On Nov 29, 2006, at 4:18 PM, Tom Soles wrote:

>  Goloots and other tool nuts,
>
> I am moved to present myself to the group and ask that I be  
> accepted for
> what I am.  I am a retired private school teacher of 39 years. I am
> considered to be a professional sculptor with many of my pieces in  
> public
> and private collection. I have given this activity up after  
> retirement and
> now devote my time to my real love, woodworking and tool collecting.

  First, welcome! Second, isn't it sad that so many of us wait till  
retirement to pursue what we really love?
I think the government should provide grants so that we can all  
realize our true creative potential!

  No, really!!

Spike Cornelius
PDX
           Crazy for Shavings

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