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8th November 2007, 06:33 PM #1
Diy Woodworks
After my little accident last week, I have done a lot of thinking about the future and I have decided to give woodwork away. I can't in all conscience put my wife and family through that again. Thinking every day that I'm at the workshop, they will get another phone call from the hospital.
I've enjoyed woodwork enormously, and I'm proud of the things I've done and the progress I've made. But there are other things I want to do with my life and although I'll miss woodwork, it's time for me to move on.
Consequently DIY WOODWORKS is up for sale. If anybody knows anyone interested in buying an already set up workshop, with good equipment, for a very cheap price, please push them my way.
I want to thank everyone on the forums who has helped and/or encouraged me over the last 18 months.
Thanks again
Jeff
DIY DAN"Life is what happens while you are busy making other plans" (John Lennon)
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8th November 2007, 06:37 PM #2
Jeff, that's a tough decision but I think you should be applauded for putting your family first.
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8th November 2007, 07:46 PM #3
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8th November 2007, 07:53 PM #4
I was sorry to hear about the finger but giving up woodwork is a big stepto take. My advice would be to take a break for a while and think about it. Don,t sell off the tools till after the cooling off period.
Regards
John
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8th November 2007, 08:10 PM #5
I tend to think like John, by all means sell - but not for a while yet. Anyhow, they won't lose any value for a few months will they?
Denn
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8th November 2007, 08:48 PM #6
diy put you tools in the shed & forget them for a while.MY brother lost a finger & thought like you but I gave him the same advice. It took nearly six months but he is now back into it with more gusto. But now he thinks safety first. Which is not a bad thing
regards Michael
p.s. can't wait to see your next project with a long thinking time just think what you can achieve
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8th November 2007, 09:09 PM #7
Dan you could have been out in the garden doing something not connected with woodwork and had an accident(perhaps even more serious) so most things in life these days involve risk.
Motoring is another example that springs to mind.
I would suggest the messages above of sympathy and a think on the subject at a later date is the way to go.
Any serious accidents ever reported at the Pen making section?woody U.K.
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8th November 2007, 09:26 PM #8You've got to risk it to get the biscuit
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8th November 2007, 10:20 PM #9
Until Stirlo goes ape with the CA glue & sticks stuff to things that aren't supposed to be stuck to that is.
Sorry to hear about the fingers Jeff...
After getting 14 stitches in my head, I sold my motor bike so I can understand why you would sell the machinery.
Best of luck for the future.Cliff.
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8th November 2007, 10:28 PM #10
I can also understand the urge to sell up now, but as they say: "act in haste, repent at leisure."
All the same, good luck with whatever you choose to do.
Reported? No.
(But only 'cos they're too ashamed to admit the black eye came from saying "what a waste of pen material" when someone shows off their latest pride'n'joy at a forum get-together/BBQ...)
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Time has a way of healing things. Step back and let some time get between your accident and your final decision. You may well decide your first decision is correct, if you don't and want to continue you have the equipment to resurrect your hobby. Just because we have a car accident and get hurt does not (generally) stop anyone getting in a car and having another go.
CHRIS
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8th November 2007, 11:24 PM #12
Take care Dan and do what is right for you and your family. Whatever that is good luck.
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9th November 2007, 04:38 AM #13Intermediate Member
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If you really enjoy woodworking,
you can go the handtool route. Ozzie Derek Cohen can provide inspiration. He's certainly inspired me, and I'm thousands of miles away.
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9th November 2007, 06:37 AM #14You've got to risk it to get the biscuit
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9th November 2007, 07:57 AM #15
Best of luck with whatever comes next, if you decide to still play with wood the handtool path takes up a lot less space and gives plenty of satisfaction, just takes longer to get things done.
Cheers, John.
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