Air Conditioner
Looking at the air conditioner, which began spurting water.
As it turns out, that is completely normal. All is good.
Fireplace & Chimney Inspection
Inasmuch as we have no intention of using the fireplace, it still seems like a good idea to know the condition of both the external brick chimney structure and the internal firebox and chamber.
Kitchen Sink
It was time.
This is the same sink that was here when we visited the house in 2012.
It was in need of replacement then. And, funny this, in ten years it had not gotten any better and still needed to be replaced.
Boise Idaho Excursion March 2012
By Way of Explanation …
We were looking to relocate and considered the possibility of moving to the great Northwest!
Well, at least as far as southwestern Idaho.
Michigan Homestead Photos
A real estate photo album from the 1930s showcases the house and property where I was born and raised.
These photos were taken prior to my parents having purchased the property.
Zehnle Family Movies
A compilation of literally dozens ~ perhaps 60 or more ~ very old and brittle reels of 8mm and 16mm film, mis-sorted into the mailer boxes that were used when mailing the undeveloped film to the processing facilities.
Curious Family History
We decided that it was indeed his family, not mine, that hailed from that alien Martian clan. My family legacy, on the other hand, boasts a different sort of history.
Bailouts and Quantitative Easing, Explained
Understanding Quantitative Easing … Everything you ever thought you knew about money … totally dispelled in three easy-to-watch videos.
Killer Beef Jerky Recipe
Snack on your own homemade beef jerky! My healthy killer beef jerky recipe is delicious, easy to make, and guaranteed to win friends! (Well, I won’t make any guarantees about that!)
Swirl This, Lollipop
Shortly after its original publication, a ‘spun’ version of my article showed up in Google’s search results.
Authored by ‘Katie’, this spun version was so hysterical that I couldn’t help but keep it!
I have dubbed ‘Katie’ the official nom-d’plume of poorly written or obviously spun content.
Rocket Science Part 1: Redneck Turkey Fryer
Prepare for Your Next Thanksgiving Disaster with a Homemade Redneck Turkey Fryer …
Antique Woodworking Tools
I know next to nothing about antiques, or tools ~ especially antique tools.
Thankfully, however, my neighbor does!
A Tribute to Cubensis
A Tribute to Craig Marshall, Founder of Cubensis, a Grateful Dead Tribute Band in Southern California.
Dave Matthews Scene from “Because of Winn Dixie”
A soulful sad story and a beautiful short song combine in a touching scene from the movie “Because of Winn Dixie.”
Wonderfully understated performance by Dave Matthews.
And of course, the dog ~ Winn Dixie ~ listens intently.
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Jefferson Airplane ~ After Bathing at Baxter’s
The third album by Jefferson Airplane. Recorded and released in 1967.
Jefferson Airplane – Surrealistic Pillow
The 1967 Iconic Album by the early Jefferson Airplane.
Remastered and Mono Versions.
Grateful Dead – Anthem of the Sun
Anthem of the Sun, the second album released by the Grateful Dead.
“Move Me Brightly …”
Jerry Garcia’s 70th Birthday Celebration Bob Weir hosted this show from his San Rafael, CA webcasting facility, TRI Studios, on August 3, 2012.
