Monday, August 3, 2009

MY WORLD ~ 37 Local Changes

All photos enlarge for better viewing.

There are some changes being made. We are building
a 17,000 gallon water tank and the long overdue shed.
The back end of the house is really the front end so some
tidying up and I hope a shade-house and gazebo on the
water tank will follow.



To clear the site, firstly the pine tree behind my little
car needs to go. Our son, on one of his rare visits, is having
another 'bonding' experience with his father.



Going out to assess the situation....



and getting to work.



It is not easy to cut it at such a high level but the reason
is that now it can be pushed over and uprooted with a
Bobcat.


Cutting up the debris and removing the large pieces
by tractor down hill onto an open space for burning.



Father and son togetherness tidying up, always the
worst part of the job.


A big bonfire at the end, and the coast is clear for
the next stage of the project.

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As ever, my gratitude to Klaus and his Elves for keeping this
wonderful meme running like clock-work.
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30 comments:

  1. SandyCarlsonAugust 3, 2009 at 7:28 PM

    So very busy! I would love a little time by that bonfire!

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  2. Ruth's Photo BlogAugust 3, 2009 at 7:50 PM

    Keep us posted how this work progeresses.Should be interesting.
    Blessings,Ruth

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  3. Sylvia KAugust 3, 2009 at 8:11 PM

    I agree with Sandy, I'd like to spend a little time by than bonfire, too! Hope the project goes well! Great post, Arija, as always!

    Have a great week!

    Sylvia

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  4. EbieAugust 3, 2009 at 9:38 PM

    Oops, I was just reading your post, when I heard an incoming mail sound, took a peep, it is you...what a great timing.. Anyway, the bonfire reminds me of my school days...and a gazebo, definitely a good choice. This would be an exciting transformation. We look forward to the final product!

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  5. Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪August 3, 2009 at 10:03 PM

    where are you going to get all that water?

    You first photo of your son looks like he is going to town in his long sleeved shirt. Looks he he did a lot of work, such a big tree.

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  6. PennyAugust 3, 2009 at 10:09 PM

    Just talking about another rain water tank this morning and could we afford one as the tanks are all full and we had two very heavy showers with all gutters overflowing.

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  7. chrome3dAugust 3, 2009 at 10:37 PM

    At least your son does some wood work on his visits. I don´t.

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  8. GaelynAugust 4, 2009 at 12:23 AM

    How nice to be getting some projects done, and with the help of your son. Yet I'm sorry to see the big pine go down.

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  9. diane bAugust 4, 2009 at 12:41 AM

    Its all happening at your place. Hooray for son helping. That is one huge water tank. It should help in the dry months. Keep us up to date with the project.

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  10. IreneAugust 4, 2009 at 1:02 AM

    Changes for the better..and a great father and son team,
    Happy Tuesday!

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  11. LadyFiAugust 4, 2009 at 1:12 AM

    Great shots - and what a good bonfire! Hope you roasted some potatoes or marshmallows...

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  12. WolynskiAugust 4, 2009 at 2:19 AM

    A homeowner,s job is never done - that looks like hard work.

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  13. MicheleAugust 4, 2009 at 3:12 AM

    Oh wow... it sounds like so much work but to have that big beautiful bonfire sounds like fun.
    I know my husband would have found the biggest and fattest hotdogs to roast on that hot fire!! =)

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  14. Jane Hards PhotographyAugust 4, 2009 at 3:27 AM

    A busy time. That water project sounds very exhausting.

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  15. pennyAugust 4, 2009 at 3:34 AM

    Well it looks like the bonding experience went well as did the removal of the oak tree. Your favorite fellas sure did a wonderful job, Arija. And I might add that you did a marvelous job of supervising and photo taking too :D

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  16. JoAugust 4, 2009 at 3:54 AM

    What a huge job. Well done. (((Hugs))) Jo

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  17. This Is My Blog - fishing guyAugust 4, 2009 at 4:42 AM

    Arija: I'm sure that tree has done a good job for you over the years. Good luck with the project.

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  18. Luiz RamosAugust 4, 2009 at 4:52 AM

    Cutting tree is not good but sometimes we need to to it. I always plant another tree.

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  19. Jenn JilksAugust 4, 2009 at 5:23 AM

    Lovely posts. I love the story and the flowers. Thanks for visiting My Muskoka. My garden is so sad!

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  20. Vamsee ModugulaAugust 4, 2009 at 5:56 AM

    Looks like a lot of work...but that bonfire looked like fun.

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  21. DeniseinVAAugust 4, 2009 at 7:02 AM

    That's quite a heavy job but a great one for a father and son. An enjoyable and very interesting post. Loved the photos!

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  22. SharodinduAugust 4, 2009 at 7:27 AM

    nice post...but chopping the tree is sad...

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  23. BarbAugust 4, 2009 at 8:43 AM

    Hi Arija,
    I had to smile at "the bonding experience!" Sounds as though you are planning quite a project. It will be interesting to follow its progress.

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  24. Cedar ...August 4, 2009 at 8:59 AM

    I always hate to see a healthy pine go but in this case it's for a good cause. Nice that son was there to help. Bonfire looks welcoming!

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  25. Martha ZAugust 4, 2009 at 9:11 AM

    Looks like a bit of a project. As the mother of two sons, I like to see them working with their father especially if father avoids criticism.

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  26. Sally in WAAugust 4, 2009 at 6:57 PM

    That looks like a lot of work, but the bonfire is nice. :)

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  27. CarolynAugust 4, 2009 at 8:10 PM

    Sounds like a busy winter with lots of work. I always hate to see a tree come down but sometimes they must! I also agree that some time around a bond fire would be nice. Great photos and story board. Have a great week.
    Blessings and smiles

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  28. AnnieAugust 5, 2009 at 2:06 AM

    Great idea to have some more water storage Arija..hope you get some goods rains to fill it!
    Thanks for visiting my New Farm Park post. Glad you like the park!

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  29. Kathie BrownAugust 6, 2009 at 6:21 PM

    Well, those are big changes! Always sad to see a tree fall. I hope it will be worth it! The bonfire looks nice.

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  30. CelesteAugust 8, 2009 at 12:21 PM

    You guys sure look busy. Very satisfying, if exhausting work but the end results will be a great reward.

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