We had our house built almost 35 years ago. There is a small courtyard and backyard. However, we live on a small golf course. That makes it seem huge.

Over the years we have made several additions and modifications to the original plans. So the plan is very individualized to our family and needs.

We are homebodies at heart. Besides our four children, and now their partners and the grandkids, many former students have lived with us and visit from time to time. Usually not a week goes by without some kind of "commotion" in the house.