A friend in deed...

Yes, the space was intentional.  My best friend (other than my wife) is Jim Vincill.  Among his many talents is that of an electrician.  He called to tell me he wanted to get started working on the rewiring process in the Nickel Manor.  He found an electrician who was willing to pull the permit and safety check our work (for a reasonable fee, or course).  When the wiring gets really rolling, everything else gets in gear as well.  Thanks, man!