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Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: Spotted Dog on May 07, 2015, 01:32:39 pm

Title: Just a thank you !
Post by: Spotted Dog on May 07, 2015, 01:32:39 pm

I have a neurological disorder that has put me down and depressed for many years.
Since I joined PA, I truly feel up and excited . Like a craftsman again.
My work for 35 years was a heavy mechanic. Destroyed nerves and bones in my
neck along with Trigeminal  Neuralgia .  I love making bows and arrows.

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Post by: Blaflair2 on May 07, 2015, 01:34:54 pm

Glad ya found ur happy place man. It gives me purpose sometimes as well

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Post by: George Tsoukalas on May 07, 2015, 01:57:20 pm

So nice to hear! That is great. Jawge

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Post by: Aaron H on May 07, 2015, 02:55:33 pm

Great to hear you are in a better place Dan. 

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Post by: Sasquatch on May 07, 2015, 04:31:23 pm

Glad you posted this. Stay connected and keep building.

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Post by: Hans H on May 07, 2015, 05:12:43 pm

nice to hear, wish you all the best

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Post by: paco664 on May 07, 2015, 05:15:55 pm

Awesome. .. i may not be able to help ya build a better bow. ..

But I'm good comedy relief. ..

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Post by: raylbird on May 07, 2015, 10:51:00 pm

Sorry about the disorder. Good news that the bow making helps though. I do it largely for the peace that it brings me. It is fun year round also. I am not sure what is the best part, finding trees and cutting them, splitting and drying. Making different types, sizes and designs. It can be a long term rewarding hobby. Welcome.

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Post by: bradsmith2010 on May 08, 2015, 07:26:53 pm

i find it very good therapy as well,,  :)

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Post by: Spotted Dog on May 08, 2015, 09:10:49 pm

My mind wanders to times past. I can sweat myself silly and don't care.
I feel the best coming out with a bow in hand.

Title: Re: Just a thank you !
Post by: Chief RID on May 09, 2015, 07:00:38 am

Thanks for being here, SD. I am a tentative bow builder and have some kind of disorder about it that makes me not get off my butt and do it. At least here I get to watch others go at it and I even make some shavings on occasion. All the best. Make sure you visit Pappy's Life is Good thread regular. That is my medicine daily.

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Post by: Badger on May 09, 2015, 09:31:59 am

  Working with wood never looses its charm. I am also a retired heavy duty mechanic with quite a bit of neck and back injuries. I really enjoy the physical work aspect. I went at it pretty hard the last few days after semi laying off for nearly a year. Every muscle and bone in my body is aching and I feel great!

Title: Re: Just a thank you !
Post by: Carson (CMB) on May 09, 2015, 11:51:38 am

Quote from: Spotted Dog on May 08, 2015, 09:10:49 pm

My mind wanders to times past. I can sweat myself silly and don't care.
I feel the best coming out with a bow in hand.

 :) :)
It is good stuff!!