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[snowbear]

in Behr polar bear white, @snowbear !).

A-yuh. We used that in the kitchen; I think the trim.

Well the racks were all installed except for the rear kayak mount. I ordered some longer bolts to attach it to the cross rail. The mount was intended for the roof rack of a mini-van or SUV so it has a bar that goes on the back of the cross rail. My cross rails are too thick but the mount also has has a centered holes, front and back. I'll use these with a longer bolt than came with the rack's "hardware kit" and use the T-slot in the cross rail.

The only real drawback is the rack + riser blocks the view in the inside rearview mirror. I'm very used to using the outside mirrors so it"s not an issue for me, but MLW isn't as confident with them. I went out this morning and pulled off the cross rails until wer are ready to actually haul a kayak. The brackets stayed so it looks like four mini sharks.

The configuration was changed from the original design. Instead of a "T" slot bolt to attach the brackets, the system uses a threaded aluminum slider that goes in the slot, then the bracket is bolted to those; same configuration as the accessories for the crossbars (the kayak risers, tie-downs and and bike carriers). I'm going to swap out the sliders for There is a "quick release" set of bolts (with knobs) for the crossbars so I'll order them as well as a set of "T" slot bolts and associated washers & nuts so I can pull off the brackets, as well.

I love camera shops (when I can find one), art supply stores, and hardware stores. 4x4 shops are also fun but very expensive.

 

[jeffashman]

Feeling my age. Putting new carpet in the guest bedroom, so, decided it was a good time to repaint prior. I need a break.

We got there a couple of years ago. We had three bedrooms that need painted, walls and ceilings... we hired the work out.

 

[smoke665]

We got there a couple of years ago. We had three bedrooms that need painted, walls and ceilings... we hired the work out.

When we get to the vaulted Great Room, we'll have to hire it out. I'm not up to working 30 ft off the floor anymore.

 

[CherylL]

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That is me in the winter talking to my vacation clothes

 

[nerwin]

It's been really difficult transitioning into a new stage of my life. I never thought I'd ever give up photography but here I am but deep down there's relief and some pressure lifted but it doesn't make it any easier selling camera equipment and my computer that I've worked hard for to own. But I can't just let it sit and collect dust that its been for months. I'd rather use the money to do something else that will benefit my life more appropriately right now.

I can say that it's pretty weird not taking photos anymore, I still get the urge when I go out hiking that my instincts is to take photos but that's a habit after 15+ years of photography but at the same time it's nice to just enjoy the world that you see with your own eyes instead always being behind the camera. Its something I haven't experienced in a long time, it almost feels like you're naked lol.

What's the saying? When a door closes, another one opens?

Gonna miss all of y'all. I'll try to stick around for a while. Photography as a hobby maybe not be a priority for me anymore but its always gonna be part of me. It's who I am but I also recognized that its not longer making me happy so my priority is finding something that makes me feel whole again.

 

[Rickbb]

The dog days of summer are finally broken, mid to low 80's the rest of the week, lows in the low 70's.

 

[Rickbb]

It's been really difficult transitioning into a new stage of my life. I never thought I'd ever give up photography but here I am but deep down there's relief and some pressure lifted but it doesn't make it any easier selling camera equipment and my computer that I've worked hard for to own. But I can't just let it sit and collect dust that its been for months. I'd rather use the money to do something else that will benefit my life more appropriately right now.

I can say that it's pretty weird not taking photos anymore, I still get the urge when I go out hiking that my instincts is to take photos but that's a habit after 15+ years of photography but at the same time it's nice to just enjoy the world that you see with your own eyes instead always being behind the camera. Its something I haven't experienced in a long time, it almost feels like you're naked lol.

What's the saying? When a door closes, another one opens?

Gonna miss all of y'all. I'll try to stick around for a while. Photography as a hobby maybe not be a priority for me anymore but its always gonna be part of me. It's who I am but I also recognized that its not longer making me happy so my priority is finding something that makes me feel whole again.

Take care, you got to do you.

