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All Hands on Deck!

All Hands on Deck!

06 08 2014

No, we are not going sailing, we are referring here to your home's deck. Summer is approaching and your deck may need some maintenance and care so you can enjoy it all Summer long. Our friend Robert R … read more
Only As Good As...

Only As Good As...

08 10 2013

As I write this, heading into the Labor Day weekend, I am reminded once again about how our society 'looks down' on the trades and the people who work with their hands. We have discussed before how sh … read more
New Tricks for Old Shop Dogs

New Tricks for Old Shop Dogs

02 21 2013

I know the saying is; "You can't teach an old dog new tricks", but is that really how it works? I am convinced that the 'dog' gets old when he stops learning new tricks. Yes, I am firmly convinced tha … read more
Need to Fill a Sock?

Need to Fill a Sock?

12 20 2012

Well, this is our shameless Holiday blog episode, brought to you firmly tongue in cheek!I have to begin with a nice holiday story; I was on an American Airlines flight last Thursday night. It was late … read more
Honoring the Trades

Honoring the Trades

08 06 2012

Now we do not have to tell you that the trades get a bum rap in our current society. While most of us had choices in shop classes growing up, you would be hard pressed to find a high school shop class … read more