Author Archives: AdaptiveCurmudgeon

I was really impressed with how nice the Milwaukee Packout labels came out. (Sometimes a little thing can make your whole day.) I decided to make more. This time I made “handles” for Packout boxes with pull out drawers. These … Continue reading →

I have an addiction to Milwaukee Packouts. There is no cure and I’m perfectly happy about that. As addictions go, attraction to irrationally overspecialized toolboxes is pretty tame. I began by using Packouts for everything but tools. As soon as … Continue reading →

I’ve been ill and unable to camp or wander the forests… though that’s improving. Summer fades but hope is not lost. My traditional camping season is just starting! Traditionally, I stampede to the forest immediately after Labor Day. I do … Continue reading →

The forklift I made functions exactly like this one. This isn’t my video, someone else made their own forklift and added a soundtrack like a 1980’s workout video (which is awesome!). I loved making my forklift and I am sure … Continue reading →

It didn’t take long to make the forklift, and it was super fun. That last part is key! Do you remember when you were a kid? Did you make model cars or model airplanes? I think I made this one … Continue reading →

[I interrupted this series. I was rambling away about my little nerd amusements when I got a negative comment. That’s not a big deal. Anyone who’s done anything on the internet (or in life) has gotten negative comments. But for … Continue reading →

I’ve been off line long enough to lose some physical fitness. My Dr. encourages me to go to the gym… which is just the kind of bullshit doctors say. Looking at a guy like me and thinking “this bearded maniac … Continue reading →

I know that Ron Swanson is a fictional character, but I like this little story. It reminds me of yesterday’s post.

Jackie’s message is one we’ve heard a thousand times, yet maybe we need to re-hear it from time to time. I got real sick this spring. I was trying to muddle through, balancing job and time and everything. Doctors kept … Continue reading →