Wish I could, I am not allowed to make Money. My wife became very ill a few years ago with a very rare auto immune disease. The medical bills were well in to the 6 figures in the first month.
The State stepped in and took care of the bills and continue to do so. However, If I have virtually any money in the bank or traceable what so ever, they will no longer take care of hte Medical. It would be a death sentence for her.
This is why I have a shop full of nice Knife Making equipment, and had to virtually disappear form the Knife World. It hurts, as we were very highly regarded by users an collectors the World over. My Wife's sheaths were in demand as well.
I can't tell you how much we (My Wife and I), miss it. Shooting the slugs and testing is the only thing I have now. fortunately I really enjoy it. Ad My wife fully supports my AG Hobby.
This heinous disease hit her at age 36. There were only 8 known cases in the U.S. and all are now gone except Her. Some how, she is beating it. It attacks all internal organs including the brain and eyes. I never know one day to the next if she will still be with me when I awake.
It has been a long and terrible road.
I actually had both dealers and collectors tell me that I should leave Her, as it was damaging my Knife Making reputation. I ask you. Who turns their back on family for fame? I cant' imagine such a callous thing. I find the suggestion sickening. Someone who would do such a thing is Not a Man in my mind. to leave a loved one when they are scared and need you the most.
Sorry for the very personal rant. It is just with me every day of our lives. She fills so guilty, but I in no way see it as Her fault. Not at all! so I live as a poor man now, and do so willingly and happily. .
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