Giving our plant stand a coat of paint
By Judy Evans
@JudyEv (337353)
Rockingham, Australia
October 15, 2024 12:18am CST
Between us, we’ve given this plant stand a coat of a product which inhibits rusting.
My brother made it. Although he was totally blind so couldn’t do the welding or painting, he measured and cut all the pieces. He passed away in 2017. We didn’t get on particularly well but I’d like to keep this as long as possible.
Vince did most of the painting but it’s worn him out so he’s gone off for a nap. We’re hoping to get to the movies at the clubhouse tonight. They’re showing The Pursuit of Happiness. We haven’t seen it before but have been told it’s very good.
The photo shows the plant stand soon after it was made.
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20 responses
@JudyEv (337353)
• Rockingham, Australia
14h
Siblings are special, that's for sure. He and my sister were twins.
@arunima25 (87513)
• Bangalore, India
17h
That looks like a pretty decent plant stand. Your brother must have been talented with this skill. We did get our plant stands painted last year around the same time.
Pursuit of Happiness is a wonderful movie. We really loved it. I am sure that you are going to like it too. Have a good time 
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@JudyEv (337353)
• Rockingham, Australia
14h
I haven't heard anyone yet who didn't like the film. It's based on a true story and I almost always enjoy those.
@somewitch (833)
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14h
Your brother did a great job, sorry he passed away.
I hope you enjoyed the movie night.
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@JudyEv (337353)
• Rockingham, Australia
7h
@somewitch We're home again now and it was a very good movie. VERY good.
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@somewitch (833)
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13h
@JudyEv 
Oh, this post was fresher than I thought.
Sounds like this is going to be a very good movie too.
Oh, this post was fresher than I thought.
Sounds like this is going to be a very good movie too. 1 person likes this
@snowy22315 (178700)
• United States
9h
It is always nice to have something like that as a rememberance of someone
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@allknowing (133891)
• India
Just now
You are becoming like @Eva James these days - always busy (lol)
@jobelbojel (35132)
• Philippines
9h
That's a beautiful remembrance from your brother.
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@FourWalls (66639)
• United States
7h
That’s cool. I understand the need to keep it. Vince probably gets tired more easily than usual after all he’s been through this year. 
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@JudyEv (337353)
• Rockingham, Australia
7h
He was very clever with his hands and used to restore old farm tractors and machinery.
@JudyEv (337353)
• Rockingham, Australia
7h
The movie was very good thanks. Quite heart-wrenching in parts.
@LindaOHio (174417)
• United States
15h
I'm sorry to hear about your brother. That's a lovely plant stand; and I can understand why you'd want to keep it. The Pursuit of Happyness is a very good movie. I've seen it several times. Have a good day.
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@JudyEv (337353)
• Rockingham, Australia
14h
We got it painted and tomorrow I'll put some plants back on it. I need to repot some so that will be tomorrow's job.
@pitsipeahie (5011)
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13h
That’s a special plant stand! It’s great that you’re keeping it in good shape and preserving those memories of your brother. Hope you enjoy the movie later! I don't think I've watched The Pursuit of Happyness either. Do tell us if you like it.
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@JudyEv (337353)
• Rockingham, Australia
7h
We enjoyed the movie very much. It was based on a true story and was very convincing.
@abhi_bangal (4895)
• Ahmednagar, India
5h
The plant stand looks great. It definitely does. Two people have put their efforts in it. Both so close to you, it has to look good, isn't it?
It looks like a finished product. Worth keeping up for sale. But I think you should keep it as long as you can. After all, there are memories of your brother attached to it. And I liked your decision of keeping it.
@RebeccasFarm (89226)
• Arvada, Colorado
5h
Oh that is a nice plant stand Judy.
Nice you'll go see that movie. Have fun.
I have a plant stand a brass one with no plants.
Have fun.
I have a plant stand a brass one with no plants.
@RasmaSandra (78730)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
2h
That is a very nice plant stand, I hope you enjoy the movie,
@Marilynda1225 (82330)
• United States
6h
I like your plant stand and that it has special memories of your brother.
Enjoy your movie night.
