Ande, Bastian, and Dad

So here is the oven so far.  The bottles are for insulation.  The hearth with go on top of this insulated layer and then the dome.

Just to make B a little jealous, this is a picture of her cake and a poster that Alli made for her birthday.  We understand how school can be tough, so hopefully we'll see you soon B.  

This is Bastian and Ella playing an ABC game.  Lifesaver!

Well, I have to say that despite the loss that Brian, Scottee, and the rest of the family has felt over the past few days, spirits are still high and we are so happy that Adam and Anya were able to make it out this weekend.   Last night we laughed for about three straight hours playing Quelf with both sides of the family.  Then this morning we went for a wet hike up to the top of the mountain and afterwards discussed the possiblity of putting Bessy, Adam's dog, down.  She has bitten a couple of us since she's been here.  I can understand why she would want to bite me, but she took a bite out of Geenie's knee which seems odd because she is so gentle and loves animals.  I think she's just feeling out of her element and unsure about all these new people.