Nov
29
2009

Finally! Side Entrance Done!

It took a few months but our side entrance is finally done! Well, apart from cosmetic clean up. It was a serious pain, but at least it’s done and we saved a ton of cash doing it ourselves.

I can’t thank Nancy’s brother enough. Without him, I would have had a wet basement all winter for sure. Love ya brother! Seth and Rob too; they did grunt work and helped me with the concrete. And of course Nancy; she helped and put up with my constant frustration.

I messed up with the base foundation of the concrete, but I’ll fix that in the spring. I’ve had enough for now.

Anyway, on to some pictures.

What we inherited:

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Part way through:

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Finished!

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Nov
11
2009

Lest We Forget

As is my personal tradition, I went to Streetsville for the Remembrance Day ceremonies. I have been going every year since I was 13 years old and I have noticed the diminishing ranks of veterans. It’s humbling.

This year there was a special moment when the father and sister of Marc Diab placed a wreath at the cenotaph: the crowd began to clap. It wasn’t expected and it was touching. It was awesome to see so many people pay tribute and understand what sacrifice was made. (Marc Diab was a soldier from Mississauga that was recently killed in Afghanistan.)

To those that have served and are serving: Thank You.

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Oct
14
2009

Bravest Raccoon in Oakville

I don’t know what this little guy is thinking, but he is lucky I am in a good mood, and that I really don’t feel like going to the vet tonight…

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If this was the country he wouldn’t stand a chance.

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