Renovations

Under the panelling in the convent

Jane has been diligently renovating our living room (the former chapel) in the convent and uncovered a nice mural behind where the altar once existed. We decided to restore this wall and paint the others. The ceiling is very high, and we have to use scaffolding to reach it. Lizzie has taken up residence on top of a warm radiator cover and seems to want to stay put there for the winter. She is just getting fatter and fatter. I am continuing my courses this winter for my property management certification.

Harry Manx-"Can't be Satisfied"

November Blahs

Sister Vicki, Pablo and Nephew Ryan

Cold, grey, wet, windy weather blew into Happy Valley today. We are ready. The wood pile is stacked up (thanks to our new Husqvarna chain saw), the red Benz has had it's winter tune-up, the shovels are ready and willing, and we have enough maple syrup for 20 pancake breakfasts. Chris is itchin' to get out and see some killer live concerts and Lorenzo is trying to talk me into a trip running from Tikal in Guatemala to El Salvador!! Que Caramba! Jane is restoring the former chapel here at St. Joseph's Convent and has uncovered an original stenciled wall behind what was once the altar! Will post photos here when done!