Really nice find for someone that don’t really enjoy or feel the need for shopping - I’m in that team too :)
I wondered how much was the original price of the model you found, was it 300$ + too ?
Except the rent and food, my last expenses are only dedicated to tools and materials, last one was a Berkey filter... and Hive mostly :)
I really enjoyed reading your story, with all the considerations about the technical elements of the tripod as well as the luck factor !
I hope you’re doing well
I'm not sure, but based on what I've looked at over the last few years I'd say at least $250+ so I think I got a good deal.
Tools are a good purchase. Always. For me, if I'm buying a tool, it means I'm doing some DIY and that means saving money by doing something myself. I see tools and equipment as an investment.
Thanks for taking a read and for your comment. I appreciate it greatly as it's the engagement that keeps me here mostly.
Yes, it seems to have been a good deal, that's for sure !
On the subject of tools, having trained as a craftsman (cabinetmaker), I have an almost "sacred" relationship with all the instruments that enable the transformation of matter and resources, and I completely see this too as a form of investment, even if it is less directly quantifiable than some others !
You're most welcome ! It's funny how many seem to want to share their life adventures, but are so uncurious about others' sharing ^^ That hasn't always been the case for me here, but as I share much more accomplished texts, I'm always looking for feedback... So we understand a little better the pleasure of commenting and receiving a thoughtful comment :)
Perhaps the funniest thing is the comments of those who do not read anything other than the title !
Have a good day '
My grandfather was an expert craftsman who created many amazing pieces: Carved mirror frames, clocks, tables, chairs...but he could create anything in wood from the most mundane to the most delicate and intricate. He would have said something like you just said above also.
Agreed, although I'm very careful about what I put here with most of what and who I am remaining private. I think people start to care when a relationship is formed and that takes time. I've worked at it for the five+ years I've been around Hive and have some great ones that would endure off Hive also. And...with your commenting to me, my responses...that's relationship building. 😎
Have a good day and rest of the week. I'm done with Wednesday (just after 18:00 here now) and only two more days to go and it's the weekend!
It made me curious to see some of his creations, even if I can imagine a bit, and maybe - surely - my images don't match ! :)
Yes, I think I'm pretty close to this idea of not wanting to be identifiable, without being fully anonymous, or rather without contours and form for the people I interact with here... I think it's also beautiful, because even being like this, a lot of things come through the articles, a lot in their succession notably! But, I agree that it's interesting to find the right balance, as in everything.
In these terms, it makes relationships perhaps longer to weave and build, but when they are on the right track, they can also be longer lasting than simple relationships of connivance or interest, as human relationships can show us !
Cheer up for this final sprint to the weekend, and by the way, congratulations for the Weekend community, I'm still following it from a bit (too) far, but the desire to share is growing !
I wish you a really pleasant day 💫