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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Goodbye, old friend. May you treat your new friend as kindly as you treated me these 28 years. Keep your new friend safe and secure.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Okay, I found these prints. Last week I'm pretty sure I heard a bobcat. This morning, there were 2 stay good in the area. So my question is ... Are these dog prints or big cat prints?

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

We really need to discuss sleeping arrangements.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

I woke up just before 6, washed clothes had breakfast, washed dishes, swept & mopped. The reunion seemed to be a complete success. People appreciated how the past was honored, but the house has my personality. Everyone has headed back home. It was a good day. It feels good to finally sit down.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

The house went on the market on Friday. I accepted an offer today. Let's see how the house fairs with the inspection tomorrow, the disclosure, and the appraisal. The realtor is optimistic. Me? I'm a nervous wreck! Plus she wants to close on April 1st.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

I splurged on myself. With all the chaos, I thought something nice was in order. It's also rainy, and it helps brighten things up inside.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Making progress on the guest room.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

It really is peaceful out here this morning.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

I placed my first ever curbside / pick-up order. Luckily I was able to do it late last night while all the spots were free. It's such a strange feeling having someone else do what I've done. But I just don't have time to get everything done today.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 10/01/2026

It's 42 degrees / 5.5 C. I've just heated some cold brew coffee. After this crazy week is day it's time to just veg out a little before I get going today.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

I ran out of gas about 10 minutes before the mower did ... But I kept at it until it appeared the first time. Here's hoping you can tell where it's been mowed and where it hasn't. And, yes that's the push mower I'm using.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 26/12/2025

I know I'm neurotic. I get it. I'm also a complete dork. I accept that - heck I embrace it! I've thought about the first movie I play in the new home - Star Trek, Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Alfred Hitchcock - the possibilities are endless! I've finally decided on the first movie to set the tone.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

I received a package in the mail from the one and only @jrobertdeans.bsky.social today! He's amazing, and ridiculously talented! Go check him out!

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

Jack & Cliff came by on Saturday. They said essentially they just need to do a make ready on the house in Bryan. This Wednesday. Day after tomorrow. I've got to get the garage sorted & cleaned out AND get everything out of the house (he's putting in flooring) mostly by Wednesday. #ABitStressed

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

Went to the storage unit last night. I was grabbing some totes, & I turned around and saw it. For a split second I thought, "I don't remember bringing a rope in here." I used the flashlight on my phone to confirm what I already knew. The rest of the boxes will be going in plastic bags for a bit.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

Today was fun. Had a blowout. Then I couldn't get the spare lowered. A tow I called a towing company, and he was nice enough to let me know I put the small end in to lower the spare. I should have turned it around and used the big end. I feel like an idiot. A complete idiot.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

I got rear-ended this morning - not bad. For a split second, I thought she screeched her tires long enough, but no. She bumped me. Luckily, I drive a pickup. She knocked the dust off my bumper. Her license plate is mangled & her bumper may be cracked. This wasn't in my top 10 ways to start today.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

Who ordered the extra large side of muggy this morning? I broke a sweat just walking out to the truck this morning. It's below 80 degrees, but the humidity is back, and it brought reinforcements. *Pant-pant*

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 21/09/2025

I really thought Cliff bumped his head when he dropped off the sparkly backsplash. But the more I saw it and the more I smiled, I knew it was right. Now that it's installed ... OH MY WORD! It was really the right choice!

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

Looking at backsplash, and I'm at a loss. Cliff found a backsplash that he thinks may work. I saw it and it's a little sparkly. If I'm being honest, it made me think of a friend who is also an incredible creator - and it made me smile. So I may have found my kitchen backsplash.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

Countertops are installed. I know we started with the countertops in regards to color, but it amazes me how the countertops just solidifies everything.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

I will say I know the guest bathroom may be the darkest room in the house, but ... I kinda don't care.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 24/08/2025

The kitchen, the window sills, and the baseboards.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

You ever receive work emails that just unload on you, accusing you of things that, well, they've done all along, and you're honestly just struggling to keep your head above water? I hate to use the "R" word, but it's almost time for retirement. I'm worn out.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

The shower is coming along nicely. And the front door and side door are HUGE! 42" (called a 3-6) wide and 8' tall.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

I finally saw Grandmother's and Granddaddy's bathtub refinished. My reaction was ... More than I expected. I think it caught the guys off guard. I was able to choke out that the tub was my grandparents ... Which caused them to relax a bit. But I never realized THAT was why it was a claw foot!

