Things...they are a changin'!

We have lived in this house since May.  It is the house with the numbered trees.  Other than that, it has been a pretty forgettable structure.  Well...I suppose the blue door gave it a certain character.  But things, well, they are changing starting today. 

We have never experienced exterior renovation on a house.  Tom is quite talented when it comes to interior renovation.  In fact, he undertakes such projects about as often as I rearrange furniture which is pretty darn often.  We have been laying low on both fronts since moving into this house.  Perhaps we were stock piling patience in preparation for this fall 2012 project.

So today as I enjoy a rare day off, I have a shopping list that includes extra vacuum bags, tarps to cover furniture and some something to calm Chase the dog's nerves. 

Any advice from those who have experienced such a project?