Things we learned on our own

I thought of this the other night, when, for the first time in 4 years, I attemptted to plow the driveway while drinking a beer (A Pabst can no less). And just so I don't make you wonder: Yes, I did toss the empty into the truck bed when I was done.

So I was thinking, 'how did I learn to plow snow'? I never got a "lesson" but rather just figured out how to do it in the quickest time, with the least amount of damage to buildings, lawns or the truck. I pondered about other things that I have learned to do on my own, and wonder if my boys will be able to do the same. It seems doubtful now since they can't even hang up a coat on a hook.

I, alas, did not have a dad around to teach me some of the basics, but I feel that I have done okay. I did learn alot from my grandfather, mostly to think about what you are doing and to attack the task logically. I learned some building tricks from Nancy's Dad, who, I think if he were still around,we would be doing many projects together.

Over the years I have built many things, done electrical, limited plumbing, refinished floors, etc and like doing these things. So how do we learn these things we are not taught?

A pondering thought for the new year.

Rob