Now that I am rested - sort of - here is a run down of the final push on the porch

 

 

 

Outdoor ceiling fan for lighting and air movement

 

 

 

While Troy installed the fan, I started the makeover of the dresser we pulled from the neighbor's trash - a few swings of a hammer and now it has a large lower shelf instead of drawers.

 

 

A bit of the ceiling paint and some new handles and she is ready!

 

 

Can't believe I painted and then sanded some of it off but that gave me the warn look I wanted.  Total cost of makeover $30

 

Remember these - the original railings?  Well some spray paint greatly improved them

 

And now they have a new home - a reminder of what once was and a celebration of what is now.

 

 

 

I figure one more day's work and then I'll give you the grand tour!