Well, it has been fun.

[FourStrikes]

best of luck, Brian...

whether temporary or or final, I completely understand - and respect - your decision, but your knowledge/contributions will be missed by some, if not many (myself included) on this particular board.

been collecting nearly 40 years, and like an old fling, I've sorta fallen out of love with some of my stuff from time to time, and recently I've been going thru a "stuff I no longer want/can live without" phase...I've made some once-upon-a-time unheard of decisions to part with some items - yet my personal love of collecting (albeit vicariously - thru some of the things I see on this board) in so many cases is still intact.

IF with the love of collecting you're metaphorically *fried*, just like the "old fling" referenced above, let 'er go - make some $$$, and IF the collecting bug bites you again, dive back in at whatever level when/if you choose to.

not that anybody needs - or solicits - my voice, here or otherwise, but I can relate to what you're presently going thru - my personal collecting passion has dwindled as I don't NEED anything anymore, but lingering/lurking keeps me somewhat involved here, as it's still a great diversion from all of the everyday bullsh!t I/we all deal with.

best of luck to you and any others who may/may not be experiencing personal/financial/final - burnout.

regards,
DS

[iwantitiwinit]

Sell the collection and with 50% of the funds buy a boat other 50% put into an account to pay for future boat expenses. So relaxing especially if u have the other 50% to pay for future expenses. Whatever u decide best of luck.

[yanksfan09]

Good luck Brian,

Sometimes a little break is good and healthy. I take mini breaks from time to time in collecting, but they don't last longer than a couple months, sometimes for lack of spending money or not seeing much that interest me, However, then I usually have more energy and interest when I return. A break can also help give you new focus and perspective.

[kkkkandp]

Sorry to hear this.

I've been back into collecting for 33 years, but have been pursuing Old Judges for only 21 of those years.

At my age I'm pretty sure my money is going to run out long before my passion and patience will, but I can't imagine getting out of the hobby completely.

Still, I feel for you. You have been around here for a long time and it won't be the same without you.

[bwbc917]

Brian,

I appreciate the chance to add some Indians from your stash. Thanks for your help and best wishes for "retirement".

[gnaz01]

Best of luck Brian, but the the Ebay alerts up.....

[Vegas-guy]

Originally Posted by iwantitiwinit

Sell the collection and with 50% of the funds buy a boat other 50% put into an account to pay for future boat expenses. So relaxing especially if u have the other 50% to pay for future expenses. Whatever u decide best of luck.

I second something like this. I did the same thing about 10yrs. ago but went the exotic car route and did some traveling. I can tell you it been much more enjoyable for my wife (could care less about the cards) but she enjoys cars.

[gabrinus]

Good luck Brian..I enjoyed dealing with you.......Jerry

[T206Collector]

Once a collector, always a collector. Worries will subside, the itch will return. If collecting is stressful - and all you're collecting is sorrow - time to diversify!

[tiger8mush]

Brian, good luck with your future endeavors. The forum was a better place with you part of it.

Rob

[Northviewcats]

Originally Posted by tiger8mush

Brian, good luck with your future endeavors. The forum was a better place with you part of it.

Rob

Couldn't have said it better. Will miss your posts.

Joe

[Stonepony]

Good luck Brian