Here's a neat trick for 'that' day. One or two old single barrel shotguns (and a double) should always be a part of your firearms collection. Be careful.
Enjoy.
Stephen
Autumn
Friday, November 25, 2011
The Day After
Not sure about you but I'm tired. It's been said by some that Thanksgiving is their 'favorite' holiday, which is understandable, but for the person in the kitchen on their feet for most of the day, I'd bet it isn't.
I was that person yesterday. I'd begun my preps the evening before; took it easy, put my stock to simmer, chopped my vegetables and herbs. My 'mise enplace' saves me a good hour of work on the big day. Sweet Wife helped a bit but truthfully the less people in my kitchen the better; most just get in my way.
Even Little Bit tried to help. She was able to spend Wednesday evening and Thanksgiving day with us. She had a good time. When she approached asking if I needed assistance in the kitchen I, or course, said sure. Kitchens with their open gas burners and sharp knives (and trust me mine are very sharp) are really not good hang outs for children. Anyway, she helped Papa with the turkey prep. Ever seen a little girl with both hands covered in semi-melted butter rub a turkey breast....then, wipe her face.
I was in the kitchen from 0800 until well after 1400....my feet hurt.
I'm at the office now. Just opened the shop because the media said I should and I've heard talk of Black Fridays....we'll see. So far it's very quiet. The coffee is on and I've just jerked myself a cup, so come on down and join me. We'll chat, shot the poop, tell tall tales of days gone by when our blood still ran rich and hot.
Just received word via text that my good friend ShooterSteve proposed to his girlfriend yesterday at Thanksgiving dinner. My understanding is he shocked the heck out of her and she melted and said yes. I'm very happy for them. May the Good Lord bless them both.
I'd like to leave you a picture taken yesterday just after Little Bit had her hair done by her Nana. She was all proud, told me she was now my little Bohemian. I glanced at her Nana for an explanation, all she said was, she takes after you, she reads. Oh well.
You guys have a great day and I'll see you later.
Stephen
I was that person yesterday. I'd begun my preps the evening before; took it easy, put my stock to simmer, chopped my vegetables and herbs. My 'mise enplace' saves me a good hour of work on the big day. Sweet Wife helped a bit but truthfully the less people in my kitchen the better; most just get in my way.
Even Little Bit tried to help. She was able to spend Wednesday evening and Thanksgiving day with us. She had a good time. When she approached asking if I needed assistance in the kitchen I, or course, said sure. Kitchens with their open gas burners and sharp knives (and trust me mine are very sharp) are really not good hang outs for children. Anyway, she helped Papa with the turkey prep. Ever seen a little girl with both hands covered in semi-melted butter rub a turkey breast....then, wipe her face.
I was in the kitchen from 0800 until well after 1400....my feet hurt.
I'm at the office now. Just opened the shop because the media said I should and I've heard talk of Black Fridays....we'll see. So far it's very quiet. The coffee is on and I've just jerked myself a cup, so come on down and join me. We'll chat, shot the poop, tell tall tales of days gone by when our blood still ran rich and hot.
Just received word via text that my good friend ShooterSteve proposed to his girlfriend yesterday at Thanksgiving dinner. My understanding is he shocked the heck out of her and she melted and said yes. I'm very happy for them. May the Good Lord bless them both.
I'd like to leave you a picture taken yesterday just after Little Bit had her hair done by her Nana. She was all proud, told me she was now my little Bohemian. I glanced at her Nana for an explanation, all she said was, she takes after you, she reads. Oh well.
You guys have a great day and I'll see you later.
Stephen
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Happy Thanksgiving
To all my friends, may you have a peaceful and bountiful Thanksgiving.
God Bless you.
Stephen
God Bless you.
Stephen
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
A Long Day
My good friends it's been a long and tiring day. Like I've said, it's the busy season for me. I'm not sure if I'll post again until after Thanksgiving, maybe I will, maybe I won't. But either way please rest assured I will be back. I'm sure I will post a Thanksgiving wish to you all before Thursday.
