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The stand to support the table top came

from the trunk of a dead tree we’d propped

against the fence to keep deer out of our yard

one winter. Weathered by time, its heritage

was unknown. However, it was solid and had

roots that, when trimmed and stained dark

walnut, made a perfect four-pronged base for

the table.

Happily, 90 percent of the time I spent on

the project was spent hand-sanding, using

progressively finer grits. For me, hand-sanding

has all the elements of meditation — simple,

focused, repetitive action (with a dust mask).

And, although it was to be a Christmas pres-

ent for my wife, the fact that I didn’t finish it

until April wasn’t a problem for her — or for

me. The wabi-sabi journey was as satisfying

as the destination.

Bob McCray

Evanston, Illinois

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Circle #64; see card pg 97

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This walnut side table exemplifies the beauty

found in simplicity and imperfection.

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