We’re Official Residents of Onancock
We closed on our home in Northern Virginia, sorted our household goods and placed them in storage, and moved to Onancock full-time. Well, at least Lisa has. Kris will stay with friends while he continues to work until his retirement at the end of the year. The new house consists of the barest of furnishings - a bed, plastic chairs, card table, clothes, computer and tv. All the comforts of home. The up side is that Lisa’s time can be spent focusing on construction and business plans for the b&b.
We’re aiming for a contract with a contractor by the end of September, or more likely, the beginning of October. The window is narrowing to get the addition started and closed up before winter sets in. The opening date for The Inn hinges on the construction so, of course, we’re anxious to get things started.
We are continually surprised and delighted with the town. After dinner last night at one of Onancock’s fabulous restaurants, Armando’s, we took a walk with Sam (our dog) and enjoyed the balmy night, refreshing breeze and brilliant stars. This little town quietly draws you in more every day. I know we’re going to love it here.
September 4th, 2005 at 5:35 pm
How wonderful to get your announcement and to read these pages. Congratulations! Hurrah! We look forward to following the progress, and we send our best . . .
September 5th, 2005 at 9:40 am
Thanks Carol and Jim. We can’t wait to have you visit.
Lisa
September 7th, 2005 at 1:30 pm
Hi Lisa and Kris - Long time no see! Lisa Abbin shared news about your exciting move and venture. I was so happy to hear that life is good for you. Email when you get a chance!
All my best to you both.
September 7th, 2005 at 1:50 pm
LuAnne,
So glad to hear from you. I was thrilled when Lisa told me she’s kept in touch with you. I had wanted to send you a card regarding our move, but didn’t know how to contact you. I’m sure you love Maine, but if you’re ever looking to visit somewhere else wonderful, think of us.
I’ll e-mail you with all the news.
Lisa
September 13th, 2005 at 9:25 am
Found the site! We’re looking forward to visiting!
September 13th, 2005 at 10:57 am
I expect you and Barb to be our first visitors.
Lisa
September 26th, 2005 at 6:26 pm
Hi Aunt and Uncle,
The website is great- How exciting! We bet you are very busy these days- can’t wait to visit. Looking forward to enjoying some of your delicious home made delicacies.
Love to you both,
J & P
September 26th, 2005 at 9:09 pm
Hi Julie and Paulina,
I’m glad you like the website. Busy isn’t the word — I met with the architect and assorted other experts today for our final meeting (6 hours) prior to putting out the bid for contractors. Hopefully, that will be done next week. In addition, I met with the kitchen designer last Friday to finalize the details for the kitchen. This week, I’m selecting bathroom fixtures and the rest of the kitchen appliances. We can’t wait to see you again.
Love,
Lisa