Hello Derek,
If I can be so brash as to ask, can you explain more why you should have followed in Jack Sobon's footsteps? And why is it too late to turn back?
I think this is the real question for everyone who loves working wood: balancing our hearts with our checkbooks.
If anyone else out there feels brave enough to bare their soul a minute, many of would be grateful.
By the way, that's a fine catch and a good looking boy.
Thanks and all the best,
Zach