It was three years ago today that I published my first post here, at the Penultimate Woodshop. It was a fairly routine first post. I introduced myself and thanked the online woodworking community.
As I reflect on it, Im now more thankful to the online community than ever. Im thankful for the help, instruction and friendship that Ive received from the community. While woodworking is often a solo activity, I know that sharing it with a community of fellow woodworkers enriches the experience beyond measure.
So please keep woodworking, keep participating and keep sharing. Thank you for reading (you can keep doing that too).
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Holy crap! It dawned on me this morning that I started the Penultimate Woodshop mid-summer two years ago. I just checked the blog archive, and my fist post was two years ago, yesterday.

Ye olde original cone monster (hes real).

Its been a great two years and Im striving to keep the posts coming semi-regularly and working to build the online community even more by contributing to the Modern Woodworkers Association.
Id like to thank everyone for reading and joining me on this delightful online woodworking journey. Ive made many good friends and had many opportunities I wouldnt otherwise have had. Thank you all.

An early incarnation of the shop setup (now quite a bit different).

For nostalgia, heres a link to my first post. I wouldnt write it this choice today, but it was appropriate for the time it was written. Thank You, Adam KingIll keep it up and try to get next years anniversary post up on time. At least I remember my wedding anniversary is August 18th. Now, if I could just remember the year . . .

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Having returned from Fine Woodworking Live 2013 last night, Im filled with enthusiasm to jump into the shop and build achoice. I also have tons of photos and other info about the event to share.

I will work on those, and over the coming week I hope to have a post or two about the great event and great time we had. For now, I want to introduce Frank Howarths Lawn Chair 2 video.

Its that time of year again, when we take a moment to say thanks for all thing big (surviving Hurricane Sandy) and small (a Tim Hortons Double Double & Cruller actually was good). Its also the time of year Marc, The Wood Whisperer, has his big sale.

Thats one fine cruller.

If youre not flush with Wood Whisperer gear already (and maybe even if you are), head over to Marcs site to check it out. Hes offering 25% off Thursday, 20% off Friday and 15% off Saturday, so dont delay.

Yep, this turkey is a great woodworker.

Be sure to pick up a shop apron, as his are the best available. I gave achoice my others when I received it. The pockets are nice and the cross strapping that doesnt bother you neck is the best.

A wicked awesome apron.

From everyone at the Penultimate Woodshop and the Modern Woodworkers Assocation, have a safe and happy Thanksgiving.

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