Finished

Mostly, anyway.  Since my last post, we have seen the framed structure of our porch evolve every day.   Here is the plywood sheathing going up:

Fully picture-framed walls weren't far behind.  We now have 6-inch window sills, people!

Everything was primed inside and out, and it finally started to look finished.

And when everything was painted with a coat of satin white, I was in love!

The outside view is just what I had pictured, they did a great job. 

There is more work to be done.  I have to put another coat of paint on everything 

because the contractor's bid only included one coat of each.  I also have to prime and paint the window box.

And the ceiling needs paint since they moved the wall in slightly from the old one. 

All of this extra painting is worth it, I am just thrilled with our new space.  I've already got bamboo blinds ordered and a ceiling fan will be on it's way soon...I can't believe this space used to be rotted and screenless! 

I love the chunky new wood, thick window sills, and tall windows.  It doesn't get much better than this!  Unless my Neon would magically turn into a new F150.  That would definitely be better.