Good to hear everyones background.

I always enjoyed pulling toys apart and reassembling when I was a kid but my first model kit was in primary school (about 8 years old) through some 'hobby/craft' thing (don't remember detials)

After that it was on and off till the distractions of my teenage years kicked in.

Kinda rekindled again in my late 20's but back into it full steam in the last few years.

Hoping and trying to spread the word to whoever I can about the great hobby and communities.

Having workmates and friends into the hobby is a help, the global market of kits and related goodies is great and without doubt forums like SMA and videos from guys like Scott, Grendels, Quaralane and so many others have really kept the motivation and accesability of the hobby going strong this time around.