(I should just make a macro out of this part. Would save a lot of time!)
Boy have I ever been sloughing off and neglecting my blog. I know this isn't something new but someday I must slow down! At any rate, what's been going on here in the beautiful Northwest?
Woodworking
Get ready to snore.
I've been looking for a particular type of older wood plane on E-Bay for the past four months. I finally found one in Ohio that was for sale at a very reasonable price. It arrived March 28th and in now known as Dad's "Obsession" by my family. They can make fun of me if they want, but little do they know my passion for fluffy shavings. But that's a conversation for my therapist and me so let's move on!The Deer "Fence"
Works like a charm. Not a single deer in my yard for over three weeks! That means only one thing - fresh fruits and vegetables from Father (and Mother)Time's garden this year. It does bother me, however, when I see them peeking through the wires and licking their chops. It bothers me for almost 15 seconds. And then I smile.
Backpacking
The weather is getting warmer and that means the snow will be melting soon. Then watch me stop blogging for months at a time. Oh ya! New lightweight low-temp sleeping bag and one-person tent, plus a weather radio to be tested soon. Have all my GPS points plotted on a map and downloaded to my receiver. If I get lost, it will because I forgot something esoteric like my compass or eyeglasses.
Enough already
I agree. It's time to hustle off and do something useful in the workshop. Today might be a good day to move forward on my Adirondack chair rebuild project. This time, new stainless steel screws, waterproof glue, and a thorough sanding to remove the ancient looking silver color Mother Nature inflicted upon them. Then the obligatory picture will be included on the blog so those of you who read this drivel can pat me on the back. It will be a poignant moment! Gag
