Random ramblings from a curmudgeon spanning two millenia.
To hit or not to hit, that is the challenge. Whether it is nobler in the game to suffer the swings and misses from outrageous pitchers, or to take arms against a slew of fastballs and by bunting, end them.
To run, perchance to score. But in that running who knows what outs may come.
I found this youtube video below while perusing the web. It was made in 2016 by Kevin Killeen in his series “Whole ‘nother Story” on KMOX in St. Louis, Missouri. I’m sure it pretty much sums up all our feelings about the crappy weather we have to endure this time of year.
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Once upon a time, Merlin was called to the great hall. The candles were glowing bright and all of the knights were gathered around The Table.
Walking up to Arthur he said, “You called for me, my king?
“Yes,” said the great ruler, “My knights and I have been debating a question all morning. I’m sure you, with your infinite knowledge of nature, will have the ultimate answer.”
“I will try, my lord.” Merlin spoke cautiously.
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Some time ago I told you about a method of cutting the cord of cable TV by building a home made television antenna. This first version used cardboard, duct tape and tin foil and worked really well. As you could see from the pictures back then it wasn’t very aesthetically pleasing. Well, this has changed since my wife got involved with her newest endeavor.
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A person should never stop learning new skills and boat building is a skill from ancient history. However my bad experiences with power tools has kept me well away from any kind of carpentry. But there are many kinds of boats and many kinds of construction methods. Still the process has not been without its trials and tribulations.
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