Friends, I have struggled greatly with the whole process of getting TMD re-started.  For the most part, I think my problem is with my attitude.  I still like modeling, but I'm not sure I still want to run TMD -- at least, not the way I have run it up to now.  If I am … Continue reading 1.21.2024 JOE’S CORNER: My Plan for TMD in 2024

Friends, I started TMD because I had gotten caught up in the AMS craze.  I wanted everything I built so accurate, it looked like Marvin the Martian had used his shrink ray on the real thing.  So, when I started TMD, I tried to make 'perfect' products.  I cannot tell you how much pain and … Continue reading 12.8.2023 JOE’S CORNER: A Change in My Modeling Philosophy and Business Model

Friends, It's been a while since I wrote one of these posts.  I had intended to write one last week, but I decided against it.  I decided it was better to wait until I not only knew what I wanted to say, but was in a better frame of mind to say it.  The last … Continue reading 12.1.2023 JOE’S CORNER: Another Restart?

Friends, I've been putting off writing this post for a while.  Well, it's been long enough.  So, for better or worse, here goes.  Hit the 'READ MORE' button and I'll share what's been on my mind the past few months. First, before I get into the meat of this post, I want to let those … Continue reading JOE’S CORNER: “Classified”

Folks, My recent year-end break seemed to me like a repeat of the one I had two years ago, when we lost our female schnauzer, Suzy.  This time, I lost one of the two brothers, Chip.  For whatever reason, after the hurricane (Michael), Chip started watching TV with me.  He would also come up to … Continue reading JOE’S CORNER: The Year Ahead