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Still Enjoy Working With My Old Man

8/12/2021

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Working on some sort of renovation/construction project is what my dad and I inevitably end up doing whenever we are together for any extended period of time. This summer has been no different.

​My father and I are both a little older and both a little slower, but the joy of working together remains (even during the disagreements and heated debates about measurements and angles).
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Michelle
8/13/2021 03:27:02

Would like to see a picture of the other side to see how you tied in the existing chimney to the new roof.
My dad passed away too soon; I would have loved to do all the projects I do now with him. I'm so glad you you cherish your time with your dad.

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Francis Berger
8/13/2021 22:36:14

@ Michelle - Not well. I've made many mistakes on this project. I should have extended the roof out a little further past the chimney. Still, what I do have will work, but it could have been done better in retrospect.

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jorgen b
8/13/2021 05:26:52

There was some random comment on some site my mom read and told me about recently. Something to the effect of someone saying "Nothing you say can ever hurt me. I used to hold the flashlight for my dad."

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Francis Berger
8/13/2021 22:36:57

@ jorgen - That's funny! Thanks.

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Magnus Stout
8/13/2021 21:06:04

Touching story. I've always loved construction, even though it's not my "day job" (I prefer electrical and plumbing over rough construction and finishing). But, my real question: have you discussed the vexx with your father? Many boomers in the states are pro-vexx. It's been a disappointing experience for me talking to that generation...

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Francis Berger
8/13/2021 22:39:06

@ Magnus - My dad nearly took it before flying to visit us here in Hungary. He was under the impression he needed it to fly. I informed him that wasn't the case. He decided to skip it and submit to testing instead. I don't think he is very keen on getting it now.

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