Yea, I immediately thought of Ted as I read that earlier.
We have experienced the complete opposite..... it inspired others in the neighborhood to put up some lights, and in some cases, a lot more than they previously did. Driving locally, there are more displays put up than in previous years.
I did something different this year, consolidating the same amount of lights into a smaller area..... in the past they were spread out more across the shrubs, trees, fencing. We didn't have the porch last year, so that's where the concentration occurred. I am not sure if I like it yet.....
Mostly, sorry to hear about loosing your friend.
All this talk about expensive septic systems.... that is one thing good about out here.... $100 buys you a permit and 3 inspections. No requirement to have a contractor install (most are done by contractors). They assess the area based on the US soil survey, and may require a perk test if suspected poor drainage. I have only seen one sand mound in the surrounding area.
RS, I have been really impressed by the Rigid tools. At a price that close, the Rigid would be a winner for sure! Just the aspect of the warranty and parts availability would put them ahead.
Eric, I thought I smelled fresh bread baking.... There is a General Mills cereal plant about 60 miles away (as the crow flies) on the other side of the mountain.... on a few occasions, depending on the wind, we have had "smells" lofting over... always a fun game to play.... "golden grahams" or "corn flakes" or..... ? ..... doesn't matter... smells good!
Ron, nice pick of the cranes.... almost thought they were fake... both posing the same way!
My son used his Go-Pro. He said it is really bad at taking night video. Same with my Ipad, it couldn't focus in on the lights. The lights really look a lot better in person. The video has too much bleed of one color to the other. For example, our porch posts are "candy cane" red and white spiral, easily seen in person, but blended together in the video. I was really surprised that the Go-Pro did so poorly... the video quality during the day is phenomenal.
Drew, sorry that you have to deal with returning the saw, and then dealing with a duplicate order.... I am still waiting on a "shipping" notification from HF on the sharpener order. It's only been 5 days since the order (2 of which were the weekend), this time of year, expected delays for sure!
RNG, yes, the last year has been a whirlwind for sure, always something cropping up!..... I have seriously learned what to do and not do as the knee is concerned.... good days/ bad days. Shop time gets limited for sure, other tasks as well. Waiting in lines yesterday took its toll, bad range of motion and more pain today. Relief is on the horizon.... surgery is still scheduled for February.... pending any Covid changes / restrictions.... fingers crossed....
Everyone have a great day!
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