Will the painters ever show up? That is the question. He was supposed to come yesterday but didn't. Today I texted him inquiring about the schedule. He called and said, "Oh, this weather is killing me." I am thinking, well, that's odd. It is 70 …
2015: The Summer of Exterior Renovations
We did a lot of exterior renovations on the house this summer. Our plan was extensive including replacing all exterior rot, replacing a few broken gutters and downspouts, as well as re-grading the back yard with new hardscaping. As often is the case, …
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Factory tour of Gardner Mattress
Ever wonder how a mattress is built? Well, I've seen upholstery built, but never a mattress, so I was excited to get an invitation to Gardner Mattress. They make their own, high quality, hand-crafted mattress in Salem, Mass. They make custom …
Burying the Power Line: with apologies to MP
This is an allegedly true story. My electrician calls Watertown Department of Public Works to get permission to bury the power lines to the house, and the woman on the other end doesn't want the lines buried, telling him they won't cut the …
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