tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4806780840284604692024-03-14T02:53:16.488-07:00.Northern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.comBlogger72125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-44884704936157333812011-09-28T07:19:00.000-07:002011-09-28T07:19:44.418-07:00Reflection in the mirrorGood morning, it has been exactly one year since I retired from being a firefighter. For those that know me know that it was not just a career, but a major part of who I have become over the years. Growing up I ate, breathed, and slept fire department, just talk to my family. Many family events were missed as a result of my choosen way of life, which sometimes were not always understood but always accepted.<br />
As I looked in the mirror this morning I though about the reasons, some of which out weighed continueing my career. As I watch the roll reversal between my father and I, deep down I know that being there for both of my parents at this time is by far the right choice.<br />
In my heart I will forever be the the fireman, a man that considered himself very lucky to have the chance to not only be a part of something amazing, but a man that learned how important life itself truely is. I am very greatful to those that I not only taught me, but kept me safe. I hope that I was able to return the favor.<br />
As i bring this to a close for today I know that even though one of my passions in life has changed, it will be ok, for I know that my creative passions will fill that space and will help me to become the long awaited craftsman that I have deep down inside. <br />
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Michael McIntyre<br />
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A great man once said always stay low and stay safe!!Northern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-70508977301605277002011-09-26T05:24:00.000-07:002011-09-26T05:24:49.709-07:00UntilGood morning, Monday has arrived and hopefully the sun with it. Another very busy week ahead and still trying to get things on a smoother path. Progression is a very slow process but, I know that thinking things out and good planning will win out in the end.<br />
Well since the day is going to be a long and busy one I shall say goodbye until the next time.........<br />
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Be safe and have a great day!!<br />
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Michael Northern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-23093494538002028882011-09-23T06:11:00.000-07:002011-09-23T06:11:44.306-07:00The featWell friday has arrived and so has more rain. A good day to work on finishing estimates and get more time on the unfinished projects. Going to try the new design program which for those that know me it will be a feat in it's self. Never been very good with the computer thing but I know that I need to keep progress going if I want to reach my goal.<br />
Time to get moving a lot to accomplish in a short time, doctor's appointment today. I believe that they are going to saw me in half and count my rings today. As long as they do not throw away the two pieces everything should be good. Well enough chatter, have a great weekend!!<br />
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Michael <br />
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If you are lucky enough to be irish you are luck enough!!Northern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-58140341435890987732011-09-21T06:17:00.000-07:002011-09-21T06:17:25.257-07:00Be advisedGood morning, it has been over a month since I last posted.Very sorry to those that follow, life has been very busy and time has definitely been a factor. Still in catch up mode which I will probably be in for a long, long time. I was able to complete a project that was sitting for awhile, I create a giant picture frame out of some douglas fir for a flag of heroes. It was for station #10 my final station that I worked out of.<br />
Well, onto other items still trying to raise the money for my timber shop, very slow process. It will HAPPEN!! The very stubborn individual that I am is not going to let money stop creativity from taking place.With that said it is time to be working on business so hopefully I can be back to keep you informed in the very near future, so until then be waiting because there is some great things on the horizon!!!!<br />
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Michael<br />
Have a great day!!Northern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-50592550613561639712011-08-17T06:20:00.000-07:002011-08-17T06:20:20.236-07:00The processGood morning, it has been almost three and a half weeks since I last posted. So many things have been going on that there just have not been enough hours in a day. Some of the activities were good, mixed however with a few that were not. It just reaffirms just how important that life should be looked upon as a gift, no matter who you are or what you do!<br />
I am off my soapbox now, back to where things are going. Still working very hard at trying to get caught up on all of the many things that need attention. It is a very slow process but as they say slow and steady wins the race and I know that I can!!<br />
Well it is another crazy busy day ahead, and it is time to get to my list. Until the next time.....Northern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-29462038903335779262011-07-26T05:56:00.000-07:002011-07-26T05:56:59.873-07:00Timber Frame Tuesday: Striving for perfection Good morning, it has been a few weeks since I last posted. Today if you follow is Timber Frame tuesday. My topic is about striving for perfection. An area which I try very hard to succeed at. The Timber frame world is one of passion, drive, and creative imagination. All of which brings you back to striving for perfection.<br />
