Why We Support Historic Districts & Oppose Michigan HB5232
I’d like to tell you the story of a house. A house at 7840 Van Dyke Place. This isn’t just any house. And it’s not just…
Thank you, Detroit
Two years ago this week, we started construction on Matilda, the house we bought here in Detroit for $35,000. So much has changed in the intervening…
Two Years of Progress: Photos
In honor of construction drawing to a close (mostly) after two years, enjoy some of the highlights of our progress on the Detroit House, aka Matilda. Matilda:…
Let There Be Stairs…
It’s been forever since I posted. I know. Some exciting news is coming. Until then, I just wanted to show off a progress photo. Behold,…
Matilda and the First Unitarian Church of Detroit
It’s a sad day here in Detroit. The First Unitarian Church on Woodward Avenue was destroyed by fire this morning. It was built in 1890 —…
Pictures! Finally Some Before + After Images of Detroit House
It’s hard to believe that Karl and I have been living in Matilda for two months now. We aren’t moved in, mind you — all of…
I’m on The Craig Fahle Show!
I’m Detroit famous. I was on The Craig Fahle Show on WDET — the local NPR channel — talking about what it takes to fix up…
Guest Post: I Slept in Matilda!
Last week Stacy Cowley came to Detroit for her quarterly visit and to see Matilda in all her glory. This is her story. — Amy The…
Video Tour of Detroit House: 2nd Floor, Bedroom & Bathroom
Last night Karl and I were supposed to head to Target to get supplies for Stacy’s visit. Things like an aerobed so she has some place…
Still Not Moved In … But We Have Lights
So our plan to be in the house by Dec. 1 was a bit … optimistic. Nope, despite our T-15 days post, it is Dec. 5…
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