Spring has come to Northern Michigan, and we have begun to enjoy the longer days and mostly nicer weather. The sun is returning, and the light is wonderfully warming after the cold winter. With the coming of the light, comes another of the great warm weather traditions: Projects. I’m not sure how it is in other states, but here in Michigan, spring also means the beginning of road construction. Once cannot drive anywhere without running into the orange cones and guys in hard hats. We do the same thing at home. Once the snow recedes the desire to dig in the dirt increases as does the need to make repairs…