Progress

Why is it that we store junk in our garage and leave thousands of dollars of automobiles in our driveway? We got the garage cleaned out and the cars are safely put away. There's still more work to be done out there, but after the golf episode and moving stacks and stacks of boxes, the muscles and knees said "stop it!" Today I just did some easy, but necessary stuff - wrapping presents, working on the vacuum cleaner, a little cleaning here and there, plant watering.

Saturday, May 13, 2006

The blinds got installed today. I didn't expect it to happen so quickly, but the installer called yesterday and said he had some time available this morning. It's surprising how much heat the blinds block and how finished it makes the rooms look. Even with the temperature in the 80s, it was still quite comfortable in the house and we still had plenty of natural light. It will be interesting to see our utility bill since we're using very little electricity and very little gas. The Delta breeze is back and helps to keep the temperature comfortable.

Gorgeous roses arrived today from Marc and his family for Mother's Day. Marc will be here tomorrow, but not the others. I'll miss them. Jim got me a new putter. Maybe tomorrow we can go to the clubhouse and try it out. Mostly we're going to hang out and visit.

The seeds I planted on Tuesday are sprouting. All of the roses we transplanted into tubs from the Modesto house have buds on them and I've actually cut a bouquet from two of the bushes. All the plants we brought from Modesto are flourishing. I love this time of year when everything grows and we can see and feel life happening all around us.

Jim repaired my recumbent bike and brought it into the bedroom. With the glider and bike I was able to have a short workout today after the installer left. It's been a pleasant day and I'm looking forward to an enjoyable hanging out with people I love.

Love to all
Corrie and Jim
mzcorrie@frontiernet.net
jmcrhoads@frontiernet.net