the manor starts to shape up

This is one of the windows that sends me over the moon.
Oh how I love these windows. The sills are perfect for sitting in. For in which to sit.

When we actually live here, you could knock on the front door and I will swing wide the door and say, "Entre vous."

The front bedroom has been claimed by the Lord & Lady of the Manor. We rang for the staff and requested that they paint over the minty green. Pronto.

It took a few weeks, but the progress is evident. It sure is hard to get good help these days.
This particular member of the household staff plopped her purse and cellphone on the window sill, snacked on trail mix incessantly, and wasted time while reclining on the window sill while soaking in the view of the river.

We are totally docking her pay.

The color is "parchment" by Ralph Lauren.

Because the kitchen staff is still in training --and because the kitchen is tacky and smells of mold- the Lord & Lady of the Manor took their repast at the Hometown Diner after overseeing the progress of their real estate holdings.

Grilled Tuna & Cheese on Rye, coleslaw, and a side of fries for the Lady, please.