Tag Archives: christmas

In preparation for the coming season

Posted on November 22, 2008 by drlidbom

The Christmas season is almost upon us. -Christmas music -Traffic -Shopping for people I love -Decorations Yeah…about that last one. I inevitably have many discussions around this time of year about Christmas decorations. Specifically, nativities. And how I don’t like … Continue reading →

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Christmas Vacation

Posted on December 25, 2006 by drlidbom

Sarah got me a DeWalt router for Christmas and her grandparents got me a gift certificate which was used to purchase a Kreg pocket hole jig. Those two gifts will give me what I need to finish up the storage … Continue reading →

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A concise summary of reasons not to have images of Christ at Christmas (or any other time)

Posted on December 11, 2006 by drlidbom

I’ve been working through my understanding of this issue for quite a while now. Agree or disagree?

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This weekend

Posted on December 10, 2006 by drlidbom

Made 4 more pens, tried to put up some icicle Christmas lights on the front of the house but they just don’t look good. Sarah made a TON of holiday cookies yesterday. I think I’m ready for the week. Anyone … Continue reading →

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12 weeks.

Posted on November 5, 2006 by drlidbom

It hit me yesterday when we were talking about how there are twelve weeks until we are parents. No…wait…there are only twelve weeks until we are parents. When I thought “three months” I was OK with it. When I realized … Continue reading →

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Internet Monk's thoughts on churches cancelling Christmas Day services

Posted on December 6, 2005 by drlidbom

I found this an interesting read (as I do most of his writings) Is your church cancelling?

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From the Phone: The lathe has been busy the past few days.

Posted on October 24, 2005 by drlidbom

Today I tried my first project bigger than a pen on this lathe. It resembles a Christmas tree anyway…made from a scrap 4×4 pressure treated board leftover from our fencemaking. Click here to see the full size picture.

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Granite Gear Stuff Sack

Posted on May 10, 2005 by drlidbom

Granite Gear Stuff SackOverall Rating: 4.5 Experience Date:Dec 20, 2003 Good:Solid construction, good size Bad:None Sarah got me this for Christmas in 2003. Its primary role is to hold my sleeping bag, but it will hold clothes, blankets, whatever…that’s what … Continue reading →

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Wolf Packs Reflector Dog Pack

Posted on January 16, 2005 by drlidbom

Wolf Packs Reflector Dog PackOverall Rating: 5 Experience Date:Jan 15, 2005 Good:Great customer support, tough, not too big, fits well Bad:A little expensive (but not unreasonable), no compression straps Lucy got a WolfPack for Christmas. She’s excited. In the picture … Continue reading →

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Garmin Foretrex 101

Posted on January 16, 2005 by drlidbom

Garmin Foretrex 101Overall Rating: 4 Experience Date:Dec 17, 2004 Good:Inexpensive, Runs on AAA’s, Neat features, useful fields from GPS Bad:No map/PC support, no altitude change log Sarah got me the Foretrex 101 for Christmas 2004. We’re trying to hike/exercise more … Continue reading →

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