Fifty years young!

It is an incredible thing to think that Peter is turning 50 years old tomorrow. Thankfully, he is still very much a kid at heart. As I reflect on having him in our lives for fifty years, I am so very proud. Peter is an incredible son, brother, husband, dad and boss. Peter is patient and loving, generous and kind. As a father, his kids rightfully adore him, for he always has time for them, no matter how busy he might be or how pressing things get.

Peter is incredibly talented, yet humble to a fault. He has always been a wonderful leader and mentor to all who have worked for us through the years. He is incredibly generous, never fails to lift those around him, and encourages everyone he comes in contact with. Peter is also very patient, aiming for the long-term goals, while still not forgetting to live every day to the fullest.

Our lives are incredibly richer because of Peter. Happy fiftieth!!!

Steel cutter

Henry was back in the shop this week and loves to help with all manner of tasks. One of his favourites is operating the steel band saw. Today, after school, he helped me set the next giant letter on the welding table for Downeys and then kept busy cutting the pieces I needed to begin assembly. Once we had done that task, it was time to work on Henry’s spaceship for the rapidly approaching Yarrow Days parade. Stay tuned…

GROUT!

Peter and Matt have completed laying the complex, detailed tile throughout the upstairs of the Copper Crown, which means it is finally time for the gouting to begin. He got a good start on the section around the king-sized bed. Tomorrow he will start on the rest, and by the week's end, he should be working his way down the stairs. Stay tuned…