First Impressions

It was a beautiful Saturday, although the breeze was a little chilly, the bright sun was very warming. Mid-morning was the perfect time to get the dogs out to run off some energy and explore.  I had my camera with me and we were enjoying our time outdoors.

~CarrieAnne~

As you know, things can change and with no warning, that's what happened.  A deer ran out of the woods behind us and I heard voices at the same time.  Of course all the dogs ran in that direction as a couple walking down the newly graveled driveway came into view.  I quickly found out that it was the owners of the property in back of us.  Work began a few weeks ago, and with the completion of a new driveway, the foundation work of the house has begun.

~The new neighbors driveway~

They were nicely dressed and introduced themselves.  Of course I immediately became nervous--Not only to meet them, but I wondered what kind of first impression I was making--My hair was a mess and windblown, I was wearing an old over-sized denim shirt and pants, with garden shoes. Todd and Charlie were barking hysterically in the yard and the dogs were running around them having totally forgotten their names and acting like they had never heard my voice before or ever been told what to do.

~Josh~

In the midst of my trying to get control of the dogs and appear calm and collected, they began talking about easements and power lines--Asking me if it would it be possible to have permission to dig on our property so their power-lines could be underground?  While they were going on about the utilities, my mind was spinning and I was even secretly saying a prayer of thanks that they hadn't been jumped on by one of the dogs--And with that, I found myself agreeing to their request.

~Toby~

First impressions were that our new neighbors seemed nice enough.  I have to admit that it's a relief to finally put a face on the worry that I've had since the property was first put up for sale nearly 2 years ago.  The wife is retired and they mentioned that this home has been in the planning stage for almost 10 years and should be completed sometime in the spring.  They have NO plans to cut down any trees (whew!!!) and they told me they are 'avid gardeners and animal lovers who enjoy the outdoors, nature, peace and quiet and privacy.'  No question they'll be able to have everything on their list, but the quiet?  I don't know, we Todd after all!

I hope you're enjoying your weekend!   We have been having internet issues and we're only getting an intermittent signal the past couple of days--We have a connection for a few minutes, and it goes out for a few minutes.  It makes blog-hopping a little difficult.  Verizon said they would come tomorrow to repair it--On a Sunday??!!--Should I believe them?