The project that I thought would only take two to three months is now on month eight. But I have learned a great deal and lost a few pounds in the process. Here are the pictures of further progress since the liner and stones have been placed. I am still waiting for additional stone to … Continue reading Progress on the Aquaponics Koi and Duck Pond
Happy Memorial Day!
It is not foolish and wrong to mourn the men and women who have died, but it is so much more important that we thank God that such men and women have lived.
The Power of Service on Healing the Soul
What a profound and moving video. I needed this today.
The Will of the Soul
Like the winds of the sea are the ways of fate; As the voyage along through life; 'Tis the will of the soul That decides its goal, And not the calm or the strife. -Ella Wheeler Wilcox
Liner and the Rocks
I never thought that building a pond would take so much time. But it has really been rewarding. My family came over and helped to place the liner. Rocks and gravel were delivered and now the challenge is placing the 300-400 lb rocks. Once the rock is placed, the liner can be trimmed. … Continue reading Liner and the Rocks
Trucks . . . Defined
Finally, a definition that is understandable. . .
Levels and Liners
Had some time last week. Took time to shore up the walls, smooth out the rough areas, and level the bottom. I pulled out the underlay material and my son and I lined the pond bottom in preparation for the rubber liner. Prepped the bottom drain to make it easy to attach the liner by … Continue reading Levels and Liners
Pond Persistence
I've been working on this pond now for the last four months. Little by little it is taking shape. I never realized it would take this long, but I have learned a great deal about pre-pond design, making walls, plumbing and filtration. I placed my bottom drain, swirl filter, skimmer and found a large water … Continue reading Pond Persistence
Pond Progress
The aquaponics Koi pond is progressing . . . slowly. I could get so much more done if people didn't get sick and have to be seen. Although, I'd be out of a job. I coaxed my son into helping me with the concrete. We placed and poured the concrete into the retaining wall. I … Continue reading Pond Progress
Sonoran Desert Decorations
I live in the Sonoran Desert. It's the only place in the world that gets hot enough to feed the chickens ice cubes for pre-boiled eggs. It is a true desert, and the summer time can be very hot (up to 120 degrees Fahrenheit). However, I find it to be a very beautiful place to live … Continue reading Sonoran Desert Decorations
The Doc, The Horse & The Sword 