My Fiddleback Challenge

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So I've been rediscovering the joy of knives this past year. When I was younger, I had a knife if I had my pants on. But somewhere along the way.... well, I don't know what happened. Fast forward 10-15 years and I'm in a safe, stable place for the first time since high school. For reasons I don't fully understand, some of that nostalgia and love for edged tools started nagging at me, literally out of the blue. And so I end up stumbling into BladeForums last fall, and I somehow come across one of Andy's kepharts in maroon canvas, and I'm hooked, even before I do the research that proves what incredible tools these knives really are.

I'm a pastor, and money has been so tight for so long that I have a hard time splurging on myself. For the first time in years I've got a little to spare income-wise and I've kind of been saving for a Fiddleback, but as I said, I have a hard time spending money like this on myself. These past years my life has grown more and more sedentary, and as a result.... let's say my pants don't fit as well as they used to. In addition, my father has been diagnosed with three somewhat major health complications as a result of his sedentary lifestyle and the extra weight he has been carrying all these years.

Which brings me to the challenge. A Fiddleback is my carrot. I lose 20 pounds by July 1*and I can buy a Fiddleback. The Frau is behind this (she's an exercise freak, so this thrills her), and I really think this can provide the motivation I need.*

I guess I'm posting this to make it real, and so you all might offer up any cosmic goodwill you have. I've already witnessed what an amazing community this is, and I look forward to more fully becoming a part of it in the future.*

Thanks for humoring this hungry, sore lurker (usually).

Michael
 
Good luck man! You'll love your reward. Which model are you thinking just out of curiosity?
 
Thanks all. I know it will be worth it.

And Mist, I think I'm leaning toward a kephart. That is what caught my eye and sent me on this crazy journey. I love the look and all, and think it will work great for woods bumming and whittling. That said, July is a lot of Fiddleback Fridays from now....
 
Good luck! Just remember it is a life style change. It begins hard but just becomes your daily routine after a few weeks.
 
Michael, that's an awesome goal and a great prize for making it. Will be here cheering you on!
 
What a neato challenge. I've never heard of anything like this. Very happy to have you on the forum. Thank you for your support.
 
I wish you the best in your endeavour and I feel that a Fiddleback will be in your hands before July!
 
This is an awesome incentive to lose those pounds. When i lost 45lbs a few years ago i treated myself to a very... Very expensive guitar.

Good luck to you!
 
Pastor,
I think your post helped me figure out what I am doing wrong!! I started running sometime back but lost no weight, now I realize that chasing the ice cream truck is not going to get it done for me ;)

I need a new carrot.

All kidding aside, God Bless you. It is never too late to invest in your health and every extra pounds up the ante for bad health issues. I am 245 and family history of Adult Onset Diabetes so I am playing with fire.

Good luck and stay strong. The first week or two is the hardest.

Bill
 
Cool thread. I'm moved that you're making an effort to take control of your weight and health.

I too know what it is to have empty pockets. If you do lose the weight by July, I'll have either a custom sheath made for your new Fiddleback or a little help ($) with purchasing it.

Good luck!
 
Holy cow you guys! I'm just nobody special (please, Bill, "Michael" is fine) who needed to acknowledge what was being attempted. I knew you were a supporting community, but I'm truly overcome with this compassion, support, and generosity! Your shared strength is making me stronger, and I am already indebted to you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
 
Cool thread. I'm moved that you're making an effort to take control of your weight and health.

I too know what it is to have empty pockets. If you do lose the weight by July, I'll have either a custom sheath made for your new Fiddleback or a little help ($) with purchasing it.

Good luck!

If I'm still around here I'd be in too!
 
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