Fun at the Woodshop

There are alot of things one can do with a law degree. I, for example, have found that it makes for a great piece of useless paper in my junk room. I received it in 1999, but still don't have the heart to part with money to purchase a frame for it. Receiving statements from Sallie Mae for the cost of my education has turned me into a frugal consumer. The other day, I was wondering how much money the ink cost that was used in printing my diploma.

A friend of mine, who I consider a genius, but also a very difficult person for me to get along with, owns a woodshop. He sells anything from sandpaper to lathes, bandsaws, routers, etc. In my life prior to becoming a lawyer, I worked for him as a secretary (for a brief time). At that time, he was a Geologic Engineer. Since then, he has become a Professional Engineer, and did so simply by reading the books; he didn't have to go back to school, which I have always felt was impressive.

Anyway, as years passed, he and his wife decided to start their own business, which have turned into several, and now one of his businesses is a woodshop. This is where I am today. In fact, this is where I have been spending most of my days lately.

I don't particularly have a passion for tools, but I do have a passion for craftsman. The guys are pretty cool for the most part to me, too. I love them! I guess that they can tell I love them, too even when I have no idea what they are talking about. It is a learning process, for sure. I would say the majority of the customers who visit build custom cabinets. When you build cabinets, you need hinges. Hinges, hinges, hinges, door slides, and pulls. Hinges remind me of fleas, there are a million of them, and on the other hand, they seem to multiply when you turn your back on them. I hate hinges. I will share that secret with you. I really do hate them. But, they are a necessity. Can you imagine trying to open a cabinet without hinges? Necessity, I guess.

The best thing in the world is being able to find something somebody needs. Customer service is rewarding.

As far as my education, I suppose I will tell you that I started back to school last night. Working on my Masters in Post-Secondary Education, so I can teach Political Science. Sound like fun to you? It is at least relevant. Just like the law.