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Solar: December versus December
Got my bill this month from TXU Energy. I used 696 kWh for the month. Last year this time, we used 1,178 kWh. That’s a 41% reduction in my usage with the solar panel. Woohoo!
My adventure into solar energy – The Decision
A bit about me, I tend to know more than most about the energy space because I work in the industry. So, yes I know solar is inefficient, it’s expensive as a result, and the pay-off is long. However, someone … Continue reading
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I survived. So why do I feel so guilty?
This week my employer laid off my mgr and my director in a restructuring move. I am still grieving for them. A good friend of mine gave me some good advice, saying it is not your burden to bear. . … Continue reading
I just reached 2 mWh
My solar panel has produced over 2 mWh (2000 kWh) in just over 2 months. That’s about 1.5 months of free electricity.
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Solar power international
Today I attended the solar power international conference. I learned a lot and found some cool things I want to buy. Maybe I’ll get a new pool pump when I sell my condo. Oh and someone put in a bid … Continue reading
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Ethan is so much fun
So in the last few months, Ethan’s gotten to be so much fun. He’s much more interactive and is prone to laughter. He likes to play on the swings and he started walking while holding onto our hands.
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Missed Opportunities
You, the COO of my work. Me. First opportunity to really give you the elevator pitch of myself. You. What do you do? Me. I do what no one else wants to do. Stupid self deprecating instincts. Sigh.
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So much to do…
Such a whirlwind of activity lately. I recently got my time split between 2 roles but I didn’t get anything taken away from me. With Ethan, it feels like 3 jobs. Good news is, I’m staying much more busy and … Continue reading
Miss you much..
A couple weeks ago, I had the pleasure of traveling to San Diego for a work conference. I left for the conference Monday night and came home on Thursday. I must say that I wasn’t prepared for how much I … Continue reading
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