This past week was catch up time for bidding, invoicing, evaluating and planning. Last weekend July 10th was our annual party, we have been having a big summer blow out for the last 25 years. The party takes a lot of preparation, we sent out over 120 invites to people all over the country, we had family and friends from Florida, Boston and North Carolina. Our buddy John Day who is a local excavator played with his band, John is a drummer, I first saw him playing the bars in Steuben County in the early 80's. He still has a smooth voice and the variety of songs they play has something for everyone, they had the crowd dancing through their final set.
Fireworks has always been a part of our party and this year was no exception. We have a big fireworks store near the toll road and it does a grand business this time of year. Six or seven hundred dollars will get you a pretty good display and last about 20 minutes. On occasion we have even hired professionals to paint the sky, which is less dangerous but kind of takes the edge off. We always have safety in mind but have been know to have a few tense moments. This year was flawless, a great crowd, terrific food and friends and family from near and far what a pleasure to see everyone.
The kitten waving is Dexter (well his name might be Dexter) I found him on my way to the job at Devil's Lake about three weeks ago. He was laying in the road, it was over 90 degrees and he could not hold his head up, there were two bloody orbs where his eyes were supposed to be, fleas were literally sucking him dry and he had a horrible upper respiratory infection (cat pneumonia) the options; run him over or pick him up. The vet gave him an antibiotic and some eye drops and told me the bad news was he would likely live since he knew I would take good care of him. Dexter was a hit at the party and the dogs have died and gone to heaven they act as though one of their precious toys has come to life. His eyes are not right yet but he has gained weight and come to life, who wants a lovely kitten?
Hibiscus, althea (rose of sharon) and daylilies are in there prime right now. It amazes me how many varieties of each of these flowers are available with a wide spectrum of characteristics. Double blooms, more blooms, huge flowers and the aroma of some of the lilies especially the Asiatic ones blows my mind. With all the rain and heat flowers are bursting this year, color and fragrance abound it seems the colors are more vibrant even on the old standards.
A bright new paver patio and fresh landscaping are what Sara wished for her 40th birthday and we are pleased to be installing both. These photo's are in progress and show the area after the old concrete and green indoor/outdoor carpet (ugh!) have been torn out. Weed barrier (fabric) is the first step of paver installation after the are is leveled we use Dewitt Pro V which is super heavy. The old timbers will be cleaned and greenery will provide the charm and ambience Sara is looking for.
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