Well written Tom. The shell collectors purpose is to collect shells for
your personal satisfaction because that is what you love to do.

Bob

Robert Lipe Specimens
www.theshellstore.com
348 Corey Ave
St. Pete Beach, Fl 33706


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From: Conchologists List [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of
Tom Eichhorst
Sent: Sunday, December 30, 2007 11:52 AM
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Subject: Re: [CONCH-L] Thoughts on shell collecting


  All we really have are opinions on the effects (good, bad, or
indifferent) of what we do (shell collecting wise, not life styles).  So
I personally will continue on, not for any altruistic reasons like
educating the unwashed masses, but because I find enjoyment in what I
do.  I think my shell collecting has resulted in some positive events
and effects, but that is certainly not why I collect.  I collect because
I like to collect.  I guess I am just one of those folks with that shell
collecting psychosis. Welcome to my world...

Tom Eichhorst in New Mexico, USA

PS.  Time now to go eat some freshly baked cinnamon rolls with a
grandkid and talk shells with her.  At present she likes the spiny ones,
but I kind of started with Murex, so that is understandable.  She'll
branch out.  Heck, she might even like nerites some day!  I hope
everyone on Conch-L has a great New Year.

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