A message from Maddog Traditional Archery

[buckster]

Thanks Mike, take good care of yourself.

[Three Finger]

Take car of yourself mike. You make great bows so try not to stop just slow down. The ones that really want one will wait for it. I know I will.
Thanks and take care.
Jeff

[canshooter]

Hey no worries, they are worth the wait if needs be!! Take care.

[jamesh76]

Originally posted by joekeith:
No Docs    

I agree 100%. Just to make sure.

[Terry Green]

Best of luck to you Sir!...and THANKS for all your efforts on the kids bows.    

[PaddyMac]

I second the apprentice idea. A great way to pass on and learn skills and values. And remember, it doesn't have to be youngster. There are plenty of old English majors out there who'd thunk they'd died and gone to heaven to learn a new practical skill making something beautiful. Would love to see an apprenticeship system revived in this country.

And yeah, see a doc. Just because they're always there when illness and injuries happen doesn't mean they cause them.    :D

[bentpole]

Mike take some Good Quality Fish Oil! Works like WD-40 on the joints!   . Yes consider an Apprentice. Hec I was one 26 years ago to get into The Sheetmetal Workers Union! Four Year Program!  

[Butch L]

Mike- You don't have to apologize to anyone, when your body says slow down it's best to listen to it. You can only do, what is best for you which will be best for your output of the great Bows that you make. Take care of your body and it will take care of you, I know it's overstated, but it's true. You keep making the Great Bows you are known for, everyone will understand.

Butch L

[Mike Mecredy]

Actually, 3 years ago, the first time my shoulder aches happened, I went to see a Dr. and me said, it was inflamation due to over use and to take a week or so off.  I did and it worked, but after a few months it comes back.  My insurance company paid that man $256 for 5 minutes and to tell me to take a week off.  I don't like to get Dr. paid for doing nothing, it's like feeding the bears at the campground.

[Chuck Jones]

I feel your pain, Mike.

From January to March, this year, I made bows 7 days a week, sometimes till 10pm, so I could go on a long trip. Sometimes in the morning, I couldn't close my fingers, or raise my arms above my head. I went through the shoulder thing over 10 years ago, and It took about 3 years to get better. I think I just learned to avoid stressing it so much when I worked. Work bench height and the right tool handles helps a lot. Also, air tools and small sanding drums on flexible shafts, helps relieve the pressure on my fingers and joints.

Chuck Jones

[katie]

Sorry to hear it Mike. Pray for you to get better!
K

[AWPForester]

Well, I hate to hear that you are in pain bro.  Maybe if you charged more for your work you wouldn't be putting 4-8 bows out a week.  LOL.

I hope you get to feeling better soon.  The best to you and yours.  Good day and God Bless.