Doing it the hard way

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Pete
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Doing it the hard way

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Well, shoveling a path out to the pier was the hard part. The 12" wasn't that heavy back in 2004. Note the outlets on the pier. It beat setting up from scratch.
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As frequently happens, there is a super clear night forecast following today's major storm. The dome's cleared off and operational. With the forecast wind and temperature in the teens a roll of wouldn't work for this old man. Very thankful that I was able to barter with Carrie and get the observatory in exchange for a new living room couch.
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Re: Doing it the hard way

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Keeping yourself fit you don't look that much different than then. Great pic.

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