A Man and His Tools

Back when I was a nerd, “tools” meant nothing more to me than a mini-screwdriver set to take apart PC towers.  Now, out here in the country, let’s just say that Tim the “Tool Man” Taylor’s exuberance for power tools makes a whole lot of sense.

I showed that pasture who's boss.

Tools of all kinds are more than just a commodity in the sticks, they’re a necessity.  When you’re on several acres, tools become a part of you.  I’ve got the basics; push mower, weed whacker, cordless drill, wrench set, etc.  Then I have the specialized gear; riding mower, Dremel, and the star of this post, my brush cutter.

Ahh, the brush cutter.  A tool among tools, it's an eight-sided, double bladed, whirling piece of steel attached to a two-stroke motor.  Just imagine a gas powered ninja star at the end of a throttle.  Pull the cord, let 'er rip, and not even a seven-foot tall, five-foot wide milk thistle weed stands a chance.

Brush cutter in action

Oh yeah!