Basement Remodel Ideas

For working with Bill Michels, architect (this is not HIS work...his is much better!).

Bedroom NE corner: With the stairway gone in the upper right, there is room for a decent bedroom, assuming I can re-located laundry, tub, and water softener to the left so it is near the other utilities. A disadvantage is that there is duct work running along window wall.

Bedroom/office NW corner: Re-located closet opening to make an optional bedroom, office, eating, or exercise room. Horizontally-running duct in center of room reduces the space.

Kitchenette: A kitchenette is shown. Bath: Stays existing location.

Flooring: I found a good bamboo flooring product from Cali Bamboo that is 3/8" thick and environmentally produced/manufactured: I could see that in all the areas except the lower right storage area and mechanical area.

Family Room: With the fireplace done, that space is an ideal area for recessed audio equipment with access in the main room. I drew shelve/cabinet units flanking existing doorway to the storage area.

Heating/AC: I still don't know about heating/AC; furthermore our existing unit is on its last leg. I am open to replacing it with a similar kind but sized for the addition or something else.

Alex Completed First Year of Diving

Thanks to a great coach, pictured with Rick. And friend Sam. The other parents and kids involved in the program made this a wonderful first sports season for Alex.

New Game

Thanks to B&G P!

FP Design

FP Idea

(By the way -- Bike Edina blog posts have moved to http://tcstreetsforpeople.org/node/494 )

Happy Birthday Karen

One day late! If this were a card, the cover would say:

Your birthday wish has come true...

Revised House Ideas

Traded space between LR and DR, kept existing fireplace stack. This is a variation from the September posting.

Fall Bike Bonanza with Barb

Lenny

Another art piece from my sister, Karen.

House Remodel Ideas

Based on discussion meeting with B. Michels, prepared by K. Johnson as concept draft.

Existing House Dimensions

House Design

Here are some rough diagrams of the current layout. Meeting with Bill M. today for some concepts.

Family Gathering

Surf's Up

Decked out for multi-modal transportation...

Me and Laurie

Here I am with my cousin. Why, it seems like just yesterday...(thanks, Laurie!)

Vinny's Head

Choice mug shot from my sister, Karen Kersten.

Alex Flower Fiesta

More photos taken today by Alex J. Johnson...

Hauling Mulch & Girl

More biking adventures, hauling mulch with my Surly Big Dummy and Bikes at Work trailer. Photos by Alex Johnson.

P.S. 6/24: I will post some of the "how-to" for the trailer and the development process with Bikes-at-Work Trailers in Iowa, which I really enjoyed working with. Gotcha, Dylster.



From Lisa Johnson, "A Poem for Kirk"

There once was a man named Kirk
Who was a cute bicycle jerk
Throughout the city he'd slog
And slap bike stuff on his blog
While promoting biking to work.

P.S. Hi, Teragram.

MS-150

Thank you, supporters! We raised $2.7 million for the event overall, with the Capella Cruisers teaming up with 50+ riders, several volunteers and pledges for the team exceeding $28,000. Some pics from below. Met new friends Andre S., Jorje G. (same bike!), and new co-workers. I also saw Ryan last year, a fellow rider that has MS. He was able to ride on the first day. Good job Ryan, I admire you.

Moppy was my mascot, donated from Patrick and Jessica. Demonstrating that scholarly research is part of the cure, she still evoked the lighter side of the ride. "Your girlfriend is hot," "Your helper is not pedaling," and "Oh my gosh I thought she was real!" were common comments...lots of smiles. It was worth the extra weight. And she never complained once.

The Capella Cruisers had fun tent in Hinkley and it was well-organized with a fun group of Capella workers and their friends/family. I hope next year will build off of our expanding success. Excellent work, riders & captains!



And more pics from A.A.

Bike Hauling Bike

More fun with hauling things...