Well, I was just looking through the bamboorodmaking site and re-read the Nunleyism stories (now that I'm able to make the connection) -- this reminded me that in my compiling a list of tools/supplies that I need, I neglected to include band-aids (can a binding machine be used to close finger wounds as an alternative to stitches?? ). I already have a colorful history of non-rodmaking related Nunleyisms (darn.. off-topic for this site), it also gave me hope that I'll not only enjoy making rods, but I might also survive!

Thanks again to all for the encouragement and suggestions!

~~Dave
(soon-to-be-member/initiate of Club-Nunley)