Happy Birthday David!

Today we celebrate my brother on his birthday. Wish I could be there bro!

Coffee Table update 4

I finally got around to getting the concrete table top out of it's mold. No nasty surprises and the surface was smooth and without any major air bubbles. I waxed it with beeswax which turned out to give it pretty much just the effect I wanted: sealing the surface without removing that concrete look. It fit real snug in the oak frame, and since it's only about 2-3 cm it's not too heavy. So far the legs seem to support it well. Thanks to Ola and Dan for sharing some ideas on what to put on the concrete to seal it!

Coffe Table Update 3

I finished building the mold yesterday and I poured the concrete today. There is a metal mesh inside the concrete that was supported by nails in the side walls. It will probably take a few days for the table top to dry. I'm looking into getting a sealer for the surface. They have some fancy stuff here but I'm not sure why I could not just pick some up at any old store.

Coffe Table Update 2

I finally got around to continuing my table project. The wooden frame is pretty much done. It's made of oak and I've put an espresso stain on it. I might put on another coat of stain just get it even darker. The frame is built without any nails or screws, just glue and dowels. The next step will be to pour the concrete for the table top. I've built the mold for that and will try to get it done tomorrow. More photos coming.

Back from Southborough, MA

Monday morning and back in the office. We had a good trip to Southborough, visiting Ben, Nicki, Abbi and Elli. Last time we were there Abbi was just taking her first step, this time they were both running.

We went in to Boston one day, otherwise most of the time was spent in Southborough. I like Boston, you can walk around, there are lots of great used book stores, what more can you ask for?

I made some progress on the table this weekend, photos coming soon.

Coffe Table Interrupted

The progress has been interrupted by illness. *Cough Cough*

Coffee Table Episod 1

In the words of The Hold Steady I've decided to Build Something This Summer. And starting a bit early just gives me a needed head start. To the right you can see episode 1 in "The Coffee Table Project", and hopefully it will actually turn into a table in the end. I'll keep you updated on the progress.

Dentistry

So next week I'm having two of my wisdom teeth pulled out. This past Wednesday I went to Dr Slaughter's (!) and had a consultation. Before I got to see the doctor they made me watch a video with basically everything that could go wrong. One of the least desirable side effects is to lose my sense of feeling in the the lower lip and chin. So anyway next Thursday is the day and they will knock me out for the surgery. I've never had that done before so it will be a new experience.

Now we're off to do some wine tasting.

Later!

NIN vs Cash

The NIN version or Johnny Cash? Not quite sure which one I like the best. In either case, it's a good song.