Roof At Rest

Well the roof is re-shingled without a glitch, Cant say it was much fun, with it's 12x12 pitch. Al and Aaron avoided landing in the ditch. Hoping to never do it again, we'll get Mitch.

Years ago Allan reroofed his Uncle Hen's roof to make extra money. It was a wood shake roof, which required him to remove the old shingles and put the new wooden slats on. It took forever and the $400 he made didn't come close to the time he spent.

When it was time to do our roof, we waited until it looked awful before tackling it. We could have hired someone, but it surely would have cost $15k+. Aaron, our son-in-law agreed to help. He used to do roofing. Together they were able to do the job. Aaron got a harness to finish the steep east side that has a sheer drop of 20 feet. Now the roof is at rest for a few decades.

A Surprise in Sweden

The gang made it to Sweden with all their toys. They surprised Grandpa. He loved seeing the boys. With that many people, there's sure to be noise. But who cares when with loved ones they shout, "Ahoys!"

It was the eightieth birthday for Sven Stierstrom in Sundsvall, Sweden. Sarah, her brother, Jordan and their families along with mom, Ingela, made their way to his home and surprised him a few days before the big event.

Jordan has not been to Sweden for sixteen years. That is a long time to not see your grandparents. Mom, Ingela, was born there, but married an American. She has lived in the U.S. for almost thirty years. It is tough but she has gone back as often as possible.

What a blessing to be with Morfar (grandpa)!!

No More Bowl Blahs

I got some bright, brand new bowls They have lids to cover their holes. I wish my shoes had this bright of soles, But for now, I'm just happy to have goals.

My old ones are mostly white and boring, so when I saw these on sale at Costco, with lids, too. They flew into my basket. I'll be buying birthday gifts all month to please my palate. It's time to show my colors. Why don't you too?