Giant Redwood CONES of DOOM! : Woodturning Project Redwood Cones and Resin Vase out to get me!

Join me this week as I take on the challenge of creating a stunning vase from Sequoia Redwood cones and resin! This project was full of unexpected twists and turns, with plenty of lessons learned along the way. Watch as I navigate through the complexities of woodturning this unique material, facing mishaps and triumphs in equal measure. Whether you're here for the craftsmanship or the chaos, there's something for everyone. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more woodturning adventures!
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[@1337r0yj3nk1nz]

There's something deeply funny about a lovely gift for the wife being one of the most troublesome projects you've had in a minute.

[@MikeHolton]

Haha I did think that 😀

[@michaellionart4841]

Few things - 1: the blue is lovely, 2: that resin makes a helluva mess 3: hope she appreciates the work involved 4: nice one Mike 👍

[@MikeHolton]

@michaellionart4841 Thanks Michael 😃

[@aliciadare2572]

Love the way you are nonplussed with Woodturning adversity. Pinecones in resin are one of my favorites. Well done indeed.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Alicia, there is no point in getting mad or angry, these things happen so you just pick it up and carry on 😀

[@Aleta-uy8gt]

The sparly white looks almost silver and a beautiful contrast to the blue. Your wife now has a georgious vase that no one else can ever have a duplicate of.🤗💚

[@MikeHolton]

You are right Aleta, there is no way I'm making another lol 😀

[@andyanderson2143]

​@@MikeHolton lol! When you turn more through a pinecone towards the cores, they turn into a fascinating star-burst motif! Your wife is a lucky gal!

[@MikeHolton]

@@andyanderson2143 Thanks, yes she is lol 😀

[@mattgraham4025]

Turned out great! I hope your wife loves it as much as I do. Thanks for sharing this with us.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Matt, I think she does 😀

[@amieclay8409]

Mike" I'm _so_ glad that's over." LOL Love this unique gift for Mrs. H and here's a smooch for Hooch! 😘😘😘

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Amie, I was so glad as well, this was quite a journey! Hooch say thanks and HI 😀

[@Angela-en6oh]

Hello Mike. That is a lovely gift for your wife. I’m sure she will be displaying gorgeous flowers in it for many years, and they will show off your handiwork beautifully.

[@MikeHolton]

I hope so Angela 😁

[@barbkrienke8400]

That is so unique and so beautiful! I love how sharply the cones are visible. It’s really lovely!❤

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Barb 😀

[@susanburrows5288]

I love it, happens so be in some of my favorite colors and cones I think are always fascinating when turned. I hope your wife likes it!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Susan, she loves it 😁

[@chrispark3758]

Your wife should love the vase that you made with love. A beautiful piece❤❤❤

[@MikeHolton]

She does, thanks Chris 😀

[@spiderspid]

Looks fantastic and a bonus is you now have enough footage to make a great “ bloopers “ video 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@MikeHolton]

Haha I could make two episodes from this one 🤣

[@geoffreywood5808]

Mike, great work. Glad to see I’m not the only one who encounters setbacks. 😃 I’m sure your wife is over the moon for this vase! It turned out beautifully!,,

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Geoffrey, problems are all part of woodturning and happen to us all 😀

[@barbkrienke8400]

I’m sure that your wife will just love that vase! It will make all those little troubles worth it! 😊

[@MikeHolton]

After seeing her expression when I gave it to her all the problems it gave me faded away 😀

[@mikew2468]

Well done Mike, great result, your wife will be delighted. Lovely to see your challenges and how you overcame them….always the best part of Woodturning!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Mike and I completely agree, help you keep learning 😀

[@RoyWCanada]

Hi Mike, that was quite an adventure, Again you showed how you are willing to adapt the project to achieve your goal. It was smashing that you were making this for your wife. The colours blended well like you I was surprised that the sparkles were not showing. It looked great when finished, even better with the flowers, Thanks for the video looking forward to the next one.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@MikeHolton]

Glad you enjoyed it Roy, it was quite a journey! 😀

[@donaldadams5342]

This is what Art is all about Mike. Pushing the limits both with the materials you use & pushing your own limits. You are an Artist in turning. I personally am not a huge fan of resin but in this project it really works so well. Your colour choices for the resins was perfect with your selection of cones. The 'stepped' exterior turning was a bold step, but it worked so well on this piece. Add a great finish & your wife now has a beautiful vase. Cheers, Don from South Australia.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Don, I really appreciate your kind words and observations. This was a hard one but I learned a lot and loved the process 😀

[@kevinfrench9896]

I’m sure she is very happy with that , turned out lovely.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Kevin 😀

[@csranch2000]

Really like the way it turned out. Hope your wife is thrilled!

