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I’ve Finally Found It… Adorable Doggie Yard Art!

I've had my eye out for that perfect one-of-a-kind figurine or statue to grace the front porch of our new log home for awhile now. Since I don't want anything too 'tacky', I honestly didn't think I'd ever be able to find something cute, fun, AND classy. But I think I may have finally found it. Check out these life-size dog welcome statues!

Why We Decided To Build Our Log Home With Honest Abe Log Homes As The Log Provider

We are very fortunate to have found them all: a log provider, a builder, and a general contractor that we are completely comfortable with. Here's why we chose Honest Abe Log Homes and why we stuck with them through lots of changes, ups & downs.

How We Found The Best General Contractor In Tennessee

Here's why we chose John Roach to be the general contractor to build our new log home in Williamson County Tennessee. Plus, some tips for what to look for in a GC, and some recommendations for general contractors in Middle Tennessee.

Some Notes About The GE Stoves, Cooktops & Microwaves That We Like Best

I mostly concentrated on the products that stood out to me as the best from the get-go. In my mind, we'll probably be buying one of these microwave/convection ovens, and one of these cooktop/stoves...

French Door Refrigerators vs Side-By-Side Refrigerators

Some of the pros and cons of side by side refrigerators vs french door refrigerators...

A Custom Log Cabin Playhouse

Check out this custom log cabin playhouse! This one was made for the Make A Wish Foundation, but they have a kit so you can make one yourself.

Rustic Christmas Ornaments That Would Look Great In A Log Cabin Or A Log Home

Here are my favorite rustic ornaments for Christmas trees...

Should We Get A Freezerless Refrigerator AND A Standalone Freezer Instead Of A Side-By-Side?

Since freezerless models don't appear to have the built-in ice & water dispenser, the plan now is to buy regular refrigerator -- with or without a freezer attached, but DEFINITELY with lots of fresh food storage capacity -- for the kitchen and also buy a standalone full-size freezer for the pantry, for all our frozen food needs. In my mind, that's the best of both worlds. Yay... I think I've finally found the answer to our cold food storage needs!

Underdecking Update: Another Meeting With Undercover Systems Of Tennessee

I met with reps at Undercover Systems... again. We've been considering their underdecking for awhile now. And I have to say, I really like this company. They're no-pressure, honest & upfront. Here are the details of what it would take -- and what it would cost -- to install underdecking on our new log home...

My Review Of Various Side-By-Side Refrigerators And French Door Refrigerators

Here are the notes from my reviews of refrigerators. In the end, the GE Profile Energy Star and Maytag Ice20 were my top choices for refrigerators.

Washers And Dryers And Refrigerators… Oh My!

Overall, GE -- mostly their Profile line -- and Maytag -- also sold as Whirlpool -- have kitchen appliances, washers and dryers that seem far superior to me than all of the other brands I looked at.

The Exciting Process Of Digging A Ditch And Putting In A Culvert

If you're building a home on a private piece of property, chances are you'll have to put in a ditch and a culvert. Here's how it went for us... including photos of the culvert, ditch, and driveway.

Which Is Best?… A Basement Garage, A Separate Attached Garage, Or A Detached Garage?

I learned a few things about the differences between attached garages vs detached garages vs basement garages. Here's what I found...

Our Journey to Find Affordable Log Home Insurance (And What We Learned)

Discover why log home insurance is so expensive and what you can do about it. We share our experience and the best companies for log home coverage

Cleaning Tips For Artificial Plants & Silk Flower Arrangements

Some tips regarding silk plants, faux trees, fake flower arrangements, and artificial plants. First and foremost... here's how to clean them!

See How We Incorporated The Craftsman / Arts & Crafts Style Into Our Log Home Bungalow

Without a doubt, our log home will be more like a bungalow with some interesting angles, curves & unique hardware, rather than purely straight lines and squares. But it wasn't until we started fine-tuning the details like a big wooden speakeasy door with a dentil shelf -- Arts & Crafts; prairie style windows -- Craftsman; tapered columns and wide steps on the porches -- bungalow that we even realized we were gravitating toward the Craftsman style of home architecture and decor which encompasses all of these things, and more.

Digging A Well: What You Need To Know

Little known facts about wells and water usage. Here's everything we've learned about digging a well, including proposed costs to dig a well in Williamson County, Tennessee.

Unique Features & Design Elements Found In An Arts & Crafts Style Home Or Craftsman Bungalow

Here are some easy ways to spot a Craftsman style home... What to look for and what to include if you wish to build a Craftsman style home or an Arts & Crafts style log home.

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