Notes from installing an Ecobee3 smart thermostat in a home where the old thermostat used an undocumented K wire.

Discovering dirty diapers left in the guest bathroom after a party prompts a reflection on considerate disposal when visiting someone else's home.

Experiences with several vacuum cleaners in a home with two long-haired cats, comparing cleanup on carpet, hardwood, and other surfaces.

A reference list of contract and payment forms gathered while managing home remodeling and repair projects.

Collecting resources for replacing a front lawn with a native-plant garden on a budget, beginning with sheet mulching and demolition planning.

Before-and-after photos of a master bathroom remodel, turning a dark room into a bright retreat with two sinks, a rain shower, and a freestanding tub.