I hear ya, and that's my usual mode of rolling. Always try to buy, at least, next level up from base model. Buy more than it's intended use, thus the device will easily handle the situation thus less stress and fatigue, thus lasting longer. This time however, regarding the crap one I got a refund on, I knew I wouldn't find a decent straight shaft at the local hardware shop, I was in emergency mode and it's not far from home so it was experimental to try the $69 one, already knew there's a 50\50 chance I'll be coming back for a refund. Also, from my purchasing experiences I've found cheap is not always nasty and expensive is not always high quality, especially in the last decade of well established and\or trusted companies now producing crap quality. If my back wasn't sore and it wasn't so god damned muggy that day, my usual mode would have been to enjoy the experience of that crappy trimmer. Good reminder: No experimenting when injured or fatigued. Regarding today's purchase, even though Homelites seem to be regarded as low quality builds, my 2nd handie hadn't given me any trouble for the small amount of use it gets every year (4 years worth), thus grabbing another of the same model is okay with me. Thus Homelite is quality enough for my useage. But, I have two others on my list 'cus if the more expensive one's have useful features and noticeable better build quality, I have no probs with paying more...even though the Homelite is quality enough. Length of shaft is also a top priority...that's what she said. I require a trimmer where I can stand as upright as possible, and there seems to be no standard lengths. The crap trimmer was longer than the $200 Makita (identical design) at the local shop. So most comfortable trimmer today gets a ton of points. Most entry level straight shaft trimmers from mower and chainsaw shops in Lonnie start at around $400...way overpriced I think.
I'm playing a private eye - trying to find all the addresses to my relatives without actually having to talk to them. I asked my mother for help - assuming she'd know. She more or less said "Well, I have to look it up every year, kid, your on your own". Why did I decide on sending out cards this year? I blame this guy:
Trying to convince myself it's Friday tomorrow. Going to do the same tomorrow and the day after until it's finally true. One one hand I want these two upcoming weeks to go really fast... ...on the other hand I want the two weeks after that to be the slowest in my life since I don't want them to be over with. Going to bed any minute but I'm sure it's going to be one of those sleepless nights again.
Super Smash Bros Ultimate is finally out on the Nintendo Switch, Christmas is right around the corner, and I've made some pretty good progress in the book I'm writing. So of course, I had to use this particular moment to slip on the ice and break my arm. Sigh... Now I'm sitting around not really doing anything. I can still write, but it's a bit slow progress due to the cast and lack of mobility in my fingers. Playing games doesn't work for me now, and I can't really help out with the Christmas stuff. Just feeling so useless right about now.
Sitting at work, breathing in the scent of saffron. Makes this place 2% more acceptable to be at. Oh, it was snow on the ground when I got here. One hour later, it seems to have gone away... on one hand I hate snow, on the other hand I sort of want it for yule... so I'm torn.
I'm pretty sure that actually means you're royalty, but I guess they aren't really mutually exclusive conditions.
Red: is oxidized because of iron and in an artery. Blue:not oxidized in a vein. Black: from a damaged liver, not good. Green: well yes Vulcan, or you are more copper or zinc than you probably should be.
Debating whether to order a pizza. ETA: I did. Because why not. I have to fast until my blood test tomorrow, so I figured I would live it up before then.
It it makes you feel better I do that too. Though not at the bar. I'm not allowed in there anymore. Court order.
I so want this ^^^exchange to be part of a telephone conversation in a crime novel. Or a scene where the two ruffians meet and plot something dastardly. (Very Strangers on a Train.) Or a scene in which the guy doing paperwork witnesses something...but he can’t tell the truth about what happened because he wasn’t supposed to be at the bar, and the whole thing snowballs. As to what I’m doing, it’s 4:08A.M. and I can’t sleep, having awakened with teeth chattering about an hour ago. Grabbed another blanket, and now I’m wide awake.
For the first time today, Im sat with my feet up. The dog is next to me chewing his toy as close to my leg as he can (why!!!???) and my hubby is cooking the dinner. Im enjoying the fact that I dont have to move for a while and that I've earned it! Its been a long, long day!
Yeah, the things you learn. Just imagine a 55 going on 14yr old, with a 16yr old. Be afraid. Acetylene ballons, PVC cannons, homemade frames with ridiculous motors, bad steering, that go really fast, for a minute or two! Oh, and guns! Lot's of guns!
Gawd, you just reminded me of my buddy's go-kart when we were 12 or so. Bolted-together angle iron, the motor from an old lawnmower, unshielded chain drive, some sort of cable-based steering, no protection of any kind, brakes?
It's been close to 2 weeks and me back is...grrr...me Logitech external keyboard with me Tablet is no longer working correctly in this forum...only place it plays up. Arrow keys don't work, Enter plays up too and various editing keys. Ahh no, I stand corrected, it also plays up in Open Office. So, it's been 2 weeks and my back is much better but still tender when I bend or turn. I've always suspected I have a weak core. I'm thin without any muscle, never done any serious exercise or body building or toning. And though I never felt any back pain during my road riding stints, I conclude it's the cause of the stiffness then the pulled muscles. A few months ago a YT title caught my attention...Benefits of Planking. Never watched it till the other day, have since learnt this is a Calisthenics exercise. Downloaded a ton of vids, yesterday focused on grabbing beginner vids. Will start next week. My goal is to make calisthenics a normal part of my life. Not looking to be super ripped like the blokes in the vids, just looking to make some decent improvements to the health and fitness of me bod. This will be a good discipline journey for me as I have very little experience with discipline for personal goals. I have a strong work ethic, but I tend to be lazy if I'm not working or doing stuff for someone else. Now shed 6.5 kg, and this was during my time off from riding, the weight reduction is primarily due to the ALCAR. Also edited 4 chapters one morning...5 to go and I have to write the epilogue. Will get final edit on book done before year is out.