Concrete arrives

Miscellaneous action shots taken yesterday when the trenches for the new footings were excavated. Today they were filled with concrete which should 'cure' over the weekend.

The concrete blocks will then be used to achieve the correct levels and dimensions for the new foundations. A bricklayer will then take over.

The wall round the pond was 'violently' breached to allow for rapid drainage,and the residual cavity is being filled with rubble.

As I watch this frenetic activity I see the story of my many DIY years unfolding and, step by step, disappearing without trace - but I must not be sentimental. Think positive, as they say!

Watch this space for the next exciting instalments.

Dad