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Craftsmanship is the extent to which a person aims towards excellence, especially in any venture involving hands-on...Continue Reading
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Published onMay 1st, 2020
This is chapter 13 in my book The Bailey Line Road Chronicles, the 30+ year story about moving from the city to live a...Continue Reading
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Updated on May 14th, 2019
A number of years ago I was asked to testify in a lawsuit involving a father who fell off a ladder building a shed for...Continue Reading
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How to Sharpen a Chainsaw With An Electric Sharpener
Updated on August 2nd, 2019
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Updated on January 23rd, 2021
Classic brick designs offer some of the most interesting and enduring architectural details you'll find anywhere...Continue Reading
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Updated on December 6th, 2019
A number of years ago I was asked to testify in a lawsuit involving a father who fell off a ladder building a shed for...Continue Reading
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SELF RELIANCE: The Five Habits of Highly Successful Home...
Published onJuly 8th, 2016
Over the last 25 years I’ve seen more than a few homesteaders try to build a life of self sufficiency but give up...Continue Reading
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Updated on January 17th, 2016
One of the biggest differences between discerning homeowners and the professionals who build and renovate houses for...Continue Reading
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Updated on October 29th, 2014
Cold weather is one of the reasons I love Canada, and heating with wood is one of the reasons I love cold weather The...Continue Reading