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38805 John Jennings <jjenning@s...> 1998‑03‑05 BIO for John Jennings
Howdy!

Short BIO:
I'm 37, married, step-son in Navy, Christian (still being
converted... got a long way to go), telecommunications software
weenie, a shy guy...

Verbose BIO:
I've been lurking since last October.  My shop is a *SMALL* corner of
my garage, I buy user tools (to use).  My current project is a
wood-working bench (should take up most of my "shop").

I'm drawn to old tools...  they're quiet, typically work great, and
they seem to have a quality that's reminiscent of a simpler bygone
era.  I also like rooting through piles of old stuff...

My wood-working lineage consists of... My Grandfather (died in 1969)
was a pro-woodcarver (product of Pre-WW I German apprenticeship
program).  My uncle has his *MANY* *OLD* chisels collecting dust
(hopefully not rust) in a barn attic on Cape Cod :(  I've initiated a
discussion with my uncle in hopes of acquiring the chisels... we'll
see.

SWMBO has forbidden me from purchasing any more tools until I finish
a few projects...  but she didn't say I can't buy parts... ;)  Anyone
have a #40 "parts" scrub plane?... just kidding.  I have also been
accused of having an obscure sense of humor.

I like this list due to it's friendliness, info content, and general
disregard for high-tech (for it's own sake).  I guess I'm a little
toasty when it comes to worshiping the God of high-tech solutions
(typically propounded to save the world)...     telecom environment
excluded of course ;)

In closing, and being a newbee, I am a bit concerned that I won't be
able to add much to the list (as far as posting information is
concerned)... but I won't hesitate to get involved if I think I can!

Sincerely,
John Jennings
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