I checked all of the posts to make sure I had not introduced myself previously. I think my memory isn't what it used to be, but I'm not sure.
I got hooked on WWI models as a kid in the 1950s. Went on to other modeling subjects, then the Navy, marriage, jobs and kids took over. About fifteen years ago I googled scale modeling on a whim, and that, as they say, was that.
I've been a deep water sailor, wood cutter, stage production and sound lackey, old-school programmer, engineer, anthropologist, climber, and book addict, and author. Among other things not to be mentioned here.
I used to compete, mainly in California. I enjoy it because it improves my skills and teaches me that judging is subjective and not to be taken seriously. I have also judged a number of IPMS USA show competitions. I help out the IPMS National organization by reviewing models, books and related modeling do-dads from time to time.
I am reducing my little stash now, focusing on Wingnut Wings kits, a few select ship kits, especially American Civil War ironclads and submarines, and a Caldercraft wood model from Nelson's Navy. I have a very few "special" kits I am keeping that aren't WWI or Civil War but my goal is to get all of the Wingnuts Wings kits that interest me, and build them slowly with each one a bit better than the last.
I intend to bracket my Wingnuts Wings collection with the Fokkers: EI, EIII, E IV; D.VII (Fok), (Alb), (OAW) and F. And, of course, some other aircraft in between.
I am very glad to have found this forum. I was about to give up on the others I have visited from time to time. I see that it is informative, courteous and fun.