Author: Rockleaf Haven

We learned not only when not to turn on a hot water heater, but also how to triage its problems and replace a busted component.

Ta-da!

Cut, attach, fold and crimp: Rockleaf gets a new top

Not only do we not want a chimney to fall through the roof, we don't want it to fall through the ceiling either. Plus, we could use the bricks.

We hadn't planned to replace the roof the first year of owning the house. Or during a pandemic. But here we are!

What good is a beautiful chandelier that doesn't light? And what's behind that wallpaper, anyway?

The latest additions to Rockleaf came to us from the holidays. Here's a quick update! (Spoiler: Our mailbox is now blue)

Mismatched pieces and a drill that was never meant for serious outdoor projects don't keep us from replacing the gutters... for long, anyway.

Repairs are a big part of fixing up the house but so is removing years of grime.

Life has plenty of difficulties without filthy vinyl floors, a one-knobbed door, a 2-foot high step, and hard-to-find potholders.