OT - Neighbors Shining Lights
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Comments (11)Writing them a letter, while it may feel to you like the best way of communicating, may not be. You need to look at what's most likely to accomplish your goals, not what feels easiest. I can totally see people getting even more aggravated and hostile toward you ("What are we, not good enough for her to simply TALK to us!?!?!?") On the other hand, if there is history of words being twisted or misinterpreted, maybe a letter IS the right way to go. Just do not approach it from the point of what's easiest for you - that is what I am saying. As for the neighbors' kids potentially injuring themselves on your property, proceed with extreme caution. I am not a lawyer, but I am a financial advisor with some liability insurance experience. Writing a letter saying "control your kids, or I am not responsible if they hurt themselves" will likely not only NOT absolve you of liability (google "attractive nuisance" for some basic legal 101 on this) - it may actually give the neighbors wrong ideas if they are bad people and simply are out to get you. Do you catch my drift? Do not write the letter - not if you see a lawyer and if they ok your plan or even better write it themselves. By the way, that friend who works for the county who told you you would not be liable after you write that letter - yeah, that's a textbook example of giving legal advice, and I am assuming they do not have a license to practice law. Just don't go there with no legal advice, or you'll risk making a bad situation much much worse. On a related note, collect maximum amount of evidence (security cameras are a good idea), even if there's no intention of suing now, while offering minimum evidence to them yourself - no letter writing also for this reason, unless reviewed by a liability attorney. And even evidence collecting or recording of anything is also best approved by a lawyer because state laws differ widely. I would also advise to stay civil and above the fray at all times. (Do not spray the brats with sprinklers or anything like that.) If they do a wrong thing, then you do a wrong thing in response, they can sue you for your wrong thing, which will stand on its own and against you - and separate from what harm you may have suffered previously or since (which you will need to prove, of course, and even if you succeed, no breaking the law in response is ever justified). There's just nothing to be gained by going there, except a short-lived satisfaction perhaps. I love all the advice Helen is giving you. Good stuff and makes a whole lot of sense!...See MoreOT: Exterior garden 'accent' lights
Comments (10)Thanks, Jan! I'm kinda thinking that solar won't work for me now, though. Natal, we do have an outlet - but it's up on the peak of the roof (I suppose it was meant for Christmas lights), and another on the front porch. Nothing in or near the bed, so I guess an electrician would probably be called for and I hesitate to get involved in something that's going to be $$. Still, it might be worth looking into, as I do think it would add quite a lot. I love the way a subtly-lit house/garden looks at night!...See MoreChloe & Others..My Neighbors Glass Block Light(2 Pics)
Comments (12)I usually have someone read over something I've done, if it's long. That poem was so short that it just didn't occur to me. Guess even little things can be screwed up! lol I did my sister's divorce papers, printed them ot and told HER to read over them(6 pages) and if she ended up still married to the guy it was HER fault! lol...See MoreToo much matte finish? When/where to add shine?
Comments (42)Great thread. Can't wait to see all these Scandi rustic-modern kitchens! I love matte and I wouldn't worry about having too much. Love the lighting featured in this thread too. , kitchendetective, where do those light fixtures you posted this afternoon come from? Love that brass Apple pendant too....See Moreles917
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