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Originally posted by ArtieS:

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Originally posted by parallel:
I'm finally getting around to building the media cabinet/storage drawers/bookcases that I designed 8 years ago.

Very impressive! What program did you use to build the plans?

Thanks. I used AutoCAD 2010LT, which is what I use for my drafting & design business.

An updated pic:


I know that getting that crown molding installed way up there was going to be a pain in the ass. However, wrestling the massive center upper cabinet into place would have been a real pain in the ass without help and it just so happened that Sunday we had some visitors. It went much smoother and easier than I had imagined. Even so, without their help it would have been much more difficult. The problem is that after being up and down a ladder trying to install a crown my legs were about done. So... I was calling it a night and was riding my motorcycle up my driveway to put it away after working in the garage all day. I hit a block of wood that I had missed during cleanup and it destabilized the bike. When I put my foot down to steady the bike I got a cramp and damned near dropped the bike right into the side of my trailer. I yelled for Mrs. parallel to come help and we got it upright and on the kickstand, but trying to hold up a nearly 1000 lb. bike with one cramped leg has me limping around in pain. I'm pretty sure that I pulled my hamstring. So... light duty for me for at least a few days while this heals.

I’m essential so I’m working normal hours. My spare time at home on my days off is being spent pretty much as always. Now that “non-essential” businesses have been shuttered in WV I suppose the epicenter of activity will likely shrink substantially. I’ll probably be doing a lot of gun cleaning and maybe working on my homemade 3-D camo suit work in progress.

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Originally posted by Ironmike57:

Not shooting, that’s for sure. All of the ranges near me are closed.

Ours closed for a few days, then re-opened with limited hours, some new rules, and some suggestions to minimize virus exposure.

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Originally posted by MikeinNC:

can’t even go to the library.

I go to the library at home, using a couple of apps to borrow library books and download them to my Kindle Reader.

If you don't have a physical Kindle, there are free Kindle apps (emulators) for smartphones, tablets, and computers.

Amazon is letting kids stream audible stories for free while schools are closed:

https://stories.audible.com/start-listen

Still working extended hours as needed. Stops and citizen contacts are minimal as possible. No enforcement of municipal/minor offenses. When we respond to calls, extreme caution is practiced. We have already had multiple offenders claim to have the Covid 19 virus and usually it turns out to be false, but there have been a few that are now isolated and under watch.

Rattle canned an AR. Working from home some. Working out. Sighted in a couple of rifles at the range. Need to clean the house.

The project I'm on went fully remote. A lot more gets done when no one has to walk to meetings and no drive-by/hallway conversations.

I don't have any spare time.

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Originally posted by Klusk2:
We have already had multiple offenders claim to have the Covid 19 virus and usually it turns out to be false, but there have been a few that are now isolated and under watch.

Isolated in a sealed 55 gallon drum would be my preference.

The junkies are beginning to have ready-cash issues, as some businesses about here are limiting "cash back". I do not use the CB feature, but wanted to try out a new bank card to see how it worked while at a small convenience store, and was alerted to restrictions. Meanwhile, on the way in to a larger grocers, a mumbling individual got into my space and asked if "they" had cash "in there"

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Originally posted by V-Tail:

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Originally posted by MikeinNC:

can’t even go to the library.

I go to the library at home, using a couple of apps to borrow library books and download them to my Kindle Reader.

If you don't have a physical Kindle, there are free Kindle apps (emulators) for smartphones, tablets, and computers.

Thanks VTail, I have Libby on my iPad, but there are no books I’m interested in, in my area....may have to use my moms address and see about there.

I’m essential, so it's work as usual for me.

Naps. And reading.

Remodelling the downstairs bathroom. I just filled a 22 cubic foot dumpster with plaster, lath, panelling, tub, flooring, etc.

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Originally posted by MikeinNC:

Thanks VTail, I have Libby on my iPad, but there are no books I’m interested in, in my area....may have to use my moms address and see about there.

I'm an Amazon Prime subscriber, there are a lot of books available for free borrowing through Prime Reading.

Next level up is Kindle Unlimited (not really unlimited), for $9.99 / month, there are a LOT more books. I don't pay that, I lurk, and every now and again Amazon offers a teaser, maybe ninety-nine cents for a three month subscription. I do jump on those, but put a reminder on my calendar to cancel a day or two before the three month teaser period runs out.

Now, remembering that I'm 83 and my health is sort of OK but not great, if I get to the point where I am a shut-in and my activity is really restricted, I'll probably buy into the $9.99 / month. Thankfully, I am nowhere near that reduced level of activity yet.

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Originally posted by rat2306:

Naps. And reading.

Naps. I need to put that on my schedule!

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Originally posted by V-Tail:

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Originally posted by rat2306:

Naps. And reading.

Naps. I need to put that on my schedule!

Got to remember, we're in this for the long haul; have to rest so we can be battle-ready for the next day.

I put together a desk/hutch that's been in the box at my house for probably 6-8 months. Bought 3 gallons of interior house paint and am planning on painting walls and such sometime in the neat future...….been focusing on the little other projects at the house that I've been too busy for. Started watching Breaking Bad all over again last weekend...... Boring for sure......

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Originally posted by Yanert98:
Bjjfanatics is giving away 1 free Benardo Faria course and John Danaher just gave away a free set on Solo drills.

So I'm watching videos and trying to talk the old lady into rolling w/me

I'm with you. This is keeping me from hitting my mat hours. Thinking about testing for blue in the fall.

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Originally posted by V-Tail:

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Originally posted by rat2306:

Naps. And reading.

Naps. I need to put that on my schedule!

I don’t need to put naps on my schedule. Every day, shortly after lunch, narcolepsy threatens to overtake me, mandating a 30-minute nap.