It warmed up for a day or two last week, and I went and looked at Otter Brook to see if it was passable.  The road in was clear, but the paths were still all thick ice.  Maybe another week or so it will be good, or if I can find my creepers.

 

The water level was high, which isn't surprising during meltoff season.  

The icicles dangling down into the water were cool looking.  

Last Saturday was cold, but dry.  I did go up and take a look at the carport.  Nothing appears damaged.  Some of the pieces fell over, but I will get over it. 

I also went out and picked up a couple new tires for my trailer.  The rims are the right size, but the tires look like lawn mower tires to be honest.  They are one size taller, which is fine.  I need to do something with the trailer soon, and it will be nice to have tires that haven't been flat for two years for it.  

Sunday was snowy and icy, so I went and helped Anx.  He is adding overhead lights in his house, and since it is a real pain to get into his attic, he wanted someone there in case he kicked the ladder or anything.  So we marked the lights, and he was able to find the source wire and all that.

Yesterday was actually quite nice, so I fired up my grill for the first time this year.  The drip pan has rotted completely off, but it still cooks fine, so I will probably just put a dollar store pan under it or something.

Looking at this weekend, it might actually be nice.  I only have a few weekends left before I need to finish planning my trip though.  It is looking cold but clear for this weekend, so I need to get a few things finished before the trip.  I still need to take down the electric box off the tiny home, finish up the cart (I didn't grab pictures, but the sides are built, I just need to finish the box and put a top on it).  Clean off the futon since I piled everything on there when I had the roof leak.  Build the planter base since those will need to be planted when I get back. Drag down the Harbor Freight tent garage thingy, dig out the landscape fabric and stuff, and if I have time Heather asked me to make some whelping boxes. I have extra plywood kicking around for it.  Plus since I am taking the truck (and won't have the car camper) and will be working for a decent chunk of the trip, I have to actually plan the trip and where I am stopping and when.  Busy times ahead.