Just a Christmas, warning :)

Jeff · December 11, 2021, 08:33:10 PM

If you've never experienced a forum Christmas contest, one is about to commence. I'll start a new topic soon, but I thought maybe some of you contest veterans could give some advice, or at least words of ~~warning~~ wisdom to the rookies.

Ljohnsaw · December 11, 2021, 09:08:51 PM

Read the directions carefully. All the clues are in there and even some of the answers.

thecfarm · December 11, 2021, 09:38:58 PM

It's a rabbit hole.
Kinda like owning a saw mill. :D

Old Greenhorn · December 11, 2021, 10:04:53 PM

Quote from: thecfarm on December 11, 2021, 09:38:58 PM
It's a rabbit hole.
Kinda like owning a saw mill. :D

Yeah, but sawmills you can figure out eventually. :D
OH Goody. I was just remarking to Pat the other night that is has been a long time since I spent several nights in a seemingly never ending pursuit of some elusive and not-so-clearly defined 'thing'. I was lamenting that these full nights of sleep are beginning to get kind of boring and I longed for spending my time in mis-directed energy on a elusive goal all the while wondering if it is even achievable.
Advice for the first timers? Yeah, buckle up buttercup, this ain't a walk in the park like the Sunday times crossword puzzle. This one is work. Open up 3 different browsers and standby. Good luck to everyone.

Jeff · December 11, 2021, 10:09:57 PM

And to think, Im going to give you until new years day this year to stew!

Lostinmn · December 11, 2021, 10:16:31 PM

best pack a lunch, it will be an all day job :D

btulloh · December 11, 2021, 10:31:45 PM

Uh oh. The devious one is at it again.

Gentlemen, start your headaches. say_what say_what say_what say_what

Roxie · December 12, 2021, 04:51:48 AM

Quote from: Jeff on December 11, 2021, 10:09:57 PM
And to think, Im going to give you until new years day this year to stew!

That's not a good sign right there.

SwampDonkey · December 12, 2021, 05:19:55 AM

He's had lots of time to scheme and plan this fall in the UP cabin so it ain't going to be easy. :D

Old Greenhorn · December 12, 2021, 08:33:41 AM

I would venture to say that as soon as the contest is released the energy consumption around the country drops because saws, mills, and planers go silent during the pursuit phase.

Given SD's observation, which is likely spot on, unfortunately, I think we are in for a good one, adding to that Jeff's 'adjustment' of adding another week for completion should make one shudder just a little. I for one, will add another pound of coffee to our monthly shopping list. As frustrating and maddening as it can be at times, The Contest has become one of the season highlights for me.

Roxie · December 12, 2021, 10:18:12 AM

Another tip is to keep a writing tablet and pencil with a significant eraser by the computer or phone.

pc_smiley

Jeff · December 12, 2021, 11:14:46 AM

This year, I predict a T.V. and a comfortable chair, and some viewing company will be highly beneficial.

chet · December 12, 2021, 11:23:43 AM

Leaves me out, as I haven't looked at a tv in a long time. Although I do listen ta music with da one in my shop, but I refuse ta look at it. :D

Old Greenhorn · December 12, 2021, 11:26:28 AM

oh boy.
This brings to mind the countless hours I spent reviewing thousands of gallery photos looking for answers to the 'simple' bonus question leading up to the last pig roast.

Chet, there is no telling until we see what we are up against, but I think Jeff might be hinting at you tube videos, but again, I gave up a few years back trying to guess how his mind works.