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| Subject: Re: FIRE checker for Fools | Date: 8/14/2003 8:48 AM | |
| Author: rainphakir | Number: 363 of 4981 | |
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well, I was a student for many years, but when I finally got outta school, I crossed that line in about 5 years. At that point my 'wealth' jumped markedly. I used part of my savings to build a house. I had a property with a 'garage' on it. I tripled the size and converted that into a house. I did a large part of the work myself. Building the house is THE best thing I've ever done. The sense of accomplishment cannot be beat, nor the self-confidence of having done it. I had never built anything before - but I did spend one summer as an electrician's helper, which gave me the confidence to tackle the electrical wiring. A plumber friend helped me plan the plumbing. I read books and drew plans for the framing, doors, windows, and finishing work. The effect of the house on my 'wealth' is/was secondary to the internal self confidence and accomplishment. ralph |
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