No, I've not caught a fairy a swipe and earned myself a curse - I've been unblocking our drain, which was over-filling alarmingly in the rain. I had to dig and delve a full arm's length to claw out greasy sludge, leaves, and the remains of many wrigglers and critters. The smell was pretty intense, and is lingering despite my best efforts with... read more

It’s been a while since I posted any pictures from #1.  Well builder Sam and assistant Steve have been in (off and on) for a few weeks, and we have made some progress. The plumber and electrician have both made tentative appearances, and are about to start work in earnest (allegedly). Sam and Steve have removed the troublesome chimney… which... read more