Cal Blacksmith Posted July 22, 2008 Share Posted July 22, 2008 Hi all. I know it has been a while, sorry about that. Heck it hasbeen a long time since I have even turned on my 2 ch rig, let alone the HT, atleast since Easter!! Lots has gone on in the time while I was away. Thehighlights are: Refinanced the house, got a great rate, 4 7/8% fixed for 15 Bought a new to me truck (now I need to sell my old one) Bought a new to me flat bed trailer to tow my Bobcat on(this is also the reason for the new truck!) Bailed out the sons tickets in exchange for his car (it hadto cost him something!) Bought tires for new truck Bought tires for sons car Bought tires for motorcycle trailer Had motorcycle brought back to life after 8 years of rest Took vacation in Yosemite(the reason for the resurrection of motorcycle and trailer) Took two professional baking classes at local JC Bought Hobartindustrial food mixer (20 qt, 4X the size of a Kitchen Aid) Bought commercial convection oven Bought commercial freezer (needs new thermostat but runs andgets COLD) Bought a pile of commercial baking pans, racks, molds etc Son joined the Navy; he ships out to boot camp on Dec 162008 Had to have the house treated for an ant invasion andeverything is a total wreck but it makes a great opportunity to clean out abunch of junk that we have collected Had older dog put down as she gave up on life, she was about12 years old, old for her breed, Akita. Been looking for a new dog to fill the hole made by old dogsdeparture, have good candidate line up. Teaching blacksmithing in my shop Hosted a blacksmithing event for about 60 people at myhome/shop Attended spring conference for my blacksmithing group Became board member for my blacksmithing group I am sure that there is more that I missed but you get theidea! It is nice to see all the old “faces” here and some newones. Thanks to those who have posted to me on the other threadsthat I have replied to, thanks again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldtimer Posted July 22, 2008 Share Posted July 22, 2008 Good to see you cal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryC Posted July 22, 2008 Share Posted July 22, 2008 Cal, every one of those things by themselves sounds outstanding and the total combination is extraordinary!! I'm a fan of 15-yr. mortgages, congratulations on that, the board membership and leadership, and the rest to boot. Post-op must be agreeing with you! Congratulations on the new career, too!! Larry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cal Blacksmith Posted July 22, 2008 Author Share Posted July 22, 2008 Larry; The bobcat and the baking are in ADDITION to my day job at the aircraft maker!![] Thanks for the hello guys, busy times indeed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daddy Dee Posted July 22, 2008 Share Posted July 22, 2008 Cal Blacksmith, Good to see you hanging out at the forum. You have indeed had alot going. So, what have you been doing in your sprare time? [] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daddy Dee Posted July 22, 2008 Share Posted July 22, 2008 Cal Blacksmith, Good to see you hanging out at the forum. You have indeed had alot going. So, what have you been doing in your sprare time? [] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kaiser SET say Posted July 22, 2008 Share Posted July 22, 2008 Been a busy camper eh Cal, glad to hear things and you are doing well[] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cal Blacksmith Posted July 22, 2008 Author Share Posted July 22, 2008 I thought you might like to see a pic from Yosemite. I have looked better but I have not been this thin for DECADES! I started at 366# and am now at 184, yes I weigh HALF what I did when I started a year and a half ago! Here is a before, same angle, taken the day before surgery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLSamuel Posted July 22, 2008 Share Posted July 22, 2008 I started at 366# and am now at 184, yes I weigh HALF what I did when I started a year and a half ago! All that and you weigh half as much. You've definitely been busy. (I'm something of a new guy around here). Sounds like a lot of good things going on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lo123 Posted July 22, 2008 Share Posted July 22, 2008 Hey Wayne! Good to hear from ya! I'm in San Diego 21-31 July, crazy hours working some test equipment integration, keep in touch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvel Posted July 22, 2008 Share Posted July 22, 2008 Wayne, Glad to hear you're doing well. Your pics only show as red boxes...[:^)] That's different. Bruce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timmikid Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 welcome back! Yeah, red boxes!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldbuckster Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 The War Horse returns !!!!!!!!!!! ............... What's up Cal, seems like your plate has been full ........ Welcome back, wondering what's been up, glad your alright, ah yes, the Roller Coaster called Life, what a ride ..................... EH !!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacksonbart Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 Hey, did you buy me anything? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cal Blacksmith Posted July 23, 2008 Author Share Posted July 23, 2008 The pics are on Snapfish.com and I think they are playing games with the locations. The links worked when I posted them. I just now reworked the link, I guess time will tell as to how long they will work! NO I did not bring any trinkets for anyone, except for those 6 inch long samples of MONSTER 16 gauge wire in the back of the garage, I guess you could have one of those but you would need to share with everyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fini Posted July 23, 2008 Share Posted July 23, 2008 Wayne, Good to hear from you, man! I'm gonna shoot you an email. My youngest daughter is getting a Roux-N-Y later this summer (making the surgery date at an appointment this morning at UCSF. If you don't mind talking and sharing a bit... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cal Blacksmith Posted July 23, 2008 Author Share Posted July 23, 2008 I don't mind at all! You might get more info than asked for though:D I also had an RNY I think it was one of the best medical decisions I have ever made!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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