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Peacock tail feathers up close.
Peacock tail feathers up close.

Month: October 2013

  • Indi go go

    Sometimes the best results come when you break the rules. It is easy to get wrapped up in what you SHOULDN’T do. For example, using dark colors on the walls will make a space seem cramped and small or closed in. I want to take a different approach. How about using dark colors on the…

  • “Afternoon Delight”

    On Day 2 of the Furlough/Shutdown/Political Clustermess that the United States government was inflicting on us all, Stuart embraced his status as temporarily unemployed. Think pajamas all day and “Anchorman” playing on continuous loop on the tele: This was his favorite clip. However, we did accomplish a few things around the house, but none of…

  • Shutdown Fail

    We are in desperate need of some cheer around here. The shutdown and the rain together make for a gloomy environment. Early this morning, I braved the elements and dragged back a load of dry firewood from the shed. The goal was simple: to warm up and drive the rain out. In the process, I…

  • Shutdown 101

    I am trying to focus on the positive. For instance: Why yes I AM the sole breadwinner of the house! Doesn’t that give me a sense of accomplishment? Well, no, since we would all starve if that was normally the case. How does one cope with a government shutdown when one’s spouse works for the…

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