Life got in the way, so we haven't made many updates on the website.

I very quick run down.

A couple of things that took their toll on me this year 2023 first of all my pride and joy Ducati was stolen and then it was written off by the thief.

This hurt and as it was my pride and joy and I have not replaced it as of yet with another motorcycle and I don’t know when or if I will… (I will I love and I mean love riding) Thief crash it and did a runner… (Though eventually being caught and sentenced…) it still hurts to see this. Then not long after this we had to put our puppy (10 year old Jack Russell) Rimu down as she developed a heart problem. And those that are dog lovers know that this is equal to one of the family. Rimu was a special dog and I miss her dearly. The thing here was it was so sudden and we were hoping for at least another 3 or 4 years before we had to start worrying about this. Alas was was not meant to be. Rimu develop a heart issue.

I just stopped going down to the basement, I just plodded on at work, and to be completely honest it had built up over the last few years… Starting with putting the cat down, then the Ducati being knocked over which I rebuilt, Then my dad passing... Sister dying of cancer, a friend passing because of a brain aneurysm, then mom passing. The Ducati then being stolen, having to put puppy down. The Ducati being written off plodding on with work which I am not really happy at anymore, it all started to build up and I was not in the right head space to face doing Youtube.

I even admitted to myself that since Rimu and the bike I didn’t want to face my work shop basement … Thing is though that Rimu rarely came and stayed in the Basement while I was doing stuff.

My better half did notice this change and basically said I need another dog after 4 to 6 weeks, even though Rimu was "Our/Her" dog Rimu was special to both of us. This being said I would like to introduce to Mitre who "Our/My" puppy and is at the time of writing a nine month old Fox Terrier.

Mitre is my puppy and he is my shadow and basically just follows me everywhere… Love him to death and my partner sees and keeps saying that I needed another dog. Mitre has a special spot in my heart it was a amazing how quick he stole that spot… his presence serves as a reminder that love has the power to heal even the deepest wounds.

Will Mitre be a workshop dog?… while I like the idea, I will most likely say no because of a couple of reasons;

• Dust: if I need to wear a mask when making dust I not going make Mitre be there with out one.
• Noise: the hi-pitch sound of certain tools and extractors etc is not good for dogs if I have to wear ear protection and can’t get my puppy to wear any who has more sensitive hearing…
• Smells: With dog’s sensitive sense of smell and with all the chemicals and dust, laser fumes etc I don’t expect any dog should have to put up with that.

Now this does not mean he will never be in videos or never be in the basement but don’t expect to see him always in the background etc. I am now feeling better or in the right head space to start doing video’s again soon…however I have to deal with Xmas and new year first. It will take a bit to get going and get my limited followers back (Even Youtube said I am no longer monitised as I have not engaged in x number of months) so there is a bit of work a head of me… on-wards and upwards…

However this doesn't mean things haven't been made or done. In the meantime, Xaria has been channeling her creative energy into her craft room, where she has been hard at work crafting exquisite quilts and bags. Her passion and dedication serve as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of creativity to transcend adversity.

Yes I have done a few things...

As we navigate the uncertainties of life's journey together, we remain ever grateful for the unwavering support and encouragement of our community. Your kindness and compassion have been a source of strength and inspiration during our darkest hours, and for that, we are profoundly grateful.

Thank you for accompanying us on this journey, and may we continue to find solace and joy in the midst of life's challenges.

Warm regards, Nighthawk