Shooting Class

My neighbor and I had never shot before, so we figured that since we lived in the UP we should probably give it a try. Oddly enough, Naomi has shot before, so she didn't join us. The instructor was really good, and after the classroom part which happened to take place in a church, we ended up way out in the boonies at this gun range which was really just someone's house. Very outspoken MAGA guy. Signs saying "your on camera's" and so forth. My highly educated neighbor, with both parents from India, was rather concerned about the reception he might receive.

In the end, we both had a great connection with the guy who was very welcoming and (after he unloaded a few conspiracy theories) talked about the different countries he had lived in and how he was one of the few remaining gunsmiths. Interesting to get to see his workshop and learn about his work. Quite the craftsman. Retired from the iron mine but working harder than ever as the demand is tremendous. The range itself was fun and we both enjoyed the cultural experience.

Naomi had a particularly rough week with some trouble at work and a rather shocking election result. The girls felt upset and disappointed too. I think it will just accelerate the inevitable outcomes of climate change and hopefully wake some people up and motivate them to focus more on their local communities instead of Washington. 

Made some good progress on the basement remodel and chopped up more firewood. Have barely needed to use the furnace so far this year. Working on the electrical stuff and framed out the new kitchen cabinet. Ordered a couple chest freezers as well - turns out two half size versions are the same price as one full size freezer, so we went for two smaller ones as that gives us more flexibility and options. Just one of many unexpected things that popped up this week. 

Naomi and the girls made some great pizza!

Long way up.

Makes me a little bit nervous to work up there.