I heard an old favorite song again the other day that got me thinking about more than the melody. I listened to Joe South's words again, for what seemed like the first time. I believe that the Dalai Lama's teachings on compassion are a big part of who I am. I am...
In an industry where success is measured in dollars on the bottom line, I find it ironic that this little story has nothing to do with revenue or expenses but sets the stage for a different kind of success that sends shivers down my spine and surpasses the traditional...
Who here likes to work for appreciative clients? I do!...I do!....Here is one way I've found to insure it. In a recent visit with a coaching Guru, I was able to come to the realization that nothing is perfect. Some find this comforting while others are freaked out by...
I have earned a loyal following over the years of folks that call for help or support and just say, "git-er done," much like me and my subcontractors. I expect a high level of attention to detail, a reasonable response time, fair pricing, and great communication. It...
Capital Lumber is a cool neighborhood lumber yard place that sells construction supplies. Unlike the big box stores Capital Lumber has a cadre of helpful, knowledgeable staff to assist folks with any level of knowledge of the building trades. Although geared to the...
I have been spelling vacuum "Rong" for years, I could never remember if it was 2 C's or 2 M's or both. Now that I finally have it right, I have a mixture of happy and sad news to report. My friends Garry and Sandy Ault are retired as of 1-1-11 after 31 years in...
Project Name The Challenge The master bathroom had the original charm but was outdated. It had wallpaper and a bathtub. The flooring was vinyl and the cabinets were white. The Idea To eliminate the tub, move the toilet over to get a larger mud set tile shower. To...
Master Bath With Half WallsThe Challenge The master bathroom was built with a faulty design that allowed water to seep under the glass blocks and ruined the floor. The problem was identified when a tile popped up one day. Fortunately the leak did not go down into the...
Bathroom Out of a Laundry RoomThe Challenge This home had a laundry room that was slab on grade because this room was once part of a garage. The home only had one bathroom that was inadequate for the family. The laundry room was small, and it did not appear to be wide...
Spec Home Bathroom UpdateThe Challenge The bathroom had been created in a spec home with builder grade fiberglass shower, basic fixtures and a carpeted floor. The shower was too small and there was not enough storage at the master sink. The soaker tub had tile around...