Square Corners on Anything

Square Corners on Anything

A picture frame that lost a staple or other fastener can shift of out square, like the one on the right. The picture doesn’t fit and the backing shows through. With some old fashioned math and a new fastener, make this off-kilter frame perfect again. Pencils in...
Emergency Preparedness: Are You Ready?

Emergency Preparedness: Are You Ready?

An Emergency Kit is just one part of an Emergency Preparedness Plan. Are You Ready? Ready for Anything—Like a Global Virus Shutdown You never know what life will throw at you next. Don’t be caught like a deer in the headlights. Be Prepared to act no matter what...
Carpenter’s 3-4-5 Rule to Square Corners

Carpenter’s 3-4-5 Rule to Square Corners

A rafter square is great for measuring angles, drawing a straight line across board, or laying out roof framing. The 3 4 5 rule works very well on projects like laying out a deck foundation and frame or making the garden neat and square with 90 degree corners.Photo by...
About MJ Logan and Willy the Wonderful Water Dog

About MJ Logan and Willy the Wonderful Water Dog

This is Willy. Those soulful eyes could convey so much. Willy forever changed how I view dogs and animals in general. He knew the name of every family member and more than 250 words. Put two words together in a way he hadn’t heard before and Willy understood. In...