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The tragedy in Newton CT has brought forth soul-searching and grief around the globe. Being a parent of three children I spent the weekend praying and struggling to make sense of this tragedy - I just could not get my mind off it. No words can truly express how heartbroken I am, the only thing I can really say is "why?"
In times of crisis, it's easy to assume that young children don't know what's going on. But one thing's for sure -- children are very sensitive to how their parents feel. They're very aware of the expressions on their parents' faces and the tone of their voices.
Children can sense when we are worried, whether they're seeing this unfold on the news or talking about it with other kids.
I find personal comfort in something that Mr. Fred Rogers once said. He said look for the helpers.....
"When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, "Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping." To this day, especially in times of "disaster," I remember my mother's words and I am always comforted by realizing that there are still so many helpers - so many caring people in this world." ~ Fred Rogers Milwaukee Cordless Impact driver
We had a WINNER of the Milwaukee Impact driver last week. I use the website www.randomnumber.org to pick my winners.
The winner was Tom Gallant. Tom is a PRO, union carpenter from Boston, MA. and a newsletter subscriber AConcordCarpenter. I met Tom last winter after one of my guys moved away. Tom worked with me for three days to help me finish a project before a blizzard hit.
Over 300 people entered this contest - congrats Tom. I'm glad you're a subscriber!!
Bosch Click and Go Contest Winner
Remember the $1000 Bosch Click and Go giveaway? We have a winner - it's Bryan Peterson from Minnesota! Congrats Bryan.
Bryan titled his contest entry as; "Insane Traveling Shop" about how the Click & Go would make him more efficient.
"My shop is where the job is. Toting tools and supplies all over the city is a huge task. I've been using plastic bins and an assortment of tool boxes. Moving all this around on a daily basis is a daunting task. The plastic bins crack in the cold and wilt in the heat then my stuff ends up all over.
My tool boxes are all different sizes. I can't get my large job box in and out of my truck when it is fully loaded. I need to empty it out to lift it on and off the truck then fill it up again.
I would love to have a system that is versatile, easy to get in and out of the truck, stores in a small space, and can stand up to the rigors of everyday handling in all weather. I know that the other contractors that I work with will be jealous when they see me with the Click & Go."
Feedback From A PRO Contractor and Newsletter Subscriber
Long time craftsman and carpenter Tom Whelan recently send me this facebook message; "every time you review a tool and like it, i run out and buy it, you're costing me a fortune, just got the Milwaukee cordless cir. saw. ya killing me!" ~ TW
Contractors like Tom rely on my tool reviews to make purchase decisions. Very few online publications have the day to day connection with the remodeling industry as I do. Being a seasoned contractor I have a trusted history of only promoting quality products.
Thanks Tom I appreciate you feedback and use it to motivate me! |
 Wing Enterprises Recalls "Switch-it" Stepladder/Stepstools
Approximately 20,000 stepladder / stepstool combination ladders are being recalled due to a fall hazard. When extended, the inner side rails can separate from the outer side rails causing the user to fall.
These ladders are made in China and sold exclusively at Home Depot. If you own one of these ladders immediately stop using the recalled stepladder / stepstools and contact Wing Enterprises [below] for a free replacement of the front outer section.
Consumer Contact:
Wing Enterprises Inc.; toll-free at (855) 595-3378, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or online at www.littlegiantladders.com/switch-it-recall, for more information.
Importer:
Wing Enterprises Inc., of Springville, Utah
Manufacturer:
Suzhou Zhongchuang Aluminum Products Co. Ltd.
Incidents/Injuries:
Wing Enterprises has received nine reports of the ladder becoming unstable causing the user to fall and sustain injuries ranging from scrapes and contusions to a fractured collar bone.
Description:
The recalled products are Switch-it Type 1A Stepladder/Stepstools rated at 300 pounds. The Switch-it is an aluminum ladder that can be extended from a 2-foot stepstool to a 6-foot stepladder. It has flared C-channel outer rails that fit over inner rails. The outer rails have orange rocker-type locks on each side to hold the outer rails to the inner rails. The words "Switch-it by Little Giant" appear on the front of the top platform.
Recalled Switch-it stepladder/stepstools have the following date stamps: 10622S, 10623S, 10624S, 10721S and 10722S. The date stamp is located immediately below the orange locks on the outer rails. Part Number "15124" is on the black and orange notice label attached to the back of the outer rails.
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Holiday Tool Gift Guide
The holidays are around the corner and I'm betting your looking for that that perfect gift for your PRO contractor or Do-It- Yourself er? Don't fret ~ I've got you covered with my Holiday Tool Gift Guide.
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