Coming in off the ledge

I have calmed down quite a bit from last Friday and am feeling much more positive about our house.

Last night and today we had contractors come over and look at our basement. The guys were both very, very nice and communicative, but each had different ideas on what we needed to do. No estimates, yet, so we look forward to getting those. Two more guys are coming tomorrow and one is scheduled for Friday, as well, though we may choose to hire someone before that appointment. I will feel pretty good having had four different people come to give us their ideas. If we are very, very lucky we can have the work started while we are away on vacation! Woo Hoo!