My Inspiration Door

4/11/05, 9:22 PM #1

Jennifer@Indy.USA
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>The other day I was looking through some books of inspiring quotes and messages that I have and I thought I would jot some down and hang the piece of paper on my garage door by my lathe. After writing a few down it dawned on me that the garage door would be a perfect canvas to utilize for something that would give me inspiration or just some "positive energy" while I'm turning. The door started out as a place to show a few drawings that my 12 year old son has drawn of pictures of some of my turnings. He draws them in pencil and practices his shadows and perspective. Well, the other day I decided to just write the quotes on the garage door and then I wouldn't have to squint my eyes at the paper to read them!

My son and I just love reading them when we're out there. When I come across a quote that I love, I write it down and then next time I'm in the shop I put it on the door. Sometimes I'll think of just a simple phrase, or something funny that I think belongs on the door and I'll make a note and then add it to the door too. I hope to fill it up till there's no more room to write! It probably seems like an odd thing to do, but I can't tell you how much this door has meant to me since I did this. I can't help but feel good while I'm out there in the shop and those words of mine, my mom's, my son's, and others are there to inspire me and get me going! I encourage everybody to have some inspiring messages nearby to boost your creativity!

Jennifer :)

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Hello Everybody! I figure I've been hanging around WoodCentral for a few years now so I might as well officially post a Bio. I'm Jennifer and I reside in the heart of the Midwest in Indianapolis. You'll usually find me hanging out on the turning side of WoodCentral, but I check the Main forum too. I started woodworking about 25 years ago mostly interested in flatwork; small furniture and other items to use around the home. Then I discovered the lathe and became obsessed with it. I've been turning for about 23 years now. My love and excitement for turning has taken me into the world of teaching and frequent demonstrating. Lots of experimenting with textures, color, burning over the past several years. I've recently begun dabbling in metal clay work and have started incorporating it in to my turnings too. It's another toolbox full of toys! When I'm not turning, I'm hanging out with the love of my life and most honest critic, my husband Clay. In order to keep the lathe spinning and the lights on I spend the other part of my day at an ABC television station directing the evening newscasts.

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4/11/05, 9:34 PM #2

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>You had a great idea there!

But...Forget the Joneses???

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4/12/05, 12:14 AM #3

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>Hi Jennifer,

I LOVE this!! What a great idea. Not only the idea itself, but how you are sharing it with your son. You're a great mom!

There are some great quotes on your door. I've heard this one attributed to Picasso, I don't know if it is true, but I really like it:

Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.

After watching my two little ones, I'm convinced the first part is correct, I'm still working on the second!! :)

Thanks for a really great post.

Mike

Trying hard not to grow up in Apex, NC

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4/12/05, 12:42 AM #4

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>My personal favorite: Never refuse homemade brownies. Great idea Jennifer! When growing up my family had a cabin on the beach. The only interior walls that weren't cardboard (from large appliances) was the bathroom. It was the only interior door too. As a result wall writing was rampant. Every time we had guests they signed the walls, when the muse hit us we drew pictures or wrote jokes. The only rules were to be polite, and clean. We still have friends that recall our walls. I just might have to borrow this idea for my shop.

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4/12/05, 1:01 AM #5

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>Molly, please do borrow it. The kids will love it too!

: )

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Hello Everybody! I figure I've been hanging around WoodCentral for a few years now so I might as well officially post a Bio. I'm Jennifer and I reside in the heart of the Midwest in Indianapolis. You'll usually find me hanging out on the turning side of WoodCentral, but I check the Main forum too. I started woodworking about 25 years ago mostly interested in flatwork; small furniture and other items to use around the home. Then I discovered the lathe and became obsessed with it. I've been turning for about 23 years now. My love and excitement for turning has taken me into the world of teaching and frequent demonstrating. Lots of experimenting with textures, color, burning over the past several years. I've recently begun dabbling in metal clay work and have started incorporating it in to my turnings too. It's another toolbox full of toys! When I'm not turning, I'm hanging out with the love of my life and most honest critic, my husband Clay. In order to keep the lathe spinning and the lights on I spend the other part of my day at an ABC television station directing the evening newscasts.

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4/12/05, 1:04 AM #6

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>Thank you Mike that was very sweet what you wrote :)

I do beleive your Picasso quote is on the door already but there's plenty of room for more!

We really are having a great time with it.

Jen

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Hello Everybody! I figure I've been hanging around WoodCentral for a few years now so I might as well officially post a Bio. I'm Jennifer and I reside in the heart of the Midwest in Indianapolis. You'll usually find me hanging out on the turning side of WoodCentral, but I check the Main forum too. I started woodworking about 25 years ago mostly interested in flatwork; small furniture and other items to use around the home. Then I discovered the lathe and became obsessed with it. I've been turning for about 23 years now. My love and excitement for turning has taken me into the world of teaching and frequent demonstrating. Lots of experimenting with textures, color, burning over the past several years. I've recently begun dabbling in metal clay work and have started incorporating it in to my turnings too. It's another toolbox full of toys! When I'm not turning, I'm hanging out with the love of my life and most honest critic, my husband Clay. In order to keep the lathe spinning and the lights on I spend the other part of my day at an ABC television station directing the evening newscasts.

