Significant Signs by Schmidt

Wheeler Farm needed a new sign.  They came calling to the Salt Lake Woodcarvers group on an evening while they were holding the weekly class in the 'Barn'.  Several people recommended Allan for the job.  After looking at the plans, he agreed to make it.   

The wood and design was provided by the 'Farm'.  The bolting together of the planks, planing, pattern making/transfer, routing, sanding, staining and assembly was masterfully done by Allan. 

The end result is a beautiful, eye catching sign welcoming guests to the busy farm. 

Driveway Does a Do Si Do

After 25 years of having a cracked driveway, we replaced it last month.   Allan and his trusty Bobcat had fun crushing it like a graham cracker fulfilling years of frustration.

A few days after it had originally been poured, the brick layer drove on it.  Soon after the cracks began.  We were mad, but couldn't prove the cause of it. 

To the rescue came the flatwork guys. The place was a beehive of activity, with one cement truck unloading and another one waiting a short distance away.  Glad to have a week of cool days and rain, it cured nicely this time. 


No more snow shovels getting caught on a ridge. No more uneven areas. No more money to spend this year.

 
Sporting a sign saying 'Driveway Replacement - Call Alan or Doug' was stuck in the lawn hoping to generate business for more. It appears to be working because several people have called.   We hope to snag some work from our new sample.

Now that we can use our lovely, clean driveway again, the garage doors need a new paint job. It looks like the domino affect has begun.

The Wait Is Over, Our Baby Boy Has Arrived!!

When does a baby ever let us call the shots.  True to form, our newest baby boy and grandchild arrived May 10th.  Going into labor in the early morning Breann called from the hospital at 11:30 a.m. to say, her baby was coming.  The doctor would begin shortly after noon. 

He was born at 12:31 p.m. at 7 lbs 2oz. 20 inches long.  Named after his parents favorite lake, Henry, came home Monday along with his anxious folks. 

A very happy mom on Mother's Day and forever.

 An April 27th talk by Ann Dibb, said that there are a variety of holy places. Number one on her list was hospital rooms, filled with families and new babies.  Being in the presence of this angel was truly a beautiful experience. 

Can't Wait to See You

I am not the only one anxious to see the baby coming to our family.  The parents, Jed & Breann, have been waiting a lifetime to be officially initiated into the club.  Maybe not that long, but surely they are not only excited, but scared to death as well.  Life will never be the same as they now know it.  It will be better!!  We cannot wait to see this angel from heaven. 

The house is filling up with vital items.  Target and many other businesses has them on 'Their having a baby' list.  

Only five days to go.  That would be 111 hours give or take a few. The bags are packed and tank is full.   

Glad for the Master Grad

College graduation is a culmination of dreams anticipated, sacrifices made and work accomplished.  On April 26th at age 27, Jory stepped over the 'Masters' line at BYU.

Did you see me wave?  As the 2013 grads entered the hall, on que we joined the waving crowd breaking out in spots.  At the end smiles were served up in generous helpings as each name was said. 

Surely several had download the same big loud 'hurrah' that went off here and there, as the grad's were announced.

Congratulations, Jory!  This is a great accomplishment by an awesome son that we love dearly.   His name is listed here.

 Sarah deserves a medal for encouragement, empathy and helping Jory envision the enormous, end result.  On April 27th he turned 28.

How lucky to be in the arms of a master grad.

Breann & Baby's Shower

Brayle was assigned to take pictures of the baby shower we held a few weeks ago.  There are three.  Take a look at the diaper cake centerpiece with yellow polka-dot accents and bottle scrubber.

 

 

 Breann taking a breather and contemplating motherhood.   She looks quite small for being eight months plus along. 

 Sarah, our artist in residence after making the cake, cake pops, Rice Krispie treats and punch.  She is terrific.

Nanna Gets a Nail Job

When little Sarah got bright pink and lightening white nail polish from Aunt Sarah, I was the guinea pig for the primping party.  The undercoat was white with the hot pink on the top.  Drag a sharp point through each nail and you get the diagonal striped look. 

Since I don't often wear polish, it drove me crazy.  It was scratched off at the airport to come home.  I wish a quick picture had been snapped before the polish disappeared.