[@MikeHolton]

She was thanks 😀

[@vdubboy85225]

Really like the tiered look, almost like a pine cone itself. Beautiful.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much my friend 😀

[@donnaatkinson1077]

Cool pods and lovely gift, I’m sure she loved it. Good job

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you 🤗

[@dannyholzhauser6407]

❤ my wife approved, now she wonders where her vase is.lol I know what is queuing with the lathe next.lol great job love it.

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks so much Danny, I hope your wife likes hers 😀

[@ericparramore5136]

The design on the exterior works well with the pinecones and epoxy. Another fine job

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Eric 😀

[@danamorrow5352]

That turned out very nice. Your wife will be very happy with it.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Dana, I think she is 😀

[@jerrysimmons4485]

That Sequoia Cone Vase is beautiful. Great Job.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! Cheers Jerry 😀

[@user-nx8gk1le2m]

It's stunning Mike, the flow of the resin looks like water flowing around the cones.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Rena, I did think that 😀

[@cynthiahamptonprince9449]

I'm convinced glue guns are evil inventions made solely to remind us of our limitations! 😁 Truly love this piece. Such a beautiful work of art for your wife. I honestly thought this project was going to be "the tragic one", but look how amazing it is. Gorgeous!! ☺️ Oh...love the way you air brushed Hooch!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Cynthia, I was not sure if it would make it to the end but I was determined not to give up. Yes heat guns are the most horrible inventions known to man! Hooch earned a clean after everything he went through lol 😀

[@michalcoston3949]

spectacular vase , love the two colors , they work well with each other . the turnings that give use the most problems are the ones that make use better.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Michal, I could not agree more 😀

[@thinklikeadog007]

sparkles on the ceiling ✨

[@MikeHolton]

Haha 😀

[@edwardukleja4583]

Hi Mike, you deserve a medal for perseverance after all the problems, also a medal for bravery making a vase to match her hair colour, what happens when she changes her colour!!!

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks Edward, I colour her hair for her so I'm in control over the dye lol 😀

[@rita1959-ps1bo]

Some beautiful vase your wife's going to love it.❤

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Rita, she does 😁

[@tracymakovec3301]

Well done, Mike!! You faced some significant challenges and persevered!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Tracy, the only way you learn is by not giving up 😂

[@loranwfry-zu9pu]

That was a rough one. I'm glad it was you instead of me. Very nice work Mike.

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks Loran 😀

[@tammybledsoe3718]

I love the colors! Pine cones beautiful to work with.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks are and thanks 😀

[@alanneel2749]

I think a steady rest is on your wish list ! Beautiful!

[@MikeHolton]

Haha I do have one but did not think I would need it lol 😀

[@codymccormick3593]

Mike, we have those days, don't we? It was worth it in the end. I hope she really loves it.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Cody, yes we do! All part of the joys of woodturning 😀

[@TheNoahsark07]

You over came the problems you had and made it into an amazing vase.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 😀

[@Fr4mmers]

Love the design, it’s sort of a pine cone shape itself ❤

[@MikeHolton]

It is but that was not deliberate 😀

[@andreamassari9099]

Beautiful vase, Mike! I'm sure your Mrs adores it. 😊😊

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Andrea, she does 😀

[@racheldray1057]

Oh boy! Did I feel that pain! Wince after wince. Lots of personal flashbacks! But all that in one turning! Such a beautiful vase to display the flowers. though. I know your wife must be over the moon. A real labour of love, that one! Great colour separation and the cyan and white goes really well with the pine cones. Also, I got ridiculously excited when I saw my sticker on the pressure pot, lol!

[@MikeHolton]

Haha bless you Rachel 😀

[@martincotterill2132]

Someone’s gonna say it, so I thought it would be me. The words that spring to mind are ‘Sack the Juggler’. What a fantastic result I have to say and I have to take my hat out to you again for such a fantastic result :-)

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Martin, bit of an uphill struggle but we got there in the end lol

[@martincotterill2132]

@@MikeHolton you always do mate. I always look forward to your next turning video :-)

[@rustienielsen6803]

That turned out beautiful. I am sure your wife will be happy with it.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much, she loves it 😊

[@markdesautels4764]

Love cones is resin! The glass is a great idea.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Mark, it makes it very useable 😀

[@danielledawnhayes328]

Wonderful to see the process, as always 😃 Thank you for sharing

[@MikeHolton]

My pleasure Danielle 😊

[@cbakerpt]

The resin turned out lovely, with swirls like rapids in water. Very nice project. Thanks for YouTubing.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much! 😀

[@donnagreen7386]

That’s beautiful Mike! I’ll bet Mrs Mike loves it 💜

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Donna, she does 😀

[@brendadriver2702]

Love it! I’m sure your wife will too! Thanks Mike!

