January 5, 20188 yr comment_136325 January 2018..... Who'da thunk it? Many years ago, my wife's great grandmother told us to enjoy our lives while we're young because they fly by quickly. We thought she was crazy but she was right as rain. Like many parts of the nation we have been sub-zero for much of the week. One night was 12 below zero with a nice stiff wind. Luckily, my shop is well insulated and heated. Allen Worsham got a taste of Tennessee winters this week and managed to snag the flu while they were visiting. I spoke with Larry Buskirk today (he said "HI" to everyone) and he said the temps in Wisconsin were nasty. Enough of the weather. After a couple of weeks off I'm back in the shop building a pair of cherry bookcases for a customer. I had a friend drop off a never used Carvewright CNC router to learn but that's a week or so away. Tomorrow, my son and daughter and I am going to a large genealogical library in Ft Wayne, Indiana as we continue to search our family tree. This has been an ongoing project of mine for nearly 40 years and now that I have my kids interested, the search is more fun. That's my short term plan. What's on your weekend agenda, fellow Patriot Woodworkers? Report
January 5, 20188 yr Popular Post comment_136326 My wife and I are having "Christmas" with my family since we had her family at our place on Christmas. As for the weather, it warmed up out of the 40's and is nearing 60 today. Still near freezing at night. I will take our HOT summers over the cold everyone else is getting right now. Report
January 6, 20188 yr comment_136334 Well, it's 10° here and a wind chill of -5. Started a little turning today. Mounted it with a paper joint to a waste block. I'll wait until tomorrow to make sure it is good and set. Gonna put those Easy Wood Tools thru their paces! Report
January 6, 20188 yr Popular Post comment_136336 It's been a very busy and hectic week coupled with enduring the challenges of the extreme, record setting cold; Swim practice cancelled for tomorrow AM, so rest in. A couple of errands later Sat.; church Sunday; Sunday PM weather prognosis is getting bleaker so likely moving snow and get prepared for the kids to return to school Monday; Also enjoy the extra 2-1/2 minutes of daylight we gain Sat. and again Sunday. PS...hang out with the great people at TPW 73d 16h 27m 01s 'til spring Edited January 6, 20188 yr by Grandpadave52 Report
January 6, 20188 yr comment_136342 I haven't noticed the longer days yet. Maybe it's because the overcast had blocked it. Report
January 6, 20188 yr comment_136344 Still remember when Friday meant something special...... maybe I can get a bit done on that Stepback Cupboard.....might even build a drawer? Report
January 6, 20188 yr comment_136371 13 hours ago, Chips N Dust said: My wife and I are having "Christmas" with my family since we had her family at our place on Christmas. As for the weather, it warmed up out of the 40's and is nearing 60 today. Still near freezing at night. I will take our HOT summers over the cold everyone else is getting right now. Right on, Kelly!! Winter has been mild...so far... here on the mesa. But, even mild means cold. It's just inconveniently uncomfortable. This too shall pass...not any too soon either. Looking forward to a live edge river table build. And doing some experimenting with the laser. The shop is heated. It's that 20 foot trek from the house to the shop that's a bear. Edited January 6, 20188 yr by Gene Howe Report
January 6, 20188 yr Popular Post comment_136377 14 hours ago, Ron Dudelston said: What's on your weekend agenda, fellow Patriot Woodworkers? Just general clean up Ron. Honey Do's. It's about a high of mid 70's this weekend so I don't get to make the "Cold Weather" excuses that the rest of ya'll get to make for staying in. I admire you midwest and east coast folks who actually get to hibernate for the winter, us south west folks have to work year round non stop on our yards and shops and home exteriors. But hey, the grass is always greener right! I repaired some roofing tiles yesterday, and today I'll be taking my youngest daughter to her horse riding lessons. Last night my daughter was also at the same stables helping to break a young lad by the name of Armani. Armani is only two years old and he's pretty spunky and likes to kick and buck, but our girl seems to have a relationship with this horse that others have not been able to build upon, and