So we've got 5 out of 6 valves installed - and minus a few leaks, things look GOOD! We're putting in the sprinklers and the rest of the conduit pieces this weekend. It feels like we tore things up FOREVER, but putting it together went much faster. Part of that was due to Betsy's help - thank you BETSY!!! She came over Saturday and Sunday and helped us dig in the dirt and get all muddy, and all that good stuff. She even brought over Lester to help on Sunday. He seemed perplexed why we kept digging in the same place all weekend.
Work is sliding along quickly - my students are starting to work on their presentations for the rest of the semester. I have to read up on my vitamins and minerals to be ready to fill in any gaps in the student presentations, but otherwise my next few weeks will be grading-intense.
We're getting ready for Thanksgiving around here as well - Bob and Elaine will be here on Wednesday night, and they are planning to help us around the yard. I'm thinking - PAINTING. Or perhaps planting new shrubs and stuff in the yard. The weather should be perfect - welcome to the best part of the year in Phoenix!
Mom and Dad are heading to Aukland on Saturday for a 1 week tour, should be awesome to say the least. I can't wait to see their pics!
Hope everyone has a great holiday! Take care and talk to you soon,
The Professor
