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