What do you think?

So, here's some pictures during the day.  Mark and I aren't so sure we like the color now that it's up on the whole house.  The sample paint that we used to paint a piece of hardi plank was actually interior paint, in a flat or eggshell texture.  We thought it looked great on the plank, but on the house it looks too dark and shiny.  It's not what we were going for, but we may have to live with it.  Hopefully, the shutters, gutters, and painted cinder block at the base will help make it look better. 

High Tea

Today, the painters came!  Things are starting to shape up!  We're still missing gutters,trim paint, and shutters.  We're also going to paint the bottom part of the house a darker brown/black color.  We may paint the shutters may be the same dark color.  It was getting pretty dark when I took these pictures, and the paint isn't completely dry.  The color may look a little different tomorrow.

Progress

Here's more progress on the house.  We can't wait to get color up on those boards!

Under Construction

So, this is our (or should I say my) first post.  I'm off work all this week while I'm in between jobs.  Monday, I will start working for Hewitt Associates.  I'm really excited about the career change.  It sounds like my hours are going to get a lot tougher and longer, but I think it's the right decision for me in the long run.  It is a great company, and there seems to be a lot of opportunity for growth.

Today, the crew started in stalling our new windows, Hardie Plank siding, and gutters!  Yay!  It will be so nice to have  windows that actually open.  Now, we can truly enjoy the spring weather!  Our house is all in pieces right now, but it's going to be worth it!  Here's a picture of some of the colors we're choosing from.  None of them are exactly what we're looking for, but some are close.