So, since I abruptly emerged from lurker-hood via the web archive, I
guess it's time to introduce myself. I'm 30, and married to a SWMBO
who is not only tolerant but encouraging of this...habit. I'm a
graduate student right now, investigating how marine microorganisms
make molecules that could be drugs. I'm also at the very bottom end of
the Galoot learning curve. Every purchase involves hours of research,
and a little bit of wondering whether I actually made a reasonable
buy. But it's too much fun to put down, so I think I'll stick with it.

Being a grad student, money is somewhat scarce. Woodworking is a
family thing, and this seems the best way to me to connect to
tradition. It also seems that I've found the perfect community in
which to explore it. I look forward to getting to know you all in my
new, de-lurked status.

Brian Hathaway
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