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Getting My Groove or Where’s That Router When You Need It?

Ilona Erwin

We’ve been on vacation in more ways than one- it sure is hard to get back in the groove sometimes. We need vacations , but they tend to mess up the flow of plans and work. I suppose they’re meant to… so maybe we just take too long a stretch of work periods to take […]

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New tools from Home Depot

Handyman

I have acquired some really good professional tools from Home Depot at extremely good prices. They seem to have “specials” on a regular basis. As I mentioned, I got my Milwaukee 14.4v Battery operated drill (including flashlight, extra battery, and case) for only $99. Then I got my Ridgid 18v heavy duty 1/2″ Hammer Drill […]

cost and value+ tools Handyman

Further comments on repairs & parts (Specifically Kitchen Aid)

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Continuing on on the high cost of repairing some things: 1. I bought and installed a Kitchen Aid dishwasher when I built my new kitchen in 2000. This was one of the deluxe models (had stainless steel interior, etc). Anyway, the dish detergent compartment has a little “door” that is held shut by a real […]

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My DeWalt 18v drill

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Got back my “overhauled” DeWalt 18v Battery operated Hammer drill. The overhaul was guaranteed not to exceed $99. That is the amount I paid plus sales tax (the legalized extortionists need their cut). Anyway, the “supposed total” would have been $250 if not for the $99 guarantee. It’s funny how the various parts when all […]

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Battery operated drills

Handyman

Just thought I would put in my two cents worth on battery operated drills: 1. My old faithful is a DeWalt 18v 1/2″ Hammer drill. I purchased this about 10 years ago (maybe more). Aside from routine periodic replacement of batteries, it has served me very well. I use it mostly in my business and […]

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Some more tasks completed…

Handyman

Well, this week I have accomplished the following: 1. Got the old chain saw out and pruned some tree branches.2. Re-tilled one garden and helped wife create raised beds for veggies. (This is hard work!!!)3. Kids & I removed sod and some dirt from an area we are planning to put pavers on in the […]

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I still love writing, gardening, and art after all these years, although travel and grandchildren have become a big part of my life, now.

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