I apologize for the delay in posting the final chapter of the “Art Box” Tutorial.
It is very close to being finished,but I keep getting interupted, and at my age it doesnt take much for me to lose my rythym.
With summer here,we have been pretty busy with camping,hiking and visiting friends.
But the biggest time wasters are my grandkids…all six of them!
They show up at the most inconvenient times and expect me to drop everything and entertain them.
Just to keep peace in the family,I let myself be pulled away from my projects and act like a caring grandfather.
They range in age from 2-13 years old.Some are sticky,but all are noisy,want to be held and kissed.They test my stamina by expecting me to lift,hug,chase,tickle and generally be used for a bean bag for their antics.
So,as you can see,its not really my fault! I am powerless.
(Plus,I am hedging that someday I may need a friend,someone to visit me and find the remote,or make me cookies.Thats all, just family politics)
Here are some mug shots I took of the culprits ! Stay clear of any kids if you want to get a project done on time!
The three oldest are Daisy,Jessie,and Caitlin.
This is the only boy,Bryce,who holds his own just fine.
This is LeAnne,a real time stealer.
And this is Paisley,the youngest.How can I resist those eyes?
So dont blame me,I am only human,and a weak one at that. :-)
-- " If I can make it,so can you" Andy in Oregon
























22 comments so far
TomFran
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posted 102 days ago
That’s a great “problem” to have, Andy!
Wow! Those are some cute grandchildren.
-- Tom, Surfside Beach, SC - Romans 8:28
Douglas Bordner
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posted 102 days ago
A whole crowd of future box recipients. Pretty good summer job there Andy.
-- "Bordnerizing" perfectly good lumber for over a decade.
Russel
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posted 102 days ago
Grandkids sure are a distracting bunch, and I can fully understand your inability to resist. Looks like a great bunch of kids, so have fun.
-- When you give someone a chance it may well be their last.
Joe Lyddon
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posted 102 days ago
Hey Andy!
You have a Grand bunch there!
With a bunch like that close by, I’m surprised that you have ANY time for anything else!
Yes, priorities are Priorities! :)
-- Have Fun! Joe Lyddon - Alta Loma, CA USA - Home: http://www.WoodworkStuff.net ... My Small Gallery: http://www.ncwoodworker.net/pp/showgallery.php?ppuser=1389&cat=500"
majeagle1
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posted 102 days ago
I don’t really think you have much problem “acting” like a caring grandfather, I think you are a very “proud” grandfather, and rightly so!!!
Cherish all the moments you can…...........
and BTW, great photography ( composition, lighting, etc…. )
Thanks for sharing
-- Gene, Majestic Eagle Woodworks, http://majesticeagleww.etsy.com/, http://www.flickr.com/photos/majesticeagle/
PineInTheAsh
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posted 102 days ago
With a heavy schedule staring at me I swore I would not post on LJ today. But, Andy, you got me with those beautiful pics. My grandson’s a little too young yet, but I’m looking forward.
Andy, if you took those pictures, you’ve got a wonderful creative touch.
You know, grandfathers are THE man!
I’m sure you enjoy every moment and are bursting with pride.
Now, I forgot, what was that woodworking project you were working on?
All the best,
Peter
Andy
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posted 102 days ago
Thanks to everyone for the nice comments and for being patient with me finishing this tutorial.
@Tom-Thank you,it is a good problem for sure.
@Douglas-I recently the older girls the Designer boxes I posted here on LJ,just a few weeks ago.
@Russel-Yes,they are distracting, in a good way…usually.haha
@Joe-Thats something we often learn too late in life.
@Gene-Thanks.Its pretty easy really.I am glad you like the photos too.
@Peter-I am honored that these photos moved you to comment.Yes,I did take the pictures,another hobby of mine.Thanks.BTW,your grandson will be in the shop before you know it :-)
-- " If I can make it,so can you" Andy in Oregon
Joe Lyddon
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posted 102 days ago
Andy, just enjoy it while you can… for whatever it takes… :)
You only have ONE chance to do it… so, just Do It… :)
-- Have Fun! Joe Lyddon - Alta Loma, CA USA - Home: http://www.WoodworkStuff.net ... My Small Gallery: http://www.ncwoodworker.net/pp/showgallery.php?ppuser=1389&cat=500"
Karson
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posted 102 days ago
They will/can keep you busy even when they are not there.
Great looking kids. they must take after your wifes side of the family. LOL.
-- What happens in the workshop stays in the workshop. No wait that doesn't sound right. Karson Southern Delaware karson_morrison@bigfoot.com †
RWR
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posted 102 days ago
Andy,
Great looking grandchildren ,have 5 myself, and great pictures to boot…...love em as much as you can cause they grow up really fast.
-- Wayne
gbear
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posted 102 days ago
What a great looking bunch of kids…who could ever pull themself away from those wonderful faces…
Enjoy them while you can Andy the “art boxes” will wait.
-- gbear, Carmichael, CA
Bob N
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posted 102 days ago
I only have 2 and you see how much time I have to visit here :)
Great looking crew Andy and I know you are 6X as proud as I am.
Andy
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posted 102 days ago
Thnk you all.
@Karson-Thats very perceptive of you.haha
-- " If I can make it,so can you" Andy in Oregon
degoose
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posted 102 days ago
My grandson is in New Zealand so visits are rare. He is only 6 months or so .. be better a little later when he can annoy me in the workshop LOL
-- Drink once, cut twice. New website up.... lazylarrywoodworks.com.au
Andy
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posted 102 days ago
@Degoose-haha,prepare yourself now while you have time.Its a blast.
-- " If I can make it,so can you" Andy in Oregon
Kent Shepherd
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posted 101 days ago
Andy, where are your priorities? We have woodworking to do! (just kidding)
Aren’t grandkids great. I only have one so far, but she does RULE. I do have another on the way though.
I guess they will affect my shop time shortly.
-- Kent Shepherd * The goal is-----More Tools!
Billp
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posted 100 days ago
Your a Lucky man to have all of those smiley faces in your life.
-- Billp
Billp
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posted 96 days ago
PS. Andy I just printed off all of the tutorials can thank you enough for sharing you knowledge and skill with us, you really should do a book. I would be the first to buy it.
-- Billp
Andy
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posted 95 days ago
Thanks Bill,I just might someday.
-- " If I can make it,so can you" Andy in Oregon
a1Jim
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posted 95 days ago
Grand kids first above all. A cute bunch
-- Jim from Heirloom Woodshop Southern Oregon
Andy
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posted 94 days ago
Your right Jim,thanks.
-- " If I can make it,so can you" Andy in Oregon
MsDebbieP
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posted 84 days ago
good thing you have us the heads up—by the photos you would think that they are all angels… devils in disguise… good thing you go them pegged ;)
Great photos, as well, by the way..
-- ~ Debbie, Canada (http://www.execulink.com/~yohan)