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Author Archives: Stacey
A Frayed Knot
Doll: I’m Krusty the Klown and I’m going to kill you! Homer: Heeheehee! Didn’t even pull the string that time. – The Simpsons When I squared up the Princess Leia frame the other day, I worked by faint, cold light filtering … Continue reading
Rabbits of Unexpected Size
After learning of the rabbit-based tree devastation, the Kev and I bought a live trap. Out cunning plan was to relocate whatever rabbits we could catch to a nice nearby conservation area, thereby at least reducing the overall number of … Continue reading
It’s a Frame-Up!
It’s hip to be square…like the song says! – Homer Simpson Ever buy a gallery frame, hang it up, get on with your life, and then later notice that the top rail is bowed? If you hang a frame from … Continue reading
Time for the Holy Hand Grenade
I’ll go into the bushes over there, make a lot of noise, and flush out a rabbit. When he comes out, you step on him. – Homer Simpson Last year, I wrapped up my baby espalier apple trees to an … Continue reading
Finally, A Decision
Bart: Dad, you’re giving in to mob mentality. Homer: No, I’m not–I’m hopping on the bandwagon. Come on, son, get with the winning team! – The Simpsons We ordered some countertops. Then I had to have a lie-down, because a … Continue reading
Anglo-American House of Pancakes
Back up a bit now. When are the pancakes coming in the mail? – Homer Simpson Yesterday was Pancake Day in England, and Chez D’oh. Shrove Tuesday is better known in much of the world as a last-ditch party before … Continue reading
Meeting Spring Halfway
Bart: Now is the winter of our discontent. Ralph: Oh, no! Run! – The Simpsons What do a pile of recycling and a snowdrift have to do with gardening? Surprisingly, quite a lot! For several years, winter sowing has been … Continue reading
Frugal DIY Shopping on the Tundra
Then I heard the sound that all Arctic explorers dread . . . the pitiless bark of the sea lion! – Homer Simpson We left the igloo yesterday, despite the strong urge to stay in, eat carbs, and sulk. What … Continue reading
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The Adventures of Plumber Girl
Tap-a-tap-a-tap-a. – Vicki Valentine When we remodeled our main bathroom, the faucet was bought for economy’s sake, and its finish did not hold up well. I was patiently awaiting the right sale or stock clearance for a replacement when a … Continue reading
