> Just finished taking the Walrus off the forms. I'm amazed that the act of
> turning the frame over can so suddenly reveal the secret of its beauty.
> Those little moments are, I think, a large part of the appeal of this
> boat-building addiction. I've done plenty of projects that afford great
> satisfaction in their completion, but nothing has ever provided a series
> of gratifying moments like this. The completion of each step is a new
> revelation of beauty. There's a temptation to just sit around and admire
> the work of one's hands. I'm sure my wife gets tired of me asking
> "So, hon, whaddya think?'' but I just can't get over that intense
> jolt of the soul that stems from creation. Sermon over. Thanks for all the
> help so far guys. Tom

Tom,

I know exactly what you mean. I just took the hull of my plywood version of the Putz 17 off the forms on Sunday. I love the lines on it especially with the bow raised 4". I'm sure my wife is getting tired of me calling her into the basement to look at it.

Mike