It was a wonderful day. I stayed home all day, and just worked around the house, starting to put things together again. I worked mostly in the master bath and guest bath, by washing all the cabinets and polishing the wood cabinets in the master bath. They look so nice. Now I can put some things in their new home.
Tom Boersma from our church, is also the electrical inspector, and he showed up at the door this morning to check things out. When he left I could not use the outlets in the bathroom, so he did something I could not figure out; even checked the breaker box!!
Gord Hulst showed up and we put the frames of the mirrors up to see how they would fit. A little adjustment was needed for the one mirror. Now the one needs painting, and the other one stain to match the cabinets.
The plumber showed up and had to take out the old pipes to our old washing machine, and then change some faucets. He had his share of frustration with the one faucet, but finally finished up the job. It is just great to get the details finished. ( Know anyone who needs a free washer or dryer for getting it out of here? They both work. )
Everett got home about 4:30 and after he read the paper, we went to Lowell to Keiser's and had their baked cod dinner. Yummy! On the way home we stopped at Ace Hardware to pick up some finishing nails, and then had to put gas in Everett's car.
Everett put up all the switch plates, and furnace registers and plowed the 3" of snow off the driveway. Time to sit down and relax.
Friday, December 28, 2007
Tuesday, December 25, 2007
Friday, December 21, 2007
Attic Musings
I am banished to the attic again today. Actually it is the storage room we added with the addition, on the upper level. I feel like the crazy lady in the books that would peek out of the curtain and add to the mystery.
Today the last of the painting is taking place and the touch-up staining and varnishing is being done. It is looking so very nice. We also had the carpet layers here, and both bedrooms are finished. Now it is my turn to put on the finishing touches.
We have a wedding tonight for Cori Woldhuis, at Seymour CRC with the reception at Lincoln Country Club. We are looking forward to that.
Wednesday evening we were to St. Stephens to watch Aidan, Regan and Olivia in their Christmas program. It was very nice and they did a good job. It was mostly musical, but had a lovely reading of the Christmas story acted out by the older students. It is always a special occasion to see the grandchildren.
Back to the blog. With the Christmas parties finished for the season, I have been able to keep in touch with some other members from our church who have been going through hard times, and often requires phone calls. I just got off the phone with a very interesting gentleman that has had a long life of incredible experiences. Those are the people that inspire and encourage me, and I am always amazed that their stories are so fantastic, and should be put down for others to read. This gentleman was telling me about the fuel he hauled to the ship, the Edmund Fitzgerald, just before it broke in two and went to the bottom of Lake Superior. He said that the captain, called him in to have a meal in the galley (something he had done a few times before) and he said they ate 'high off the hog". He said the captain told him this would be the last load of ore he would haul and then was going back to be with his wife and boys in WI. Well he never made it, as we know.
There is another couple where both are struggling with their health. He has ALS and just had a bout with a parasite that nearly took his life, and she has had strokes and has lost a lot of her sight. He is now in a nursing home and she can not drive, so I am finding people to bring her to see him once a day.
Some deal with deep depression and others have serious struggles with family relationships. It just makes my heart hurt to think about their pain. Thankfully they all lean heavily on the Lord, so there is hope in each case.
God is good all the time, and especially now as we celebrate the gift he sent, to bring us hope now and for eternity. Praise the Lord.
Today the last of the painting is taking place and the touch-up staining and varnishing is being done. It is looking so very nice. We also had the carpet layers here, and both bedrooms are finished. Now it is my turn to put on the finishing touches.
We have a wedding tonight for Cori Woldhuis, at Seymour CRC with the reception at Lincoln Country Club. We are looking forward to that.
Wednesday evening we were to St. Stephens to watch Aidan, Regan and Olivia in their Christmas program. It was very nice and they did a good job. It was mostly musical, but had a lovely reading of the Christmas story acted out by the older students. It is always a special occasion to see the grandchildren.
Back to the blog. With the Christmas parties finished for the season, I have been able to keep in touch with some other members from our church who have been going through hard times, and often requires phone calls. I just got off the phone with a very interesting gentleman that has had a long life of incredible experiences. Those are the people that inspire and encourage me, and I am always amazed that their stories are so fantastic, and should be put down for others to read. This gentleman was telling me about the fuel he hauled to the ship, the Edmund Fitzgerald, just before it broke in two and went to the bottom of Lake Superior. He said that the captain, called him in to have a meal in the galley (something he had done a few times before) and he said they ate 'high off the hog". He said the captain told him this would be the last load of ore he would haul and then was going back to be with his wife and boys in WI. Well he never made it, as we know.
There is another couple where both are struggling with their health. He has ALS and just had a bout with a parasite that nearly took his life, and she has had strokes and has lost a lot of her sight. He is now in a nursing home and she can not drive, so I am finding people to bring her to see him once a day.
Some deal with deep depression and others have serious struggles with family relationships. It just makes my heart hurt to think about their pain. Thankfully they all lean heavily on the Lord, so there is hope in each case.
God is good all the time, and especially now as we celebrate the gift he sent, to bring us hope now and for eternity. Praise the Lord.
Monday, December 17, 2007
Snow in Indiana
I am sorry it has been quite a while since I have posted, but I am back.
