March 2008


burning bush behind wall

Winter cold and snow came before I could move our last “burning” bush from the front yard to the back. And although spring has just arrived today, a couple weeks ago, I was lucky enough to have a break in the cold weather and some friends visit from out of town. What better way to spend their vacation than helping me do yard work?

Having a poor or selective memory can be very helpful at times. Although I remember the first time moving the previous bush to be somewhat difficult, I still chuckle at ourselves for the wheelbarrow’s misfortune and for having an overall good time. So my memories were quite fond. Also, I moved the bush with my wife - who, for all her great qualities, brute force and strength are not among them. So how difficult can it be for 2 strong guys to move this bush?

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Ironically, our original faucet model was named “Endurance”. Ha!

With no working kitchen faucet, and a pile of dishes from the previous night, we had to do something. So we all get into the car: me, Serena, M, his wife, and their four month old baby for a trip to Home Depot.

Of course, as we surveyed the display of kitchen faucets, my lovely wife instinctivelyly picked one of the most expensive faucets without even looking at the price tags (how does she do that?). I tried to convince her with some cheaper options, but secretly I liked the one she chose best. Although I like to tease her for having expensive tastes, I’m guilty of the same. Without the luxury of time and research, we took the plunge and splurged.

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