something. Added something in the repertoire of home upkeep that I hope to be able to pass down one day. It is always an amazing thing to see how specialized our society is. I could never install windows or do A/C or put in a door, but if you take the time it's really never rocket science. Additionally, it got me thinking that I wish I would have taken the time growing up to learn how to work on cars. My dad would have taught, heck I think he tried, but I always ended up "rushing" through life and never having enough time. Now I wish I knew. How will I spend the rest of my years. Hopefully not as rushed.
Anyhow, It was a good time hanging out with Chris and getting the job done. 3 down and 3 to go. Our room and bathroom and then when we get some more money, the basement. It is amazing what difference can happen with a few windows.
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