The pond is rebuilt. We picked up 700lbs of rock from The Stone Center and rebuilt the grass side (see below). Kevin dug the pond out another 4-6 inches and we used that dirt to fill the wall. I finished up the landscaping by transplanting some hostas and re-mulching. Four fish survived the rebuild by living in temporary housing - and now are exploring the new caves of their new home. I have not spotted them since they are home.
The Citizenship Oath was today at the Indiana Southern District Federal Court House in downtown Indianapolis. There were 53 new citizens who took the oath today. The court was presided over by Judge Kelvin. The ceremony lasted about 45 minutes. We were sworn in by Judge Kelvin and had to agree "I do" to the pledge recited. Our names were read out and we received the Certificate of Naturalization. There were a couple of speakers offering congratulations to us as new citizens - representatives from Senator(IN.) Richard Lugar's office, and other government agencies. The judge said some nice words about being "American" and that the melting pot of America continues to blend.
Joel and Sarah and Russ and Kevin were there for the ceremony. My friend Carol Hoppe also came.
