I go to several woodworking forums and participate in many, many topics. Once in a great while I’ll even contribute to a topic about woodworking. But really I come to these sights to learn woodworking. And, just like while in school, the best way to learn is to shut your mouth and listen to the ones who know what they’re talking about.
It’s at recess (the Cafe’ and General Discussion) that I like to spout off.
But anyway, to the point.
Since we’re here at recess I’ll announce at this forum first (since I learn more here than at all the other forums I hang out at combined): On July fourth, while the rest of my country men/women are celebrating the Independence of our nation, I will be professing my dependence and love for the greatest woman that has ever existed.
This is the second time around for both of us so we have both already learned the pitfalls and mistakes that are to be avoided and, most importantly, how to correct the ones we don’t avoid.
I know you all will wish me luck and I thank you all, every one, in advance, I’ll tell you all how it all went and goes (without putting in too much detail).
ChuckN and I have nothing of value to add to this discussion.
Replies
Wishing you luck and the best in the new marriage. Any honeymoon? Or are you just going to fire up the BBQ and light off some fireworks?
Thanks, FG
Actually it looks like that's what we're going to have to do.
Oh yeah! There's gonna be fireworks! (Wink, wink. Nod, nod. Know what I mean? Know what I mean?) But try to find a nice restaurant open on the fourth. Isn't going to happen. So I guess I'll be cooking my new bride our "first" meal on the Webber.
ChuckN and I have nothing of value to add to this discussion.
Congratulations! Best wishes for both of you, and may that day be the start of a long, blessed life together.
Chuck,
All the best to you and the new wife. The fact you are a woodworker means you are handy around the house - AND you can cook on the BBQ. She is a lucky woman!
Live long and prosper!
Bob in Calgary
Chuck,
Congratulations. Best of luck to the two of you.
You said that you had learned lessons from the first time around. You should post them here for the rest of us to learn.
As far as how to make the next one work better, just use the same type of discussion with your new wife as you we all do here on Knots. :-)
I heard of a "woodworking cruise" that operates out of Norway. Maybe you could do something like that for a honeymoon. Let the wife pick out some of the seminars that you will both attend. Get her a nice dust mask and ear protection. All will be good.
Have fun.
Mel
Measure your output in smiles per board foot.
Mel, I had a leaflet for that, it's a woodturning cruise and for those of the female persuasion there was flower arranging, sock darning and crochet coaching. Well, perhaps I exagerate, but I think it would be the quickest leap from new bride to woodturning widow on record!
All the best, David
Chuck,
Second marriage doesn't mean second best. Both my wife and I are first-time losers. We've been married for 16 years now. The best part of my day is the time I spend with her.
Good luck and God bless.
Jim
Good luck to Chuck and bride.
But a STRONG word of caution--To get the marriage off on the right foot, you should be planning a REAL barbecue, as in Texas barbecue. Not any of that "boiled-first-and-then-grill-it-with-goupy-sauce" stuff.
For a long-lasting relationship, start off with a spicy dry rub and let it cook for a L-O-N-G time with low heat and plenty of smoke. Start early in the day and it should be tender that evening. (double entendre intended)
Serve with a cold Big Red, or a Shiner Bock if so inclined.
Enjoy.
Barbeque sliced beef and bread
Ribs and sausage and a cold Big Red
Barbeque makes old ones feel young
Barbecue makes everybody someone
If you're feelin' puny and you don't know what to do
Treat yourself to some meat -- eat some barbequeNothing like Robert Earl. Tom"Notice that at no time do my fingers leave my hand"
Wasn't it Groucho Marx who said, "Don't get me wrong; marriage is a fine institution. I'm just not ready for an institution yet..."
Zolton
As someone enjoying 22 years of bliss, best of luck. Just rememeber "Marriage is an Institution!"
If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it.
And if it stops moving, subsidize it.
I'd say marriage is an accomplishment. ;-)
Congrats and best of luck!
Just rememeber "Marriage is an Institution!"
I'd say marriage is a partnership...
Congrats.
Regards from Perth
Derek (married to one woman for 25 years .... or is that 25 woman for 1 year?)
Just remember "Marriage is an Institution!"
I'd say marriage is a partnership...
Congrats.
Regards from Perth
Derek (married to one woman for 25 years .... or is that 25 woman for 1 year?)
Yep, partnership would be another good word as long as you are both committed!Government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.
Chuck,
I will join the others and wish the two of you the best.
One of the most important lessons I have learned is that love is a decision. It is not chemistry. It is not lust. It is not something you fall into. Now, all those things can add value to it, but first and foremost -- love is a decision.
My decision was 38 years ago. One of the best decisions I ever made, and still make every day.
Alan - planesaw
We just celebrated our 62 anniversary and it's been swell. The best "job" I ever took on! Not always easy, but always worth it. Lots of luck to you and all and most of all, lots of LOVE.
Len
Congratulations... but I am confused. How can you be marrying "the greatest woman that has ever existed" when she is already married to me?
Wait a second: "Honey...did you go Mormon on me...and who is Chuck?!??!!"
Best of luck...(she and I already have plans for the 4th...)
Glaucon
If you don't think too good, then don't think too much...
Chuck & Mrs. Chuck congratulations, all the best, Paddy
Chuck,
I'll join the crowd and congratulations on this joint endeavor. I met my wife of 30 years while cleaning out a wood storage loft in college (we were both Industrial Arts Education majrs). You may be marrying the best woman in the world for you, but I certainly married the best one for me. Thirty wonderful years later she is still my best friend, supporter, critic, and lover. For my 50th b'say she convinced me to build the shop of my dreams instead of suffering through a mid-life crisis, and never questioned what it cost. For our 30th anniversary she gave me a very special "Priest's" ring (another story there), but when I was involved in a bad fall that shattered my femur among other problems the ring got badly crushed. They got it off me in the ER before surgery and she slipped it on her thumb since it was bent enough to now fit her petite hands. In the last month she has taken on the new role of nurse with a real grumpy and impatient patient at times, without a complaint. For my b'day last week she gave me a new identical ring instead of fixing the old one, she told me that she wants the crushed one to remind her how close she came to losing me that day.
Moral of story her: After thirty years our marriage is stronger than ever, and stay off extension ladders :)
Congrats Chuck! All the best! Meself, I'd say marriage is all about commitment. Found a fine Irish lass 25 years ago and chased her until she caught me. If you do it right the love just keeps a'coming.
Have fun with the fireworks!
charlie -- "Count your blessings....it could always be worse!"
Congratulations and blessings to you and the bride. Tom
This forum post is now archived. Commenting has been disabled