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As a new CBG addict I'm already starting to notice changes in my behavior and personality. I need your support!

Things just aren't the same anymore. Little by little I'm noticing the changes. My junk drawer has new meaning, and going to the hardware store is no longer just a errand, but a quest for inspiration.

What do you say to the overly helpful hardware store clerk who has noticed you hanging around his store looking at every hinge, bolt, threaded rod, drawer pull, drain cover and grommet on display. He's noticed that you have been there for quite awhile, apparently without purpose, a far off look on your face as if in a trance, intent on examining everything in the place. He's come to the conclusion that something is not right with you. How do you respond to him when he finally says "May I help you"?

"Yes, I'd like to see your tailpieces, and where do you keep your soundhole covers" just seems a little too crazy.

There are other signs too. My wife asked me to bring home a bottle of wine for dinner the other day. How did I decide on what to buy? Did I bring home her favorite? Did I base the choice on color or vintage? No, I chose the wine based on whether the empty bottle would make a good slide or not. I was thinking more about the slide than the wine. Now that's getting crazy!

To those of you who have already been there- please give me any advice on how to adjust to this new life. This is the way it will be from now on isn't it? I'm willing to accept that, but I need your help.

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Comment by Bad Finger (Eric) on March 21, 2015 at 2:19am: Facial hair and black pork pie hat checking in. :)

Comment by Ron "Oily" Sprague on March 21, 2015 at 2:07am: "Sure, I can drive just fine."

All you'll get from us enablers is another pint, mate.

Comment by Bruce on March 19, 2015 at 3:45pm: I'm just about done with my second build, and I've already planned out the next 5. I think I can keep things under control.

Comment by Muddy Creek Guitars on March 19, 2015 at 2:39pm: You're addicted; we all are here. This site is our group therapy. We all understand. The more you share the better you feel.
When I drive by a dumpster and slow down, my daughter begs me "please, don't stop!"
My wife complains about all the sawdust.... in the dining room.

Comment by Ron "Oily" Sprague on March 19, 2015 at 8:44am: There is no hope. If you have long handled tools, you soon won't. The hinge on the back door screen will stay broken, because you needed a part. Every construction site, downed tree, or tennis racket will look like neck.

Your wife will be dismayed when you suddenly develop the urge to wear black porkpie hats, and grow a beard. Your friends will joke about your obsession, secretly hoping you'll build them one. There is no cure.

Comment by Scott aka Farmer Ted on March 19, 2015 at 8:15am: Embrace it like the rest of us. Prepare a spare room in your home (yes, you will need it) for the inevitable quarry of builds that will populate every extra space...wall, floor, table...you name it. And be sure, while you're out gawking at tailpieces at your local hardware, to stop by the florist and get the wife something nice. Her patience and understanding will endure if she gets a lil somethin somethin for her efforts.

Comment by the anonymous pick on March 16, 2015 at 5:31am: hair of the box .

;-)

Comment by Keith on March 16, 2015 at 5:29am: I have no help for you, but what did you find at the hardware store? C'mon tell us what you designed!

Comment by Bruce on March 15, 2015 at 8:23am: Not yet on locking up the flatware the Doc-I better grab some now while I can. Thanks for thinking of that.