I’m not a fan of people who whine. You know who they are. (No, it’s not you gentle reader. My readers don’t whine unless it is medically necessary!) Well, here I am with another interesting contractor story. For (suffering) long-term … Continue reading
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Random 5 for July 15 – Insects, noise, road construction, music, reunions
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An invasion – I knew it was coming. When the fruit comes in season so do the fruit flies. At first it was a few “scouts” looking at the property. They were reviewing it for the fruit fly version of … Continue reading
It has started!
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Every year there is a lot of road work that goes on around here. Every year I get so frustrated that I write at least one post about it. Today is that day. This year the roads between me and … Continue reading
Random five for August 10
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We are family – This weekend is our family reunion. It’s always great to see the extended family but there is usually some announcement that comes out. Sometimes it’s good news like a new baby. Sometimes not so good … Continue reading
The last one ever!
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We are project people. We built a new house nine years ago but periodically we rip something up. Some people golf and some people go on RV trips. We rip up the house. So far we have been pleased with … Continue reading
Job Skills USA Competition
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Every year our local skill vocational and trade schools hold a Job Skills USA competition. Students present a skill they have learned in their classes. I judge the competition every chance I get because it’s a learning opportunity for me. The … Continue reading