she is one of the only riders that can ride him with control. Last night around sunset, I caught em both walking back to the stables. She had been riding him saddled for about a good hour, he's developed a good layer of sweat and she pulled the saddle and "hot walked" him for a few minutes to cool him down thus why no saddle in this pic. Parents try to get at least one big ticket item to put under the Christmas tree for their kids, this year we found a nice pair of Justin's for our girl, so in addition to working out the two year old, she's also breaking in her new dogs. Her feet are the ones on the left just in case you're confused. So dad got's "hang out with daughter" duty today at her riding session, and I'll be cleaning up the landscape around our home, when I get back, and tomorrow we rest. We hope you all have a great weekend and be safe, specially those in cold country, that stuff is serious! Report
January 6, 20188 yr comment_136378 Armani's handsomeness is only eclipsed by her beautiful trainer. Good looking Justins, too. Report
January 6, 20188 yr comment_136379 Just now, Gene Howe said: Armani's handsomeness is only eclipsed by her beautiful trainer. Good looking Justins, too. That's her mama in her Gene, I had nothing to do with that I assure you! Report
January 6, 20188 yr Popular Post comment_136381 10 minutes ago, John Morris said: That's her mama in her Gene, I had nothing to do with that I assure you! Yeah, she's got hair. Report
January 6, 20188 yr Popular Post comment_136383 "Plan" for today? Build a drawer. Anyone want to come over and help? One of the "perks" of my shop...it IS in the basement of the house..... Report
January 6, 20188 yr Popular Post comment_136384 7 minutes ago, steven newman said: "Plan" for today? Build a drawer. Anyone want to come over and help? One of the "perks" of my shop...it IS in the basement of the house..... If I lived near Steve, I most certainly would love to come over and just sit nearby and watch! Report
January 6, 20188 yr Popular Post comment_136390 39 minutes ago, John Morris said: If I lived near Steve, I most certainly would love to come over and just sit nearby and watch! Ditto! Even an OLD dog can learn new tricks! May not remember them, but...... John Report
January 6, 20188 yr Popular Post comment_136422 Well...right now, after 4-1/2 hours of cussing.. It is sitting in the clamps.... Meh, will just have to do...a bit out of practice....they are a bit of a PITA to do... Report
January 7, 20188 yr comment_136457 13 hours ago, John Morris said: Just general clean up Ron. Honey Do's. It's about a high of mid 70's this weekend so I don't get to make the "Cold Weather" excuses that the rest of ya'll get to make for staying in. I admire you midwest and east coast folks who actually get to hibernate for the winter, us south west folks have to work year round non stop on our yards and shops and home exteriors. B Last night around sunset, I caught em both walking back to the stables. She had been riding him saddled for about a good hour, he's developed a good layer of sweat and she pulled the saddle and "hot walked" him for a few minutes to cool him down thus why no saddle in this pic. So dad got's "hang out with daughter" duty today at her riding session, and I'll be cleaning up the landscape around our home, when I get back, and tomorrow we rest. We hope you all have a great weekend and be safe, specially those in cold country, that stuff is serious! Dad need to get some waterproof on dem boots so the patties don't do damage. You know you could move to the mountains and ski instead of mow. Report
January 7, 20188 yr comment_136459 9 minutes ago, Gerald said: us south west folks have to work year round non stop on our yards change to no maint landscaping... winter is for enjoyment.. not hibernating... Report
January 7, 20188 yr comment_136506 14 hours ago, Gerald said: You know you could move to the mountains and ski instead of mow. Talk about going downhill fast.... John Report
January 7, 20188 yr comment_136510 On 1/6/2018 at 10:13 AM, steven newman said: One of the "perks" of my shop...it IS in the basement of the house..... Mine's there too, but it is still cold! Report
January 7, 20188 yr comment_136515 2 hours ago, HARO50 said: Talk about going downhill fast.... John Only if there's a good base down...gotta watch out for the trees though Report
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