Dear Alessa,

That was a good story. Thank you. I do not like to give the meaning of the stories. Rather more like to just enjoy it. If it makes one laugh or scratch one’s head then good. Its deeper meaning will show itself when one is ready. Which I really think it takes time and effort. Sometimes my practice is very good and sometimes it is not. But, I am always open to learn more.

Oh, have you made any cat sculptures? Lately, I have replaced a few water valves that go under a sink. Then replaced a thermostat cause the old one wouldn’t turn on the furnace. Later, a person asked if I could make their staircase quieter. I like fixing things because I learn how they work first then try to fix it. Don’t always fix it but I try. Oh, cars is a big one for me. Learned a lot from YouTube videos.

Nite. Hope you are staying warm during this winter.

I have got a new hot water heater to install but waiting on my wife to give me the okay. She is afraid I might mess up. But, I have done this before for a friend’s rental property. Simple shut gas off and drain water heater. Cut the pipes and remove old heater. Put new heater in place and make connections. Plan on using valves with compression fittings so no soldering needed. Well only one solder fitting needed because of the way the pipes are routed. Still too cold out to do oil changes.
Happy Chinese New Year. Year of the horse. I really want to do some travels this year. Maybe a cruise?? See what the wife says??