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abby
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# Posted: 27 Jul 2016 07:44am
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well, Gary, we once enjoyed doing it all by hand too. these days that log splitter we picked up used for a hundred bucks years ago is our best friend. lol then a few years ago hub passed a snow blower out on a lawn for sale. another hundred invested, and it is our winter bestie. little to no effort to keep them in good condition. so 'what has happened to people?' isn't really quite fair. making the hard chores a bit easier doesn't mean we all got blubbery and lazy.  plenty of other ways to keep that weight off. none of us want to think about it, but old bodies do give out a bit over time, right? so wonderful to enjoy what you're doing now the way you do, but don't rule out those helpers. no shame in them.
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cabingal3
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# Posted: 27 Jul 2016 08:06am
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not to take away gars glory but here is a plant we found in our yard.it was under an old trailer when we moved it.
isnt it weird?do u know what it could be?
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Gary O
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# Posted: 27 Jul 2016 08:35am - Edited by: Gary O
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Quoting: abby old bodies do give out a bit over time, right?
for sure
as I said, I have yet...to break down
talkin' mostly about younger folk that can, but don't....
and to myself
my snow blower days are a comin'
hope to still be topside when they do
(my body, in places, is beginning to resemble that weird plant)
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I don't plan on ever using a hydraulic splitter
ever
keep a fire
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abby
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# Posted: 27 Jul 2016 11:32am
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here is my gal. she cuts thru the biggest oak & maple like butter. not for you, but you have to admit this is a nice piece of equipment. first the before, then after my hub made her like new again. we took down 5 big trees last summer, and with just the two of us I can tell you I could kiss this thing. lol looks like a beast, but hardly uses any gas. 
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cabingal3
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# Posted: 29 Jul 2016 09:04pm
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abby.she sounds like me.lol.
i cut thru all wood with my chopping mall..but i gather and stack too.
and i dont use any gas at all.
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abby
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# Posted: 31 Jul 2016 05:56pm
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oh yes that stacking. I assume pine is easier to split than oak and maple.
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cabingal3
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# Posted: 31 Jul 2016 09:33pm
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depends on how seasoned it is!
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Gary O
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# Posted: 31 Jul 2016 09:54pm
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Quoting: abby I assume pine is easier to split than oak and maple
depends on how knotty
we got knotty
I've split 'em all
I prefer alder
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cabingal3
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# Posted: 9 Aug 2016 11:02pm
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Gary O is getting the shops insides up and running.he has a bench made and its looking pretty good in there i must say.
next he is gonna make a tool box for our truck.
then i started to make ground a while back for the add on utility room.
tomorrow i am leveling the ground more and Gary O can put the pavers down.
after that i will level all the pavers.
it sure will be nice to have a room off the shop where u can take off your dirty clothes...toss them in the washing machine and get a bath...inside!!
also i have been making twig firestarter bundles.they are really nice for starting a fire.
need to get more of those made up soon.
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Julie2Oregon
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# Posted: 9 Aug 2016 11:59pm
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Could you two use some reclaimed building materials? Lumber and such? Let's just say that I may have plenty available right after Labor Day. Free, of course!
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hattie
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# Posted: 10 Aug 2016 12:57pm
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Quoting: cabingal3 i have been making twig firestarter bundles.they are really nice for starting a fire.
I discovered accidentally that pine cones are great fire starters. I had lots lying around and tossed one in our fire and it burned surprisingly long. Now I keep a bucket of them outside near the kindling for our outdoor fireplace.
It sounds like you two are really doing great out there! Can't wait to see pictures of the inside of that shop.
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cabingal3
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# Posted: 10 Aug 2016 08:56pm
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Julie...i am excited for u to get up here gal.
thank u for the offer.
hattie...thank u for this idea too.oh..i get twigs that are down on the ground and they do have pinecones on them.so i tie them up.i may do what u are doing too.thank u for the tip.
mister is having a fun time.today he put the vise in on the bench.a big milestone.
i know he will post photos soon.
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Gary O
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# Posted: 10 Aug 2016 10:08pm - Edited by: Gary O
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Quoting: hattie Can't wait to see pictures of the inside of that shop.
progress;
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the first and last time the workbench surface will be seen
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Julie2Oregon
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# Posted: 11 Aug 2016 12:36am
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Oh, NICE!!!!!!! That workbench is like kitchen counter quality! Just sayin' ...
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cabingal3
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# Posted: 11 Aug 2016 08:20am
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ha ha ha.thats what i was saying to Gary too.lol.
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hattie
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# Posted: 11 Aug 2016 03:42pm
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Ahhhh...so nice and clean. I remember when Bob's shop was like that.
You'll have that shop filled up with tools and stuff in no time. It will be great having a space to do all your creating in. Start making your list of stuff to build cabingal3!!!
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Gary O
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# Posted: 12 Aug 2016 09:45am - Edited by: Gary O
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well now
you guys and yer culinary suggestions are beginning to vex me a tad
however
I am receptive to lunch being served in the carpenteria
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Gary O
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# Posted: 12 Aug 2016 09:48am
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Quoting: hattie Start making your list of stuff to build cabingal3!!!
she does NOT! need this advice
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abby
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# Posted: 12 Aug 2016 07:52pm
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gorgeous!!! and yes, this would make a fabulous kitchen. just saying. LOL!!! looking GREAT. Gary!
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Gary O
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# Posted: 13 Aug 2016 09:19am
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Quoting: abby and yes, this would make a fabulous kitchen
hmmmm
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bldginsp
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# Posted: 13 Aug 2016 03:27pm - Edited by: bldginsp
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Wait til you get some paint and axle grease on your bench, Gary. They'll stop asking for cabinets. You could smear a little shoe polish on there for good effect as well, and spill a little beer just to give it that manly aroma.
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Gary O
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# Posted: 13 Aug 2016 10:21pm
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Quoting: bldginsp Wait til you get some paint and axle grease on your bench, Gary. They'll stop asking for cabinets
not a bad ploy
thought about it
I think the testosterone overspill from the guys should keep the wimin out just fine
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bldginsp
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# Posted: 14 Aug 2016 12:04am - Edited by: bldginsp
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Have a poker game in your shop. They'll keep a distance. Too much gas in one place.
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Gary O
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# Posted: 16 Aug 2016 09:56pm - Edited by: Gary O
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progress;
this is the first and undoubtedly last time the surface of this virginal workbench will be seen
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Gary O
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# Posted: 16 Aug 2016 10:08pm - Edited by: Gary O
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I do think this thread is worn out
Adios
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Julie2Oregon
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# Posted: 17 Aug 2016 09:17am
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FishHog
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# Posted: 17 Aug 2016 09:47am
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I enjoy this thread. I'm envious of your off grid lifestyle and like to read about your adventures. Your ability to add humour to your posts is not unappreciated either.
If this one is worn out, you need to start a new one.
and beautiful job on the shop.
FishHog
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bldginsp
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# Posted: 17 Aug 2016 01:04pm
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Beautiful shop. And don't stop telling us about your wonderful adventures.
(Promise I'll be nice in the future)
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upndown
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# Posted: 17 Aug 2016 04:31pm
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Not going your way Loather boy? Geez. 
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Gary O
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# Posted: 20 Aug 2016 08:36pm - Edited by: Gary O
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Thanks guys
but no thanks
und, yer funny
last shot at it
working on doors;
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