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A Better Kayak Rack

Posted on September 9, 2014 by Kenneth Carr

Last year I took up kayaking as an exercise activity. In other words it is a way to exercise and not get bored.  I have found that the sport has its ups and downs. I first had to purchase a … Continue reading →

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There’s a Grocery Store in my Garage

Posted on July 18, 2014 by Kenneth Carr

How much room does anyone have to store groceries, dishes, pans, etc. in the kitchen? For us it always seems that everything is squished into lots of small cupboards. You have to be real careful when you reach for the … Continue reading →

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Repairing the Sony ICF-2010

Posted on March 28, 2014 by Kenneth Carr

I have several portable shortwave receivers, modern and antique. My favorite modern shortwave is the Sony ICF-2010. I purchased it back in 1989. It was a bit expensive (about $350 as I remember) but I had just received a stipend for … Continue reading →

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So you want to be a homeowner?

Posted on September 25, 2010 by Kenneth Carr

9:00 AM, Thursday: I’ve already washed up. Breakfast is over. It’s now time to tackle that list I made last night. What list? The one that says things like: • Order parts for the ’41 Buick • Wash the Ridgeline … Continue reading →

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What to do on a beutiful fall day?…Install a GFCI, of course.

Posted on September 21, 2010 by Kenneth Carr

The sky is so blue that the slightest wisp of a cloud presents itself as boldly as white Christmas lights draped on an unlit house. The fall air has just the right bite that makes breathing a pleasure. And my mind … Continue reading →

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