If I didn't love this hobby, I'd be a real masochist to be going at it for the last 20+ years .Along with my music, my dog and a few good friends I'm able to enjoy my life, but I always fall back on model cars because for me it's a great outlet for a. my creativity and b. my love of things automotive. I don't have the money or space that Jay Leno has (dagnabbit), but I can build an interesting collection and not have to worry about plates and insurance for all of them . Besides, I like to feel I've made a few friends and increased my skills by looking at how everyone here comes up with different solutions for their end goals.