Author Archives: Brian

Two Steps Forward – One back

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Brian

Well the plans for the house were completed Friday before last and submitted to WLC planning department.  I do feel a little bit rushed over this somehow and still concerned that it may be too big but we need to … Continue reading →

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A New Name

Posted on October 18, 2011 by Brian

One of the things Karen has suggested is to name the house Yellowstruther.  This is the old name for this patch of land so it seems appropriate.  Many of the old OS maps are available on-line and after a quick … Continue reading →

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The Journey Really Begins

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Brian

Well the game is well and truly afoot.  The bargain is complete; we are now proud owners of a plot of land and the task starts here.  The land itself was originally Karen’s grannies garden that was sold, but that … Continue reading →

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Map Network Drive in Ubuntu (again)

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Brian

I previously posted on a frustration of mine that there was no quick way to mount a network drive like you can in Windows. The original solution was a bit messy. However, I have found this method using an application … Continue reading →

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Sumo Paint

Posted on March 24, 2011 by Brian

Just a quick note. Check out www.sumopaint.com it is brilliant.

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