In this first episode, Bob Carnes reflects on his journey as a mechanical engineer in the oil industry, describing his numerous projects, including an offshore semi-submersible rig and two land rigs for Wyoming. This is a story of professional triumphs, missed opportunities, and the relentless pursuit of a career in oil drilling.
00:00 Introduction to Bob Carnes and Mazah Margolin
00:28 Meeting at Midland Airport
01:55 The Texas Oil Field and Company Dynamics
02:32 Offshore Rig Project in Trinidad
04:14 Challenges and Innovations in Rig Building
12:13 Family Life and Travels
15:21 Visit to Israel
23:01 Career Reflections and Missed Opportunities
28:39 Conclusion and Final Thoughts with Baron Wiley

In this first episode, Bob Carnes reflects on his journey as a mechanical engineer in the oil industry, describing his numerous projects, including an offshore semi-submersible rig and two land rigs for Wyoming. This is a story of professional triumphs, missed opportunities, and the relentless pursuit of a career in oil drilling.
<ul>
<li>00:00 Introduction to Bob Carnes and Mazah Margolin</li>
<li>00:28 Meeting at Midland Airport</li>
<li>01:55 The Texas Oil Field and Company Dynamics</li>
<li>02:32 Offshore Rig Project in Trinidad</li>
<li>04:14 Challenges and Innovations in Rig Building</li>
<li>12:13 Family Life and Travels</li>
<li>15:21 Visit to Israel</li>
<li>23:01 Career Reflections and Missed Opportunities</li>
<li>28:39 Conclusion and Final Thoughts with Baron Wiley</li>
</ul>

In The Least of These, Bob Carnes reflects on a life shaped by curiosity, service, and gratitude. From his early days as a Navy veteran and engineer to his years as a journalist, oilman, and photographer, Bob has worn many hats—but through them all, he’s remained a keen observer of people and purpose. With warmth and humility, he honors the teachers, neighbors, relatives, coworkers, mentors, and his beloved wife Silvia, who shaped his journey. This memoir is both a personal testament and a tribute to the everyday heroes who quietly make life meaningful.

In The Least of These, Bob Carnes reflects on a life shaped by curiosity, service, and gratitude. From his early days as a Navy veteran and engineer to his years as a journalist, oilman, and photographer, Bob has worn many hats&mdash;but through them all, he&rsquo;s remained a keen observer of people and purpose. With warmth and humility, he honors the teachers, neighbors, relatives, coworkers, mentors, and his beloved wife Silvia, who shaped his journey. This memoir is both a personal testament and a tribute to the everyday heroes who quietly make life meaningful.

The Least of These - A Memoir by Bob Carnes

The Least of These
by Bob Carnes

In The Least of These, Bob Carnes reflects on a life shaped by curiosity, service, and gratitude. From his early days as a Navy veteran and engineer to his years as a journalist, oilman, and photographer, Bob has worn many hats—but through them all, he’s remained a keen observer of people and purpose. With warmth and humility, he honors the teachers, neighbors, relatives, coworkers, mentors, and his beloved wife Silvia who shaped his journey. This memoir is both a personal testament and a tribute to the everyday heroes who quietly make life meaningful.

The Least of These by Bob Carnes
In The Least of These, Bob Carnes reflects on a life shaped by curiosity, service, and gratitude. From his early days as a Navy veteran and engineer to his years as a journalist, oilman, and photographer, Bob has worn many hats&mdash;but through them all, he&rsquo;s remained a keen observer of people and purpose. With warmth and humility, he honors the teachers, neighbors, relatives, coworkers, mentors, and his beloved wife Silvia who shaped his journey. This memoir is both a personal testament and a tribute to the everyday heroes who quietly make life meaningful.