Category Archives: home improvement

The pitch: a sequel to the movie Glitter, where Mariah has a wisecracking, sidekick dog

Posted on March 6, 2011 by

So I realized that I’ve only been talking about the kitchen and pantry lately when in reality there’s a lot more going on – namely, two bathrooms and the master closet. Come with me into Stresslovania… The 1st floor bathroom … Continue reading →

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cough*Home Depot*cough

Posted on December 10, 2010 by

Maybe I’d have something to write/show you fine readers today if a CERTAIN SOMEPLACE had our windows in when they said they would. As in, they were supposed to be here 10 days ago. That’s Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, … Continue reading →

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You ConDuIt

Posted on November 29, 2010 by

GET IT? Conduit.  Con-Du-It/Can-Do-It.  I made a conduit joke.  Actually, I made the joke and then I explained it, which is what one really looks for in quality comedy. I’ll be appearing at the Electricians Local 001 Annual ‘Holidays On … Continue reading →

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It’s chaos I tells ya, chaos

Posted on November 16, 2010 by

Well. The house is Disasterland. We could sell tickets. You really would not want to visit Disasterland, but maybe with some clever marketing and a zippy jingle, like “Come to Disasterland – Leave sneezing out black stuff,” we could make … Continue reading →

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Goodbye. We hate you.

Posted on November 11, 2010 by

Goodbye kitchen. We hate you and your tired, crumbling cabinets, your plastic tiled walls, your sorry excuse for a floor, and your dark, dreary attitude. And seriously, why do you look jaundiced all the time? Goodbye bathroom. We tried to … Continue reading →

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A B&E – that’s Breaking and Entering for you non-criminals

Posted on October 28, 2010 by

  I broke into my locked garage yesterday. I was like Bonnie and G was Clyde. Did Bonnie and Clyde break into places or did they just rob banks?  I have no idea… either way, I bet Bonnie knew her … Continue reading →

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The Making of the Medicine Cabinet

Posted on October 26, 2010 by

Hello there. I’m writing this as the “Great Lakes Cyclone” is blowing outside.  Cyclone. I’m tempted to mock this so-called cyclone, as it’s just a little windy outside, but then I’m afraid the roof will blow off and then who’s … Continue reading →

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The Medicine Cabinet Sneak Peek

Posted on October 21, 2010 by

  Every once in a while you have to purchase something for the house, and your mind gets blown away at how much it costs. Case in point: Medicine cabinets. Is this a racket or what? Do all the manufacturers … Continue reading →

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This Old House recap 10.16.10: IT ALL FALLS DOWN

Posted on October 18, 2010 by

Greetings This Old House viewers. I’m writing this after watching the Bears get beaten by the Seahawks, so let’s just say I’m in a bit of a foul mood. But I also watched Kevin and the Gang tackle the Auburndale … Continue reading →

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How I was duped by a bunch of Swedes

Posted on October 13, 2010 by

IKEA, oh IKEA. You’ve humiliated me. And yet I adore you. Let’s set the scene. You’re me. You’re at IKEA. You’re shopping for bathroom accessories: towel racks, toilet roll holder, maybe a hook or two (of course you’ll leave with … Continue reading →

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