Milton's Fortress

[Heidi & Milton]

First and foremost, Happy Valentine's Day!  Make certain to eat some yummy chocolate and sniff a rose or two.  Jeff and I are not celebrating today (more on that later), so I will write about that next week.  For now, here is our weekend adventure!

Pop and Momeaux arrived back in town this past weekend, which means stuff got done.  In particular, Milton's fortress was begun. Pop came to Dallas anticipating completing our entire fence in one weekend with his apprentice's help, of course.  Little did he know that our current fence posts were rotted away, so instead of utilizing the originals, he would need to construct entirely new posts, then the framework, followed by the planks.  Well, wood was purchased, cedar to be exact, and the project was underway.

A few of the materials

Pop and Jeff attacked the far back fence first, which left our house exposed to the alleyway and Milton free to roam.  Hence, this led to a tethering of the Milt to prevent runaways.

Good boy

North side exposure

The men worked hard on the outside, while Momeaux got to work with her needle and thread on the inside!  She sewed many a beautiful creation.

Foyer bench cushion

Lace to "hide" a bedroom door

Kitchen seat cushion

Dining room curtain tie-backs to match our dining room set

Momeaux working away with her granddog at her feet.  She is actually sewing green sashes for the other windows.

Getting back to the 8-foot fence, Milt kept the men company outside for the majority of the days.  Jeff likes to hook Milt's leash to his belt (odd, I know!), while he works, to teach Milton how to follow along, so he will be better on leash.  I wish I thought to take a picture of that!  Here is Milt, instead, with a pile of brush.  Lots of yard work was also accomplished, by Momeaux and me, under the guise of fence building.  It actually was necessary to rake out a lot of leaves and cut back an overload of honeysuckle to prepare for the new structure.

Always in on all the action

Wandering around

You might recall that two weeks ago, Jeff and I raked and raked, along with the Milt, and heaped it all on the side of the road.  Our garbage bags of leaves were rejected, however, because it was not a Bulk Trash Day.  Well, Monday was, and we had twice the trash to share.  Thankfully, this time it was actually collected.

Lots and...

Lots!

Well, the back fence was begun on Thursday and partially finished late Monday evening.

Burning the midnight oil

Our fence is not only beautiful, but it smells very nice too!  We still have more to accomplish in regards to the remaining fence perimeter, but the back of our fence is looking good.  Jeff will continue to work on it, and Pop might return again to provide further assistance!  I, for one, am learning that "Patience is a virtue," of which I lack.  Nevertheless, I am quite thankful for Momeaux and Pop, the best in-laws a girl could have!

To read more about Milton the Goldendoodle please visit www.goldilocksandherdoodle.com

[Karen and Ruston]

Thank you for sharing your stories and photos. I love reading about all your adventures.

[Lonnie & Libby Lu]

Wow, you are very lucky to have such wonderful and talented in laws!  What a job to take on and you both are  lucky to have someone that knows what he is doing.  Your  Momeaux is amazing and made so many beautiful things for you!  I love the way you put the lace on the french doors.  As usual, Milt is just the Dood of the day helping and putting in his 2 cents in on the job!   As always, I love your blogs Heidi!

[DJ & Chance]

Great story. Thanks.

[Julie and Charlie]

Nothing wrong with hooking your dog's leash to your belt-- leaves two hands free! I use a clip to a belt loop, same thing!

[Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie]

You have such wonderful inlaws.  I treasure all of the terrific things my parents have done to help me create my own home as I am sure you treasure Pop Momeaux's creations.  Lucky you.

[Bonnie and Kona]

Your Momeaux and Pop are amazing! What wonderful gifts they have given to you! Milton just couldn't be cuter and I give Jeff tons of credit for training while fence building. What a good doodle dad.