Monthly Archives: April 2017

Bluff Neighborhood Construction Report 4-30-17

Posted on Sunday, April 30, 2017, by Suzanne S. Barnhill

Mostly exterior views today. 252 N. Bayview Street Since we last visited this house, Sexton Lawn & Landscape has provided landscaping in the front that includes a fountain, lighting, and plantings in the brick-framed planter beds. 352 N. Summit Street … Continue reading →

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Bluff Neighborhood Construction Report 4-23-17

Posted on Sunday, April 23, 2017, by Suzanne S. Barnhill

Just a few words and photos today, as I’m snowed under finishing up my book review for Tuesday. 352 N. Summit Street Concrete has been poured for most of the driveway and part of the parking space. I’m guessing that … Continue reading →

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Bluff Neighborhood Construction Report 4-16-17

Posted on Sunday, April 16, 2017, by Suzanne S. Barnhill

Both feast and famine today, and the Beginning of the End for two sites. 352 N. Summit Street When I passed yesterday, the house was apparently open, and some other people were visiting. I should have taken my chances then, … Continue reading →

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An Iowa Treat

Posted on Saturday, April 15, 2017, by Suzanne S. Barnhill

Oh, there’s nothing halfway About the Iowa way to treat you, When we treat you, Which we may not do at all. –“Iowa Stubborn,” Meredith Willson, The Music Man On April 25, I will be giving a book review at … Continue reading →

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Bluff Neighborhood Construction Report 4-9-17

Posted on Sunday, April 9, 2017, by Suzanne S. Barnhill

Not a lot to report today, so I’ll start with these non–construction-related photos. For the past few weeks, on my way to the gym, I’ve been passing this “Tardis” display on Bancroft Street, but no matter how slowly I passed, … Continue reading →

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Bluff Neighborhood Construction Report 4-2-17

Posted on Sunday, April 2, 2017, by Suzanne S. Barnhill

I’m fortunate this week to have at least a little to report on each of my current study sites. 352 N. Summit Street When I visited yesterday, I was stopped by this sign on one of the French doors. So … Continue reading →

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