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

Jack is ready to work on the flooring. Gotta admit, I like the color and the contrast with the wall color.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

The good news is that I found the tile for the shower. I thought the tile was kind of powerful. I picked it out as a fantasy. It's just a tad over budget. The floor will be the rock in the lower right in front of the tile. The tile is 24" x 48". It'll probably run between $1000 to $1500 extra.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 12/07/2025

Made it out to the country today. I know there's been a lot of rain out there but it was pretty stinking dry! The rivers were full, but still in their banks. They've gotten 2 costs of primer on the interior walls & with 2 coats of paint. There are some corrections to be made & a 3rd coat left.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

You ever have one of those days where there's just so much stupid flowing, and you want to tell people to pace themselves because it's only Monday? Just me? Okay.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 07/07/2025

I nearly went to the country yesterday to check on things, but the rain hit, & I decided the smart move would be to stay in Bryan. Today I looked - roads are closed due to flooding. Even if I COULD have made it out there I wouldn't be able to make it back. I got lucky staying home this weekend.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

My boss walked in my office yesterday morning at 8:35 and handed me a pink post-it note. She wrote, "How about we do your evaluation at 9?" No, the irony was not lost on me - giving me a "pink slip" in regards to my evaluation. Long story short - I'm employed for another year! *whew*

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

I was a lot smaller, a lot stronger, and a lot more flexible 20 years ago. The kitchen sink cabinet was also A LOT BIGGER! But I'm relieved to say the kitchen faucet has been replaced, and it does not leak. I may just be lazy for a bit, now.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

Dear cat, Deliberately moving your tail under foot as I'm trying to step over you (because you refuse to move) WILL make me fall. Standing there, screaming at me as I'm falling as gracefully as I can, scratching my leg and knocking everything off the table DOES NOT HELP! AT ALL! Sincerely, Me

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 14/06/2025

I'm feeling kinda icky after meeting with Jack yesterday. He said they came out last Saturday to a smoldering fire in front of the house. I told him it was nasty and full of plastic. He didn't know who did it. The trespasser also left some big burned out lightbulbs. I feel kinda violated again.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

Got a couple of messages from the builder. We are doing a slightly rounded entry that separates the living area from the bathrooms and bedrooms. And we are putting a 45 degree angle on the entry for the office. It will handle overflow from the living room.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 31/05/2025

I met with Jack today. He said I did good with the countertops. He was afraid I was going with a countertop with the gold flecks in it. We've also decided on rubbed bronze faucets. He's getting those ordered, now. And a potential light grey for the walls. But the wall color is subject to change!

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 10/05/2025

Walking in, turning to the left is the dining room and the kitchen. Then the living room to the right and turning back to the front door. Walked over to the office and through it, then back to the living area, to the hallway, and finally to the guest room.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

I was a little shocked when I walked in today. And NOT just because the builder texted me about 30 seconds after walking in. I forgot he has camera EVERYWHERE!

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

It amazes me how much changes every time I come out here. #Home

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 06/04/2025

I think things are progressing nicely. The windows should be installed this week - starting tomorrow. It's really taking shape. Walking around, everything seems so close together. But I think it will feel "bigger" once the interior walls go up.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 29/03/2025

Jack said he wanted to get the metal walls up on Thursday. I told him I was more concerned with their safety than getting the walls up. Which one happened? A) The weather kept them from putting up the metal walls Thursday and Friday. B) The walls are really Transparent Aluminum.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

I slipped out to the country after work.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

Well, the builder hit the water line, so I had to call the water company and have them drive out to either shut off the water or patch the line. I've also just paid for kitchen appliances. Now I've got to look at coughing up 1100 for the electric company to get electricity back out there. 🤦‍♂️

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

We're getting the hail best out of us.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

Rest, my friend. You've earned it. I hope you knew how much better my life has been because of you. I know this isn't "Goodbye," but rather, "Until we meet again."

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

A briar bush decided to reach out and shake hands with me this afternoon.

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Allen / Beagz13 @beagz13.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

waiting for the last truck, and I figured the quickest way to make it show up would be to come back home. And it worked - I met the last cement truck about a mile from the house.

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