Authors note ~ One of my recent posts to this blog was an earlier penned short story titled The Encounter. I had found the writing tucked away in my filing cabinet. There was another such offering, but it wasn't as well written to simply transcribe. The following is the 2026 cleaned and tweaked version..... Shark … Continue reading Shark Dive!
Editors note As intro, I wrote this short story so many years ago. I honestly can not recall exactly when. This may be the first time it's been available for public view. I came across this story while cleaning out my filing cabinet. I was active as a SCUBA diver , back in the 90s. … Continue reading The Encounter
I was asked several times, over the holiday season, when my next book would be released. We are now into the month of March, and I've kept this announcement relatively quiet. The fact of the matter is this. Don't be looking for my next book anytime soon. I won't share any great detail. There is … Continue reading Regrouping
I finally managed my first toy show attendance for 2026."Digger Dave Kemp and I didn't get to travel to ST. Louis, earlier this month. Life got in the way and spoiled that plan. Dave was behind on his work schedule and was desperate enough to enlist my help. St' Louis is a great and all, … Continue reading Replacing younger Memories, Mark Twain Show 2026
Never make home repairs on a Sunday In over 60 trips around the sun I've learned wisdom. Unfortunately, what I learn, the brain memory didn't always take. Most followers of this blog know I'm not the most mechanically apt. I'm not ashamed to admit that. A good part of my restoration is hired. I refer … Continue reading Adventures under the sea…nk
My fravorite aspect of the tractor phenomenon is the social human interest. The antique machinery is wonderful to view, and the sight and sound, of antique farming. is a joy to witness. When its all said and done, whats truly important is the fellowship and commonality. The season for tractors may be in a lull … Continue reading Breaking Bread
Henry Fords Model Ts became more to America than just the first affordable cars. In the late twenties many companies built kits to convert them into tractors. Thrifty Farmer and Utility were just a couple of the kits that were created The conversion kits were availble for sale through catalog purchase. Ford Model T (left) … Continue reading Creativity of Conversions
First off, I'm going to be honest about this tractor. I added it to my collection with the possibilty to sell. In fact, I wasn't looking for an addition. I'm like every other collector, though. It's hard to pass up a deal. I also firmly beleive we all get caught in the "chase" My friend … Continue reading Shaw Du-all R6+
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