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Writer’s Block or Summer Distractions?
I’m supposed to be working on the next Introduction to Finance article, but this week has been a whirlwind. We got back from the wedding and I pumped out the end of month update. Then I had to work on my shed and yard, and the dog was sick, and my mother-in-law had to go…
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Sunday Play Day? I Love Free Stuff
Free Swing Set Haul Today! My wife scored a massive swing set with a climbing wall and zipline. Today we’re disassembling, loading up the U-Haul (thanks, Mom-in-law!), and hoping those posts aren’t cemented in the ground. Free stuff + family projects = best kind of Sunday.
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Frugal Friday May 15 2026: Working Hard
Frugal Friday May 15, 2026: Finishing the shed the smart way — buying only what’s needed to complete the loft, organization, and protection. Sometimes the most frugal move is investing in the last steps. Happy Weekend!
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Old House Maintenance: A headache and a Joy?
Our 72-year-old garage door was peeling badly, so I spent the weekend sanding and sealing it. A mix of frustration and satisfaction — the never-ending joy of old house maintenance.
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Cold Wet and Soaking Spring
A night of Brats, Brews, and Chain Saws.
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Building a Shed vs Buying a Shed in 2026
The garage is full, the french drain is dug, and it’s time for a new 12×12 shed. But as I price out lumber and hardware for a DIY build, I’ve hit a classic ‘Time vs. Money’ crossroads. In this update, I’m breaking down the raw costs of building a shed from scratch versus hiring local…
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Beautiful Sunday: Learning to Transplant Plants.
Learning some gardening skills.
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Saturday Almost Done with Vacation
Just trying to work on more housework before I have to get back to the grind on monday.
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Wednesday Work During My Week Off
Got a kid’s room cleaned and rearranged. Hung some cabinets in the basement.
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Batch Cooking 101: A Portfolio for Your Freezer
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