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Using tools and fixing things around the house has been a regular part of my life for many years. But it was only about 2 years ago I became interested in serious woodworking – and only in the last year that I began trying some of the more challenging things I've seen or read about. And boy do I have a lot more to learn! I’m humbled by the vast talents of all of the other "jocks" in this community and hope that one day I’ll have honed my skills to the point where other jocks might be occasionally impressed.
I’m married (for 30+ years) to the most wonderful person in my life – and she’s continually encouraging me and is very supportive of this crazy and intriguing hobby of mine. We have 2 grown children – both live in other parts of the country. Just got a new table saw for Christmas (Porter-Cable contractor saw) and I’m looking forward to using it for a major project.
Other than woodworking, I also enjoy golf and bluegrass music. I haven’t retired (yet) because, frankly, I enjoy what I do. (Being in sales, I get the opportunity to play golf with clients and get paid for it!)
I’m looking forward to learning more from all my new friends on Lumberjocks and sharing whatever humble skills I’ve managed to acquire.
-- Howard - "A bad day in the workshop is still better than a good day at the office."
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| replied on | Dewalt 734 or 735? | 3 hours ago |
| commented on | Brownie Points with Mother in Law | 4 days ago |
| replied on | Craft Show Blues | 5 days ago |
| replied on | Quill came out of tailstock and won't go back in | 5 days ago |
| replied on | Quill came out of tailstock and won't go back in | 6 days ago |
| commented on | More Holiday Turnings | 6 days ago |
| started topic | Quill came out of tailstock and won't go back in | 6 days ago |
| replied on | My Stupid Mistake | 6 days ago |
| added project | More Holiday Turnings | 6 days ago |
| commented on | Black walnut spatula | 6 days ago |
| added project | An Agglomeration of Christmas Pens | 6 days ago |
| added project | Shaker Clock -- with a Touch of Mission | 7 days ago |
| commented on | Are you a wood snob? | 12 days ago |
| replied on | Is the Workmate 225 a Worthwhile Puchase? | 13 days ago |
| added project | "Old-Fashioned" Straw Dispenser | 23 days ago |
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Splinterman
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#1 posted 1072 days ago
“WELCOME to LJ’s” ….Enjoy the experience.
SnowyRiver
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#2 posted 1072 days ago
Welcome aboard. Nice that you could join us on Lumberjocks.
-- Wayne - Plymouth MN
HallTree
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#3 posted 1072 days ago
Welcome. You have found the right place for woodworking. A great group of people willing to help. Looking forward to see your projects and comments. Work safe in the shop and don’t forget to use pushsticks.
-- "Hold on to instruction, do not let it go; guard it well, for it is your life" Solomon
Max
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#4 posted 1072 days ago
Glad to see that you have made LumberJocks a part of your Woodworking experience… Welcome
-- Max "Desperado", Salt Lake City, UT
ND2ELK
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#5 posted 1072 days ago
Welcome to Lumberjocks. The projects are an inspiration, the information is priceless and the people are supportive. The only problem is, the site can get addictive.
God Bless
tom
-- Mc Bridge Cabinets, Iowa
Scott Bryan
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#6 posted 1071 days ago
Hello Picken5,
Welcome to LJs. I am sure that you will find this to be a rewarding and an enriching aspect of your woodworking adventure.
-- Challenges are what make life interesting; overcoming them is what makes life meaningful- Joshua Marine
WistysWoodWorkingWonders
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#7 posted 1050 days ago
Hi there,
Welcome to LumberJocks… I joined the site myself a little over a year ago and will give you fair warning, this site is VERY ADDICTIVE, VERY EDUCATIONAL, and VERY FUN…. so sit back, enjoy the ride and learn from the other LJ’s as they are a group of extremely talented people that are also very friendly…
Enjoy your time here on LJ and pass the word to any of your woodworking buddies about us…
Wisty
-- New Project = New Tool... it's just the way it is, don't fight it... :)
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