Corgi Assistants

News isn't always dramatic, but it does reflect our on-going life here in Puna.  Just before Phil's trip back to Michigan for his mom's memorial service in Charlotte, Michigan, we took delivery of supplies to build a 2-car carport.  We drove around looking at lots of examples in our area -- most with traditional peaked roofs. 

When we talked with our creative contractor, however, our question was how can we get some additional USABLE square footage out of this; can we built a (an almost) flat roof?  YES he said.  So the carport will be attached to the balcony of the ohana, and will add 400 sq feet of usable space.  That will be plenty of room for a huge umbrella, and outside furniture -- and it will also provide a panoramic view of the beautiful ohia forest.

Here's Phil with REBA and little POKO (with tails) and DEXTER -- getting pats from "dad."