Sometimes you just have to put things in different places and try them out. This outdoor loveseat went from the backyard, to the front porch (in a few places) until it landed on the back
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After painting the doors in this house, it seemed to have brought more attention to the hinges. They were rusty and gross before, but with fresh white paint, they are more noticeable now. Instead of
Continue ReadingAre You A True Neighbor?
I have been very blessed for decades with amazing neighbors. I'm not sure how I get so lucky but I have lived in several states and I have had amazing neighbors in every one. When
Continue ReadingIs It Hard For You To Say A Room Is Done?
Just like your style in clothes, I think our taste is ever changing. I heard this once, If I gave you $10,000 to go out and buy a new wardrobe, you’d be thrilled right? But
Continue ReadingEntanglement
While trying to pick up the hose to water the yard, I stared at this for far too long, wondering why I could not find the end. I think this is a true entanglement and
Continue ReadingShelf Update:
I'm still not trusting these shelves hanging on the wall. I built them, with help. I hung them, with help. They should be holding but I have nightmares about them falling off the wall, taking
Continue ReadingSam’s For The Win
You know you are a homeowner when you get excited over obscure things, like landscape fabric. When I tried to make some improvements to the landscaping before, I ran to Ace hardware and got the
Continue ReadingRestore your soul and body: outside edition.
Do you have a favorite place to sit and ponder life? Warren Buffet said "Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago." I have several places in
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I got this house because it was unapproachable, not welcoming or inviting. I approached it anyway because I needed a home. Sometimes you have to do the things that scare you, like knocking on a
Continue ReadingFixed it Friday
Fixed it Friday: I LOVE THE RED!!!! Thanks for all the feedback. It was red by a landslide. It looks so much better that my Memorial Day color fiasco. It finally looks finished. I know
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