In a message that reads like a ]{en Follett novel, Subscriber "Buckeye"
inquires about whether or not to install a drywall ceiling in the basement:

<<  She says, it's not like tourists will be visiting.
I say, don't ignore the touristic potential. I, for one, will come.

<<  I asked around, and people said we should take this to the experts.
Sounds like they were all too busy to help you.

<< A fellow I know at work found your address for me.
Is he licensed to find addresses?

<< He is modest and asked that his name not be used.
I see - felony rap, another deuce left to serve.  Right?

My suggestion:  leave the criss-crosses, replace the joists with drywall.
Don't forget to use that newfangled steel wool anchor stuff that Drew Diaz is
so hot on.

Signed,  N. Geneer