Tuesday, August 2, 2011

Not Easy

One of the things I face several times a day is going up and down the stairs to the basement to work on my computer. It is a slog.

The lighting isn't good. On the left you can see three small white dots. These are motion sensor lights that help illuminate the steps. There is a handrail on the left. Tried to install a rail on the right but the are no wood studs to attach it to.

I know that someday we will have to rearrange things so my computer is upstairs. That distresses me because I won't be able to move my computer desk. I'll include photos of that in a forthcoming blog. I built the computer desk by placing a door on top of a couple of filing cabinets. Nice, but I will lose it. 

One time I fell while I was trying to make my way downstairs. Probably trying to carry too much with me on the way. I landed in a heap at the bottom of the stairs. Fortunately I didn't break anything.

Not sure how soon I will move the computer upstairs but if anyone has any suggestions I would like to see them.

2 comments:

  1. That looks to be so very steep. Get that computer upstairs, pronto.

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  2. Hi Craig -

    I don't know what kind of computer you have, but if possible, it might be worth it to invest in a really good laptop with a big screen. That would be easy for you to transport and the new ones have nice, clear screens and are light weight. I seem to recall you are an Apple fan...? Is your Internet connection at home Wi-Fi or plug in only? If it's Wi-Fi, it's easy to get a little USB antenna so you could have your laptop anywhere in the house and be using it. That's what I use with mine and it has a 6-hour battery, so it doesn't even need to be plugged in most of the time. Just a thought - I know it's an expense; however, it's a heck of a lot better than trying to get up and down those steps every day - they look wicked!

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