Remember this past summer when it was super dry and dusty and we couldn’t hardly breathe because it was so dry and dusty? Yeah, winters are always the exact opposite for us: wet, wet, wet. Times like these make the simple wins, like temporary lighting, excellent. My full light kit for the shop should arrive today (January 2nd). In the meantime, these two light strips helped tremendously.

Let’s go back in time for a moment. Imagine all of those cool and super interesting play areas you enjoyed. For me, I remember taking over the open attic space in my dad’s 2 car garage. I put a radio, Christmas lights, posters, and a couple of folding chairs. It was hot as you know what in the summertime, but it was our fort, and it was awesome! Why was it awesome? Because it was different. It was unusual. Fast forward to the present day, where I’m trying to set up something similar for Tyler Kay and her cousin, who regularly visits. We set up her play tent and a projector for a movie theater experience. Plenty of room to dance and get the wiggles out before a much-needed night of rest in her own tent. Being a kid is great! I hope I never grow up :)

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JK Boots:

Hands down, without question, the best outdoor working boot that I have ever tried. They aren't cheap and they aren't inexpensive. The break-in period was brutal for me. But after some boot oil and a few working days for them to conform to my feet, I've never worked in anything as form fitting and comfortable. I wore mine all summer and immediately realized how comfortable they are after being forced to switch to a mud boot when the wet season hit. Once we get the extreme mud under control the rubber boots will get the boot and I'll be back to good foot comfort in my JK's. I have the O.T. Bison - Canyon. Yes, the JKs can handle mud, but excessive full submersion in mud is unnecessary They have a good sizing system and you can order different sizes for each foot if necessary. JKs are an investment, for sure, so I wanted to wait until I had 6 months of experience before I promoted them. THUMBS UP. Here's my affiliate link. Your cost doesn't change but if you use my link I get a commission when you purchase. 

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BRUNT Workwear:

I have two recommendations from BRUNT, both are summer time work clothes that I've been wearing year-round. The Costello Pant are light weight and durable. A bit stretchy where it matters most. And, if you have big thighs like I do, they don't make you look like you're wearing skinny jeans. The McKenna Tech Long Sleeve Sun Shirt saved me from being lifted away by mosquitos this past summer. It handled chainsaw chips being thrown at me. I felt more comfortable wearing this long sleeve shirt in the summer than I did being covered in bug bites, poison ivy, and woodchips. Now that winter has set in, I'm finding it to be my go-to extra layer. When a coat is too hot but a regular shirt is not enough, slap this long sleeve on and get to work. Here's my affiliate link. Your cost doesn't change but if you use my link I get a commission when you purchase. 

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P.S. I'm skeptical of anyone who tells me they do yoga every day. That's a bit of a stretch.