Jul 29, 2011

The concrete has been stained!

The name "stained concrete" can give off the wrong impression on how the whole process works. You are not actually staining your concrete, but using a mixture of acid and other materials to cause a chemical reaction that changes the composition (and color) of the concrete. 




Jul 21, 2011

Hobart - Bye Bye Cabinets

Moving right along, the kitchen cabinets have been removed!

Jul 18, 2011

Habob

We got hit by another Habob this week and I got a picture!

And the construction at Hobart begins...

Day one of the remodel! We stopped in this evening to see how it was coming along, all the flooring on the main floor are gone! Tile and carpet piled in the dumpster out front.


Jul 14, 2011

RIP Dana

Name – Dana Matney / Our Hamster (male hamster)
Age – 3 or 4 years old…who keeps track
Residence – The office, in our house
Place of death – See above
Time of death – Last couple days…but she/ he had a full bowl of food and water
Cause of death – Little Dana was old…just plane old.

Our little Dana comes from a foggy background, her/ his heritage is uncertain, but somehow ended up for sale at Animal Kingdom (Superstition Springs Mall location) during Claire’s tenure at the store. Dana passed away, while asleep in her favorite spot…the upper balcony of her multi-level condo. She is survived by her human family, Claire and Tyler, and her other siblings, Bentley, Topo, Tinker, Lily and Tommy…and the clown fish. Dana enjoyed the finer things in life; seeds, grains, fresh water…a nice walk on her wheel. When Dana was feeling adventurous she would go for a stroll in her clear ball…and run into Bentley (who could have eaten her with out even chewing). She/he laughed in the face of danger.

Dana will be sorely missed, and her memory will live on as a funny little blonde hamster with a girl’s name…and a definable set of nuts (which we didn’t notice at first).

Jul 9, 2011

Paddle for Pints Trip

Tyler and I bought a Groupon for Paddle for Pints! It was a great trip with a few of Claire Co-workers from LifeLock (Brandon, Laura, Michele, Phil). Definitely worth doing again, so we will be keeping this in mind for any out of town visitors!

Combine a Verde River kayak trip with a cold frosty brew for a Fun & Adventurous Verde Valley Experience

There will be just enough excitement on the river to make it fun, but you don’t need to be an experienced kayaker. Our inflatable Ducky Kayaks are wide and stable and perfect for beginners.
After your Verde River adventure you can take a leisurely cruise (in your own vehicle) to the Rendezvous restaurant and beer and wine bar in Old Town Cottonwood. The Rendezvous features an eclectic, delicious menu and is located at the “Gateway to Old Town Cottonwood” the newest, hippest scene in the area. The setting is intimate, social and casual with over 20 micro brews and 25 wines from Arizona and around the world. It is the perfect way to end an epic river day in the high desert, in the beauty of the lush Verde Valley with a place to relax, socialize and enjoy a frosty brew.

Essential Tour Information:
Tour Time:
Approximately 3 hours from start to finish.
• 9:00 – Trip Launches for fun and sporty sections of the Verde River, such as Treasure Island, Clear Creek Rapid, Rocky Drop, Tunnel of Love and more!
• 11:00 to 11:30 – Verde River Trip takes out at Beasley Flats. (Time depends on season and water flow conditions). Snacks & water provided. Now in the comfort of your own vehicle you can leisurely make your way to the Rendezvous for great beer, wine and food!
• 12:00 to 12:30 Arrive at the Rendezvous at the “Gateway to Old Town Cottonwood” for a well deserved frosty pint, chilled glass of wine and lunch.

http://www.sedonaadventuretours.com/river-trips/paddle-to-pints-adventure/

Jul 8, 2011

New pool!

New POOL! Due to our loan type, the pool had to be filled and working, so we were lucky enough that the bank re-plastered the pool as well as all new pool equipment! Cant wait to to go swimming!