Thursday, November 19, 2009

You can have any color you want, if . . .


You are looking at the entire exterior color palatte for Homeowners Association No. 1, Saddlebrooke, Tucson, AZ. Today we invited Architecture and Landscaping Committee (ALC) members Marc and Signie to drop by and make a recommendation for repainting our house. We always thought that ALC stood for American Lutheran Church. Turns out, the difference is that the Saddlebrooke ALC has more commandments. For example, Thou shalt not paint anything without a signed, fee paid permission slip.
The volunteer committee is charged with protecting the community from awfulness. It is not easy work and requires diligent members and, of course, we're grateful for their service in what must often be a thankless task.
Today, after taking into consideration the color of our roof, the neighborhood and their own personal preferences, Marc and Signie made a recommendation.
Will it be Oyster, Apache Tan, or Sahara? Sandal, Baked Potato or Wooded Acre? Sandcastle, Bone, Shady or Sand Dollar? Graham Cracker, Birchwood, Bungalow or Pigeon Gray?
We've got their recommendation, now to consult with the family committee. Painter is coming Dec. 28. The excitement builds.