This past week saw more progress on the basement level. The downstairs level saw progress as they put in the slider and added treads to the stairs. However, we need to return three of the windows for manufacturing defects. (C) 2023, JJ ShaunAdding treads to the stairs. (C) 2023, JJ ShaunDownstairs sliding glass door. Most … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 152
“I shall not change my course because those who assume to be better than I desire it.” ~Victoria Woodhull American suffragist, politician, feminist, and writer Victoria Woodhull was born on this day in 1838.
“Nothing happens, and nothing happens, and then everything happens.” ~Fay Weldon English author, essayist, and playwright Fay Weldon was born on this day in 1931.
“Self-confidence is the most important thing, and this comes from identifying your goals, knowing your limits and roping in all the help you can get.” ~Shirley Conran British novelist and journalist Shirley Conran was born on this day in 1932.
“He who angers you conquers you.” ~Elizabeth Kenny Self-trained Australian bush nurse Elizabeth Kenny was born on this day in 1880.
“And scandal has a way of catching up with those who disregard its power.” ~Rachel Field American novelist, poet, and children's fiction writer Rachel Field was born on this day in 1894.
“Ideas aren’t magical; the only tricky part is holding on to one long enough to get it written down.” ~Lynn Abbey American fantasy author Lynn Abbey was born on this day in 1948.
We have visible progress on the house. (C) 2023, JJ ShaunThe basement, with the new siding and windows. (C) 2023, JJ ShaunThe lower windows and siding. Of course, First Reader and I thought more could have been done, considering what the crews accomplished in one day. (C) 2023, JJ ShaunLooking down the unfinished staircase. (C) … Continue reading Rebuilding the Dream, Pt 151
“Standing still is the fastest way of moving backwards in a rapidly changing world.” ~Lauren Bacall American actress Lauren Bacall was born on this day in 1924.
“A passion for politics stems usually from an insatiable need, either for power, or for friendship and adulation, or a combination of both.” ~Fawn M. Brodie American biographer Fawn M. Brodie was born on this day in 1915.
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