Across Naneum Road-neighbors arranged for two contractors to visit the old homestead to get estimates for removal of the ceilings treated with textured (popcorn) paint containing asbestos. Such coverings were popular from the 1950s to the 1980s. They have a distinctive look, easy application, sound dampening, and conceal imperfections. What’s not to like?
Asbestos used in buildings causes health issues if breathed during remodeling, damage, or fire. During the 1940s – 1950s period, the mineral was used in house siding, pipe insulation, and floor coverings.
With Dale and Cathy helping out relatives 100 miles away, I met the two technicians on different days. I had the first come over to my place, take two scrapings, and send them for analysis. After a cost of $232.85, I have an official report that my ceilings are asbestos free.
I do have “sparkles” or glitter and have no idea what that shiny stuff is.
Tuesday evening, I went to a CWU geography-sponsored presentation about management of the LT Murray Wildlife Area. I’ve ridden a horse or hiked over a lot of the land and helped plant sagebrush (plugs) on a burned area.
Wednesday, I took cat Tzar to the vet at Quincy for a 3-year rabies vaccination. Essentially, WA State animals, except for bats, do not have rabies and the State intends to keep it that way. In 2024, 255 bats from 13 counties (there are 39) were tested with 15 positives. In my county, Kittitas, none were collected. The veterinary office confirmed this lack, although that county, Grant, did have a few tested. My appointment was at 10:40 and expected to be short, so I took the makings of sandwiches and went to the winery folks for lunch and a glass of sparkly wine.
I went to COSTCO of Friday and met Suzy and Bob for lunch. I always have the $1.50 hot dog and Coke. I only needed a ¼ tank of gas, so I didn’t save much, but I did fill up. I had the idea that I would go next week with an emptier tank, but they wanted to shop on Friday. Oh well. And I forgot to take my cash-rewards check (good through the end of the year). Next time!
After a relatively warm January, February is being relatively cool. Some weather models predict heavy snow later this week. Emphasis on the “expected”. A ski resort 50 miles west of here got 2″ yesterday and 3″ by 1:30 pm today. If two to three inches per day comes the ski season will be a success and the valley irrigators will be happy in July and August.
Keeping Track
on the Naneum Fan
John