An Old Fashioned Work-bee!

Once upon a time, long ago in a land not so very far from where you are, neighbors and friends would gather together to help one another with big projects. Or just maybe it wasn't so very long ago. And just maybe it wasn't very far from where I am... in fact, something like this happened in our own backyard (and house!) just this past weekend! :)

A little back story... we have done a lot of work on our home. Not big remodeling projects, but mostly a little paint here and there has really helped spruce it up. Now we are looking at a home study soon, and we needed a "well-constructed" fence. (wonderful state regulations... you know, just in case our new baby decides to run outside... *wink*) "Well-constructed" was one thing that our fence was not.  So what started out as a kind offer from a friend, ended up in a big work day at our house! :)

First though, here is my hubby taking down the last of the old fencing the week before:

(I happen to think he's quite handsome!) ;)

Then bring on the work crew!! Of course, any crew worth it's salt must have enough "supervisors..."After all, SOMEBODY has to hold up the shovels! :) 

Ok, so maybe they all did work after all... :)

Later that afternoon, after a run for more supplies:

Meanwhile, inside, we gals tackled my pantry - unloaded the whole thing and painted it. More "nesting" than necessary home study prep... but it went a lot faster with us four working! (And I didn't get any pictures...bummer!) My dad also installed some high up latches on our exterior doors in case we get a little one with some wander lust... :) (another homestudy requirement...)

Of couse, we didn't JUST work! There was a lot of yummy food to eat!! Such as pizza...

And birthday cookie....

And cheesecake:

Of course a little nap never hurts either... :)

And of course there is always fun to be had!!!

Thanks to all that came! And the wonderful part is knowing that for every person that came there was probably three or four willing to come help! We have been blessed by such wonderful friends and family. Thank you all for your love, prayers and support for us. You all have been wonderful!