I live in a little burg in Indiana, Liberty Center with my lovely wife on a farm where she grew up. I was introduced to turning at the NEIC club by a very good friend (Big Bob)who was helping me look for a retirement hobby. Being a journeyman tool & die maker by trade, I got bit bad. I can't seem to get enough lathe time. The NEIC has been a great inspiration and learning tool. I've been turning about 5 years. Mostly pens, stoppers & bowls. My goal this year has been to upgrade into closed vessals. This is being quite a challenge, but it keeps me coming back.