Windows

We got a few new windows this weekend! I am thrilled! Just what I always wanted! Rob Brought three windows home on friday and installed one in Joels room. It is much warmer in there now. I helped Robin with our bedroom window. I was on the inside and attempted to help with prying the old frame out but mostly handed him tools. When we lifted the window in the first time to see how it fit Robin said, "uh oh!" but I couldn't tell what the problem was until Robin started laughing, "it's a foot short!"
We thought we'd measured the windows enough times to know how big they all were. Oh well, Robin fixed it. I will fill the edges of the patch and paint it this week. We will do the kitchen window on Friday when Robin is home from Denver.

Turtles

I took pictures of the turtles today. They have come a long way from being the size of a 50 cent piece. They need a new home. That is why I was taking a picture. in hopes that their cuddly faces will entice a new guardian to step forward. I can't remember to feed them. Luckily I read online tonight that mature turtles only need fed every other day. Unfortunately however they need warm temperatures. 75 degree water, 80 degree air and a basking area with UV rays (apparently they don't sunburn) and the temperature there should be a toasty 90 degrees. How was I to know! I inherited these two terrapins! inherited from my own children who have grown to manhood and gone off to seek their fortunes in places other than the pacific northwest where they can enjoy UV rays of their own everyday. If I can't find a home for these reptiles who have lifespans of 50 to 100 years they may become coveted family heirlooms passed from generation to generation. Right now they are being passed the wrong way- I don't want to have them when I am 100 years old!