2012 at the Hammond Barn

[RHClarke]

Another hot day at the barn. Bob finished up some of his flower boxes and then took the tractor for a ride. Grant did some metal work on is truck's nose, and just for fun, he decided to take out some aggression on a defenceless CMP tire. I decided that the weeds around the shelters and the wagon lines needed taming.

The recent good weather saw the dandelions go nuts. Fields of yellow could be seen around the barn. It was fun knocking them down, but I think a few escaped. While clearing the weeds, I leaned against my 45HUP shelter and was surprised that the side panel of the shelter gave way with little resistance. It had to be replaced. So, a center section of modular tent was laced to the horizontal bars to form a new wall. I think we use this tentage for everything except for the use for which it was designed.

The high humidity and temperature spelled an early finish for me, and I left the boys back at the barn to their tasks. Ottawa temperatures are never "normal". Too cold in the winter, and too damned hot in the summer (and we are not even there yet!!!). At least you don't have to shovel sunshine.

Photos
1 -Grant attacking a tire (making engine mount gaskets)
2 -Bob screwing around
3 -Le Artiste admiring his handiwork
4 - New wall for the 45 HUP shelter