that's cruel. my motto is "Take you time, and do it right" A machinist is a toolmaker's "grunt-worker"

thanks, I had to work 10,000 hours as an apprentice to become a Journeyman toolmaker. Then along came the computer numerical controlled (CNC) and the learning begins again.

this was when I started in 1979, also shot and developed this photo myself

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my first completed job, winding chucks for armatures

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A toolmaker is a skilled worker who produces and maintains precision tools used in the production of metal, plastic and other materials of all shapes and sizes. The work of a toolmaker involves interpreting drawings and technical data to machine and assemble with great accuracy jigs, fixtures, moulding tools, dies and punches. Care and attention to detail and high precision are the hallmark of toolmaking. The use of lathe, milling machine, surface grinders, drilling and spark erosion equipment are the key skills as are the use of precision, marking out and measuring tools. Modern technologies such as wire erosion, computer aided design (CAD) Computer aided manufacture (CAM) and computer numeral control (CNC) machining have become an integral part of the work of the toolmaker.

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a gear I made on the left to replace worn gear

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1st one is very nice.

clear blue sky so beautiful behind anything God has made.

I like the shot and the editing. Did you edit that in your camera? I have a Nikon D3200 but not familiar with HDR.

around here, folks predict the coming season by looking at signs from nature. According to this woolly worm's coat it looks like it's gonna be a mild winter.

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call me stupid

used "Frozen" as theme

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granddaughter giving her "treat"

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son-in-law Rumplestillskin

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For over 100 years The Birthing Tree with it's ample and well developed structure and foilage gave protection to travelers passing through the area. A number of pregnant women gave birth under the the massive white oak, hence the name. Located NorthEast of McMinnville on Sparta Highway, across from and owned by the River Park Hospital, The Birthing Tree was granted Landmark Tree status in 2000 by the Tennessee Urban Forestry Council

using my Sony Cybershot with better results. It takes a little practice to sync with the movement of the camera. Our HR manager tried to take a photo of 250+ employees by standing on the roof of our plant, but I told her I could do better with a panoramic shot, even though I had not tried a pano yet.

My street from my driveway.

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this is the gazebo in my neighbor's yard

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now that's a great "Pano"

I have been a toolmaker for 35 yrs. Thick skin is the first step if you want to be precise in your work. Criticism is an everyday process, especially from someone with more experience than you.

yeah I do have a problem with over processing, especially with skin tones.

I also removed the sign/post out of the photo.