About Me
Hi Everyone!
I am new to wood crafting. Kind of making it a hobby/business. Gonna see how it goes.
In real life I am a plumber and a darn good one at that! No ifs, ands or buts about it! My forte is service work/jobbing. If I can’t fix it, most likely it should have been replaced long before I got there. I have been working on plumbing since 1982, 28 years and counting. I have worked on all kinds of plumbing. From new installations to plumbing that is over 100 years old. From Chicago’s Lake Shore Drive high rises and gold coast, to suburban homes and everything in between. I can fix almost any thing if it uses water.
Currently in these tough times I am unemployed and looking for the right place to start again. Meaning build a good reputation again and bring in business for a plumbing company. I have done this for three service companies and a new start does not scare me. I know my capabilities. I do honest and reliable work and that reflects in repeat customers and recommendations to friends, relatives and others, bringing in more business.
I am married to my first and only wife since 1985, that’s 25 years and counting. We have six kids. Yep, that’s right no typo there. Four boys and two girls. Two in college, one in H.S., one Jr. High and two grade school. Going back that is B,B,B,G,B,G.
I thought I would like to try my hands at some sort of wood working. My dad was a carpenter and soon as I was able to push brooms and clean up I was on his job sites and as I got older actually doing the work with him. I started learning the plumbing trade at 18 and haven’t looked back. I learned how to correctly use hand and power tools and treat them with respect. So I started buying tools on craigslist and got some deals and some good tools. Then IĀ started putting them to use. Here you will read about and see my handiwork as you peruse my blog and I add to it.
Thanks for stopping by,
Later, Harold
I was recently given the Liebster Award, now to pass it on.
12 responses to “About Me”
Bob Gabriel
November 12th, 2010 at 07:57
You still look like “Gentle Ben”
haroldwoodcrafting
November 12th, 2010 at 14:38
Gotten as big as him too! All growl, no bite!
Wesley
December 18th, 2010 at 10:42
I’m Wesley. I ordered a ornament at AV’s Santa’s Secret Shop. It was supposed to be “Robyn” painted red. Your website is the only contact information I have for you. I live in the valley. Can I still get this before Christmas?
haroldwoodcrafting
December 18th, 2010 at 19:27
Yes Wesley! It is cut and being painted. I will be in touch and deliver it to you in a day or two! Thanks for your order!
Hassaan
August 6th, 2011 at 12:35
hi, š thanks for stopping by my site.. š by the way i had been very much into crafting few years ago.. i like it as a nice hobby š
Harold
August 6th, 2011 at 13:13
It is something to keep my hands busy and be a little creative. Then I can write about and show what I do.
Hassaan
August 7th, 2011 at 02:51
anxoiusly waiting to see ur woodwork š
Harold
August 7th, 2011 at 22:18
Click on the wood crafting topic that will take you to what I have done so far.
thebigfatnoodle
August 11th, 2011 at 15:52
Hello, thanks so much for visiting my blog. I love raspberries too! I grew up in Singapore and girls were made to do home economics while boys were allowed to do woodwork. That always upset me! look forward to seeing your woodwork too!
Hassaan
October 17th, 2011 at 11:10
Hi, i like your blog very much.. i assume that you are very much into adventures and stuff.. š
you will also like my post http://www.techenlife.com/?p=802 ( visit to killer mountain.. the nanga parbat )
looking for feedback š
startingoveringermany
July 20th, 2012 at 05:33
Hi Harold, you have been nominated for a Liebster Award. Wishing you a wonderful weekend! http://liferealities.wordpress.com/2012/07/20/liebster-award-keep-on-writing/
Harold
July 20th, 2012 at 15:09
Thank you, I think? I will have to look into this!