I find it quite interesting to think of our very diverse backgrounds and locations and the way that we come together to talk through this forum.
I can't think of many things more rewarding than passing on ideas and learnings from our years of modelling experience to youngsters just starting out in the hobby.
When I was young and had a Saturday job in a model shop (Airfix kits in the bag cost 2/6) there were many model shops around, Airfix, Frog, Revell, Aurora etc.. kits were everywhere and it was a very common young boys pastime. Nowadays young modellers are considerably fewer and we owe it to the young generation to help and encourage whenever we can.
I have to say I very much enjoy reading and writing messages on the forum and I hope it may well continue. How Barry has the patience to write as prolifically as he does amazes me but I can assure him that his time and efforts are much appreciated.
My thanks go to John as well for putting so much time and effort into giving us this facility and ensuring that it keeps going. |