Category Archives: House

Sunday July 15, 2018

Posted on 15 July 2018 by Barbara Fritchman Thompson

Last night I went with Joyce to another great concert at the Blue Ridge Music Center to hear the Steep Canyon Rangers. I saw them back in February in Winston when they played with the W-S Pops Orchestra. Last night’s … Continue reading →

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Friday July 13, 2018

Posted on 13 July 2018 by Barbara Fritchman Thompson

Gym this morning, home, play with the dog, shower, and back to the gym by 10:30 to work until 3:30. It was over cast and cloudy most of morning. The sun came out this afternoon. Temperatures have  been in the … Continue reading →

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Thursday July 12, 2018

Posted on 12 July 2018 by Barbara Fritchman Thompson

I am reading Vineyard Deceit by Philip R. Craig. Partly cloudy and a bit more humid than it’s been. Temperatures are in the upper 70’s with a slight breeze. As predicted we need rain after the 20 plus inches in … Continue reading →

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Tuesday July 10, 2018

Posted on 10 July 2018 by Barbara Fritchman Thompson

The house we bought was built about 12 years ago by the owner Jerry. He and his brother did all the rock work on the house and porch. They ran into some financial difficulties soon after they finished and moved in but … Continue reading →

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Sunday June 24, 2018

Posted on 24 June 2018 by Barbara Fritchman Thompson

Partly cloudy, breezy, and mild today. We had a brief shower this morning when I took Colin out around 8. I’v cleaned the bathrooms, vacuumed, and dusted. Not sure what’s in store for the afternoon.

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Saturday June 16, 2017

Posted on 16 June 2018 by Barbara Fritchman Thompson

It’s a nice day outside; warm, breezy, and just a little bit of cloud cover. Great conditions to start on the front light fixtures. I’ve painted two this morning and taped up the third one. I am working my way … Continue reading →

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Thursday June 14, 2018

Posted on 14 June 2018 by Barbara Fritchman Thompson

Another thunderstorm yesterday evening bringing another 2 inches of rain. This morning is was mostly sunny, breezy, and cool. A good morning to start my new project. Last summer Bob and I looked at replacing all the wall mounted exterior … Continue reading →

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Sunday June 10, 2018

Posted on 10 June 2018 by Barbara Fritchman Thompson

My friend JoAnn stopped by last night around 6:30. We sat on the porch for a couple of hours talking and watching the birds flit back and forth to the feeders. I have a male and female Eastern towhee this … Continue reading →

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Tuesday May 22, 2018

Posted on 22 May 2018 by Barbara Fritchman Thompson

Turns out my garage critter was a chipmunk. Found him with his head in the trap this morning. I’m must confess I am not good with dealing with dead critters. Bob used to deal with those for me. The mouse … Continue reading →

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Sunday May 20, 2018

Posted on 20 May 2018 by Barbara Fritchman Thompson

I am reading Trumpet of Death by Cynthia Riggs. Two more inches of rain over night. That brings the total to 8 inches at my house. Finally, we have a sunny, warm, day with a slight breeze. Still a chance … Continue reading →

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