it hasn't been all work

One of the good things about being in LV this weekend has been that we could check on the progress of the grass project. So far, thanks to Martha's diligent raking of the grass cuttings, the grass is looking darn good. The back yard is now a perfect spot to conduct business.

And another good thing is that Tom got to take some lessons in building a pergola, which is being constructed by Eileen, with some help from Roger, right in one of the most photogenic valleys in Cattaraugus County.

So while Martha and I were piddling around the house and doing a quick run to KMart, Tom got to do some construction and work in Roger's shop in the garage, cutting mitered corners in 2x4 and 2x8 treated wood.

It probably goes without saying that we have eaten well. Last night we had Tom's grilled chicken, baked potatoes, asparagus, broccoli, and Eileen's orange pineapple cake, here at 413 Fair Oaks with Ed and Martha. Tonight Eileen somehow managed to do the best pulled pork barbecue I have ever eaten, homemade coleslaw and hot German potato salad, pickles (homemade), and carrot cake, while she and Tom were working all afternoon on the project.

In the middle of all this she also made a quick run up to Five Points this morning to bring home a kitten that Roger pulled out of the landfill where he works on Saturdays. The kitten is doing well, new home to be determined.

Tomorrow morning early we are off to Geneva to catch the end of Cullen's triathlon. Bridget is already there doing the advance work, Tom's in the kitcen making sandwiches, and Martha has a batch of chocolate chip cookies packed in the car. We're ready!