In my mind, I am an expert compartmentalizer. I believe the compartments need constant improvement and modification. I suppose the fact that my compartments are always in need of improvement could prove that I am actually not very good at it. Either way, it's my...
Not Work
This section contains stories – fact and fiction – regarding the “not work” part of my life. It’s purposely more broad as I seek to have fewer categories in life. Not fewer interests, goals, dreams, or people, just fewer labels.
Corona Confusion
The world is in a tough way right now. As real as COVID-19 is I have been having a tough time understanding the severity of the situation. I have not seen a number yet that helps me make sense of the reactions. Closing schools, businesses and ordering people to stay at home. The experts say this is not comparable to the flu/ I agree but for very different reasons.
Disgustingly Adorable
There aren't that many days where Lisa doesn't stop me from doing what I am doing to look at one of the dogs because they are being so adorable. As one who likes his share of attention it's been difficult coming to terms with the fact that I cannot compete when I am...
Now that’s a wall!
If you have read any of the previous postings you'll know the fireplace wall has been a high priority. It's as done as it's going to get, for now. Well, we'll want some stuff for the shelves but the construction and the fretting over paint colors is done for now. I...
Light at the end of the tunnel
We're nearing the finish line on our new home. In fact, we've moved in but there are still many outstanding items to be completed. Here is a look at the exterior of our house. The trim needs to be painted and you might notice a complete lack of landscaping and......
Fireplace Wall – Continued
One thing you learn about the building process is that some things have to happen in specific order. In fact, most decisions should also happen in order. We have been fretting over paint colors in the great room. What makes it tough is until everything comes together...
A Growler in the House
When you look at the pictures below it's tough to see that this guy has a bit of a grumpy streak. The primary issue is our last dog, Simba, would eat up any attention we'd give him. This guy, Spencer, gets a little intimidated or overwhelmed when we get too close. He...
It’s The Little Things
An interesting thing has been occurring for me over the last several months, especially related to building this house. Here's an example, the fireplace wall originally started out the way it is now but over the course of a few months we worked through several...
The Fireplace Wall
This the fireplace wall. It has caused a few arguments and a few anxious moments. Why is it so difficult? There's a lot going on here. First, this is our biggest modification, other than square footage, to the model we started with. Fireplaces have their challenges,...
A Hairy Situation
As mentioned in an earlier story we recently went to Cincinnati to get a new 3 year old Golden Doodle. We named him Spencer. He has more Poodle in him than Retriever so his coat is like a bad home perm. We thought we'd let it grow out to see if, when longer, it would...