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Giving something back
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Grumpyoldman
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Posted: Saturday, March 31, 2007 - 03:36 AM UTC

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If you can take the time, try submitting an article for publication. Not everyone feels comfortable writing for publication because of fears of rejection, inexperience with writing, or the belief that they have nothing of interest to say. But if you remember the reaction you had to reading an article yourself and thinking "I could build this," or "That's a great idea!" then be assured that your ideas and experiences are worth sharing.

Scale modelling is one of the world's most popular hobbies. It offers infinite variety and can be enjoyed with minimum skill or with great artistry. And its enthusiasts are always willing to share their know-how - to give something back.



Very well put James, and I would like to second that recommendation. We're all going to leave this world someday, and I prefer to try to leave a little lasting memory of myself trying to help and encourage my fellow man or women, in some small way.
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Posted: Saturday, March 31, 2007 - 10:45 PM UTC

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I would like to second that recommendation. We're all going to leave this world someday, and I prefer to try to leave a little lasting memory of myself trying to help and encourage my fellow man or women, in some small way.



I perceive the function of this site, and to a smaller extent my own, as an opportunity to record the combined knowledge of a vast array of modellers. Each of us has something to contribute to the hobby.

Being able to give it permanence and pass it along can be considered as our participation in the greater attempt to preserve the oral history of our community.
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