Monthly Archives: May 2009

Garden and Bryson Pics

Bryson and I walked around the garden to record the progress of our food growth. The tomato plants next to the garage are getting huge. The eve of the house is shading them in the day, so I’m not sure … Continue reading

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More Marshall

Bryson and I were watching videos of John Marshall this morning. He gets a kick out of watching his cousin on the computer. He has also been chanting “Marshall birthday party” since this morning. link He was showing off for … Continue reading

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April 1775 – Remember Our History!

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Gold Day 2009

Amber’s school has this big event every year called Gold Day. This year I was invited to come talk about my vegetable car and other “green” topics. I had 8 groups come by for 20-minute sessions. We talked about alternate … Continue reading

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20 Hours of Fiberglass Experience

I’m disappointed that I still don’t have a functioning fuel tank after 20 hours of work. I’ve learned a lot so far: Get your form perfect before you start laying glass, create radiused edges inside your form, use a bunch … Continue reading

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Fiberglass Fuel Tank Project

The only thing missing from having Betty 100% converted to run on vegetable oil is a real tank. Against the criticism of many, I wanted to build my own custom tank, out of fiberglass. I’ve always wanted to learn how … Continue reading

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Garden Update May 26, 2009

I took some pictures of my plants this evening. My tomato plants are getting tall. We have been pretty good at keeping the sucker vines pinched off.

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Some Baggage System Trivia

Since I received so many comments on my last baggage system post, I decided to do another one. Fact: Turns are a common area where jams occur. (think: Mt. Samsonite) The picture below is a turn, about 10 foot in … Continue reading

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The Argument for Intelligent Design

I had intended on going to hear these guys speak in person, but I didn’t get to go after all. Good news is that the presentation was recorded and available for free. I had time to watch them this weekend, … Continue reading

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What California’s Budget Mess Means for America

California is often on the leading edge of things. It happens there first. Take a look at this little video for some insight in what unsustainable government spending, out of control unions, and high taxes have done to the state. … Continue reading

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