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Quality Log Construction

Bob O. — Fri, 27 May 2011 14:35:00 GMT

Why the best logs for building a quality home come from the heart of the wood.

Whitewater Rafting on the Hudson

Sharon T. — Mon, 09 May 2011 14:55:00 GMT

Stay with us and raft the mighty Hudson!

Work Breakdown Structure - Defining a Project, Backwards

Fred E. — Sun, 01 May 2011 18:05:00 GMT

A while back I was helping a friend and neighbor research web-based construction management software. While home construction and project management are not my fields, I do have similar business challenges, so the research was educational for both of us.

During that process I came across the concept of a Work Breakdown Structure, a tool used in project management to define discrete work elements. The basic concept is to define planned outcomes, not planned actions. It sounds like simple semantics, until you actually try to think from two perspectives at once.

If you've ever planned or tracked a project with task or to-do lists, you've probably run into the same problems I have - too many tasks, undefined or overlapping tasks, and greater difficulty estimating time and costs. Using a WBS instead forces you to focus on results, leaving the implementation methods flexible.

Cafe Adirondack review "Fantastic Crab Cakes" (5/5)

Lynn E. — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 21:36:02 GMT

I have eaten here before and have never been disappointed. Recently I tried the crab cakes and they were the best I ever had, meaty, flavorful with a crunchy, slightly spiced crust. My compliments to the chef, keep up the great work Cafe Adirondack!

Pete's Ah! - Pizza and Arcade review "Great Red Pepper Soup" (5/5)

Nancy A. — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 19:51:37 GMT

We went to Pete's Ah! for the first time last week. Everyone who came in was ordering the red pepper soup, so we decided to give it a try. It really was excellent! What a unique soup and so tasty. The pizza was very good also. We will definitely be going back.

Forever Sterling review "Love to see your products" (4/5)

David R. — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 01:02:00 GMT

The name of the company is intriguing and seems self-explanatory, and your avatar shows the possibilities of what you probably sell, would love to see any additional pictures you might put in.

Forever Sterling review "Love to see your products" (4/5)

David R. — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 01:02:00 GMT

The name of the company is intriguing and seems self-explanatory, and your avatar shows the possibilities of what you probably sell, would love to see any additional pictures you might put in.

Alpine Lodge review "Attractive" (4/5)

David R. — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:10:20 GMT

Very attractive from the one picture in the profile; would love to see more if you have them as this seems to be the type of place we'd stay on a visit

What is your FAVORITE PART of visiting Natural Stone Bridge and Caves Park?

Greg B. — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 13:40:00 GMT

I've never done a blog before... but for me, everytime I go down on our trails - I can't help but become overwhelmed by the power and beauty of nature. I see new patterns in the rocks and roots - getting me to think of all the past and present history that it displays - and also filling me with a feeling of being connected with these natural forces.

Luna Pizza review "Amazing Moon Pie" (5/5)

Jen S. — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 23:43:56 GMT

my favorite pizza joint!! The best white pizza ever, great atmosphere, a home away from home!! absolutely worth stopping in for a bite

Luna Pizza review "Luna Pizza" (5/5)

abby B. — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 22:12:31 GMT

Luna Pizza has great food. The whole atmosphere is fun and enjoyable. There's music and tv/movies and books and toys for the kids. The menu has a wide variety of food from subs and salads to stuffed shells to pizza. I recommend this resturant anytime your going though Chestertown!