.::. Some Random Terms .::. • Gable The triangular upper portion of a wall at the end of a pitched roof. It typically has straight sides, but there are many variations. .... • Bonheur du jour Lady's writing desk. It developed in the time of LouisXVI when letter-writing and diaries were a passion of court ladies. .... • Butt two things that touch each other. butt up to each other. butt to a wall. ....