My one son Jarom and I worked on removing a rock facade surrounding the fireplace. James and Robert worked at removing some old interior walls and started framing a side wall. Jacob and Ethan my grandsons worked on removing some old shelving.
Removing the rock facade was a dusty and dirty process. We had a power chisel which was a great help. Jarom started on the wall and I started hauling the removed rock out to James' pickup. After awhile Jarom got tired holding the chisel chest high so we traded places and continued to work, relieving each other on the rock project.
After about four hours, nearly 2:00 PM, we broke for lunch and as I sat down I started to remember muscles I had forgotten about. I sat feeling a little weary from the hard physical work but basked in the thought of the enjoyment that comes when you work with sons and grandsons to accomplish a task.
The lunch was very good. It would have been good by it's self but was more tasty because of the hard work that was shared.
We returned to work for another hour before we had to leave to go our separate ways. The job of removing the rock facade and mortar was completed, with all the rock hauled to James' truck. The shelving and walls were removed and James and Robert framed the outside wall to the fireplace.
It was a beautiful day. A memory to cherish. I woke up this morning stiff and sore but relishing the memory of working with my sons and grandsons.
When I was younger, I didn't enjoy that kind of work day as I did yesterday. I am relatively sure my grandsons would have enjoyed playing or hanging out together in a different setting more. I, however thought it was a beautiful day.
I hope you can find opportunities to build memories with your family and have a beautiful day. Custom Leathercraft 125M Handyman Flex Grip Work Gloves, Medium
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