daily life as life goes on . . .

Now, we do have a second bathroom in our suite in the basement.  But the main bathroom has been sprouting some mould lately.  We have tried enzymes and scrub downs.  To no avail.

So, this weekend I sanded the shower area.  Found that the mould only went as far as the top coat of paint.  Was very thankful. 

Then, I filled in some cracks/holes.  Covered this with plaster.  Found that the plaster job was actually fairly good – my usual phenomenon is not quite so good!  Placed a coat of primer over the plaster, two coats of paint on the wall and now we have a whole new shower area.

Tomorrow morning will be “try out” time.  With no mould growing on the wall!

Our other bathroom?  In good shape – and I hope it stays that way!

A month ago I bought a book.  By Daniel Pink called DRIVE. 

The subject:  What motivates us?

Great read – if you can pick up the book, do so.  If not, take a look at this “animation” that summarizes thoughts from the book.  We used to call this the “Coles” version – but now that you can get it in video form I guess it would be the “VColes” version.  Anyways, this out.

As I watch interviews I often see people having a fun time and spouting some inane drivel.  Late night talk shows tend towards this type of thing.  Afternoon talk shows can drive me crazy. 

But I like to listen to others when there is a nugget that sparks a new direction or thought.  Here is one on singing cross-centered songs in worship services.  The passion builds as you listen – and the thinking grows as you take time to cogitate on what is said. 

For days we had been watching the weather.  I’ve decided that’s much like watching a cricket decide where to jump next.  The only place it will go is where you don’t expect it to venture!

So, our weather forecast mid-week was for extreme rain and cold.  Well, we sort of got half of that.  The picnic was not bad if you dressed the layered look.  Otherwise, as Jill found out, the skin begins to turn purple and feel clammy to the touch.

Otherwise those who were able to attend (many decided the day was a little “iffy”), we enjoyed games, fire, and ice cream.  The ice cream was great, but the warmth therefrom was negligible.  And finally, the time to pack up and go home arrived!