Each time I deal with a contractor I learn some very important lessons. By now you would think I know it all but given the range of work, it’s hard to be an expert in everything but I’m getting there. Live and learn as the saying goes.
I’m not one to do bad online reviews, I communicate directly with the source company and leave it at that. Good companies I’ll spread it through word of mouth. Bad ones I won’t. But if I hear someone recommend a company I’ve had an alternate experience with I’ll chime in to give some balance.
So I’m 0 for 2 on companies I’ve picked for a home project. The last phase is remaining and I guess we will be selecting again.
I’ve got to take my better half to Annapolis soon. I like wandering around that town and there are many good places to eat. One of them is below, Carrols Creek Cafe, the last place I had a meal in this town, with a very old and good friend.
I’ve eaten at Pussers a few times with my daughter on the deck watching Ego Alley. I believe I heard they are closing. Middletons, Obriens, Ms. Shirleys, Chick and Ruths, Buddys, Chart House, and many more. But one I haven’t been that I’m going to try this coming year is Lewnes Steak House. There are a lot of new places we haven’t tried in Annapolis and many other Maryland towns that I’m looking forward to visiting this coming year.
I added a couple of very important photos to my desk. I haven’t put photos on my desk before. I have many on surrounding walls and shelves, but these were special. One from a shot of my Mom holding me at 6 months old, another a month after I turned 9 of my father showing me how to throw a football weeks before he passed away. One of me feeding our first pet kitten when I was 8 and one of my Dad in dress Uniform. They remind me of the happiest time in my childhood, between some very tough times.
Random Thoughts of the Day
- There is style, in substance.
- I always wondered if I could be a good drummer.
- I believe it’s warm enough again to venture outside. Barely.
- Oh shoot, I just listened to AC/DC For those about to Rock. Looks like it could be one of those nights.
- The only thing I like about drinking water is that it doesn’t go flat if you leave it out for a while after opening. No, seriously I’m blessed to have water to drink.
- A night of laughter with your two best friends is a wonderful way to end the day.
