there are features of the stairs that can be updated without having to replace the whole staircase to give the impression of a new staircase. i have made a huge effort because not only do i want to prevent myself from binging into any fast food slump, i actually enjoy cooking and creating something enjoyable to eat. in no aspect of life is our human foolishness more manifest than when we assume such an attitude toward god. my first hit came less than 24 hours after the burglary took place. and here i am talking about and writing about them. 