Do not wait; the time will never be “just right.” Start where you stand, and work with whatever tools you may have at your command, and better tools will be found as you go along.”
— George Herbert, “Jacula Prudentum” 1651
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David Fisher, Carving Explorations 
HI Dave,
“EXCELENT” Quote.
I’m saving it, and posting it.
Regards,
Bill B.
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Thanks Bill. Great to hear that.
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Terrific quote.. and sketch.
For some reason George Herbert’s words brought to mind another quote that hits close to this home…
“It is a kind of disparagement to be a cunning fiddler. It argues his neglect of better employment and he has spent much time spent on a thing unnecessarie”.
Owen Feltham 1631
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Scott — I would suggest that Owen Feltham hear you fiddle before calling such music unnecessarie.
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Although, I must say, the expression “cunning fiddler” has a funny ring to it.
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Great quote and drawing, Dave. And true! Herbert is one of my champions. Where is the quote from?
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Geoff, It is from “Jacula Prudentum” — 1651. I’ve updated the attribution in the post now with that information. Thanks.
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A servant with this clause
Makes drudgery divine:
Who sweeps a room as for Thy laws,
Makes that and th’ action fine.
‘The Elixir’ George Herbert
He even makes cleanup significant
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Richard, I like that one a lot! Thanks!
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Great sketch and excellent and timely quote.
Not only are adzes in great shortage (also) so are certain axes, gouges, and spoon knives. I’m sharpening the hatchet I have, starting with my Mora knife, and carving for the feel and experience and practice. Starting from zero (tools, talent, experience) if I wait for certain tools to become available, I’ll only have waited to start.
Good reminder, Dave. Thanks.
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