[@MikeHolton]

She does, thanks Brenda 😀

[@davidarcher6954]

Good show Mike......even on a off day with mishaps you still create a masterpiece (good show indeed}

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Dave, really appreciate it 😀

[@taysider01]

I've made two bowls with pine cones. I was a little bit frightened when you went straight to the 95mm forstner bit but, very glad when you reduced the size. I've a feeling your wife will be very happy with the vase

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Dave, yeah it was never going to work lol. She loves the vase 😀

[@ronstar8857]

This wonderful video highlighting your expert craftsmanship and artistic talent was both fascinating and informative. Thanks for sharing it! Cheers!

[@MikeHolton]

You're welcome Ron 😀

[@janeoverby2151]

Very pretty, I know your wife loves it. Heck, my husband has only gotten me flowers, maybe 4 times in 41 yrs. But that's okay too. I'm not much of a flower person. Have a great week,Mike❤

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Jayne, I try to make sure my wife always has fresh flowers, she loves then and I love seeing her smile when I bring them home, trouble is my daughters have now started asking why they are not getting flowers lol 😂 😀

[@brycegenevaostler9359]

Nice vase. I like the colors. Happy wire, happy life. Thanks for sharing.

[@MikeHolton]

Always Bruce and thanks 😀

[@cazdough6565]

Aww Mike this project meant a lot to you, right from the vase coming of the lathe my heart was hoping no more mishaps happened. Saying that though it did enter my mind whether you'd break the liner as it was nearby and low and behold ................................ All/s well that end's well though, and it turned out grand! Here's to many more anniversaries, holidays together and pressies, we all love a good pressie 🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁 😃

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Caz, this was a real labour of love but my wife is certainly worth it 😀

[@springbay1]

The episode where Mike tries out the tolerance of his workshop floor, and make a spectacular fresh flower vase out of cones

[@MikeHolton]

Haha indeed, it's all clean now so I can try again next week 😀

[@nicholaskrest]

Great story I love tiny that seeds that come from these cones turn into the biggest trees in the world. Lovely to see that it is not just me that has a string of mishaps along the way! Gorgeous result and what a reward for your wife as you spend so many hours in your “man shed” Or maybe that should read “person shed” 🙏

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks Nicholas, she is very supportive and deserves nice things 😀

[@greenbackgreenhorn]

This one was FUN!!

[@MikeHolton]

Glad you enjoyed it 😀

[@kristikey8320]

A bit of interesting information about sequoia cones. They won't open and let their seeds out until they are exposed to a fire. I'm sure your wife is going to love it!

[@calmwoodcreations3709]

Interesting "fact". However, the sequioa cones just down the street from my house don't agree. I think you meant that the seeds won't germinate unless exposed to fire. They come out of the cone fairly easily.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Kirsti, someone else mentioned this as well 😀

[@MikeHolton]

I'm going to have to look this one up, interesting stuff

[@kristikey8320]

@calmwoodcreations3709 you may be right. I knew fire needed to be involved, I just assumed it was to open the cone. Those seeds must be tough! Lol

[@calmwoodcreations3709]

@@kristikey8320 If memory serves, the seed has a waxy coating that requires quick, intense heat-- not the flame, itself --to melt it so moisture becomes availabe for germination. When fire seasons are "normal", the forest floor is covered with dead needles and duff which will burn quickly. Sequoia tree bark is very thick and not very flammable, so the trunk is protected. The branches are too far above the ground to catch fire. The fire clears the soil so the seed can sprout. Nature has always fascinated me!

[@williamriley-le9zo]

Hi Mike. The vase is really nice looking. I love the way the glass liner just floated down. That's a very close tolerance you cut in there. Nice work. Ahh, no good deed goes unpunished as they say. I've had a time or two like that & sometimes it's just best to give it up for the day and start over the next morning. Reading your replies below & you're absolutely right when you say "There's no reason to get mad or angry." Stuff happens. I know your wife will love it. I'm currently turning resin blanks with flowers in them & the maker suggests a frequent application of thin CA glue to solidify the flowers as they get exposed when turning. It helps prevent divots and blow outs. It also fills minor pits in the flowers and stems that occur. Take care and keep turning. Bill Riley

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Bill, that is a good tip about the CA glue, I have never turned a flower in resin before, sounds like fun. If you get chance can you send me a few pictures? ([e-mail]) 😀

[@oldguyinstanton]

That is a beautiful vase. I bet your wife loves it.

