The Bear

Joan when she visits Denver and passes by the convention center just loves the sculpture of the bear (left).



So on her birthday she found this bear in her retreat (right).

My Hybrid

I recently purchased a trailer for my bicycle for shopping to offset the high cost of gasoline. However, as this is a trailer for passengers other cyclist expect to see one. When they don't, I get a disaproving look. So in response to the shame I posted pictures on the windows, not unlike those on little tin toy cars I used to get as a child from Japan. I am sure this solves my shame problem.

Aunt Jill and Maggie

Jill and Maggie made a brief trip out to pick up a new dog, Gina. They dropped by and while Jill went out to Palasade to pick up Gina, Maggie and I toured the yarn shoppes.

Yondan Test

Jim recently was tested for 4th level black belt, Yondan, at Boulder Aikikai Dojo, an Aikido Dojo. It was a lot of adventure, and fun for all. Not bad for an old guy.

Memorial Day Visit

Chuck and Andrea visited us this Memorial Day. We had a quiet family weekend eating and catching up. The weather was great until Monday which was rainy. Mary was not around much because it was her first three days of work.
The center of attraction of course was Atticus.

Zoo with Atticus

Mary, Atticus and Annie joined me at the zoo today. Low 80's and sunshine made it a great day. Note Atticus' cool hat and Annie's new hair do.

Joan's Retreat

Joan has moved into her retreat. I have some cleanup to and I have to finish painting the outside door. But other than that, she is good to go. Compare this to the Feb 2, post and you can see the progress that I have made. I still have to build a porch but that will be the next installment.