CRISPINS CRITTERS

[AU24K]

Today was interesting....

When I got to work, a jack was waiting on me that needed serious repairs.
How serious?

Well, the handle was broken completely off.
All that was holding it on was the wiring harness.

I took pictures with my phone, but I'm not smart enough to send them to myself and be able to post.
Yet.
I'll figure it out....

Then, I was sent over to an administration building to replace some ballasts for "U-Bend" bulb fixtures.
So, I'm on a ladder, working on wiring in a new ballast, and an older black woman, the receptionist, is talking to another older black woman about some situation involving a driver or something. She is VERY angry.

She said, "And what can I do?"
Ole Scotty looks down from the ladder, catches her eye and sings, "Everybody Dance Now! Let me see you move!"
She gave me a funny look and then smiled and sang, "Everybody Dance Now!"

The other black lady smiled and said, "He knows his music!"



I said that I was a DJ at block parties back in the 70's.

I then sang, "Hello my Love, I heard a kiss from you...."


Then, the conversation took off!

They were debating the name of the song.
One said, "Strawberry Letter 22,"
and the other said, "Strawberry Letter 23."

Then, almost on cue, they both looked up to me on the ladder and said, "Scotty, you were the DJ, what's the name of that song?"

I said, "Brothers Johnson. Strawberry Letter 23."



By the time I wired in the ballast and provided light, the angry receptionist was smiling.

I told them to both have a great weekend.

As I left, I heard them both singing!

You've heard the saying, "Leave 'em Laughing?"

I left them Singing!

Best,

Scott

 

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[AU24K]

Then, as the shift was only about a half hour from ending for me, I went searching for repairs to be performed, as is my wont....

I found a jack that needed a new drive wheel.
Damn!
That's at least a 45 minute job!

But, I either do it on a Friday night or I do it first thing Monday....

I'll do it tonight.
I'll bet that I can do it in a half hour.

WRONG!

I jacked up the Crown PE4500 and put jack stands under it and removed the axle roll pin. I then removed the castle nut and Belleville washers.
At this point, I usually push the axle shaft out by hand and drop the drive wheel.

Not this time...

I ended up having to ask help from the Produce Manager, Bill, who happened by.

I was under the jack and had a bar on the shaft and had him swing a sledge hammer to drive the shaft out.
The shaft had not been greased properly in the past and had heated up to the point of expanding, making removal difficult.

I even had to remove the right side caster assembly to get to the shaft.
Eventually, we drove the shaft out.

I thanked Bill, wished him a great weekend and continued the repair.

Friends, by then it was gravy.

I had to use a new axle kit which included a new bearing adapter, new castle nut, Belleville washers and roll pin.

Then I re-installed the right side caster assembly, LIBERALLY greased all of the zerks, dropped the jack back down and called it a day.
All together, it took an extra half hour.

And you know what?

I'll ALWAYS look for work that needs to be done!

Y'all have a GREAT Weekend!

Best,

Scott

 

[AU24K]

And.....

I might just have that skydiving trip next weekend!

Working out the details now....

Scott

http://www.skydivethefarm.com/

 

[Togreenfeet]

Hey Uncle Bill I’m watching the Revenant with DiCaprio. They say it was filmed in Canada. Some harsh terrain there. Is it close to you?

 

[releventchair]

Attended a nieces wedding today at a very important camp to the bridal couple.. Not sure if it was a wedding wrapped into a celebration or the other way around.
Everyone danced in celebration (everyone!) immediately after the kiss.
Pouring rain ,bride and groom (same outfits mind you ,bridal dress too boot) zip-lined after.

On the way there ,somebody (I look around as if not knowing) Missed a 30 m.p.h. sign before an old railroad grade at about 60,or maybe a little faster.
Probably one of the better hang times in it's history before the truck landed. Girlfriend was not overly impressed. But I was!

 

[AU24K]

Skydiving is going to happen this coming weekend!

Jesy, the Gal that was the Manager of the Dominos that I was a delivery driver of one of the stores I worked at the same time,
when I started College again, who believed in my College pursuits and attended my Graduation on Mother's Day,
WILL JUMP!

