Happenings and Goings On

There has been much ablaze about at the BkE these past months and I feel that all friends of the BkE that cannot visit regularly should be in the know concerning the life and times of the current heroes here. Or, more specifically, what they have been doing to the residence.

As Harrison wrote some time ago, we have a garden. What wasn't reported was the result of that decision to have a garden. Housemaster Bus came up to Logan a few times to orchestrate and help the tearing down of a fence and tearing out of grass followed by a rototilling of dirt and building up of a new fence. The new fence is smart looking, and not rotting away as the old one. The newly uncovered earth has proved to be a great garden. So far, our garden holds radishes (harvested already), zucchinis, bell peppers, squash, watermelon, pumpkin, tomatoes, beans, corn and potatoes.

In the interior, the BkE wall of fame is coming along rather nicely, only lacking a few several pictures. In the exquisite BkE theater, another couch tier has been added, increasing comfort and visibility (although that claim has been contested). Sanora Adele, our media center computer, is also trying the Windows 7 beta on for size and so far, likes it muchly as it allows much improved use of the DVR capabilities which haven't been used for months. Old Molly, Sanora's predecessor, was dragged out of storage for potential use as a BkE Internet server. Her progress has been slow as of yet.

Last in the news, we have been sorrowful to lose so many heroes from the BkE. But where there is loss, there is room for growth and we are now accepting applications to join our ranks.

And now, one more item of business. Butterknife Estates is in need of a logo and we need your help in making one. Whether you know a graphic designer, are one, or fancy yourself as proficient in the field at the very least, then we submit this petition to you: help us create a sign for ourselves! Who knows, maybe we could put BkE on the maps with this endeavor. Send your logo design to mrmcplad@gmail.com.

Wall of Fame Part 3

Dear diary,

You should say dear blog. Thad and Amanda held me up by my feet, not upside-down, but that would have been cool too. Check out ALL the pictures on the wall, you too could have your place on the wall; real estate is going quickly, however. Get your stake-out-your-place on. Is it hot yet?

That's enough group collaboration. Harrison will type whatever anyone says. Sheesh!

This is an opportunity for all former Butterknife Estates residents to submit an 8x10 inch black and white photo. Please follow the examples of those who have gone before. We have four photographs out of a possible twelve. Space is limited, so ACT NOW!

Here is our layout.And here is a closeup. Widdershins from top: Willie Gillespie, Matt Gillespie, Steve Gillespie...those Gillespies (except one).This is Coach's picture and his witticism: "There's no can't in TEAM!"And this is how we nailed them all up.For a virtual tour of our stairwell, open this link in Internet Explorer. Also, see Part 1 and Part 2.

Who is Nancy?

BkE Jeopardy!

Category: Rhymes

Answer:

Little Nancy Etticoat

in a white petticoat

and a red nose.

The longer she stands,

the shorter she grows.

Jennie answered it after a glance. Nobody else figured it out. See if you can guess. Remember to phrase it in the form of a question. Don't respond if you resort to Googling.

We Will Be Self Sustaining

I have been destroying the back yard for two days now. Why? Because I'm starting what I hope will be one of the better things to happen to this house: a garden! Thanks to lack of maintenance in the past, these "garden beds" have proven to be quite some adversaries. However, it's hot, so I'm taking a break now, and I've managed to whip up this fancy little picture of what should be expected from now on. It's...mostly to scale. I also have planting boxes with parsley and oregano growing. Let's hope everything turns out decently.

Losing Members

This past weekend the BKE has just lost one of it's recent members, and will probably be replaced soon after this post
we will now have a moment of silence..... thank you for that moment.

Hall of Fame Part 2

According to plan, Butterknife Estates alumni will soon be immortalized on the BkE stairwell wall-of-fame! Twelve matching frames were just purchased at the DI and now we are only awaiting photograph submissions from our loyal alums.

If you once lived here, please send us an 8x10 inch black and white print, signed by you. Feel free to write a short personal message (something like "Nothing's finer than eating in your diner," only good).

Here is an example:

Also, please stake out a spot for your picture. We have taken the liberty of creating a virtual tour of our stairwell walls. You can access it HERE!

It only works (for me) in internet explorer. Allow ActiveX to run and install the little program it needs and then let your minds be dazzled! Comment below on which frame you would like your picture to hang in.

No More Butterknife Squalor!

History in the hygiene of BkE friends and residents was made today with the arrival of an all-new robotic vacuum. That is correct, BkE now sports a Roomba! For those who are not familiar with the concept of Roomba, it is a near-sentient, self-charging, automated vacuum. It slips under couchs and into tight places with ease. With its sweeping and dust collection abilities, BkE will be cleaner than ever before. That's right, choose Roomba for all your vacuuming needs! Well, in any case, we have, and we shall soon reap the benefits of having a cleaner, happier BkE. Not just because of the direct vacuuming effects of the Roomba, but also because we'll have to keep the house uncluttered from now on to use it.

As of my knowledge right now, this particular Roomba remains unnamed. In order for it to not be picked on by Sanora, Amelie, Charlestonbury and Molly, it needs a name. A name that speaks for its amazing abilities and profound importance at BkE.

On a more unfortunate note, Thad's projectoritis has been acting up recently. It seems that our donations only helped send it into remission. Let us strive together to rid Thad of this unseemly disease once and for all!