As I slowly enter this new world I hope that I can bring out the drive, the creative imagination and passion that the world of timber framing has to offer. Hopefully some day someone will look at my work and say WOW and then say I know who did that! <br />
When that moment arrives I know that striving for perfection will be worth it!!!<br />
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Have a great day, stay safe!!!<br />
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Michael<br />
Northern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-67107487880602708632011-07-11T05:03:00.000-07:002011-07-11T05:03:32.460-07:00Just sayingGood morning, Here we are with another full week of things to do. Lots of work going to take place but also a little fun. D.C is in the mix and a little time will be dedicated to enjoying a food show. It is a unique event that I have gotten the pleasure of enjoying in the past.<br />
Just keep a watchful ear out though, in addition to the fun my saws will be talking up a storm, kind of like the owner. Just saying!!<br />
Well it is time to stop writing and start the day's activities. So until the next time.......<br />
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Have a great day!!<br />
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Michael Northern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-20157693499305399622011-07-08T05:53:00.000-07:002011-07-08T05:53:28.212-07:00TGIFGood morning, another busy day ahead. Lots and lots of rain rolled thru the area last night and hopefully it was helpful. As I sit here writing this blog today my thoughts turn to what needs to be accomplished. Just when you think the list in your head is going to be done, more items present themselves that makes for another challenging day!<br />
All is good though and having something move forward is definitely worth the challenge!! So I better get a move on and keep making progress. Have a wonderful weekend, be safe and enjoy. Talk with everyone in the future.<br />
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Have a great day!!<br />
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Michael<br />
Remember if you are lucky enough to be Irish you are lucky enough!! Northern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-51756778730189220562011-07-06T05:51:00.000-07:002011-07-06T05:51:15.084-07:00ProgressGood morning, a week and a half has passed sinced I last posted. There was a tremendous amount of activity taking place. A new phone entered the picture { a droid incredible } and for those that know me, it is going to take awhile to get comfortable with all that it can do, so I hope that those that communicate with me will understand. PROGRESS!!!<br />
Well it is time to move, another very busy day ahead but it just brings things that much closer to making the shop happen, so off I go to get things done.<br />
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Have a great day!!!<br />
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Michael <br />
Northern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-17725159661856160052011-06-27T05:55:00.000-07:002011-06-27T05:55:31.598-07:00Danny NoonanGood morning, it has been a few days since I last posted. Last week was incredibly busy and this week will be about the same. It is definitely starting to look like business is going to be back on the move and in a positive direction.<br />
It may be hit or miss with my postings over the next few weeks but, I will still be here and information will still be presented so that my little world can be part of yours. Off to get some work done and until next time be the ball!!!<br />
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Have a great day!!!<br />
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Michael Northern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-34292098991181396532011-06-21T05:28:00.000-07:002011-06-21T05:28:14.883-07:00Timber Frame Tuesday: Structural Insulated PanelsGood morning and another tuesday has arrived. Last week I spoke about hybrids, so to keep it consistent with the direction I will talk about SIP'S, otherwise known as structural insulated panels. The panels are a phenominal invention. They have many uses and were created specifically with the timber frame industry in mind.<br />
They are available in a variety sizes and even styles. Some are set up with so that electrical and plumbing can be run thru them without disturbing the inner core. For those that build they offer an alternative to stick framing and can be a cost effective method to put up a shell.<br />
There are classes available that teach the best method and best utilization of the SIP'S for the building industry.<br />
So as I have stated in previous blogs, it falls back to homework and research and really great planning when it comes down to creating your dream!! Until tommorrow....<br />
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Have a great day!!<br />
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Michael<br />
Northern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-13999949901828788672011-06-20T05:08:00.000-07:002011-06-20T05:08:42.882-07:00Busy DayGood morning, a plethera of activity is about to get underway this week. A new furnace and air conditioner are getting installed today, hopefully it will be a smooth transition. The week has many more activities also planned, from tile work to painting to just being busy. So things are getting underway and I am needed to answer questions so until we talk again......!!<br />
