Susan picked eight heads of cabbage today, and this evening they went into the kraut crock. Our genuine Rio Grande kraut rock will hold down the juicy mix while the magic occurs.
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Atlas, Schipperke
Atlas is one of the fosters we are currently keeping. He and Sophie have moved upstairs and have been welcomed into the pack. They now have kennels in our bedroom and sleep peacefully through the night. They both respond to their names and are strong on their housebreaking. It is time to find permanent homes for them so they can get on with their lives. Life is short. It is much too short for a dog, so we must move them along.
Tuesday Torque II: Sears Motor Buggy
Here is another great topic, courtesy of Merle! Sears sold these motor buggies for only a few years, and when you consider they began in 1908 you will understand. Henry Ford began producing the 1909 Model T in late 1908, and that created shockwaves through the young auto industry. With real automobiles on the market, a gas powered buggy didn't stand a chance. Fun to watch, though.
The last video provides a good look at the transmission. Old tractor fans will recognize that it is the same system that was used in Heider tractors.
Monday, June 3, 2024
Dramatic Little Thunder Boomer This Evening!
We had some lightning pop right overhead, followed by roof rattling thunder a few times. We saw it coming and had the dogs walked and back in again before it hit.
Taking It Easy
I will see a cardiologist later this week, and I am behaving myself. Low blood pressure, highly variable pulse, palpitations, and weak legs remind me to not do anything stupid while I wait to see the doctor. No Grinding for a while!
Sunday, June 2, 2024
Saturday, June 1, 2024
Weekend Steam: A Maine Two-Footer!
This is not one that Merle sent. He sent a link to a Trains.com video and while looking at that page, a Maine two-footer video showed up. I couldn't resist. Thanks for the rabbit hole, Merle!
If you want to know some fascinating history, The Maine Two-Footers, by Linwood Moody, 1959, is an excellent resource. I bought this book way back when I was in high school, and my dad kept it next to his easy chair. He never tired of looking at the photos and reading the stories of these tiny narrow gauge trains. Here Is Where You Can Get Yours!Here Is Where You Can Get Yours!
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