Attic progress

It's been a very warm (mid 20s) and very sweaty day today as the work continues in the attic. Andy got the wiring sorted so we were able to put up the last 2 big plasterboards. The conduit is nicely hidden away behind the boards and the new ceiling light is in place and it looks fab. He also constructed a little stud wall at the top of the stairs which we are also going to plasterboard and to which a door frame will be fitted and eventually also the old door which will make it into a lovely contained space up there. Tomorrows job will be to cement some large stones into the gaps in the wall between our house and Claudine's which will seal off a potential route for vermin to enter the attic (we have proof that it has been used in the past) and then we can get some plasterboard put up above the side beams, which is going to be fun! Then the end will be in sight - woo-hoo! The actual plastering of the boards will have to wait for some while, as it is a massive job thanks to the horrendous nature of French plaster.

The pooch has been on edge today, not sure why, but he was hiding underneath the dining table while we had our evening meal and has been making warning 'woof' sounds on occasions throughout the day. He is a good guard dog and soon alerts us if he hears anybody within spitting distance of Pissou but we couldn't see any reason for his behaviour today. Very strange.

Not much else to report today. I am looking forward to having time to get out on the bike or up on the hills for a walk/run, as I feel like I am rapidly attaining blobby status due to my inactivity of the last couple of weeks. Andy has been doing all the physical work on the attic so I don't think he quite feels the same ;-)

Had roasted veggies for tea tonight - mmm, yummy