January 25, 2025
Welcome to Blog # 90
I missed last week as I had to spend a week in Honolulu getting things done which are not possible on Maui.
It was culture shock every day and I am very happy to be back home in the country with all my four-leggeds. I did make the best of it and is was good seeing some friends and having some nice meals. And, upon return everyone was happy to see me although well taken care of.
Just before leaving both patios were almost finished and after all the months of being on weed cloth it is a real joy. The black stones in front hold the heat and are very popular with the cats in the afternoon. We are waiting for more material for a small section and then it will be all finished.
Years ago we had a big monkey pod tree in the yard. And, then when we came on a trip it had fallen over and Bob left the root but had the trunk milled into gorgeous big slabs. Over the years the root ball became like a misshapen tree in the middle of the yard.To make the yard look better I decided it had to go and the monkey pod tree stump was removed last week. Plans are to trailer it to the school in Hana. About the same time several weeks ago I was introduced to Tonu a wood carver and Tonu wants to come out and do a carving at the school teaching the kids wood carving 101.
Most all projects here are now at a standstill as James and a gang of thirty family and friends have all gone skiing in Japan. When he returns hopefully the last projects will be wound up. The Kawasaki mule farm vehicle should also arrive about that time.
We have a new four legged member here now-Willy. Willy. Is a one eyed darling orange kitten. He scampers around and gets along with everyone and is a joy to have.
Time to close up till next week. Wishing everyone a great week.
Aloha Nui,
Vicky
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