All the permits

September 11, 2026

I'm still working on getting a construction permit. But, red-tape. Lots of red-tape. And probably sprinkle of corruption. It's maddening.

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Damage control

August 24, 2026

The last few days have been a tiring blur of damage control, repairs and way too many waterproofing products.

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Kitchen tiles

August 21, 2026

Imagine the walls white and a few dark wood shelves in the corner for a more finished look.

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Coming in for a landing!

August 20, 2026

Starting work on rebuilding the kitchen we tore down 2 months ago.

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A day of dumb

July 28, 2026

This must be the dumbest most pointless day of the month. And it's not even my fault this time!

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Fixing the water

July 17, 2026

I’m still working renovating my apartment building to make it livable. We’re slowing moving to an acceptable level.

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What is that smell?

July 4, 2026

Shuffling shit in Mexico. Not how I thought I’d start the day.

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20 years of construction

June 19, 2026

I got some unexpected news when meeting with the construction company today. But we have beds now!

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Off-grid housing

June 13, 2026

I’ve disconnected my house and apartment from the power net for the time being.

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The first bedroom is painted

June 7, 2026

We're renovating an apartment building and house. This week I started work on the main house.

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To the future and beyond!

May 3, 2026

This month marks the start of the next chapter in my life.

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