An October (prepare for winter) storm

Cold air gushing in from Michigan to Kentucky. A typical winter pattern is late but here now and strong!

I predict five to seven similar storms before middle March 2018.

Other winter snow makers include middle level trofs from the NNE, surface low pressure from Mississippi or Georgia, and secondary surface storms that develop ahead of broad Ohio Kentucky energy fields.

Basement construction.

By code new construction requires ceiling insulation. We now have suspended ceiling concealing the exposed insulation.  Also I now have a small heated and insulated office.  Last winter I saw the basement temperature fall to a steady 53F.  A more finished look and warmth. Sounds good to me.

After the construction professionals completed their portion, I applied three coats of primer and put down a subfloor.  Now I have a layer of dead air as insulation underfoot.

The Results

Five years ago something was found and removed. Yesterday nothing was found. Gatorade in quantity has diminished appeal after this five year diagnostic.

Scenarios play out in my head often. I should set up a number of positive scenarios and using ACTS rest in prayer. A for adoration. T for thanksgiving.

Finished! I have a heated office.

The lights and circuits are in. 

Last winter temperature fell to 53F down stairs. This year the heat and insulated walls in a small room should keep me warm.

October summer.

September in the Western mountains of Maine was warmer than July and August.  An additional perk was typical insect minimum. A rare occurrence but welcome!