“Experience teaches you how to do things you never want to do again.” ~Zelda Fitzgerald American novelist, painter, playwright, and socialite Zelda Fitzgerald was born on this day in 1900.
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Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 145
Earlier this week, we met with Mr. Sub-Contractor to discuss stairs, windows, siding, decks, and the basement door. Our original idea was to have a wrap-around deck, but with the cost of materials right now, that won’t happen. We opted for a 10 x 10 platform leading into the dining room on the main level, … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 145
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“Until we are all free, we are none of us free.” ~Emma Lazarus American author and activist for Emma Lazarus was born on this day in 1849.
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“Few things are as bad as a guilty conscience.” ~Buchi Emecheta Nigerian-born novelist Buchi Emecheta was born on this day in 1944.
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Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 144
Our new house is finally in place. That does not mean it went off without a hitch, however. We had plenty of excitement on house-moving day. (C) 2023, JJ ShaunOur house on the foundation. The day started with clear(ish) skies and mild temperatures. The set crew and crane arrived right on time. They got the … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 144
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“We can only learn to love by loving.” ~Iris Murdoch Irish and British novelist and philosopher Iris Murdoch was born on this day in 1919.
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