Category Archives: Remodeling/Construction

The Joy of Anticipation

Posted on September 30, 2014 by Doc Arnett

What do new carpet, a mud run in Tennessee and heaven have in common? More than you might guess! Continue reading →

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The Right Stuff

Posted on September 17, 2014 by Doc Arnett

The idea seemed so brilliant at the time I could barely contain myself. With a minimum of effort, I would improve the thermal efficiency of the bedroom and provide a slight bit of soundproofing as well. What a great idea! … Continue reading →

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Short Circuiting the Golden Rule

Posted on July 23, 2014 by Doc Arnett

Some people definitely should not be allowed to do electrical work in someone else’s house. Continue reading →

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Rescue and Rehabilitation

Posted on January 15, 2014 by Doc Arnett

Restoring an old, carved door with an oval window has its challenges… and its rewards. Like remodeling our hearts and lives, it begins with getting rid of the old and ugly. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Metaphysical Reflection, Remodeling/Construction, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged architectural detail, architecture, old door, refinishing, rehabilitation, restoration, sanding | Comments Off

The Frustration of Humanity

Posted on January 13, 2014 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes, “home handyman” seems like an oxymoron. Making the same stupid mistakes on a project can make me feel like an ox and a moron! Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Metaphysical Reflection, Remodeling/Construction, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged carpenter, craftsman, frustration, mistakes, molding, perseverance, persistence, trim, wrong cuts | Comments Off

Hard Work

Posted on January 10, 2014 by Doc Arnett

After three years of “work in progress,” Randa finally has a completed… and completely remodeled kitchen! Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Metaphysical Reflection, Relationships, Remodeling/Construction, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged determination, focus, kitchen remodeling, new kitchen, persistence | Comments Off

Remodeling 2014

Posted on December 31, 2013 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes, we have to live, at least for a while, amidst ugly that we cannot change. But that awareness should not become an excuse for not doing what we can to make things better. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Metaphysical Reflection, Remodeling/Construction, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged changing, improvement, making changes, old house, old plaster, remodeling, repairing | Comments Off

Tough Choices

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Doc Arnett

Normally, in remodeling an old house, I like to keep the wood trim more focused on being wood than trim. I prefer mellow stain tones that “pull the grain” and a subtle rubbed effect finish. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Metaphysical Reflection, Remodeling/Construction, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged old houses, painting, primer, refinishing, staining wood, varnish, wood trim | Comments Off

Faith, Hope and Love

Posted on November 20, 2012 by Doc Arnett

These old walls have withstood
a century of shaking and settling,
the rattles of wind and earth. Continue reading →

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Of Toads and Timbers

Posted on July 6, 2012 by Doc Arnett

It is in the careful blending of work and play that boys become healthy men. And the men who can still be boys at the right time just might become the kind of Granpa’s that boys want to visit again. Even when they’re old. Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Christian Living, Family, Relationships, Remodeling/Construction, Spiritual Contemplation, Work | Tagged deck building, grandchildren, grandpa, grandparents, grandsons, pancakes, play, remote control toys, toads, work | 1 Comment