... I will try to catch up
But here are the major events, in reverse chronology:
Sept. 17, 09: Besides some hiccups on the shipping (I had to change shipping company 2 days before the container was packed), the windows got properly inserted into a 20' container - they are now waiting in Aarhus Harbor for a Japanese ship to sail them to Oakland
Aug 28, 09: The 3-4 contenders for the general contract, was gradually reduced to 2 and then 1. Mark is currently contacted to do the first round (up til window installation).
Aug 13, 09: I got my building permit
Aug 4, 09: I finalized the window order and got Simon engaged to come and help with the installation