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  • Day 90 out of 365 – Friday, March 31st, 2023.

    090 of 365 - Friday, 31st March 2023

    The author reflects on her father’s life, who would have celebrated his 99th birthday. Her father had been fostered and then adopted at a young age and grew up in Cheltenham. He initially worked as a radio engineer before marrying the author’s mother in 1947 and moving to Bath, where he worked as an insurance agent for the rest of his life. The author describes him as a resourceful and family-oriented person who loved gardening and electronics. He helped design and build the family home and enjoyed caravan holidays with his family, often to Sandy Bay near Exmouth. Her father was interested in nature and was a fan of the ideas of E. F. Schumacher, the writer of Small is Beautiful: A Study of Economics As If People Mattered. He supported the Liberal Party in politics and was a ham radio enthusiast during his retirement. The author fondly remembers spending time with him in his small orchard and working on woodwork projects in the garage. Her father’s dementia first appeared in his early 70s, and he passed away at the age of 80, leaving the author with many happy memories and lessons learned from him.

    Posted by Margaret Stranks on 2023-03-31 10:13:37

  • Console Table Featuring a Built-In Power Outlet – 20230114

    20230114 Console Table with Power Outlet

    The author of this content shares their experience in making their first piece of furniture, a power core console table behind the couch. They originally came across a custom-made console on Etsy for about $350 and decided to make one themselves. They bought materials from Home Depot for $36 and also invested in a few new tools such as a chisel set and torch kit.

    Working on the project little by little over the following months, they eventually completed the console and felt a great sense of accomplishment. They had learned about woodworking, how to use a torch, and tried chisel, sawing, and filing. The total cost was $165, including materials and tools they didn’t have at the time, which was half the cost of buying it on Etsy.

    The author emphasizes the satisfaction of building something from scratch and experiencing the feeling of making it themselves. This experience highlights the value of DIY projects and the importance of learning new skills to accomplish personal goals.

    Posted by Fob on 2023-02-22 03:40:51

  • The Downtown Knoxville, Tennessee Building of Holston National Bank, Listed on NRHP as #79002446

    Holston National Bank Building (NRHP #79002446) - Downtown Knoxville, Tennessee

    The Holston National Bank is located in Downtown Knoxville, Tennessee, and was constructed between 1912 and 1913 by Norfolk architect John Kevan Peebles in the Neo-Classical Revival style. It was built by the George Fuller Construction Company of New York, the marble work was executed by Knoxville firm Fenton Construction Company, and the interior woodwork was done by the Edgefield and Nashville Manufacturing Company of Nashville. The building’s initial height was twelve stories, but two additional stories housing a penthouse were added in circa 1928.

    The building is a distinguished landmark in Knoxville’s skyline, and for many years, it was the headquarters for Knoxville’s most significant financial institution. It is also the only high-rise structure in Knoxville designed in the Neo-Classical Revival style, with rich materials used in both the interior and exterior. The design of the decoration is also unusual for a community that typically had austere commercial buildings. These unique qualities resulted in the building being added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 2, 1979, for its commercial importance in Knoxville and architectural contributions to the city. It was also included in the Gay Street Commercial Historic District listing on the NRHP on November 4, 1986.

    The building’s physical stature became a defining point of Downtown Knoxville, with the corner of South Gay Street and Clinch Avenue becoming the busiest pedestrian corner in the city. Many prominent professionals and businesses maintained offices in the building over the years, reinforcing its significance in the community.

    The three bracketed photos were taken with a handheld Nikon D7200 and combined with Photomatix Pro to create an HDR image. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop CS6.

    Jeremiah 29:11 is a Bible verse displayed in the image’s caption, stating that the Lord has plans to prosper and give hope to those who believe in Him.

    Posted by J.L. Ramsaur Photography on 2023-04-05 12:55:45

  • Downtown Knoxville’s James Park House (listed on NRHP as #72001242)

    James Park House (NRHP #72001242) - Downtown Knoxville, Tennessee

    The James Park House in Knoxville, Tennessee is a building of historical significance due to its architectural distinction from the earliest period of Knoxville’s history. The interior of the house retains its fine Federal woodwork, which was probably handcrafted by Thomas Hope, an early Knoxville joiner, cabinet maker, and architect. The lot on which the house stands was purchased by John Sevier, Tennessee’s first Governor and namesake of Sevier County and Sevierville in East Tennessee. However, as Sevier did not have sufficient funds to complete his mansion, the foundations and basement walls were built by him and later sold to James Park, who had recently come to America from Ireland with his brother William.

    Despite the house’s current location in the Downtown Knoxville area, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) on October 18, 1972, and continues to remain on that list today. The original documents submitted to the NRHP provide information about the historic significance of the James Park House.

    The photographer of the HDR image used in the content captured three bracketed photos with a handheld Nikon D7200 and combined them with Photomatix Pro. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop CS6.

    The content ends with a quote from Jeremiah 29:11, which states that God has plans for individuals to prosper and give hope for the future. The photographer recommends viewing their photostream through Flickriver for the best experience.

    Posted by J.L. Ramsaur Photography on 2023-03-27 12:17:43