New to here but not "new" to turning.

[Tablesawed]

Hi, I am an intermediate pen turner, and sadly after my kidneys failed and my wife decided not to be my wife anymore I had to leave the majority of my tools in Oregon. With my son, who probably won't use them. Now I am in Leander Texas. I really miss my lathe, and my drill press and my dog. So I get to start over from scratch! which is daunting but at least I know what I want this time.

 

[howsitwork]

Chris

sorry to hear you've had a rough time. However now you know what you want to do and you've found a real community here to encourage you. Maybe join the AAW there's bound to be a local chapter and that can help make life fun again ?

Anyway, stay well and keep turning

Oops and. before I forget Greetings and welcome from the UK

 

[Tablesawed]

Thanks I really appreciate it.

 

[JohnU]

Welcome from IL Chris! You found a great pen making family here.

 

[Alan Morrison]

Chris, no-one ever said that life was going to be easy, but I hope that this next chapter will bring you something good.
You will make friends in your new situation, here on this forum, and in your everyday life.
Woodturning is a great therapy (as you know) and I trust that it brings you joy.
Take care, Chris, and as Ian suggests, there may be a turners club nearby which you can join.
Alan

 

[Tablesawed]

Chris, no-one ever said that life was going to be easy, but I hope that this next chapter will bring you something good.
You will make friends in your new situation, here on this forum, and in your everyday life.
Woodturning is a great therapy (as you know) and I trust that it brings you joy.
Take care, Chris, and as Ian suggests, there may be a turners club nearby which you can join.
Alan

Thanks Alan!

 

[tomtedesco]

Welcome from Colorado.

 

[Woodchipper]

Welcome from Tennessee. Trust things will get better for you. This is a great bunch who will share advice and experience.

 

[Lmstretch]

Welcome from FL.
Sorry to hear about all your troubles.
I wish you luck in getting back into turning and making pen.
in my opinion, it's great therapy.
I know when I am feeling down, I work on some pens and everything is back where it should be.

 

[egnald]

Hello and welcome from Nerbaska - Dave

 

[More Grumpy]

Welcome Chris.... this is a great way to relax and some fantastic folks here. I think I see a new country song in your story!

 

[Tablesawed]

Welcome Chris.... this is a great way to relax and some fantastic folks here. I think I see a new country song in your story!

How about a metal ballad, Cuz CASH died and that the only county I'll listen to.lol I Do relax woodturning and it's something I can do, relatively well, so there is that!

 

[Jim15]

Welcome Chris.

 

[KMCloonan]

Chris, Another welcome from Illinois! Best wishes for your future pens!

 

[PenPal]

Welcome Chris my kidney function is 15% so I understand you,now I am in an hiatus looking to come out fighting,welcome and all the best from over here.

 

[cdwrrtx]

Howdy, neighbor. I am in Round Rock. Work has been keeping me away from my lathe, but got out there today and it felt good. Had some gliches and was reminded to just take it slow and good things will happen.

 

[Wayne]

Hello and Welcome to our home. We have many ideas and Downloadable PDF tutorials for your review.

Here's an Introductory Document for Reference.

Welcome Quick Start Reference for New Members

This is a good Quick Start document for new members. It offer many links. Click on the image below to begin download of PDF. Author: Wayne Racinowski

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Take a look at our "General Announcements" on the Home Page.

International Association of Penturners

International Association of Penturners

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Here is a direct link to the Library of Tutorials Menu.

IAP Library Menu of Tutorials (Last Update 4-3-2024)

IAP Library Menu of Tutorials (Last Update 4-3-2024) Search All Current Library Resources View Latest Additions - Last 6 Months CATEGORIES

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Here's a list of World Wide Pen Suppliers.

World Wide Pen Suppliers - Revised 3-23-2024

Please notify Library Manager of Additional Suppliers. This is a Revision to World Wide Pen Suppliers List - Revised 3-23-2024 Click on the image below to begin download of PDF. IAP Supplier Poll...

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Let me know if you find any others.

Have Fun!