Hubby and I made some progress clearing up things for the continuation of the painting of our downstairs. Well, at least I did. Hubby spent more time working on sprucing up a European elk's antlers (my f-i-l's). In his defense, if it looks good enough, there is a slight chance it could fetch some good money. If it does, then I should stop complaining about his side projects, since they may help pay for the "continuation of the painting".

I hadn't talked to or seen my brother in ages. With my move only about two months away, I texted him. He got back to me by phone and ended up coming over to my house. It was a very nice visit. I was also happy to see that his health has much improved. He looks much better and less nervous about his heart condition. He was saying how many of his recent test results were good. I'm relieved! We discussed having a family picnic before the weather gets too cold. That will just be my siblings, husband, b-i-l, nephew and me. My dad will not be able to join us. I have also been repeating over and over, to my siblings, that they MUST visit me in Czech Republic. I think they'd very much enjoy the area I will live in. It's a bucolic environment, which both like. There is a large horse farm within walking-distance that allows horseback riding. That's something my sister has expressed interest in. She loves horses. Actually, how many people don't? My sister and nephews went to Czech Republic for my wedding about 22 years ago, but my brother couldn't since he was in a submarine. I don't think he's ever been to Europe. He's been to other continents, but only briefly as he used to come up in the submarine in various places. He is no longer in the navy, so really should see the world a bit more, and in a much different way.

Today was a pleasant enough day, but tomorrow we're back to being super busy.