Category Archives: News

I’ve waited about four years for this – functioning backyard patio lights

Posted on August 18, 2018 by Joel

Does four years seem like a long time? In hindsight, it sure sounds like it. I think it was summer 2015 when I discovered the backyard patio lights didn’t work for a real reason. New house, lots of tasks and … Continue reading →

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These stupid horseshoe pits are finally gone

Posted on August 18, 2018 by Joel

The previous owners of our home were into playing horseshoes. No, you don’t understand. They were really into playing horseshoes. We had these two large horseshoe pits taking up space in our backyard. We have extra horsehoes in the basement … Continue reading →

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“Form feet and legs! Form arms and torso! And I’ll form the head!”

Posted on August 15, 2018 by Joel

The kids started assembling the Voltron Lions this week. I thought I’d be working alongside them but I’ve unfortunately been extremely busy with work. They’re doing a pretty good job on their own. Red and Green lions are done, and … Continue reading →

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I’m building a new Plex / media server using a Synology DS918+ and Seagate IronWolf NAS drives

Posted on July 28, 2018 by Joel

We have a primary media / backup storage model, but I don’t like it. If I had a million bucks, I’d structure things differently. Wouldn’t we all? When you have needs but finite resources… what to do? [Trigger warning – … Continue reading →

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After a brief 48 hours, the kids are off (separately) for a week away at camp

Posted on July 22, 2018 by Joel

In the 48 hours since he returned from Harrisburg, Joshua and Lily had time to watch Ant-Man and the Wasp with me (my 2nd time), attend karate classes, get a haircut, spend family time together, and pack for their next … Continue reading →

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Josh spent a week in Harrisburg PA on our church mission trip

Posted on July 21, 2018 by Joel

The kids have spent the summer home this year so we could save a little money, and limit the hassle of trying to coordinate drop off and pick up of the kids to various camps without being late to the … Continue reading →

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Landscape lighting refresh project – Phase 2

Posted on July 4, 2018 by Joel

Phase 2 is halfway done. The kids and I went out in the hear this afternoon to add a new line of landscape lights to the side of the house. We added two wall wash lights and a spotlight on … Continue reading →

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Landscape lighting refresh project – Phase 1

Posted on July 1, 2018 by Joel

For four years, I have been vexed by landscape lighting. The original owner had this mix of older style lights dotting the front and back yard. Some worked, a bunch didn’t, and there no lights where I wanted them. I … Continue reading →

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Watch out, his wit and hands are dangerous weapons – our son Joshua earned his 1st degree black belt in Taekwondo

Posted on June 24, 2018 by Joel

We have some big news. Our 13 year old son Joshua earned his 1st degree black belt in Taekwondo on Sunday! The kids have been attending CMB Karate for a few years now, and they have have been progressing through … Continue reading →

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Happy Father’s Day!

Posted on June 17, 2018 by Joel

Happy Father’s Day! It was a busy weekend to be sure. I was home Friday (sick/working) but after I wrapped up my last call around 5:15 PM, I went out for a solo bike ride. I was tired after a … Continue reading →

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