I originally named this post Lazy Life Update. I put the word lazy in there because the post was going to be an easy one; just a bunch of photos of what we've been up to in the 1500 household. But then, I thought that the L-word may give folks the wrong idea. We've been anything but lazy over here. But, this post will still be a lazy one. I take LOTS of pictures and I'll let … [Read more...] about Life Update
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The 33 Hour Bathroom Remodel
Last September, Mindy and I bought another home. It smelled like cigarettes, had colorful toilets, loads of wallpaper, dark wood, gold fixtures everywhere, and an unfinished basement. Split level! Welcome to the 80s! This was a home only a flipper could love. Just my style. We moved in and quickly went to work. The 33 Hour Bathroom I don't like projects that drag … [Read more...] about The 33 Hour Bathroom Remodel
The Why Of DIY
We're BIG do-it-yourselfers. I love to look at a dated home and imagine the possibilities. Give me your teal toilets. Show me your brown bathtubs. Let me tear out your 1970s decor. I shall make it beautiful. The sense of accomplishment I get from doing the work is incredible. The home we just completed in Colorado was our biggest effort. Here is the before … [Read more...] about The Why Of DIY
The Joy of DIY
I'm taking a brief break from blogging while I finish one last home project. More on that in a moment. Want to retire early? One of my best tips is this: Do it yourself! Here are some things that I do myself: Mow the lawn Cut my hair Change the oil and perform maintenance on the cars Basic repairs around the house Twenty dollars here and twenty dollars there add … [Read more...] about The Joy of DIY