I really enjoy taking apart leaky taps (and toilets and sink-drains) and fixing them, though of course it's more pleasant when the relevant parts are easily accessible. It's a nice little mechanical bit of household magic. :-)

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The ability to persevere at a job that feels like a waste of time is a sadly necessary part of modern life. :P I haven't got it, and my life would be better if I had. *hugs*