It is only a little over a week to Christmas, and it looks like Christmas outside. We got another 4" of snow over the weekend, and Everett had to plow when we got home last night from our trip to IN. We left Saturday morning, on the spur of the moment, as we decided there was not much we could accomplish around the house, and we wanted to check out some bedroom furniture at our favorite Amish builders in Shipshewana. As it turned out we went with a new fella that was recommended by a friend's sister. We did order a bed and 2 nightstands.
We had intended to leave early Sunday morning to go to Elton and Lauri to see the kids in their Sunday school program at the 5 PM service, but as it turned out their services were canceled and we did not get to see them, but they were very happy to share what they were going to say with us anyhow. Grandkids are so wonderful. We had a great time visiting and had a great lunch and then the kids made a batch of fudge and some white chocolate covered Oreo's and some pretzels. You can make about anything a treat if you cover it with white chocolate. I always come away with new ideas!! Thanks E,L,A,S,M & E.
Our time in Shipsee was special too, as we had lunch as DaEssenhaus, did our shopping and then checked in at the Country Inn and Suites, just north of town. We purchased tickets for a dinner/concert at the Blue Gate Restaurant. They have a very nice auditorium on the upper level and this weekend they featured Dino, a Christian pianist. He was just wonderful, and we would recommend him. We purchased some CD's and enjoyed listening to them on the way home last night.
When we got up Sunday morning, there was about 9-12 inches of snow, and the car was a mess!! We did get on the road shortly after 8 and the first 10 miles were a challenge as everything was white and it was hard to tell where the road was, but once we got to highway 13 it was better and then the 80/90 turnpike was much better. We did not hurry, so it went well.
The painters are coming along very nicely and it will not be much longer. They DID get all of the wallpaper off the family room, kitchen and hall to the basement, which I had not even planned on, but the outcome is a very nice clean smooth finish. They did have to do a lot of repair as the drywall was messed up, but I know we will be happy with the results. I am now able to spend my days in the upstairs store room if I decide to stay home. Most of the time I just leave; right Brenda. She sees me more than usual!!
I am doing the laundry this morning, also fed the birds, and taking care of some other details at my makeshift desk up in the attic. Brenda thinks that is where I belong; you know a funny old lady put away in the attic.:-
It is only a little over a week to Christmas, and it looks like Christmas outside. We got another 4" of snow over the weekend, and Everett had to plow when we got home last night from our trip to IN. We left Saturday morning, on the spur of the moment, as we decided there was not much we could accomplish around the house, and we wanted to check out some bedroom furniture at our favorite Amish builders in Shipshewana. As it turned out we went with a new fella that was recommended by a friend's sister. We did order a bed and 2 nightstands.
We had intended to leave early Sunday morning to go to Elton and Lauri to see the kids in their Sunday school program at the 5 PM service, but as it turned out their services were canceled and we did not get to see them, but they were very happy to share what they were going to say with us anyhow. Grandkids are so wonderful. We had a great time visiting and had a great lunch and then the kids made a batch of fudge and some white chocolate covered Oreo's and some pretzels. You can make about anything a treat if you cover it with white chocolate. I always come away with new ideas!! Thanks E,L,A,S,M & E.
Our time in Shipsee was special too, as we had lunch as DaEssenhaus, did our shopping and then checked in at the Country Inn and Suites, just north of town. We purchased tickets for a dinner/concert at the Blue Gate Restaurant. They have a very nice auditorium on the upper level and this weekend they featured Dino, a Christian pianist. He was just wonderful, and we would recommend him. We purchased some CD's and enjoyed listening to them on the way home last night.
When we got up Sunday morning, there was about 9-12 inches of snow, and the car was a mess!! We did get on the road shortly after 8 and the first 10 miles were a challenge as everything was white and it was hard to tell where the road was, but once we got to highway 13 it was better and then the 80/90 turnpike was much better. We did not hurry, so it went well.
The painters are coming along very nicely and it will not be much longer. They DID get all of the wallpaper off the family room, kitchen and hall to the basement, which I had not even planned on, but the outcome is a very nice clean smooth finish. They did have to do a lot of repair as the drywall was messed up, but I know we will be happy with the results. I am now able to spend my days in the upstairs store room if I decide to stay home. Most of the time I just leave; right Brenda. She sees me more than usual!!
I am doing the laundry this morning, also fed the birds, and taking care of some other details at my makeshift desk up in the attic. Brenda thinks that is where I belong; you know a funny old lady put away in the attic.:-
Tuesday, December 4, 2007
COLOR
Color is on the walls, and I love it. It is so nice to see the walls painted after seeing dusty white for months. The house is taking on a totally new appearance, and that is a welcome sight.
Brenda and Emma came this morning, so they could help me decide on the green we had picked out for the walls in the den, and hall. The painter had trimmed out the windows last night, and as soon as I saw it, I had a sinking feeling that I was not going to be able to live with it. Well, the painter, Phil, was very understanding and added a touch of white to it, and the transformation was just what I was looking for. Thankfully we made our decision before he had gotten any of the walls painted. Brenda will post the pictures of the new look.
Brenda and Emma came this morning, so they could help me decide on the green we had picked out for the walls in the den, and hall. The painter had trimmed out the windows last night, and as soon as I saw it, I had a sinking feeling that I was not going to be able to live with it. Well, the painter, Phil, was very understanding and added a touch of white to it, and the transformation was just what I was looking for. Thankfully we made our decision before he had gotten any of the walls painted. Brenda will post the pictures of the new look.
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