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Sue and I were married in August of 1993, and have enjoyed a myriad of adventures traipsing around the world; our days filled with laughter, usually followed by a couple glasses of wine. Our most recent adventure has us putting down roots in Newton Highlands, Massachusetts. While the proximity to the wine country isn't so proximate--where historically our adventures end up--we purchased a 1920's colonial "fixer-upper" and a whole world of other adventures (and occasionally mis-adventures) have opened up. I really never imagined that "I scraped old paint from the ceiling," would be an answer to, "so, what did you do today?..."

Still, the lovely bride and I get to steal away to Vinalhaven, Maine on occasion, where we own a small vacation home, head out on antiquing excursions around New England, and manage some adventures in the various wine regions of the world.

Most days, however, we can be found running around the neighborhood, exploring Boston or the nearby villages and towns, and working on projects around the house--usually followed by a couple of glasses of wine...

"so,... why corkscrews...?

"We drink a lot, and they come in quite handy..." Okay, the real reason....several years ago, I was assigned to write an article about an antiques dealer in the Georgetown area of Washington, DC. His shop was filled with antique corkscrews, and I was fascinated. My few hours spent with the owner had me hooked. And, a new collection was about to start. Armed with a $5 limit per corkscrew, I started my quest. The limitation on price meant diligent hunting, and frequent early early mornings at flea markets. You would be amazed at what five bucks can get you however. I still believe there are those hidden treasures out there, which keeps me looking. While my price limit has gone up (not by much), I still think the best, and most satisfying, way to build a collection is through the hunt. And, hunt I do!