Re: [Paddlewise] Sad day for a fellow boat builder

Hi Darryl,

Thanks!  I appreciate the ideas you've offered, and will be
considering all the many good ideas people have been sending me.

Wednesday, December 12, 2007, 7:24:09 PM, you wrote:

> Why don't you start by finding out about the insurance, and also
> whether or not your friend even wants to start over. (Hard to
> believe he wouldn't, but still... Maybe he'll want to get back to
> it, but after a time to recover from the emotional loss.)

I'm about to leave the house to see them in a few minutes, so I'll
know more soon. I know that I'll be busy helping them with more
immediate needs for the next several days, and I've got to think about
how best to implement this tool drive, so that will take a bit of time
as well.

I know that my friend will want to get back to his boat building, as
even last night when I finally got in touch with them he mentioned his
boats (never heard this cheerful man's voice sound so sad and subdued;
though it's certainly understandable). These people have the most
wonderful optimistic outlook; even at this devastating moment. In
spite of their great loss--emotionally even more than materially--I'm
encouraged, though not at all surprised, by the strength of their
character, and their faith that "things will work out". These humble
and generous people are the kinds of heroes I really admire.

> If there is stuff that isn't covered, maybe you could post a list
> and we could see about filling it.

Thanks.  As mentioned above, I'll be busy for a while helping with
their more immediate needs, but as soon as possible, I will be dealing
with this tool drive idea; starting with my own tools and other types
of things they may find useful right now.  Though there will still be
sadness for their loss, I want their Christmas to be one filled with
hope and as much genuine joy as possible.  The helpful responses
I've already received from so many paddlers/builders has shown me that
this is possible, and I really appreciate all of your ideas.

Thanks again...to everyone!

-- 
Melissa
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