Saturday, April 28, 2007


Finally decided to refinish our mantle that has been long overdue.


Sanded down.


Masked for painting.


Closer view of the prepared surface.

Primer coat


After the first coat, you can still see a lot of imperfections.


After two more coats!


Preparing to caulk the edges.

Ta-da!! The finished product.

Sunday, April 22, 2007


Lisa (my niece) just bought a house in our neighborhood. In fact, they're only a few blocks away!


Jen and Karen walking up to see Lisa and Greg's new house.


We had lunch at one of our favorite places - again - the Cheesecake Factory!


The gang on the bridge at the Grove.

Cute girl around the grounds...


Karen, Jen and my Mom.

Here I am between my niece (Lisa) and my sister (Lisa's Mom - Jean).


Michael and Lisa


Stoli, Lisa and Greg's dog, is sooo cute -- and smart too!

My Mom made these stuffed jalapeno peppers -- they were hot!

It's Chinese Memorial Day -- time to visit my Dad's gravesite.

My Mother showing how to pay proper respects.

Is my Mom laughing at Karen?