Archive for February, 2004
The Use of a Hoe
Over the years I’ve learned to keep half an eye watching for something unusual in the farm yard. I can’t keep track of everything, but in perhaps a subconscious way I scan the farm yard situation when I’m outside, ready for some sign of things gone wrong. Are all the chickens still present? Is everyone […]
How Many Does It Take to Change a Light Fixture?
Changing a light fixture is supposed to be one of those simple easy things. How hard can it be? Well, in our defense, it depends on what light fixture you’re trying to replace, and what house you’re working in. In a very old house fixing anything is difficult, and sometimes it can seem downright impossible. […]
A Time to Dream
Well, it’s that time of year again. It’s time to decide what will be bought for the coming spring. It is time to decide what will be done in this year.
Really, this is the very worst time of year to be making plans. Winter in these climes keeps a person trapped inside for so long […]
Winter Thaw
Monday, February 2nd was the first real thaw, the first real nice day, since January set in with all of its winter savageness. The sun was out, the sky was blue, the air was clear, and the temperatures inched up in the 40 degree Fahrenheit range. Snow was deep on the ground, but after weeks […]
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