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Have a great day!!!<br />
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Michael Northern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-32818713488530949562011-06-16T06:00:00.000-07:002011-06-16T06:00:38.960-07:00Log Jamz: WiringGood morning, It is thursday and time for log jamz. My topic for today is wiring. When building a log home there are several different approaches to running your electrical systems to your new home. Design is a very big factor. When you first start your project is is a very wise idea to have a plan on paper as to where all the wiring systems are going to go through out your home. <br />
Some homes will create a false panel and run the wiring behind a baseboard, others will predrill each log so as to have a cleaner look. Either methods are acceptable.<br />
It is a very wise thing to find an electrician with log home experience because all the little factors that can go along with doing such a project.The builder and the electrician will be coordinating the process together. The process starts once the ground as been broken. Well for now i will say goodbye until tommorrow...<br />
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Have a great day!<br />
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Michael<br />
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Northern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-21174130183507331162011-06-15T04:48:00.000-07:002011-06-15T04:48:37.688-07:00Hustle Wednesday already, hope that everyone is having a good start so far this morning. Patiently awaiting an answer from a proposal to finish a log house project, keeping very busy with little things until the real work pops back into the picture.<br />
Steadily working towards the dream of building the timber frame shop, hustle seems to be the name of the game. Incredibly busy day ahead so for now I will say have a great day until tommorrow!!<br />
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If you are lucky enough to be Irish you are lucky enough!!<br />
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MichaelNorthern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-55987734584668771412011-06-14T05:19:00.000-07:002011-06-14T05:19:33.878-07:00Timber Frame Tuesday: HybridsGood morning, Well it is tuesday and time to talk about timber frames. Today's topic is hybrids. For those that are not familar with the term hybrid, it in layman's terms is a combination of conventional building that incoporates some timber frame features. For those that would like effect of a timber frame but cannot budget a full frame, it allows you to have some of the features. Most common is to have a great room with a timber truss effect. <br />
Usually the general contractor will combine the stick frame or panelized home with these features for an open floor plan. Well off to finish more proposals and other items for today, so until tommorrow.....<br />
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Have a great day!<br />
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Michael Northern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-15055192728089564322011-06-13T05:52:00.000-07:002011-06-13T05:52:14.345-07:00Busy beeGood morning, a great sunny monday is ahead. Lots and lots of activities to start off the week. Still waiting for a confirmation of a bid. Either way though I will remain a busy little bee! Going to use every moment to make things happen.<br />
Well I am going to do just what I said so until we meet again enjoy your day and keep a watchful eye out for a tornado called Mike, because he is on the move!!<br />
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Have a great day!!!<br />
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MichaelNorthern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-87105792609919878192011-06-10T05:24:00.000-07:002011-06-10T05:24:13.393-07:00Loose ends togetherGood morning, busy day ahead, it is a day of bringing some loose ends together and having some positive progress take place. As always the schedule is subject to change, but I will be working hard to keep progress happening. <br />
Made a connection yesterday afternoon that hopefully will be the begining of a bigger business network for the company. Time will tell. So until next week ........<br />
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Have a great weekend!<br />
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Michael Northern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-4172128853404012022011-06-09T06:06:00.000-07:002011-06-09T06:06:15.182-07:00Log Jamz: Additions Good morning, Well another thursday has arrived and for those that follow my little blog, know that it is log jamz thursday. As I sit here deciding what to write about the subject of log additions comes to mind.<br />
For those that own a log home and want to add to it, a certain degree of challenges may arise.<br />
Questions that need to be asked are such things as do I use full logs or log siding? Do I have any special challenges that I will face when adding to my existing log home. How long of a process am I looking at to do my project? Do I need a builder that specializes in log additions or is it ok to just use a general contractor?<br />
These are just a few of the questions to put into your mind when making a decision to add to your home, there many questions that come about in this process and we will talk about them over time, so until tommorrow.........<br />
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Have a great day!! <br />