 

[SquarePeg]

The bedroom ceiling and walls aren't bad, the closet was a pain because of the cramped quarters.

Bedroom ceing done, and walls cut in around the ceiling, trim and baseboards. Won't take long to roll the walls. We're just touching up a few small places on the woodwork. It was sprayed with a high gloss enamel when they built the house, and is in surprisingly good condition yet. A good cleaning and it'll be good as new.

Have you tried the little brush things that brace against and run along the ceiling and do the cutting in for you?

Whew! It never ends, does it? But it's great to sit back and enjoy the results. Paint is still the cheapest upgrade out there.

My retirement is official and beginning on 9/13 I will start all my long procrastinated on house projects beginning with my bedroom - paint and possibly some board and batten to give it some character since I like how it works with a minimalistic approach to the walls and "decor" items. It's been really difficult transitioning into a new stage of my life. I never thought I'd ever give up photography but here I am but deep down there's relief and some pressure lifted but it doesn't make it any easier selling camera equipment and my computer that I've worked hard for to own. But I can't just let it sit and collect dust that its been for months. I'd rather use the money to do something else that will benefit my life more appropriately right now.

I can say that it's pretty weird not taking photos anymore, I still get the urge when I go out hiking that my instincts is to take photos but that's a habit after 15+ years of photography but at the same time it's nice to just enjoy the world that you see with your own eyes instead always being behind the camera. Its something I haven't experienced in a long time, it almost feels like you're naked lol.

What's the saying? When a door closes, another one opens?

Gonna miss all of y'all. I'll try to stick around for a while. Photography as a hobby maybe not be a priority for me anymore but its always gonna be part of me. It's who I am but I also recognized that its not longer making me happy so my priority is finding something that makes me feel whole again.

I hope you find what you are looking for. If you like photography but have lost motivation, try another form of artistic expression. Painting, sculpture, poetry... if you do any art please come back and share it in our art thread!

 

[nerwin]

I hope you find what you are looking for. If you like photography but have lost motivation, try another form of artistic expression. Painting, sculpture, poetry... if you do any art please come back and share it in our art thread!

Thank you. I'm not exactly sure what I want. There might be a lot of other factors that made me lose interest in photography. I been dealing with depression for a long time so it might be time to take care of that and maybe I'll reconnect with photography again someday. But I just know that I need a change regardless. Have you ever felt like you were in a loop? That's how I feel and so I feel like making a drastic change in hopes I can finally get out of this loop I been in for years. Change can be good. Photography isn't going anywhere, I think.

Part of me wants to pick up the guitar again, or heck try out the drums. I don't know.

I just want to be happy. Tired of being sad and alone everyday.

 

[cgw]

"What's the saying? When a door closes, another one opens?"

Just make sure you have the key in case it doesn't...

 

[nerwin]

"What's the saying? When a door closes, another one opens?"

Just make sure you have the key in case it doesn't...

Hahaha, I've def forgot my key a few times.

 

[snowbear]

My retirement is official and beginning on 9/13 I will start all my long procrastinated on house projects beginning with my bedroom - paint and possibly some board and batten to give it some character since I like how it works with a minimalistic approach to the walls and "decor" items. It's been really difficult transitioning into a new stage of my life. I never thought I'd ever give up photography but here I am but deep down there's relief and some pressure lifted but it doesn't make it any easier selling camera equipment and my computer that I've worked hard for to own. But I can't just let it sit and collect dust that its been for months. I'd rather use the money to do something else that will benefit my life more appropriately right now.

Not too far behind you. My target is Spring but if they piss me off or we get a house, I may go this year.

 

[smoke665]

My retirement is official and beginning on 9/13

I've been retired from the daily grind for 17 yrs, still involved as a passive investor in some things that seem to take up a lot of my "retired" time, and there's always something needing repaired or maintained around here.

 

[jeffashman]

The dog days of summer are finally broken, mid to low 80's the rest of the week, lows in the low 70's.

I wish...

 

[jeffashman]

My retirement is official and beginning on 9/13

Wonderful! Mine is off another six to seven long years unless something drastic happens.