Sharing the Ascension Experience
Dear Folks, The reward of a thing well done, is to have done it. — Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882) Essayist Some people Provoke a response with their looks, others with their talent, and yet others with the power of their personalities. We all touch others with our presence in some small or large way. It … Read more
Solar tiny house designed by Michael Janzen and built by Bill Brooks. PART I PART II PART III PART IV Consider the Source
As much as he enjoys talking about design, what Jay Scaafer really wanted to talk about in this interview was the politics of tiny houses. Why building and zoning codes are stacked against tiny houses, how the costs of purchase and upkeep compare to the big houses he calls “debtors’ prisons”, and why, when the … Read more
Tory Smith built this little house on wheels for newlyweds Joseph and Aravinda. Consider the Source
Dee Williams decided to downsize from a 1,500 square foot home to a 84 square foot home after a trip to Guatemala. She built her current home, “The Little House,” herself for about $10,000. With a propane tank for heat and electricity coming from solar panels, Williams cost of living runs extremely low. Consider the … Read more
Dan Louche built this tiny retirement house for his mother who was in need of a home. Consider the Source
SunnyBot is about the size of a large desk lamp and is equipped with an on-board mirror that continuously adjusts to reflect the sun’s rays on a chosen area. It is integrated with a dual-axis microcomputer that’s powered by a row of solar cells and comes with an optional feedback system. The device redirects 7,000 … Read more
Stacey Irvine looks surprisingly well for a 17-year-old who’s eaten only chicken nuggets since she was 2. She claims never to have tasted fruits or vegetables, but admits to sometimes eating fries and toast. “McDonald’s chicken nuggets are my favorite,” said Stacey. “I share 20 with my boyfriend.” She also enjoys nuggets from KFC and … Read more
They haven’t walked their dog on my lawn since I paraded around in my Haz Mat Chic outfit.
Dear Folks, What most you admire, that shall you become. — One, Richard David Bach (1936-) Author Think not only of how you can live the qualities but also who you Admire who has lived them or who is living them. Think also of other ways to consider the qualities. We automatically think of someone … Read more