Truck Drivin'

Today I spent the bulk of the afternoon welding on the dump truck. I used 1/4" pencil rod to frame it out in readiness for the expanded lath to follow. Over this we'll apply sculpting epoxy in two coats to form the cab and fenders of the truck. Even with only the framework in place it is starting to look a lot like it will when it is done (if you squint your eyes and use your imagination just a little). 

Once the cab is done I will move onto the box of the truck and then the hydraulics to make it all work. This is way more fun than actually working!

-grampa dan

Happy Thanksgiving!

In Canada we celebrate Thanksgiving a little earlier than our American friends. This weekend is our time. We have so much to be thankful for!

Today it was time to gather with family - a long time tradition. The numbers were fewer this year but four generations were present. A turkey dinner with ALL the fixings was enjoyed by all and as per our tradition we played board games and caught up on the latest news, plans and dreams of each family member.

The day was relaxed, the sun warm and the company enjoyable. It was a great way to spend this special day.

Happy Thanksgiving to all my Canadian friends. 

-grampa dan

The sun is up!

Today I spent in the shop working on the Sunrise Homes sign. Each lettter was carefully worked over by hand readying it for paint. The large sunburst recieved the same treatment. Then everyting was welded to the base of the sign. It is coming together nicely and will soon be ready for the sculpting of the rock work on the base.

Once the concrete work is done it will be time for paint. Stay tuned...

-grampa dan