Monthly Archives: November 2013

Category: The Bloody Obvious

Posted on November 29, 2013 by Stacey

Well, duh! – Mr. Burns We’re running a little late for the clue bus today, on several fronts. First, it seems that attic insulation is a good idea. Did you know about this?? The EPA does! We do have attic insulation, … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving: Velma’s Pecan Pie

Posted on November 27, 2013 by Stacey

This is Thanksgiving, so glue friendly or I’ll take your glue away and then no one will have any glue to glue with. – Homer Simpson Thanksgiving in my family means pecan pie — pronounced peh-CAHN, as nature intended. A … Continue reading →

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The Deal on the Gloss: Painting a Wooden Storm Door

Posted on November 25, 2013 by Stacey

This is the peak hour for stoned teenagers buying shiny things! – Apu When we found our new storm door, I started looking for the right paint. I knew the color we were using, but I wanted to find a … Continue reading →

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Stocking Stuffers for the DIY Set

Posted on November 22, 2013 by Stacey

Bart: What did you get her, Dad? Lisa: Yeah, whadja get? Homer: A…very…thoughtful gift…but it’s a surprise! – The Simpsons It’s THAT time of year again. I’ve been prepping family shopping lists, and while I was at it, I put … Continue reading →

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Installing a Wooden Storm Door: The We-Love-The-Former-Owners Edition

Posted on November 20, 2013 by Stacey

In case you can’t tell, I’m being sarcastic! – Homer Simpson Earlier this year, we bought a new storm door and prepped it for hanging. The Kev painted the door while I was gallivanting with ghosts in San Francisco. We … Continue reading →

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DIY Fireplace Sound System

Posted on November 18, 2013 by Stacey

Bart: Don’t we get to roast marshmallows? Dolph: Shuddup and eat your pine cone.  – The Simpsons We have a fireplace. We love it. But it’s fake! The surround is a reproduction and the fire itself is electric. There’s a … Continue reading →

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Phancy Phurniture Phrom Phyfe

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Stacey

Willie: I’m from Scotland too! Where do ya hail from? Homer: Uh…North Kilttown. – The Simpsons Our original dining room furniture was a work table and a few folding chairs. My folks gave us some money for real dining furniture, and we … Continue reading →

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I Think We Have a Winner!

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Kevin

Of course, there’s no way to see into the Simpson home without some kind of infrared heat-sensitive camera. So let’s turn it on! – Kent Brockman OK, so it’s been over a month since we last worked on the porch … Continue reading →

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If You’re Ever In Cottonwood, Arizona…

Posted on November 11, 2013 by Stacey

If you really love Larry, prove it! – Homer Simpson After the conference last week, I came over to Arizona to see my parents. We took a short trip over to Cottonwood to experience Larry’s Antiques & Things. Larry’s is one … Continue reading →

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Old Home Away From the Old Home

Posted on November 9, 2013 by Stacey

I’m sorry that the Krusty Haunted Condo is closed. But the haunted information booth is open. – Info Booth Attendant When I can, I prefer to stay in an older, non-franchise hotel.  It’s certainly not for the luxury – these places tend to … Continue reading →

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