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We are back from Alan's belated birthday weekend in Cayucos.  An amazing long weekend of too much hiking, sun and wine.  It is sad when some of your favorite establishments have closed. &nbs … read more

I actually accomplished something over the last 2 days!  Not only did I finish 6 spheres, but also did all the blanks for 8 more.  Today I will hand grind 3 - 4 and hopefully be able to comp … read more

It is really called a concrete drop saw, the newest addition to my arsenal.  I have had it about 4 weeks now and am getting comfortable using it.  I have discovered it works well for making … read more

I have not been productive this month so far.  I need to really get the lead out!  Only 5 spheres finished and 2 of those are out of share rock!  Pathetic!  2 of the others haven't … read more

Specular Hematite has to be some of the strangest material to work.  As it is cutting and grinding, it turns this awful old blood color.  It even has the odor of old blood (and I should know … read more