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Bathroom Remodel

Because of a broken bathtub that flooded the floor, we have need for an update to a bathroom in one of my homes.  The house is in a suburb just west of Chicago and was built midcentury early 1950's.  I believe it was built in 1952.  It still has a coal heat stove in the basement although has been retrofitted with central heat and air conditioning throughout.   And although Chicago Water and Fire were able to remove and dry the old boards and remove the tub without damaging any tile, we will have to replace it to install a new tub.   So although I love the design and handiwork of this tile job, it looks like it will...

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Sketching in Chicago

I did something Wednesday that was totally fun and challenging! I met a friend downtown for a drawing and sketching adventure.  We found spots to draw.  I brought my sketchbook and my friend, her iPad.  It was a great experience.  I hope to do it again soon! When I arrived home, I used photos I had taken to add some color with watercolor paint.  My particular sketchbook is designed to hold watercolor paints.  It was a very fun process!  I felt like a kid again while painting in my sketchbook.

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