A Note To My Fellow Hobbyists from Joshua Leland Evans

[Kevin Savage]

Josh-

Thanks for sharing your story. I know it is very heartfelt, and I found it interestingly introspective. I found your perspective to be quite refreshing and a good read to start off the new year.

Often, us dealers, get caught up in all the day to day deals, business situations, and headaches- and don't really think about how great the hobby is- and how lucky we are all to be involved in this and make a living from it.

Josh- Thanks for helping me to gain a little perspective as we start a new year.
Best wishes on your health- I hope to see you at a show soon.

Kevin S.

[Hankphenom]

Thanks for taking the time for this, Josh. The hobby would literally not be the same without you, and I always feel reassured to see you at shows. I hope you find a kidney soon, and best wishes for 2015 and beyond.

[bigtrain]

Josh, Thanks for taking the time to post. As has been said, it puts things in their proper perspective for the start of the new year. Some of the most fun times I have had in the hobby were attending your live auctions in NYC years ago. Hoping your health improves and that you start this new year with a "new" kidney soon.

[sforaker]

Josh:

Thanks for the great historical hobby perspective and the excellent life perspective as well. You are an incredible, resilient survivor both in the hobby and in life. Here is hoping that 2015 brings you new kidneys and much happiness (including a few finds along the way).

My best,

Scott

[oldjudge]

Great post Josh. I remember going into Manhattan in the early '90s to bid in your live auctions. It wasn't a big room, but the heavyweights of the New York collecting fraternity were all there(I was a rookie and in awe of all the old timers). Have a great, and healthy, 2015 my friend.

Jay Miller

[Exhibitman]

Beautiful post; great way to start the year!