my friend of several yrs told me yesterday that families fight and it does not mean they don't love each other. just the opposite. this was just what i needed to hear. passing it here in case it helps y'all too.

in my pack rat ism today i build a bookshelf of found lumber. one side is a sign that says trading post. a friend said it would look fine when i paint it. i mentioned i had no plans to paint and was going for a sanford and sons theme. he told me i was bad. my dad saw it and suggested using some of our found hinges on it and make a door. that idea i like (less dusting).

making something really cheered me up. it cost only electricity and screws.