I washed my mug yesterday. Like, really washed it. With a scrubby. And soap, even. Some may be wondering why I am about to make a big deal about such a routine task. Others may already know about my dirty mug and are appalled that I would do such a thing. That mug wasn’t actually […]
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My Dirty Mug
Maritime. As one of the oldest industries, it comes as no surprise that it is deeply entrenched in history, tradition, and folklore. As result, the amount of maritime superstitions is too many to mention. A few of my favorites include: No women aboard. Do no rename a boat / ship. Do not set sail on […]
KOKOSING IV Barge, Then and Now
That was then… Prior to my current job at The Great Lakes Towing Company and Great Lakes Shipyard, I worked at Moran Iron Works. One of the my first projects on the job was the construction of two deck barges for Durocher Marine, a division of Kokosing. Deeply involved in all facets of the project […]
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Alpha and Beta Test Your Life
Ready to make a change in your life?Test it! Alpha and beta testing are performed in the research and development of new products and services. A similar process can be used in making any changes to one’s self. You don’t need everything figured out and calculated before you make a change.That being said, you also […]
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KIRBUCCI, LLC
As of Wednesday, June 12, 2019, Kirbucci, LLC is a bonafide business! The Department of Treasury, Internal Revenue Service issued me an Employer Identification Number (EIN) and everything! So what is Kirbucci, LLC? I’m not quite sure! I have been thing about dabbling in other areas of interest, personally and professionally. While the What is […]
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A Year in Review – 2018
1 year. 12 months. 365 days. 8,760 hours. 525,600 minutes. 31,536,00 seconds. full of travel, good music, a big move, family and friends, and more! Here are just some of the many highlights: My mom fought cancer! Took a trip to NYC for the Westminster Dog Show Up and moved from Indian River, Michigan to […]
WorkBoat Show Wrap Up
Back in Cleveland but dreaming of New Orleans, I am still on the high that comes from three days jam packed with industry talk, jazz music, Cajun food, craft beer, and, since I am being honest… bourbon. As much as I wish I could still be there, the momentum of this year’s International WorkBoat Show remains! A […]
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What do you do?
Them: “Hi, I’m So-And-So.” Me: “Hi, I’m Kirsten.” [Shakes hands] Them: “Nice to meet you.” Me: “Likewise!” Them: “What do you do?” Such a well intended yet loaded question! Most people just spout off a job title, employer’s name, and overuse the words “I” and “me” for a minute or two. Sure, maybe a job […]
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Hello, world!
Welcome to my WordPress site; this is my first post! I’m finally embarking on a journey to develop my brand. As a true multipotentialite at heart, I have a lot of interests, both personally and professionally. The struggle with keeping a healthy balance, develop usable content, and pursue and share in a open space is something I […]