Well, maybe not. But I should. Allow me to explain. If you’ve been reading this blog long enough (and I can’t imagine who would have been), you might recall that strange evening in 2018 when a process server came to my door looking for some deadbeat dad from Texas who was behind on his child support payments. The dad’s name was the same as mine and the process server had my SSN on the paperwork. But his picture wasn’t mine. A-ha! Regardless, the letters kept on coming and I finally had to hire an attorney in Texas to clear my name while presumably the search for the real guy went on. What...…Well, maybe not. But I should. Allow me to explain. If you’ve been reading this blog long enough (and I can’t imagine who would have been), you might recall that strange evening in 2018 when a process server came to my door looking for some deadbeat dad from Texas who was behind on his child support payments. The dad’s name was the same as mine and the process server had my SSN on the paperwork. But his picture wasn’t mine. A-ha! Regardless, the letters kept on coming and I finally had to hire an attorney in Texas to clear my name while presumably the search for the real guy went on. What...WW…

Are you searching for an eco-friendly and more efficient way to maintain your garden? If so, cordless lawn mowers might just be the answer. However, the core of these innovative devices lies within their power source – the battery. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore everything you need to know about cordless lawn mower batteries. Cordless lawn mowers are powered by rechargeable batteries, which typically range from 18V to 120V. The higher the voltage, the more powerful and long-lasting the battery generally is. These batteries come in two primary types: Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) and...…Are you searching for an eco-friendly and more efficient way to maintain your garden? If so, cordless lawn mowers might just be the answer. However, the core of these innovative devices lies within their power source – the battery. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore everything you need to know about cordless lawn mower batteries. Cordless lawn mowers are powered by rechargeable batteries, which typically range from 18V to 120V. The higher the voltage, the more powerful and long-lasting the battery generally is. These batteries come in two primary types: Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) and...WW…

By Dave ShuteWalt Disney World has released a deal–or rather, a group of deals–for various dates from January 9, 2024 through March 24, 2024.More complicated than most Disney World deals, this one has two “book-by” periods, two different stay periods, and five different discount groups.At its most basic, the deal offers discounts on posted room rates at Disney World hotels. Savings range from 10% to 30%.However, because in addition to this there are five different discount groups, I’ve organized the deal by hotel name to perhaps make things easier to track:More details are available on...…By Dave ShuteWalt Disney World has released a deal–or rather, a group of deals–for various dates from January 9, 2024 through March 24, 2024.More complicated than most Disney World deals, this one has two “book-by” periods, two different stay periods, and five different discount groups.At its most basic, the deal offers discounts on posted room rates at Disney World hotels. Savings range from 10% to 30%.However, because in addition to this there are five different discount groups, I’ve organized the deal by hotel name to perhaps make things easier to track:More details are available on...WW…

By Dave ShuteThe material below details next week’s Disney World operating hours, parades, early entry, extended evening hours, and fireworks.Magic Kingdom will be open from 9a-11p 10/7 and 10/8,  10/9 and 10/10, -11p 10/11, 10/12 and 10/13, 9a-11p 10/14, and  10/15Epcot will be open from 9a-9p every dayDisney’s Hollywood Studios will be open from 9a-9p 10/7 and -9p 10/8 through 10/15Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be open from -7p every dayMagic Kingdom’s afternoon parade will show at 3p every daySee Steve Soares’ site here. Click the park names at its top...…By Dave ShuteThe material below details next week’s Disney World operating hours, parades, early entry, extended evening hours, and fireworks.Magic Kingdom will be open from 9a-11p 10/7 and 10/8,  10/9 and 10/10, -11p 10/11, 10/12 and 10/13, 9a-11p 10/14, and  10/15Epcot will be open from 9a-9p every dayDisney’s Hollywood Studios will be open from 9a-9p 10/7 and -9p 10/8 through 10/15Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be open from -7p every dayMagic Kingdom’s afternoon parade will show at 3p every daySee Steve Soares’ site here. Click the park names at its top...WW…

By Dave ShuteWalt Disney World has kicked off its new “Early Entry” program.This program, which replaces the previous Extra Magic Hours offering that was cancelled in 2020, allows folks staying at any Disney World owned resort, or at any of fourteen other hotels on (or almost on) the Walt Disney World property (full list here) to enter any of the four Disney World theme parks at least 30 minutes before anyone else can enter these theme parks. (Contrary to some claims from others, the list of eligible hotels is exactly the same as the list of hotels eligible for EMH before the March 2020...…By Dave ShuteWalt Disney World has kicked off its new “Early Entry” program.This program, which replaces the previous Extra Magic Hours offering that was cancelled in 2020, allows folks staying at any Disney World owned resort, or at any of fourteen other hotels on (or almost on) the Walt Disney World property (full list here) to enter any of the four Disney World theme parks at least 30 minutes before anyone else can enter these theme parks. (Contrary to some claims from others, the list of eligible hotels is exactly the same as the list of hotels eligible for EMH before the March 2020...WW…

