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Spuds Moyogi
One man's burden is another's sanity...I've been doing bonsai for a very long time now. Dealt with 25 years of winters/springs/summers, dealt with dead trees, smashed pots, disappointment, disillusion, etc. However, dealing with shit is part of the bargain in bonsai (and most things in life, which bonsai has helped teach me.) Perseverance is one of the cornerstones of bonsai and one of the reasons people are initially drawn to it. A tree that has (or looks to have) been scarred by storms, tribulations, and destruction is visually compelling. Chicks dig scars, so do bonsai people.I was just interested to see what people thought and if they could relate to it. It might also help other people, because sometimes we don't realise the burdens we create in our lives.
All that said, bonsai can indeed be a huge pain in the ass, particularly if there are other things that demand more time and effort. A step back can be refreshing though.