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Jon Penland

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Recycling in Habersham County Georgia

Habersham County Georgia does have recycling facilities. However, hours are limited, the facilities are in poor condition, and are often overwhelmed by the amount of … Read more

Controlling Erosion on a Steep Hillside with Landscape Fabric, Jute Netting, and Junipers

As I mentioned a few days ago, we’re getting a pool. However, my backyard is pretty sloped. As a result, we had to install a … Read more

A photo taken 10 November 2021 showing a pool partially complete. It is empty in the photo and construction tools are visible.

Swimming Pool Coming Spring 2022

This past summer we decided to put in a swimming pool. We’re stretching a bit financially to put the pool in right now. The financially … Read more

King-Size Solid-Wood Platform Bed: Project Complete

About 10 days ago I sat down and sketched out plans to make a solid-wood king-size platform bed. Today, I assembled the bed in our … Read more

DIY Solid Wood King-Size Platform Bed: Getting Started

I’ve since finished this project. You can check out the finished product here. My wife has been shopping for a king-size bed for the last … Read more

My Favorite Posts

Not sure where to start? Here are a few of my personal favorite posts:

  • The Process is the Purpose
  • What I've Learned Working at Kinsta for 5 Years
  • Just Don't Run
  • Showing Up is Half the Battle
  • Don't Be Scared of Sales
  • The Risk and Reward of Specialization
  • King-Size Solid Wood Platform Bed

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