05/30/2026
Sometimes a floor is more than just a floor.
Last fall, while installing Middle Tennessee Lumber oak flooring for a wonderful family, my father noticed a board sitting in the middle of the room that immediately caught his eye. The grain pattern at the end of the board formed what looked like a perfect heart.
Just a week before, we had learned that the family had lost their amazing daughter, PK, to a rare form of cancer the year before. As we worked our way through the house, we knew exactly where that board belonged.
Without saying anything, we installed the heart-shaped board directly in front of PK's bedroom door.
When we showed the homeowners, the husband quietly reached down, touched the heart with his hand, and thanked us for that small detail. Later, when his wife saw it, she was overwhelmed. She shared that she had collected heart-shaped rocks since their daughter became and angel and couldn't believe what had appeared naturally in the wood.
Moments like that remind us that sometimes the smallest details can mean the most.
We were honored to recently see this story featured in Wood Floor Business Magazine on page 11 of the attached link, but more importantly, we're grateful to have met such an incredible family.
In honor of PK, the family created the PK Prayers Foundation, which continues to spread hope, faith, and support to others facing difficult battles. We encourage everyone to take a moment to learn about their mission and the amazing work they're doing in PK's memory.
Some jobs stay with you long after the last board is installed. This is one of them. ❤️
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