Thread: Taps

Originally Posted by Ed Reiss

Well guys, sad to report that I've gotten out of the turning business. Have sold all my turning gear to a guy whose on the board of the Wood Turning Center in Philly.

CFS, the left leg, lower back on the left side, and my left arm have conspired against me to inflict as much pain as possible!!! Being a lefty, the condition has left me in a lurch as my right arm really ain't trained to do too much.

CFS ,Chronic Fatigue Syndrome ?

Ed, sorry to hear that. Do not go away, you have lots to offer here. I have enjoyed your posts. You can continue to offer advice and keep the addiction going for lots of us.

Ed having had CFS I know how and what your going through I had to stop all tool work energy and body just refused to even hang onto a spanner.

BUT hey look at me now its not the end of the world you'll be back at it before you know it and wanting the latest and greatest.

So no leaving here you have to much wisdom to offer, besides we need Yanks to poke fun at too.

Hey, Ed,
Sorry to here news like that, but hang in there...maybe it can be repaired....
At least stay here and offer your good advise.
If you ever find yourself down in far Southwest Georgia, stop and visit a spell.
Gil

Hi Ed
I know I speak for a lot of newer turners when I say " we need you"
the wit and wisdom that you bring to this fourum can't be replaced so please stay around we look forward to your posts for a long time to come
Best regards
Graham

Bugger Ed! Sorry to hear of your woes getting to such a level!

Of course you wil continue with your posts. I look forward to your wit and humour as well as your expertise.

All the best for the future!

Originally Posted by artme

Bugger Ed! Sorry to hear of your woes getting to such a level!

Of course you wil continue with your posts. I look forward to your wit and humour as well as your expertise.

All the best for the future!

Yeah

Bugger

Of course you can stay - well I reckon you can
we love your wit and your contributions - the world wouldn't be the same without them

Now for a bit of the aussie black humour - I spose this means you won't be joining the 2012 Aussie day pen swap

Seriously, I hope there is a right handed hobby you can take up

Get well

Even though I am not a turner anymore, I'm hoping that you lot will allow me to stay with the forum - for harassment purposes, you know! and to keep you all on the straight and narrow[

I think Ed your presence would be sadly missed and besides your one of " them yanks" wot understands us better than most. and therefore a rarity and an asset.

Sad to see the woodturning kit go, but your presence around here will always be welcome

Cheers,
Dave

Sorry to hear Ed , but you are certainly welcome to stay.

Guys...I thank you kindly for your words of encouragement...ya'all rock

Obviously, turning big is not in the future, but who knows, maybe will get to feeling good enough to aquire a mini-lathe and start turning pens

I'm sorry to hear that Ed.
It would be very difficult for me if I had to give it up completely.
I don't think I could go cold turkey and stay out of prison for very long .
I've had some downtime that has kept me out of it for a few months
but having something chucked and ready to finish was always a part
of my recovery plan for myself.
Exploring the mini option seems like sound wisdom.
Vicmarc has a sit down machine on the market now, it tilts like the oneway.
I'm not sure what the specs are on it but it might be good therapy at times.
Vicmarc - Wood Lathes, Chucks, Jaws and Accessories -

I've studied your work here and at your website and it's great .
You have a lot of experience and a good writing presence so I hope you stay around.
Best regards,
John Lopez

Originally Posted by Ed Reiss

who knows, maybe will get to feeling good enough to aquire a mini-lathe and start turning pens

You really are diseased, aren't you!

Not good news, but don't give up completely. Pens if you must, but also consider scroll saw work, band saw, etc.

You could also take a cue from Dale Chihuly (glass artist). When he lost an eye, he also lost binocular vision and couldn't do the work himself; now provides counsel to his juniors.

Anything beats daytime television.

Cheers,
Joe

Originally Posted by Ed Reiss

Even though I am not a turner anymore, I'm hoping that you lot will allow me to stay with the forum - for harassment purposes, you know! and to keep you all on the straight and narrow

I bloody hope so!
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