>>>...The jackknife shot across the room and imbedded itself, closed, in the wood paneling. <<<<br><br>Chuckle. Chuckle.<br><br>Some of life's most profound lessons are the result of serendipity. Like you said, it's fortunate you were not looking down the "barrel" at the time. Or that they never accidentally ignited on a hike while the staff was in your hand.<br><br><br>Willie Vannerson<br>McHenry, IL