Archive for December, 2009

Power Tools - The Powerful Anniversary Gift for a Pregnant Belly

Sunday, December 13th, 2009
Heather Jacobson asked:


I was pregnant and my back ached something awful. We’d tried all kinds of variations to our sleeping arrangements to see if that would help my sore back, but to no avail! Until, that is, I created a brand new bed from a few varieties of foam. Wow, what comfort.

However, the bed was on the floor. My big ole’ pregnant belly simply didn’t like to get up off of a floor bed every few hours at night. So I decided it was time to make a change. I’d build myself a bed frame! The idea was exciting, but then I realized what I’d have to build it with.

You see, we had a nice shop with lots of tools. However, our power tool selection was less than ideal. In fact, our circular saw was so old it’d throw sparks from the cord whenever we used it. I know I’m probably a fraidy cat, but I don’t like using tools that spark when they run. It doesn’t give me comfortable vibes.

So, my plan to build a bed frame was exciting…up until I thought about those crazy sparks. I decided to forge ahead anyway, since my pregnant belly was only getting bigger, making the bed-on-the floor arrangement less and less workable. I got some wood and sent my husband to the store to get a few pieces that I forgot.

Then came the phone call I’ll cherish. My husband had happened to pass a display of a set of cordless power tools–you know the kind where they include everything–circular saw, drill, flashlight, jig saw, and vacuum. My husband said the deal was really good and he was wondering if I’d mind if he got it. Of course, the sparks went flying–out the window, I mean. I was SO excited!

Of course, I told him to go ahead and get the set and we’d consider it as our anniversary present, since we were counting pennies and trying to be careful with our money. He brought home the set and I was amazed at those cordless power tools! They worked so well and I didn’t even have to THINK about a cord sparking, because there was none. What a cool gift.

Now I know some women may not appreciate a set of cordless power tools for an anniversary present, but I sure did. Those tools were (and are) awesome! We’ve ended up using them for so many projects, including cutting tree limbs that fell during hurricane type winds.

I really appreciate my husband thinking outside the box when it comes to getting gifts for me. I appreciate practical e gifts that I’ll use lots, but wouldn’t normally buy for myself. Those power tools where one of those things. I wonder how many other women would appreciate gifts like that!



Louis
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Should I pull the weeds at the root, or should I use a power tool ?

Wednesday, December 9th, 2009
Peep asked:


1 acre.

Sam
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Do you have any gift ideas for a power tool or woodworking tool for my husband who already has many tools?

Saturday, December 5th, 2009
WhiteDove asked:


He has several types of big saws, and all the little power tools-drills, dremels (sp?), power sanders and the like. He is good at woodworking, but I don’t think he has many woodworking type tools. Any guy or girl out there who enjoys working with tools, what tools are you glad you own, or what tools are on your wish list??

Thanks!

Denise

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Can I use a power tool, such as a Dremel to remove calcium buildup on metal?

Friday, December 4th, 2009
Midas and The Muse asked:


My washing machine lid has a spot of calcium buildup that’s pretty thick. Until I get down to the last layer, is there any reason a cutter or sander attachment on a Dremel tool shouldn’t be used?

Anita
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Help! applying for a job, need a creative answer : if you were a power tool, what type would you be and why?

Thursday, December 3rd, 2009
Idaho Girl asked:


I need an interesting or thoughtful answer to this question, I have thought about it for days and can come up with nothing. The particular job involved is customer service, in which you are helping people daily, real estate involved! Thanks for any ideas!

Diana
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