Peter is building his second model boat. The work is painstaking but
Peter wants the finished product to be correct in every detail. So far,
he has completed the hull and is working on the deck. He chooses his
wood with care. With this sailing ship, he chose Tasmanian Pine for the
hull and teak for the deck. These woods seemed to be easier to work
with and Peter liked the feel of the polished finish.
It took
Peter over two years to complete his first model ship. It now stands in
pride of place in his living room. The ship is about one meter in length
and the intricacies of the on deck details are perfect in every way.
Each piece is glued in place.
Peter explained that he works from
his own design. He said, “I have a picture in my head of exactly how
everything should look. Of course, I couldn’t do this if I hadn’t been
able to see previously.”
Yes, that is the amazing part. Peter is completely blind. He builds his model sailing ships by feel alone.
Peter
said, “I think that anyone can do anything if they are passionate about
it, and I truly love designing and building my boats. Of course, when I
say anything, I don’t mean the impossible things. I’ll never be able
to drive again or fly a plane...but I can build boats and I love doing
it.”
Building model wooden sailing ships is an interesting hobby
for someone who can’t see, but Peter’s enthusiasm and drive are an
inspiration for us all. He estimates that if he keeps working at it, it
will take another year or two before his second model is completed.
I like long term goals. Don’t you?
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