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4/12/05, 1:16 AM #7

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>Jen, that is really neat...all I have over my lathe is the word "dance". It sure helps when I get discouraged. Maybe I need a whole door!

Thanks for sharing!

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4/12/05, 1:48 AM #8

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>No offense intended to anyone named Jones, Ronny. It's referring to the phrase "Keeping up with the Joneses".

Jennifer :)

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Hello Everybody! I figure I've been hanging around WoodCentral for a few years now so I might as well officially post a Bio. I'm Jennifer and I reside in the heart of the Midwest in Indianapolis. You'll usually find me hanging out on the turning side of WoodCentral, but I check the Main forum too. I started woodworking about 25 years ago mostly interested in flatwork; small furniture and other items to use around the home. Then I discovered the lathe and became obsessed with it. I've been turning for about 23 years now. My love and excitement for turning has taken me into the world of teaching and frequent demonstrating. Lots of experimenting with textures, color, burning over the past several years. I've recently begun dabbling in metal clay work and have started incorporating it in to my turnings too. It's another toolbox full of toys! When I'm not turning, I'm hanging out with the love of my life and most honest critic, my husband Clay. In order to keep the lathe spinning and the lights on I spend the other part of my day at an ABC television station directing the evening newscasts.

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4/12/05, 1:50 AM #9

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>Keith your single word "Dance" seems to be working just fine :)

I just confirmed my spot for your demo here. I'll be there on the Sunday. I'm hoping that's "finial day". Looking forward to it!

Jennifer

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Hello Everybody! I figure I've been hanging around WoodCentral for a few years now so I might as well officially post a Bio. I'm Jennifer and I reside in the heart of the Midwest in Indianapolis. You'll usually find me hanging out on the turning side of WoodCentral, but I check the Main forum too. I started woodworking about 25 years ago mostly interested in flatwork; small furniture and other items to use around the home. Then I discovered the lathe and became obsessed with it. I've been turning for about 23 years now. My love and excitement for turning has taken me into the world of teaching and frequent demonstrating. Lots of experimenting with textures, color, burning over the past several years. I've recently begun dabbling in metal clay work and have started incorporating it in to my turnings too. It's another toolbox full of toys! When I'm not turning, I'm hanging out with the love of my life and most honest critic, my husband Clay. In order to keep the lathe spinning and the lights on I spend the other part of my day at an ABC television station directing the evening newscasts.

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4/12/05, 9:29 AM #10

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>That's an excellent idea! I collect quotes, too. I also find them an insperation and a pick me up when I'm down. The one by my lathe is:

Question: How do I get good on the lathe?

Answer: Stand in front of it.

by Rude Osolnik

BTW check your e-mail

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4/12/05, 10:34 AM #11

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>That's a phrase that we don't have here.

But ok, I get it now ;)

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4/12/05, 12:34 PM #12

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>If you sit back and watch the world go by...

It Will!!

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4/12/05, 7:26 PM #13

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>I heard this one at an excruciatingly boring 5-day seminar about 15 years ago. This is the only thing that stuck with me: "It is better to be generally correct than precisely wrong."

Also, I take great inspiration from the "garage door professional services" quote on your door. :')

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4/12/05, 7:33 PM #14

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Super idea!

Carole in VA

>I tape sketches and plans on mine, but there sure is plenty of room for favorite quotes and bits of wisdom.

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4/12/05, 8:08 PM #15

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>Very Funny Dave.....I thought about removing that sticker, but the minute I did...something would break and I'd be looking for a Murphy's Law quote!

Jen :)

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Hello Everybody! I figure I've been hanging around WoodCentral for a few years now so I might as well officially post a Bio. I'm Jennifer and I reside in the heart of the Midwest in Indianapolis. You'll usually find me hanging out on the turning side of WoodCentral, but I check the Main forum too. I started woodworking about 25 years ago mostly interested in flatwork; small furniture and other items to use around the home. Then I discovered the lathe and became obsessed with it. I've been turning for about 23 years now. My love and excitement for turning has taken me into the world of teaching and frequent demonstrating. Lots of experimenting with textures, color, burning over the past several years. I've recently begun dabbling in metal clay work and have started incorporating it in to my turnings too. It's another toolbox full of toys! When I'm not turning, I'm hanging out with the love of my life and most honest critic, my husband Clay. In order to keep the lathe spinning and the lights on I spend the other part of my day at an ABC television station directing the evening newscasts.

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