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Another update: "Running away from the Rat Race"

So we're still at it. We received our approval from the HOA and bought my dad's tickets last week. I'll try to hold my tongue regarding the HOA.
Dad will touch down at 3:19pm this Saturday and we will "commence to start" on the room addition, or more specifically the wall addition.  Last night I was fortunate enough to contribute a little more wear and tear to my friend Stephen's truck.  We borrowed the truck to make a Lowe's run and proceeded to spend $1100 on supplies for the wall.  We were able to load everything but the patio door (which will be delivered) in the truck and get it home in one piece.  So (18) 2x4x8 studs, (1) 2x4x12 treated board, (3) 32"x36" windows, (2) 1 lb. boxes of 16d nails, (1) 5 lb. box of 8d nails, (2) 1 lb. boxes of 1.5" galvanized nails, a few spare sheets of 3/8" sheetrock from Stephen and 1 tube of construction adhesive stand at the ready for my Master Carpenter Father to hit the scene and put to use.  I can't wait to see this transformation, it's always so fulfilling to participate in the change, though I'm sure my body will strike back.  We'll try to remember to post pics and hopefully not long after dad's departure next Friday this house will be up on the market.