The House That Worked Out
hand-building an eco-home without buckets of money, skills, or a clue
The story of how our family escaped the city and made a life in the country in the face of the impending zombie apocalypse.
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The Wind-Sheltered Patio
After we completed the House that Worked Out to a stage where we could shut all the doors and move in, we slowed down a LOT. We were so relieved to be finished with the dirty work, and we were so enamoured with our new home, with all of its lovely warmth and space,... read more
Why My Friends Should Be Having Children
I have a large number of friends who do not have children. For some of them, this decision may be out of their control, but many of them have made a conscious decision not to have children, and I wanted to tell these people that you have made a big mistake. You need... read more
Good Fences Make Good Neighbours
The other night, as we were sitting around watching a scary movie, I paused the movie and asked my family in a low, serious voice: “Does anyone else feel like we’re being watched?” My family looked puzzled and, to be honest, a bit freaked out. I looked pointedly at... read more
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