The lost is found

[Mattern]

For those who missed me, allow me to explain. I started a stone job late last fall and just finished up yesterday the 12^th. I have been a professional Landscaper for well over 30 years. The last 15 years I have been doing Cobble stone paths, walks and patios. Stone work is very hard and tiering. At the end of the day I’m in pain and exhausted. I cook supper for Nathan and myself and just veg. out. This is my last bid Cobble stone job I’m doing. I love the work and make a lot of money doing it, but I’m getting too old. As I know I’m the only person in a large area that does this kind of work and I’m always in demand. I know I should have at least checked in with you all but I didn’t. Sorry if I caused any concern. Here are some Picts of the work I do. Kim

[Josie]

Nice work Kim

[Mattern]

Thanks again Josie. My work is an art. I make stone mosaics. Everyone loves it. I only wish I would started doing this when I was younger, I could have started a good and very profitable business.

[willjo]

Amazing work Kim, Nice that you are back

[Mattern]

Good to be back willjo I missed you guys and gals!

[gregszybala]

Beautiful!

[Mattern]

Thanks Greg, I'm glad you appreciate my work

[Ron Kelley]

WOW Kim, That is beautiful stone work. Good to have you back Friend.

[Mattern]

Thanks for appreciating my work Ron. I take much pride in it.

[Flint Eastwood]

Fine work indeed.
I did a ton of stone work around my house last summer...driveway, landscaping, patio, retaining wall, along the house. I can relate to that tired feeling.
I do have one question...what do you put below and between the cobble stone?
Congrats on retirement!
Flint Eastwood

[Mattern]

So Flint I use What's called Screenings, It's also known as grit and cracker dust. You can get it at any stone quarry for a few dollars a ton. Just sweep it in and water it down. the water will carry it down in between the rocks. You may have to repeat this again in a few years. After that your good to go for years without repeating.

[Tam]

Only thing I have done is pick up iron ore on the side of the road and piece it together for flood areas lol

[beatup1354]

You do so mighty fine work

[Mattern]

Thanks beatup, I missed you.

[redrocks]

That s a skill Kim.... nice work!

[Mattern]

I'm glad you like it red.

[Trev]

Nice work. Glad you are back. Sure do enjoy your posts.

[Mattern]

Thanks Trev, I'm glad I have the free time again.

[Rio Del Norte]

Nothing more impressive than fine stone work...just wonderful.

[Mattern]

Thanks for your like Reo.

[Tam]

Just beautiful Kim . You made some folks mighty happy for decades to come with your work .

[Mattern]

I'm glad you like my work Tam, Thanks.

[Narrow Way Knapper]

I only did one flag stone patio when I was in highschool and that was enough for me. LOL! Nice work Kim!

[Mattern]

Nice to hear from you Calab, thanks for the like.

[antmike915]

Nice work Kim, definitely can tell you're great at it and have passion for it. Good to have you back.

[Mattern]

Good to be back Ant. Yes it is a passion thanks.

[Lindenmeier-Man]

Hard work for sure but a lasting path, very nice !

[Mattern]

Thanks JJ I have work like this I did 25 years ago and haven't ever been back for adjustments. My works lasts for decades, Kind of like the Romans.

[SDhunter]

Beautiful work Kim. I’ve made a couple of paths for my mom. That was many years ago too, and I think I am still a little sore. lol.

[Mattern]

I hear you SD, I've been sore for decades LOL.