What project will you take on in the new year?

6 years ago

It's nearly 2018! Do you have any projects lined up for your house in the new year? We'd love to hear about it. What will you be working on? Let's hear it!

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loracan

6 years ago

Planning to emigrate, and so am looking at a house that needs stacks of work doing to it before its even habitable. Looking forward to all the stress and strain that this sort of move requires but which will see me in my element.

My cat will be accompanying me so he goes for his rabies shot next month. This I dread more than the move!! he is such a baby, but I wouldn't be without him.

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woodteam5
6 years ago
Me too Janelle. Hope your kitty is doing well.
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Waynette Bailey
6 years ago
The whole damn house needs painting!
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Lynne Travis
6 years ago
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6 years ago
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