November 06th, 2019

​Home Building Blues
 
When we signed a contract in March to build our downsized, dream home we selected the only lot on the block.  We chose a lot in the middle of the block on the south side of the street.  The front of the house faces north while the back faces south and the sun graces our large backyard in its’ daily journey.
 
When signing the construction contract, I never thought about asking how quickly other homes would be built on our block.  As it turns out that was a big mistake.  There are now 18 homes on our block.  Now, I’m fine with having neighbors, it’s the lifestyle we wanted.
As I write this there are homes being built on both sides of us.  Home construction is one of the nosiest activities on the face of the earth.  The cu the equipment use makes noise and some of it even makes our home shake. 
 
Construction workers don’t talk – they shout.  At the end of the day they must be exhaust=ed.  I have unwillingly overheard many conversations – short sentences with a preference for “blue” words.
The noise from home construction is both distracting and annoying.  I’ve tried taking a couple of melatonin to catch an afternoon nap  - doesn’t work.
 
All I want for Christmas is for the homes on both sides of us to be done and I’ll help the neighbors move in.