What a fantastic week this has been. It got cool and cloudy this week, but then for the weekend the sun came out and it warmed up into the 70's. One benefit was Andy finally got to have a fire in the wood stove. Gail, as difficult as it was, had to admit the wood stove actually was a great thing to have. She was not excited about it when we first moved in, but had so admit she enjoyed sitting in front of it in the rocking chair all toasty and warm. Andy was excited to spend Saturday morning getting and stacking wood for us to use in the wood stove. Our garage now has a good supply for us to use through the summer.

Gail and Andy had busy weeks. Andy has gotten himself involved in a cause to ban the sale of synthetic cannibinoids in the community. He participated in several presentations to various city councils considering a ban of the substance. He was mentioned in an article in our daily newspaper the Elko Daily Free Press. The cause continues this week as the group attempts to get out county to institute a ban.

Gail has remained busy with the production of the "Forgotten Carols." She is the music director and has rehearsals twice a week. She continues with her voice lessons and maintains her ever busy schedule.

Matthew went on his first scouting overnight camp out Friday evening and when he returned reported he had a great time. Nikolas was left at home with Andy Friday night and they enjoyed a good time together.

Saturday was a great day. Gail's sister and brother in law came for a visit. We had a nice time and benefited from the handyman skills of Gail's brother in law. Our front door is now fixed and we can no longer see the outside through the bottom of the door.

We hope you all have had a great week.