Monthly Archives: November 2016

Happy Thanksgiving

November 24, 2016 On this very ‘American’ holiday, we are reminded to count our blessings. This is my favorite holiday, not for the food, but for the attitude it fosters.  We are encouraged to use this day to express our gratitude … Continue reading

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New mower

Tuesday, November 22, 2016 It is always a happy day when a new machine arrives here.  Today we took delivery of a new zero-turn mower, a JD Z970R.  We used it a little bit this afternoon, to grind up some … Continue reading

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Tarp 2.0

Thursday, November 17, 2016 Yesterday, John and I worked on installing the motorized tarp and door systems on the Wilson trailer pulled by our Peterbilt truck.  The experience of installing the systems on the Vision trailer, helped make our work … Continue reading

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Shop work continues

Tuesday, November 15, 2016 It’s a pretty nice day today, up to 65ºF, and not much wind.  This good weather streak is supposed to extend to Friday, when rain is predicted.  Cooler days are following that they say. John keeps working on … Continue reading

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Upgrade

Friday, November 11, 2016 It’s a beautiful day out there today, even if it’s a little cool–63ºF.   Thin, wispy clouds dot the clear and deep blue sky.  A gentle breeze is blowing, adding to the chill in the air. The … Continue reading

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Is this really November?

Monday, November 7, 2016 The weather is sunny and beautiful.  It is 72ºF, and not a cloud in the sky.  You could not ask for a better fall day.  It seems more like late September, not early November.  By the … Continue reading

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