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After retirement, MARIAN MAASSHOFF started doing old-fashioned ceramics with acrylics at a local shop. Obtaining a kiln, Marian started experimenting with combinations of glazes and underglazes. She eventually created her own style using underglaze stamps until she had enough confidence to create her own style. “I now look back on the progression of my work but continue to learn new technics and enroll in classes. My only limitation is my imagination,” relates Marian. Her inspiration results from the wildflowers on her two-lane road to her home, plus her personal fascination with vintage fabrics that she has or at antique stores. Her favorite project is butter dishes and yarn bowls. Marian says, “Both make wonderful gifts. The ones in the retail world are not as colorful or detailed.” She relates that her butter dishes are handbuilt and unique plus useful. Join Marian in Booth 70 at Saline Middle School on November 11.
Moderate rain, with a high of 50 and low of 20 degrees. Overcast for the morning, light freezing rain in the afternoon, patchy rain nearby overnight.
I have to commend the Saline City manager and engineer for keeping their cool and for their professionalism during the three hour Mill Pond Dam town hall meeting.
I think what's insulting is that the city is bloating the numbers to bolster their case.
Logically, the dam has no practical use. Of course, it's going to cost more. Of course, there's a level of risk there. Of course, over some period of time, it's going to cost more to maintain than a stream.
Life cycle cost analysis is certainly appropriate when considering new assets, but it may not be as appropriate when evaluating existing assets.