Author Archives: Andrew Reynolds

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About Andrew Reynolds

Born in California Did the school thing studying electronics, computers, release engineering and literary criticism. I worked in the high tech world doing software release engineering and am now retired. Then I got prostate cancer. Now I am a blogger and work in my wood shop doing scroll saw work and marquetry.

Friday Wisdom – Casinos

Posted on 10/21/2022 by Andrew Reynolds

This week I happened to drive by a casino, so here’s everything I know about casinos and gambling: Gambling is a tax on people who are bad at statistics. How do you make a million playing poker? Start with 10 … Continue reading →

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Friday Wisdom – Violins

Posted on 10/14/2022 by Andrew Reynolds

In my last essay, I mention that I used to play the violin when I was in school. Got a few comments and a good joke about that so here’s everything I know about violins: How many first violinists are … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Working – Shed and Deck Box

Posted on 10/12/2022 by Andrew Reynolds

Well, just some pictures today. We got the shelves and counter in Heather’s shed and she’s finished setting it. Here’s what it looks like: I started a new project – a deck box to hold the cushions for out patio … Continue reading →

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500 Miles

Posted on 10/09/2022 by Andrew Reynolds

It’s about a 260 miles one way to San Jose to see my brother and on a good day it takes about five hours with stops for coffee and restrooms.  My car gets good milage and has one of those … Continue reading →

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