I said that perhaps we can get a group rate depending on how many of us want that thrill.
Adroitly, I mentioned that the experience would be a "Bucket-List" item.
But not for me....

I also messaged Tristan, to see if he is interested, but.....we'll see.
Kipp seems to be a "thrill seeker," yet, I really don't see him jumping.
I could be wrong.

Y'all got plans for this coming weekend?

Best,

Scott

ADDED:

I will provide the liquor shots for all when we reach earth again.
I'm thinking of a rare Irish Scotch....

 

[GB1]

i could not go sky diving i'm afraid of heights and i got no plans except for some detecting

 

[AU24K]

"When life is difficult and solutions are far away,
Remember that this is just another day."

"A day of difficulties, yet life, anew....
A day of life, the days are few."

"How will you spend your time?
I know how I'll spend mine."

"Giving to one who needs,
Performing Humanities deeds."

"Do you hunger for love of life?
Or the knowledge of what's right?"

"When one learns of how to live today,
One will live in the way."

I live a simple life.

Occasionally, I'll buy a 6 pack of Guiness after a long day at work.

Most times, I fear the dreams that sleep will present.

When all is said and done, I'm just an average Joe.
A Veteran whom has seen more than I want to see.
An average Joe, who only wants to live a normal life....

Scott

 

[AU24K]

How can I show my love for America's Heroes?

Perhaps instead of enjoying Golden Coral's "Veterans Day" meal, I'll volunteer to help.
Bus tables, wash dishes, whatever....
How do you serve America's Heroes?

Certainly an endeavor that ALL Vets should investigate....
Veterans Day approaches.
How will you make a difference?

"Gunny, I got your back...."

Scott

 

[AU24K]

And, when life is over, and Death comes calling,

I will stand tall, challenging Death for just one more day to spend with my Friends,

And one hell of a battle will begin!
Doubt not mine strength...
For I am a winner....,

I plan on winning....
How about you?




Y'all be good.


Scotty

 

[Togreenfeet]

Sounds Dukes of Hazard-ish RC.....

 

[AU24K]

After all that I've been through, Doesn't jumping from an airplane seem like "Child's Play?"




We all celebrate the day that we were born. That day comes around year after year after year.....

But, the day that we die comes around every year.
Only once. And you don't realize it.
Do you?

Scott

 

[AU24K]

"I mention this because I am Dying, and I really don't give much of a damn about tomorrow.
I plan on dying today and I'll take all of you sum *****es with me."

Even before I make my VA appointment....
Details are not discussed....

And soon, Jumping from an airplane will be...
Just one more pleasure in my life....Before I die.


What's your pleasure, before YOU die?


Scotty

 

[AU24K]

Now I search for music that plays an Ovation Guitar...

I bet y'all can't provide music.

Sad, ain't it?

Scott

Play it!

 

[AU24K]

Sometimes, I fall from my dreams,


Do you not feel me and my goals?

Scotty
And then, I rise to accomplishments!

 

[AU24K]

"HARK! The future draws nigh!
And soon your life will pass you by."

Friends,

Please enjoy life every day
because you may not see another day..

Be the one to spread love and joy.

And remember those whom told you so...

Scott

 

[releventchair]

Sounds Dukes of Hazard-ish RC.....

Nobody yelled yell "yeeee- hahh" though. Just my "wow" And her "what the.... !"

 

[releventchair]

I mention this because I am Dying, and I really don't give much of a damn about tomorrow.

Even before I make my VA appointment....
Details are not discussed....

And soon, Jumping from an airplane will be...
Just one more pleasure in my life....Before I die.


What's your pleasure?


Scotty

Wear a properly packed chute please. Reduce dying speed ,and who knows? You might jump again..

 

[Togreenfeet]

Scott go for AFF, accelerated free fall.

 

[AU24K]

Wear a properly packed chute please. Reduce dying speed ,and who knows? You might jump again..

I've jumped before.
At night.
But I packed my own 'chute.

Soon, I will feel the thrill of terminal velocity again.

A rush one never forgets.

After all, it's called "SKY DIVING!"

Scott