[Woodcarver] Self introduction

[Richard R. Boyd]

Well Richard it seems we have other things in common too.  I'm not from
Origan but I am from Springfield,  Missouri that is.  I missed the Corps so
much I moved back to Jacksonville after I gave up trying to become a
millionaire.    You have inspired me,  I have a Colt Model 1911 45. It's
grips aren't broken like the ones you replaced on that 38 but it would look
better with a new set of grips if I could match yours or come close. W hat
wood species did you use?  
 
Your lathe looks interesting too.  I'm currently installing a dust collector
of my own design using an old Vacuum cleaner.  On paper it works.
 
I think I missed something.  Is there an e-mail address that sends to all
woodcarvers with one click?....  Maybe I'm there.
 
Good to hear from you Top.
 
Simper If. 
Richard R. Boyd
Capt. USMC Retd.
 
-------Original Message-------
 
From: RICHARD L ROMBOLD
Date: 11/2/2008 11:26:13 AM
To: [Woodcarver]
Subject: Re: [Woodcarver] Self introduction
 
Welcome aboard Richard. it's good to have another MARINE here. And being
named Richard doesn't hurt either.
Richard
M/Sgt USMC, Ret.
 
Richard L. Rombold
WIZARD WOODWORKING
489 N. 32nd. St.
Springfield, Or .97478
 
 Take a look at my mess and work.
 http://www.PictureTrail.com/gallery/view?username=thewizz
 
"Do not meddle in the affairs of Dragons, for thou art crunchy and taste
good with ketchup"ichard doesn't hurt either.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: Richard R. Boyd 
To: Woodcarver List 
Sent: Saturday, November 01, 2008 8:05 PM
Subject: [Woodcarver] Self introduction


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Hello Woodcarvers,
 
Matt Kelley said I might introduce myself to you all.
 
To introduce myself I'll start by telling you I'm really new to wood carving
but I am totally engrossed with it.
 
I'm a retired US Marine, I retired in 1970 so you know I've got some years
behind me.  After the Corps I've been a builder,  and an Architect without
portfolio.  
 
Last year my wife learned that our county's Senior Center had an experienced
wood carver who volunteered  time showing seniors how to carve.   She
suggested, as wives do, that I try my hand at wood carving.  I had never
considered wood carving as something I would be interested in but I went to
meet the the gentleman anyway.  In less than two hours he had me convinced I
could do an acceptable job of making a block of wood look like a European
Santa Clause.   That was in November 2007.  Now I have small caricatures,
relief's,  a few dozen love spoons, wood spirits and Santa pin scattered
around the nation.  Inexpensive Christmas presents that inspire friends and
family to encourage me.
 
I been reading every wood carving article I get my hands on. I've converted
my small shop into a wood carving studio.  I pursue other hobbies too but
one might think me a compulsive obsessive when it comes to wood carving....
 
I've developed a web page showing our small Senior Carvers Group and
included a link to my personal web page showing carvings I have completed.  
 
I've entered two completions sofar, one won second place in our county fair.
 The other is an art show held by our local Community College art department
  They haven't released the judges decisions yet.... Anticipation!
 
 
I Hope to learn.
 
Richard 
Woodcarver
http://home.rr.com/woodcarver


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Well Richard it seems we have other things in common too.  I'm not from
Origan but I am from Springfield,  Missouri that is.  I missed the Corps so
much I moved back to Jacksonville after I gave up trying to become a
millionaire.    You have inspired me,  I have a Colt Model 1911 45. It's
grips aren't broken like the ones you replaced on that 38 but it would look
better with a new set of grips if I could match yours or come close. W hat
wood species did you use?  

Your lathe looks interesting too.  I'm currently installing a dust collector
of my own design using an old Vacuum cleaner.  On paper it works.

I think I missed something.  Is there an e-mail address that sends to all
woodcarvers with one click?....  Maybe I'm there.

Good to hear from you Top.

Simper If. 
Richard R. Boyd
Capt. USMC Retd.
 
-------Original Message-------

From: RICHARD L ROMBOLD
Date: 11/2/2008 11:26:13 AM
To: [Woodcarver]
Subject: Re: [Woodcarver] Self introduction
 
Welcome aboard Richard. it's good to have another MARINE here. And being
named Richard doesn't hurt either.
Richard
M/Sgt USMC, Ret.
 
Richard L. Rombold
WIZARD WOODWORKING
489 N. 32nd. St.
Springfield, Or .97478

 Take a look at my mess and work.
 http://www.PictureTrail.com/gallery/view?username=thewizz
 
"Do not meddle in the affairs of Dragons, for thou art crunchy and taste
good with ketchup"ichard doesn't hurt either.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: Richard R. Boyd 
To: Woodcarver List 
Sent: Saturday, November 01, 2008 8:05 PM
Subject: [Woodcarver] Self introduction


Friends in Carving: Please support our List - visit the Carvers' Campanion
Shop at http://cafepress.com/woodcarving


 
 
 
Hello Woodcarvers,
 
Matt Kelley said I might introduce myself to you all.
 
To introduce myself I'll start by telling you I'm really new to wood carving
but I am totally engrossed with it.
 
I'm a retired US Marine, I retired in 1970 so you know I've got some years
behind me.  After the Corps I've been a builder,  and an Architect without
portfolio.  
 
Last year my wife learned that our county's Senior Center had an experienced
wood carver who volunteered  time showing seniors how to carve.   She
suggested, as wives do, that I try my hand at wood carving.  I had never
considered wood carving as something I would be interested in but I went to
meet the the gentleman anyway.  In less than two hours he had me convinced I
could do an acceptable job of making a block of wood look like a European
Santa Clause.   That was in November 2007.  Now I have small caricatures,
relief's,  a few dozen love spoons, wood spirits and Santa pin scattered
around the nation.  Inexpensive Christmas presents that inspire friends and
family to encourage me.
 
I been reading every wood carving article I get my hands on. I've converted
my small shop into a wood carving studio.  I pursue other hobbies too but
one might think me a compulsive obsessive when it comes to wood carving....
 
I've developed a web page showing our small Senior Carvers Group and
included a link to my personal web page showing carvings I have completed.  
 
I've entered two completions sofar, one won second place in our county fair.
 The other is an art show held by our local Community College art department
  They haven't released the judges decisions yet.... Anticipation!
 
 
I Hope to learn.
 
Richard 
Woodcarver
http://home.rr.com/woodcarver


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