Harlan Vance Remember that summer I decided to build a birdhouse? Armed with enthusiasm and a blurry memory of woodshop class, I headed to the lumberyard. Rows and rows of wood stared back at me, each promising a different destiny for my feathered friends. It quickly became overwhelming! Which pine was right? What’s the difference between select … Read more
Remember that summer when my little ones decided our backyard pond was the perfect place to conduct their mud-pie business? Let’s just say, the water went from a tranquil mirror reflecting the sky to a murky swamp in a matter of days. The frogs looked horrified, the fish vanished into the abyss, and I was … Read more
Remember that time you were at that amazing outdoor festival, the sun was shining, the music was pumping, and you were trying to capture the perfect Insta-worthy shot of the vibrant stage? But then, in a moment of pure panic, your phone slipped from your grasp, narrowly missing a muddy puddle! I know that feeling … Read more
Remember last spring when allergy season hit like a ton of bricks? I swear, my eyes were watering non-stop, my nose was a permanent faucet, and I was convinced I’d never breathe normally again. I tried everything: nasal sprays, antihistamines, even those weird saline rinses that feel like you’re drowning in your own bathroom. Nothing … Read more
Remember that day last summer? The sun was blazing, the lake was shimmering, and I was determined to catch a monster. I tried everything – crankbaits, spinners, even live worms. Nada. Then, old man Johnson, a local legend, chuckled and pulled out a beat-up, wobbly piece of metal from his tackle box. “Try this,” he … Read more
Remember that frustrating project where you needed that perfectly smooth, contoured surface, only to be let down by a chattering, inaccurate end mill? I certainly do! I spent hours meticulously CAD designing a complex part, envisioning the flowing lines and seamless finish. But reality hit hard when my old end mill left behind a rough, … Read more
Remember that day when your little one started pulling themselves up on the furniture, a gleam of determination in their eyes? It’s such an exciting milestone, but also a moment where you realize their world is about to change – and so is yours! Suddenly, every corner becomes a potential climbing frame, and you’re on … Read more
Remember that cozy evening last fall? The one where a chill snuck in, despite the fire crackling merrily in the fireplace? That’s the night I truly understood the power of comfort. I burrowed deep into the sofa, pulling a soft flannel throw around me, but something was missing. It was then I realized the need … Read more
Remember those frantic mornings trying to pack a healthy snack before rushing out the door? I’d usually grab a handful of dates, but then the inevitable happened: a tiny pit would nearly crack a tooth! Ugh. That’s when my quest for the perfect pit-free snack began. I knew there had to be a better way, … Read more
Remember that brand new 55-inch TV you were so excited to unbox? Finally, the perfect cinematic experience was within reach! But after hauling it home and admiring its sleek design, you realized… where are you going to put it? Balancing it precariously on a flimsy stand felt like a recipe for disaster, and suddenly the … Read more