Michael<br />
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P.S. Remember if you are lucky enough to be Irish you are lucky enough!!!<br />
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Northern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-44694196161998829222011-06-08T05:49:00.000-07:002011-06-08T05:49:39.444-07:00What a concept Good morning on this sunny wednesday, hope that all is well for everyone. Another day of details for the estimates that I need to complete and then onto working on some projects. <br />
Ten years ago today at this very time I broke my back building an addition, on my brother's birthday no less. Since then I have been fracture free and intend on keeping it that way.<br />
Robin Williams said it best { REALITY WHAT A CONCEPT!!! } So I am going to wish my brother a happy birthday and get to work. Until tommorrow........<br />
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Have a great day!!<br />
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MichaelNorthern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-8685689854243828552011-06-07T05:38:00.000-07:002011-06-07T05:38:39.681-07:00Burning brain cells Good morning, it has been over a week since I last posted. I have been non-stop here lately which is a good thing. Today is bid day, numbers, facts, figures and all the good stuff that goes along with it. <br />
So if you smell a burning sensation near my house you will probably discover that I have burned up a few more valuable brain cells in the process.<br />
With that said I will be back soon and information will be heading your way!!<br />
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Have a great day! <br />
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michaelNorthern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-80109327457961864582011-05-25T04:56:00.000-07:002011-05-25T04:56:04.120-07:00On the move!! Good morning, a very busy day ahead but nice weather and plenty of work to keep myself busy. Well I will be on the move in just a few minutes, three places to be and then maybe a little down time.<br />
So tommorrow brings about another log jamz and more, so until then.......<br />
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Have a great day!!!<br />
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Michael Northern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-6643587549017488962011-05-24T06:15:00.000-07:002011-05-24T06:15:23.617-07:00Timber Frame tuesday; The DirectionGood morning, well first of all you have reached another timber frame tuesday. Things are in the works and a timber frame project is on the horizon and locally. The business is slowly getting to move in the direction that i have always wanted it to go!<br />
So get your chisels sharp, be prepared to work and lets get dusty. Off to job. Until tommorrow......<br />
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Have a great day!!!!!!! <br />
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MichaelNorthern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-90516045162841433762011-05-23T06:24:00.000-07:002011-05-23T06:24:05.369-07:00The AniversaryGood morning, had a great weekend with family and friends celebrating my parent's 50th. A special thanks to the family and friends that flew across the country to be at the event. It was more than greatly appreciated.Thank you also the fine people of the Manor Tavern for the great service, and finally to my photography friend Rach, excellent JOB!!! <br />
Well a very busy week ahead everything from working with timbers to drywall, so progress is happening. As I write I am organizing what needs to happen so until tommorrow.......<br />
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Have a great day!!<br />
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MichaelNorthern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-84964570739119357472011-05-19T06:50:00.000-07:002011-05-19T06:50:07.627-07:00log Jamz: note to selfGood morning, hope that you had a great wednesday. As promised I have another addition of Log Jamz, I know that you have been on the edge of your seat waiting in anticipation. <br />
Well, you have already noted that I have talked about the weather and it's affect on your log home, now I am going to bring up sunshine, which this week seems to be eluding everyone for the most part.<br />
Just like rain and snow the sunshine can have an effect on your log home if not properly protected. so with that in mind make a note to self and keep your log home sealed and or stained for good protection from the rays. Your logs will thank you!!<br />
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Good day until tommorrow!!<br />
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MichaelNorthern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-480678084028460469.post-66568353675836609412011-05-18T05:20:00.000-07:002011-05-18T05:20:30.821-07:00Keep it moving Another rainy day, but work goes on! Finishing up some work on some 6x6 timbers and hopefully be able to put them in place in the not to distant future. While I am waiting for good weather there still will be lots of activity. <br />
huge weekend planned lots of relatives, so a couple of more days of preparation have to be fit in. So it is after 8.00am time to keep it moving, Tommorrow is another Log Jamz so I hope that you will be on the edge of your seat with anticipation!!<br />
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Have a great day!<br />
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MichaelNorthern Maryland Timberworkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372337349017175101noreply@blogger.com0