February 20, 2006
Lean Pickings
The muse, or whatever that is, has definitely abandoned me today. No passion, I am scraping the bottom for dry facts, an adequate photo.
My gas fireplace was installed today, complete, but for the plumbing inspection. Technically it would be a violation to use it before the inspection, but it's so cute and toasty I won't be able to resist. In fact it enhances the lines of the existing fireplace which is a welcome surprise. As you know, the only reason I had it installed was as an alternative source of heat, should the electricity fail for one of many impending reasons. The fact that it looks great was unexpected.
The installers, who had to climb up on the roof to weave the pipes down the chimney were brothers from Sarajevo. They clearly didn't want to talk about Sarajevo-- with me at least. I did try, since I have had Sarajevo on the mind lately, but I am left to simply appreciate the synchronicity.
Finally I have two luxurious items to recommend for your emergency stores. Canned butter , a new sensation from Down Under which, if you wouldn't be caught dead eating yourself, would be a fabulous barter item. And, for those us who worry about our hair under any conditions, there is no rinse shampoo. It comes in a variety of sizes so you can order a travel size for your go bag, if you have room.
Photo note: No muse, no photo note
Posted by Dakota at February 20, 2006 06:37 AM