Friday....August 8, 2014....

Up earlier than I would have liked but with such a good reason little time to be grumpy!  Headed to WV to pick up James and Katie as they were going to ride along with me to Berkeley Springs.  I had the septic permit that came with the property put into our name and filed for the well permit.  Both of these permits are necessary to get the building permit for the cottage.  Our original thought was to rebel and go no permits whatsoever...but Morgan County is soooooo leanient on things we decided it was better than sitting around waiting on the knock at the door.  They require absolutely no building codes or inspections...just pay the small price for the permit.  Of course this increases the taxes but we are not wanting to get around that in any way and are happy to pay what we rightfully owe.  So two down and one to go on Tuesday!  Every day we are on pins and needles waiting on the call that the building is ready to be delivered.  Larry called the electric company yesterday and they will be going one day this week to mark where they want the electric pole set.  We are planning on moving in as soon as the cottage is delivered.  Living with the composting toilet in the barn and a camp shower set up, a rain water system for water needs other than drinking....that we will carry in.  Roughing it until we get the electric and the entire back addition and the bathroom complete.  Stopped of course for a vanilla chai latte at the best coffee house in town...Fairfax Coffee!  On the way home made a little side trip to TJ Maxx...absolutely love that store.  Bought a pair of the cutest jeans for next weekends adventures.  Home and played with the pups for a little while.  Ready to relax now for the evening with Larry the pups and an ice cold rum slushie!
Be well,
Lisa