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Old 06-09-2010, 23:18   #11
sofmed
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Originally Posted by Destrier View Post
About an hour spent cutting/ welding 3 worn eyebolts for the deck mower. New eyebolts $17 each, hand made $6 for 3 bolts. Savings of $45.

Having my 3 year old daughter hammer in brass spacers and hand me tools while fixing the mower, allot of fun.

3 hours mowing the area, just another day getting it done, 2 gallons regular gas $6

Having my 3 year old run out of the house across the fresh cut grass and giving me a huge hug and saying "thank you for mowing My grass Daddy"

Priceless
Mine are all teenagers now, but picturing your scenario brought memories and a smile to my face. Children are awesome. Thanks for sharing.
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