Actually I have just been to the Beginners Board to stop by and raise a bit of Cain on the "Starting from Scratch?" thread. I am sure I will be castigated for my honesty. That kid cop seems like a nice person but sort of innocent about lifes realities in the large animal game.
I am travelling lots - I have to go away again - for a year - coming up this summer - middle east stuff - nothing special -just trying to stay out of trouble while I create as much as I can. Wife and family managing but getting a bit concerned about my luck -which has been pretty good up to now.
Next job is kind of "plain clothes" and concealable body armour - keeps me young and not being conspicuous wearing mil gear keeps me healthy. ;-]
There are some here who I maintain an email connection with so I generally hear about things as they transpire.
I must be off now.
Best to all.
Bez+