Yesterday was pretty raining but I snuck out between storms to do a little tree trimming. There were some old branches that overhung the patio needed to be removed before we installed the pergola. I tied a rope to each branch and used a sawzall to make the cut. Michelle held the rope and lowered the branch to the ground. See below for a before/after of the branches.
I saved the wood to chop up for firewood.
Later that day Michelle and I attended a presentation by the CEO of a group called Braver Angels. They are promoting healthy civic dialog. See below for a few slides from the presentation.
I'm interested in learning more about what they have in mind and will keep you posted if anything becomes of it.
