introductions

hello all,

my name is eric lawshe and i am a bit of a lignophile. ever since i was a kid i loved the smell of working wood and anytime my dad needed to build something -- even just a 2x4 frame for pouring a concrete walkway -- i was down in the garage with him, ready to help. now, at the age of 30, i finally have a job where i can begin to delve into the wonderful hobby, craft, skill, and art of woodworking. until now i have had to satisfy my curiosity with only books, magazines, and online resources. the head knowledge is there but my practical knowledge is lacking. as you can imagine i feel like i am trying to take my driving test when i have only read the driving manual.

i hope that those who are in the same boat as me will enjoy this adventure alongside me and we can learn together. and perhaps we may encounter some who have traveled this road before us and can point us in the right direction or even stay with us and guide us along the way.