By Dave ShuteDisney World has separated its former Extra Magic Hours (EMH) program into two new programs.One is Disney World’s new Early Theme Park Entry program, in which every park is open early every morning for guests at some 45 different hotels with ~37,000 rooms. Disney World’s Early Entry program is covered here.The second new program is known as Disney World’s Extended Evening Theme Park hours, and is much more limited than Early Entry—at least so far:To participate in Extended Evening Theme Park hours, guests must have–Proof that they are staying at an eligible resort hotel,–A...…By Dave ShuteDisney World has separated its former Extra Magic Hours (EMH) program into two new programs.One is Disney World’s new Early Theme Park Entry program, in which every park is open early every morning for guests at some 45 different hotels with ~37,000 rooms. Disney World’s Early Entry program is covered here.The second new program is known as Disney World’s Extended Evening Theme Park hours, and is much more limited than Early Entry—at least so far:To participate in Extended Evening Theme Park hours, guests must have–Proof that they are staying at an eligible resort hotel,–A...WW…

By Dave ShuteWalt Disney World has implemented a wreck and rebuild of its former FastPass+ system, with more and different options for accessing its rides, many at an extra fee, for the first time since the days of E Tickets.The two key parts of this are known asBelow is a comprehensive overview of all the different ways you can access Walt Disney World’s rides and shows–its “attractions.”Note that I was unable to discuss the new means of accessing these rides without also talking about Disney’s new Early Entry program, a very important replacement for Disney’s former “Extra Magic Hours”...…By Dave ShuteWalt Disney World has implemented a wreck and rebuild of its former FastPass+ system, with more and different options for accessing its rides, many at an extra fee, for the first time since the days of E Tickets.The two key parts of this are known asBelow is a comprehensive overview of all the different ways you can access Walt Disney World’s rides and shows–its “attractions.”Note that I was unable to discuss the new means of accessing these rides without also talking about Disney’s new Early Entry program, a very important replacement for Disney’s former “Extra Magic Hours”...WW…

Skip to contentWelcome to my article about the best corded jigsaws!Below I’ll dive right into a brief list and a comparison table of my top 5 corded jigsaws available for purchase today.This is for those who want to compare models side by side, or who might not have time to read my detailed reviews.Next I’ll go through the pros and cons of each model individually, before finishing up with a quick summary of the difference between corded and cordless jigsaws for those who might still be tossing up between the two models.Let’s dive right in!ContentsIf you’re looking for an affordable yet good...…Skip to contentWelcome to my article about the best corded jigsaws!Below I’ll dive right into a brief list and a comparison table of my top 5 corded jigsaws available for purchase today.This is for those who want to compare models side by side, or who might not have time to read my detailed reviews.Next I’ll go through the pros and cons of each model individually, before finishing up with a quick summary of the difference between corded and cordless jigsaws for those who might still be tossing up between the two models.Let’s dive right in!ContentsIf you’re looking for an affordable yet good...WW…

Skip to contentWelcome to my article that discusses: What is an SDS drill and what is it used for?If you are a do-it-yourselfer or construction worker, the drill you use is very important.There are many drills on the market, but the SDS (Slotted Drive System) drill is said to be the best for heavy duty tasks.Read on to find out what makes this drill so special.ContentsSDS drills came out in the 1970’s and revolutionized the world of construction.Before they were invented, people had a hard time drilling through concrete and similar surfaces.Once the SDS drill was released, construction...…Skip to contentWelcome to my article that discusses: What is an SDS drill and what is it used for?If you are a do-it-yourselfer or construction worker, the drill you use is very important.There are many drills on the market, but the SDS (Slotted Drive System) drill is said to be the best for heavy duty tasks.Read on to find out what makes this drill so special.ContentsSDS drills came out in the 1970’s and revolutionized the world of construction.Before they were invented, people had a hard time drilling through concrete and similar surfaces.Once the SDS drill was released, construction...WW…

Recently one of our readers, McKenzie, posted a question about the difference between American and French Oak. First of all, thanks McKenzie for a very good question.  Secondly, sorry for the delay in coming up with an answer.  This is a very difficult issue to taste test–primarily because most Napa wines use French oak and I’ve encountered only one winery who uses both for the same juice.  The only winery in Napa (that I know of) that uses all Missouri oak is Silver Oak.  This is a great winery with wonderful wines.   They produce only cabernet, and it is quite...…Recently one of our readers, McKenzie, posted a question about the difference between American and French Oak. First of all, thanks McKenzie for a very good question.  Secondly, sorry for the delay in coming up with an answer.  This is a very difficult issue to taste test–primarily because most Napa wines use French oak and I’ve encountered only one winery who uses both for the same juice.  The only winery in Napa (that I know of) that uses all Missouri oak is Silver Oak.  This is a great winery with wonderful wines.   They produce only cabernet, and it is quite...WW…