My first cell phone resembled a black, plastic brick that, I believe, weighed more than the neighbor's dog.
Unlike many of today's belt-hanging mini computers, my phone didn't "flip" anything, unless you count the telescoping antenna that snapped off in a light breeze.
During the last 15 years, mobile communication, like most technology, has jumped forward with nearly every shiny gadget that has hit the retail market.
However, not every advancement has discovered the same profit niche as cell phones.
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Either to save on cost or just to have pride in a job well done, many homeowners take on do-it-yourself projects rather than call in an expert.
From bathrooms to basements, weekend contractors often attempt tackle even the most daunting home improvement ventures.
What home projects have you completed?
E-mail Sean Adkins at sadkins@ydr.com with before-and-after pictures of the your most recent home projects.
Include your name, phone number and a description of the project.

