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In 1981, we bought a victorian home on the historic register in the middle of a national historic district. It was a wreck that we figured we'd live in for 4-5 years. After 17, we left it, the "best example of shingle style architecture in southwest ohio" according to the architects from Ohio state who used to come by occasionally. My wife and I would never have considered undertaking all the projects to preserve and update our home without the friendly encouragement of New Yankee and the clear guidance of Norm. We were inspired to do it yourself as were our neighbors.

I am now retired and am attacking all manner of fine furniture projects. I learned many of the skills from Norm.

Norm is a national treasure. He should get a presidential medal. But whatever recognition may come, I will picture him sitting comfortably in an englenook by a pleasant fire sketching plans for his next building project. Reward in itself.

Best wishes in your retirement.