Trust me, I will reply to all comments...have a good evening.
Stephen
Stephen
The Blog of The Week
My friend 45er is a cool guy. A gun blogger of the best kind, nice. He isn't full of himself and doesn't claim to be a self proclaimed expert on all things that go boom. My kind of guy.
His blog is severely ignored by many and this is a shame for his writing is sharp and at times down right funny. I even like the blog title, Barrel Smoke, cool name.
Do yourself a favor and take a walk over and say hello. I'm sure he'd appreciate the visit.
Stephen
His blog is severely ignored by many and this is a shame for his writing is sharp and at times down right funny. I even like the blog title, Barrel Smoke, cool name.
Do yourself a favor and take a walk over and say hello. I'm sure he'd appreciate the visit.
Stephen
Monday, November 21, 2011
Thanksgiving
It's almost time for me to run and get my Little Bit. Afterwards it's a quick lunch, then we shall hit the store and do our Thanksgiving grocery shopping.
I'm sure this will prove to be very expensive. I noticed (earlier) the markets are taking a big hit. This doesn't bode well for us as Americans. This inflation is eating us alive. Bet I pay a pretty penny today for all we'll need and I'm only shopping for two. Our son and DIL have announced they'll eat with her side of the family this year. Such is life.
Anyhow, I'll see you good folks sometime later this evening.
Until then.
Stephen
I'm sure this will prove to be very expensive. I noticed (earlier) the markets are taking a big hit. This doesn't bode well for us as Americans. This inflation is eating us alive. Bet I pay a pretty penny today for all we'll need and I'm only shopping for two. Our son and DIL have announced they'll eat with her side of the family this year. Such is life.
Anyhow, I'll see you good folks sometime later this evening.
Stephen
The Weekend
For once all group members were in attendance, even Pirate Jim, our medic. It sure was nice to have him back.
I'll make this short and sweet and give over a few boring pictures. We're dead set on the completion of our 'Boar's Nest.' Saturday we purchased 1/2" OSB to finish the ceiling. Used screws to secure it.
ShooterSteve finished his 12 volt wiring runs. Soon we'll install the fixtures and with the wire supplied by our good friend and aux member MDR at a very good price, we'll run power to the Nest.
Here's MDR's wire on site. The silver stuff is tape, and yes, it's a pain to remove but at least the wire, some very expensive stuff, arrived in fine condition. Thanks, Bubba.
We had to clear out some work space. Piled it all out on the deck.
Power, supplied by ShooterSteve.
Above, our medic, Jim and Senior Chief supervising labor.
ShooterSteve running wire.
Above, progress.
Almost finished with the ceiling.
This is my good friend, Duke, striking his John Wayne pose in the doorway.
Just a general shot of the kitchen area.
We had a good time. It was hard work, and sadly, we didn't burn a single grain of gunpowder. But, like I said, we really want to finish the Boar's Nest.
Hey, 'ya'll come back now, 'ya hear....
Stephen
I'll make this short and sweet and give over a few boring pictures. We're dead set on the completion of our 'Boar's Nest.' Saturday we purchased 1/2" OSB to finish the ceiling. Used screws to secure it.
ShooterSteve finished his 12 volt wiring runs. Soon we'll install the fixtures and with the wire supplied by our good friend and aux member MDR at a very good price, we'll run power to the Nest.
Here's MDR's wire on site. The silver stuff is tape, and yes, it's a pain to remove but at least the wire, some very expensive stuff, arrived in fine condition. Thanks, Bubba.
We had to clear out some work space. Piled it all out on the deck.
Power, supplied by ShooterSteve.
Above, our medic, Jim and Senior Chief supervising labor.
ShooterSteve running wire.
Above, progress.
Almost finished with the ceiling.
This is my good friend, Duke, striking his John Wayne pose in the doorway.
Just a general shot of the kitchen area.
We had a good time. It was hard work, and sadly, we didn't burn a single grain of gunpowder. But, like I said, we really want to finish the Boar's Nest.
Hey, 'ya'll come back now, 'ya hear....
Stephen
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