As an American, I protest! I know I can fake it till I make it.
:D
In Finland they have this saying "yankee smile" to mean a large disingenuous smile. Not sure if it is all true, but at least there is a grain in there.
She is photogenic - but she is also a ham. :)
The renovations are moving along well enough (although well past budget) and I think the final result will be decent considering the starting point.
You really need to take more pictures! You do it so well.
Thanks. It has been easier in good weather and being able to head into the garden for a bit to see what is going on.