...there was a 34 year old man who realized he had a stupid amount of money tied up in tools he didn't use. Forgive me, Father, for I have sinned...
Hi, my name is Brian, and I am guilty of neglecting my tools, and, worse yet, neglecting my talents. This is indeed a grievous sin to humanity, and the purpose of this blog is to show the world my penance as I learn (or re-learn) how to use the God-given talents I have to create wonderful things and make this world a better place.
My intent here is to give a frequent and entertaining commentary on my adventures for those who care to keep tabs on me. Life and technology permitting, you will see my ideas grow from random thoughts to tangible items of quality and value. What will I make? Who knows. Probably some clocks. Maybe some instruments. Maybe some jewelry. Maybe some archery equipment. DEFINITELY some tools.
Currently, I am putting the finishing touches on organizing my shop (aka our 1-car garage). Don't get excited about seeing pictures of this. I have absolutely chosen function and frugality over form in creating my work space. Things are coming together, though. I know where I'm going to put most things, and that's the hardest part for me. If my ideas pan out, the things I create will more than make up for the lack of decor in my humble little shop.
As I close this inaugural post, I feel the need to issue fair warning to the brave souls who cast their eyes upon my musings. This space will contain my unabridged thoughts and words. While nothing will be typed here that would merit worse than a G rating in a movie, I will NOT be parsing my words. If, in the mental wanderings I am subjected to as I create things, I venture into the land of politics, morality, religion, economics, or other topics that are prone to setting off heated debates and I choose to share these thoughts with you, so be it. Learn the fine art of being able to agree to disagree, and we'll have a wonderful time here.
As with everything that comes from this silly head, the title of this blog was not chosen lightly. This will be about the things I create, but it will also be about the things I learn as I venture deeper into the divine process that is creation.
