The Fight for the Homestead

The Fight for the Homestead

The divorce of a couple that has built a homestead together will lead to a fight for the homestead handled by the court. This is my story. The Video is at the End of the Post   The Firm Decision to Divorce When one person in the marriage makes this final decision...
5 Reasons for Homestead Divorce

5 Reasons for Homestead Divorce

We will look at five reasons for homestead divorces which I have seen in my own and two other marriages. So, be sure not to do them. There  will be a video at the end. Living the Dream Leads to Divorce What? How can living the dream lead to divorce? One day, I heard...
Framing Construction Begins

Framing Construction Begins

Framing construction usually begins after building plans are engineered and a building permit is issued by the county. Framing Preparation Before the construction of the framing of our home could begin, lumber and screws were purchased. Boxes and other things had to...
How to Fix a  4″ Cleanout

How to Fix a 4″ Cleanout

Fixing 1″ and 2″ PVC pipes is easy, but it can be intimidating to tackle fixing or installing a 4″ cleanout. I will show you how. Fixing 1″ and 2″ PVC pipes is easy, but it can be intimidating to tackle fixing or installing a 4″...
Unstable Ladder Causes Fall

Unstable Ladder Causes Fall

Unstable ladders often result in falls. Consequently, I was always careful to make sure that my ladder was stable, except for this time. Time for Tree Topping On August 9, 2022, I decided it was time to try to top off a tree that was dead at the top. I figured it to...
We Put in an Unpermitted Leach Field

We Put in an Unpermitted Leach Field

Offgrid homes need septic systems and permits can be costly. So we put in an unpermitted leach field to cut the cost. This is part 2 of the septic system. Part 1  covered the leach field. This work was done in January of 2015. If you missed Part 1, you can see it at...