So, I noticed about a week ago, that my 20th anniversary here had came and went. If I remember, I signed up as soon as I noticed in the magazine the new forum was up and running. That's when I was pretty green in the machine shop hobby. I've never worked in a job shop, or manufacturing. I did spend 3 years in a Automotive Machine Shop, in the late 70's.
A couple recent threads about missing members, and what ever happened to someone got me to thinking about all the all the great people that I've met here. And the help offered to me. Thank you to all.
I'd like to offer a few thoughts that I have developed during my time here. The people who pay the bills here are a group of magazines who are dedicated to hobby types, and I thank them with sincerity. That being said, I really appreciate the pros who take the time to help out guys like me. BUT I've noticed there seems to be some bashing of non professionals. I don't think this belongs here. My opinion. But remember our sponsor, and what they're about. For some of you, it may vary. The arguments that generate many posts by several individuals who tend to duke it out to the last detail, I say, give it a rest! Offer your opinion for consideration. Then, let it go.
So, I guess it would be appropriate to mention a few names of members I have enjoyed over the years. I will mention those who no longer post. Forrest Addy. John Stevenson. Thrud. Jim (can't remember his last name, sorry) David Coffer. I know I'm leaving out too many great guys, so help me out and post some favorites of your own!
A couple recent threads about missing members, and what ever happened to someone got me to thinking about all the all the great people that I've met here. And the help offered to me. Thank you to all.
I'd like to offer a few thoughts that I have developed during my time here. The people who pay the bills here are a group of magazines who are dedicated to hobby types, and I thank them with sincerity. That being said, I really appreciate the pros who take the time to help out guys like me. BUT I've noticed there seems to be some bashing of non professionals. I don't think this belongs here. My opinion. But remember our sponsor, and what they're about. For some of you, it may vary. The arguments that generate many posts by several individuals who tend to duke it out to the last detail, I say, give it a rest! Offer your opinion for consideration. Then, let it go.
So, I guess it would be appropriate to mention a few names of members I have enjoyed over the years. I will mention those who no longer post. Forrest Addy. John Stevenson. Thrud. Jim (can't remember his last name, sorry) David Coffer. I know I'm leaving out too many great guys, so help me out and post some favorites of your own!
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