Digging Aftermath
A side effect from yesterday’s work outside: Liz got several bad blisters on her hands.
This, despite wearing gloves. If that gives you any indication of how much she was out there working.
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Final Hole
Liz did a lot of digging today. With so much time having elapsed (we have a terrible Home Depot story, that’s still in progress)… several of the holes collapsed on themselves. And required more digging.
A Day of Sounds and Memory
I’m always reminded of Bernie, whenever we see or pass by the chapel. And though I seldom say it out loud, I do tend to say hello quietly to Bernie, every time I see the building.
And today, as we sat there listening to the bells… I felt like Bernie was saying hello back. Each time I hear the bells, I like to think he’s saying hello back.
Bonding and Baby Food
Liz, sitting with the bunnies… and with some baby food at the ready. Fake it till you make it.
End Table: Glue-Up and the Last Day of Class
Our last day of class had a twist: everyone split into two groups, with all of us working together to glue up everyone’s tables. A brief view of some of the early tables, while Shaun (and Gibbs) look on.
Bunny Paying Tribute to the Bunny Queen
In the evening, we were hanging out in the yard and noticed a small bunny just chillaxing. Despite Liz moving around and doing some light yard work nearby, this guy didn’t really budge.
Hazel: First Blood
It felt like things were ok, and I allowed the bunnies to get close – but it was too early. Hazel in particular has come out of her shell, and has gotten a little… feisty? Sassy? She’s a lot more opinionated, it seems.
Well, there was a bit of a scuffle and I tried to insert myself to break things up. My hand caught a bite that was intended for Hugo, so this injury came from Hazel.
Hazel and Hugo: Bonding Session
Tonight, I was really wary. So I kept them apart as much as possible. Both bunnies seemed riled and amped up. So I had a screen between them for most of the night. I was able to calm them both down (eventually), but probably 45 minute passed before they were in a calm state.
Breakfast and Botany
Today was meant to be a lazy day. We woke up somewhat early, to catch a breakfast before the crowds showed up at Plein Air Cafe.
Then afterwards, we were heading home… but decided to swing by Botany Pond, to check out the ducks and turtles.
A New Bunny, and the Hopes of a Foster Fail
Our drywallers needed to stay late today, so I ended up remaining at home while Liz took Hugo back to Red Door for another round of speed dates.
The goal was to see how things went with Kavorka, and maybe Salt. Hugo was pretty stressed out on his second meeting with them, so we were curious to see how things would go this time around.
Office Drywall: Day 4
On walking in, we were just amazed. And giggling an awful lot.
End Table: Custom Staining, Finishing, and an Unexpected Trip to Delilah’s
In class today, we applied a finish for all our pieces. Note the extra bit of stain that Liz brought with, in case we needed to do touch-ups.
I have to say: Liz was the star student tonight, as several other folks wandered over to ask about her process and what she did. Lots of interest and questions, and Liz was just in her element – talking about everything she’s learned about staining. Quite cool to watch.
Office Drywall: Day 3
The room is prepped, and ready to be sanded, primed, and painted.
Office Drywall: Day 2
Progress and aftermath.
Office Drywall: Day 1
These are photos from the first day, after the drywallers finished in the office. I can’t tell you how exciting this was to see. The in-progress state is just so different from what we’ve known this room to be.