jhill

I myself, bonsai started out for me as a so called hobbie that turned into an obsession. Everywhere I go I can't keep myself from looking at trees in nature or gardens and think of what characteristics that that tree has that my trees are lacking. I get alot of ideas from nature and try to use them in my vision for the trees I am working on. I have never looked at trees the way I do now. I too have children, grown up now but as they were growing up I would get them involved in the art. My 2 daughters have no interest but my son has gotten into pot making. I now have 2 grand children that live next door and they too will help me if they choose to. My family does come first but so does Bonsai, I know I have to spend time with them so why not get them involved there is alot of quality time spent with them and bonsai.My grand daughter loves to help me water. My wife has no interest in bonsai but she knows this is what I'm going to do the rest of my life.
As for work, Yes I have to work but I will get up earlier to water and sometimes come home for lunch to water but if bonsai is really important to you you will find a way.
For what its worth
John