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Warning: Not for the easily grossed out. Two plumbers ran a camera scope from the clean-out port in my basement out toward the main; both said I had a blockage. I refused to believe it.  After all, I’ve had no … Continue reading →

I got and accepted a surprise offer (friends of friends) on my house in late February, just before I put the finishing touches on the kitchen. I’ve not said anything publicly because I didn’t want to jinx things. I might … Continue reading →

Having now slept in my guest room for two nights (I pulled the mattress and box springs off my bed to avoid the possibility of damage from the deluge), I tender my sincere apologies to anyone who’s stayed therein. The … Continue reading →

I planned to go to the shop today to build my kitchen corner table/counter. I was looking forward to playing with the Festool Domino and a brand-spanking-new band saw blade (what can I say…I’m easily excited). The shop is 12 … Continue reading →

I was so very sure I’d found the right stools at the price point I was willing to pay. But it seems that right after I hit “submit” at World Market, Pottery Barn came out with a new style … … Continue reading →

I could start a shopping advice hotline for counter-height stools. I’m quite sure I’ve looked at every version commercially available in the United States, and quite a few from individual makers. I also considered making the stools myself (but because … Continue reading →

In 1997, my friends and I were finishing up the last of our master’s courses and beginning to study for our comp exams. Several of us had no time to spare for Thanksgiving travels. So I decided to squeeze seven … Continue reading →

I realized this evening that I already have the perfect island-height stool to tide me over until I find the right ones to buy – and it takes me back four decades. (I don’t want to make the kitchen stools … Continue reading →

The felines, they are still hissing, spitting and yowling at one another. It’s been five months. I’ve tried everything I, the Internet and my vet can think of. Except for one thing. Barring blood, it’s time let them fight it … Continue reading →