[@MikeHolton]

She does 😁 thank 😀

[@AlienLeader4]

Wow that was a trip to completion but we made it. Amazing vase. Keep up the awesome work. 👽

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks my friend, this was a slog and a half! Glad my wife likes it 😀

[@kathrynseaman6482]

That was fighting every step to a beautiful vase!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Kathryn, it certainly made me work for it! 😀

[@cassandraeldridge98]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Cassandra 😀

[@stucook8622]

Beautiful result...great video...thank you.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks for watching Stu 😀

[@chrispaine5551]

Love the challenges it give you and you over came the problem, love how it turned out I’ll put it on my to do list . Great work

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Chris, have fun 😀

[@cudamank]

Very cool vase. I enjoy making them.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Mark 😀

[@skati5]

Love it, sure your wife did too. If you ever take it on again, I think a coppery resin would be very pretty and complement any flower color.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks and yes that would be cool! Thanks for the idea 😀

[@haroldhoskison7239]

Very challenging project with a beautiful outcome.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much Harold, this one really tested my patience lol 😀

[@ronniekeates3349]

The isopropanol cleaning is always my favorite finish on a piece

[@MikeHolton]

Mine too, that first wipe is a joy 😀

[@Vinimarshall450]

That was entertaining and funny , bet she loves it , nice work Mike

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Vini, glad you enjoyed it. Marie loves the vase 😀

[@deehenry1983]

this is lovely Mike! what a wonderful gift!!!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Dee 😀

[@loopinnerthe]

That IPA moment, when the true nature of the piece and the idea is revealed, was amazing. Is it any kind of fun when glass smashes and pieces fly off the chuck? It all makes dramatic and interesting content, and I guess life isn't always sweet and perfectly polished and this is a lesson in enjoying the journey. Nothing phases you Mike.... on camera anyway. Artists get into "the zone" this is a sacred place where the creative energies flow and the world around just blurs out, time has no meaning. This is where the raw creativity is flowing and nothing else matters; this is when going to the supermarket at 18:00 on a Sunday seems to be OK.

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks my friend, things can phase me but not when related to woodturning, I do this for fun, a way to release my imaginations. If something goes wrong I just carry on and solve the problem. The flow state is an amazing feeling, I have studied it a lot with my day job trying to show my students ways they can induce it in the games they make.

[@DonAngle-o9g]

Great despite setback love the color blue.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Don ☺️

[@genevievehandley7106]

Beautiful

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you 😊

[@michaelfelixb1316]

Das ist ja mal ein sehr schönes Teil👌 Sehr gut gemacht mit einer tollen Farbe . Hoffe es gefällt deiner Frau👏

[@MikeHolton]

Danke Michael, sie liebt es 😀

[@Ms.W529]

Very nice. I’m sure your wife will love it.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks and she does love it 😀

[@allochthonplays2978]

The love you have for your wife is palpable. It's great to see! Oh, and great vase! Thank god for Tesco, right?

[@MikeHolton]

Haha yes thank goodness for Tesco. My wife is amazing and I love her 😀

[@marybethhuson295]

What a very beautiful designed vase. I’m sure your wife will treasure this piece forever 🥰

[@MikeHolton]

I hope so Mary 😀

[@matthewking2209]

Beautiful Mike.

[@MikeHolton]

Many thanks Matthew 😀

[@barbfilion5646]

Hi Mike, problems do arise and you conquered them well. Love the design, also those colors look awesome. The vase as soon as you set it on the floor I thought you might kick it over, but I thought then it might be doomed....lol Great work

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Barb, was so happy when I got to the end lol 😂

[@nicholaskastrinos5134]

The guy from Sprague turning uses an electric pan. Simply throw the glew sticks in the pan and melt them. Dip and stick what ever your gluing. I'm sure it's doesn't work for every application, but certainly would help with the frustration. Love your videos. Very calming personality and love watching the experimental stages.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Nicholas, I have seen Jim's pan, if I did a lot more I may invest lol. All the best, Mike 😀

[@harryhamilton298]

Very nice! Reminds me of cones floating down an alpine stream.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Harry, I love that thought! 😀

[@jesseclayborn]

Very nice your wife is going to love it.

[@MikeHolton]

She does 😀, thanks Jesse

[@cathymcguire368]

That was great fun to watch, Mike. Tx

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Cathy 😀

[@simon54131]

Another amazing experiment that came out perfect in the end

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Simon, this one was a tough one 😀

[@martincotterill2132]

Hi there, I just wanted to say that I thought the same thing as you did when you cut the base off and was so glad to hear that he won’t go to waste as it could be turned into something beautiful :-)

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Martin, I think I'll be using it as a lid for a nice pot 😀

[@nikkiewhite476]

Lovely vase Mike! I like the shape you put in on the sides. Not only does it look nice it will help with grip when it is full.

