The Christmas after Christmas

At the end of the month I drove over to Seattle to visit Phil, Vicky and family, and Grandpa and Grandma while they were in the state.

William was excited to see me...

...although, jumping into mom's arms and out of mine was probably more accurate.
We took a trip to the aquarium and saw many beautiful sea creatures.

It was a very fun time, my favorite might have been petting the sea creature.

wrapped

Who would have thought I was going to do any Christmas shopping this week, much less this year. I thought my presence was enough of a present, but then there was a book store and I was quickly put in the giving mood.

And the project begins

After a full day of work, including three truck loads to the dump, the once garage and soon to be re-remodeled rec room and office space is cleared out.

Unfortunately the idea of a quick makeover was spoiled after ripping up the carpet and finding the need for a whole new sub-floor.

The stairs: naked, gutted, redesigned and rebuilt

The Wall: gutted, naked, redesigned and rebuilt

It's been a great ride

Thanks for all the long trips and amazing heating system. It was a blast. Enjoy your new home!

i miss them already.

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goodbyes

Mark is taking the boys over to Aberdeen for a few weeks to re-remodel his parents' rec room, which was originally the garage. Best of luck!

See you soon.