[@MikeHolton]

haha are you saying I'll probably drop it lol 😂😅, only joking, thanks Nikkie 😀

[@jeramiahcrosier3481]

Very nice! I like the color with the Sequoyah cones.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Jeramiah 😀

[@sylviamaunder3409]

What a wonderful treasure for your wife to keep. Love the cones in resin. Love the way your videos don’t hide the odd bit of “trouble” even when there are more than one in the course of one project.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much Sylvia, I try to show everything, the good and the bad so hopefully we can all learn together 😀

[@Tseringlhatso]

It's beautiful Mike! So worth all the hassle 😊. I watch Jim Sprague's channel, and my favourite videos of his are the cone and resin ones too. Was excited to see your take on it😍! (PS- what??? your supermarkets close at 6pm on a Sunday???? you need to move to Scotland my friend😂) PPS - have always wanted to see the Californian redwoods. The nearest I've come is the sequoia grove at the Edinburgh botanic gardens 🙄

[@mashmade-airth]

Yep ! Move north Mike. You'll benifits from our stores being late opening, 24 hour opening in some cases 😊👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@MikeHolton]

Haha they close at 4pm Sundays lol. I would love to go see them as well. Jim makes them loos so easy haha 😀

[@MikeHolton]

Cool 😀😀😀

[@William_Kenny]

Wow that piece made you work for it I'm so glad you managed to get it finished it's a beautiful piece, something i always wanted to try, your other half will be chuffed with it, Mike another great video thanks for sharing, Kind regards From will 👍 😊

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Will, I edited out about another 20 minutes of problems, sometimes we get projects that just test us to the limit lol 😀

[@Firebird1005]

This one looks nice. Hope your wife loves it too. Maybe if she doesn't mind we can see or hear her reaction in the next video. I know my wife always appreciates flowers, especially with a new vase.

[@MikeHolton]

I should have filmed her reaction next time I make something for her I will 😀

[@Firebird1005]

@@MikeHolton no worries, your private live is yours alone. With you deciding what you want to share.

[@jonksmodels]

Boy that was a really hard slog Mike but the end result looks just stunning, I'm sure your wife will love it.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Jon, ever so often you get a project that just does not want to play along lol 😀

[@jonksmodels]

@@MikeHolton LOL, I hear yer, just one of those days.

[@constancegobert3785]

Love those colors. Your vase is beautiful

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 😀

[@OmegaPrime76]

Simply amazing!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! Cheers my friend😀

[@jasonmontgomery8180]

She better enjoy that gift after all the mishaps!

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks Jason, she loves it 😀

[@Radcon-2222]

Absolutely beautiful piece

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much! 😀

[@troybaldwin5329]

When it rains it pours but remember from the slightest rain to the heaviest downpour new growth will happen and life never stops learning 😉

[@MikeHolton]

Exactly Troy, I'm a great believer that if you give up when things go wrong you loose the chance to learn, I finish every piece I start subsequently know how to overcome just about any problem 😀

[@larryjefferson2146]

Gorgeous!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! 😊

[@fionacrouch1732]

What a day! Lol Monday morning when you resumed and said you had a replacement glass sleeve, I was thinking, hope you got a spare. I'm smart am I 🤪😂 You did have a few whoopsies but the end result is lovely and sure Mrs H is going to love and treasure it. Well done Mr H ❤

[@MikeHolton]

Haha no way was I leaving that shop with just one lol, I know myself too well 😂😀

[@fionacrouch1732]

@@MikeHolton lol we love you just the way you are, dropsy and all 🤣

[@MikeHolton]

@@fionacrouch1732 Thanks 😂

[@georgestich]

An absolutely marvelous piece, Mike. I know with fiberglass yacht molds we used to apply a good coat of car wax to the mold. You know, the rub on out of a round tin and buff off type. Then, they used to crack the boat out of the mold with the airline like you do. It’s just a thought, but it might work with your resin molds, especially those ones you’d like to try and keep. 😃 Keep up the excellent work.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much George, I need to give something like that a go. 😀

[@margueriteyork7042]

So pretty!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you 😀

[@paulevans180]

Wow, that vase really made you work hard to produce a wonderful looking gift for Mrs H. The way you just get on with things when they don't go as planned makes watching your videos a good learning experience for the rest of us.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Paul, getting angry never solves anything, these things happen so just pick it up and figure out how to carry one. 😀