I thought I would finish out the year with a shot of one of my diamond willow walking sticks, Caduceus. I love working with diamond willow; its easy to carve and has a mix of beautiful grains. I usually give them away; I like carving as a hobby, not a money-making chore.
Also, I’d like to add this disclaimer concerning any and all resolutions I may foolishly spout circa New Year’s Eve:
The resolutions
I may make
Are unabashedly
All fake;
There’s not a chance
That they will take,
But what the heck–
They’re fun to break!
Happy New Year!!
–Photo by me
michaeljordahl 
Michael that is a Beautiful walking stick!! Wow!
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Thank you!! Fortunately, there’s a lot of diamond Willow nearby
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Oh Michael that walking stick is gorgeous! Walking sticks are quite common here in our mountain town, local artists have come up with all kinds of ideas for walking sticks . Some even include a small compass. I know you’re aware of how much money you can make on your walking sticks! But all the love and time that goes into the creation of just one walking stick makes it priceless! Nicely done! And the little ditty that followed! Resolutions… pfft.😀
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It certainly is a labor of love; like you said, each carving is priceless!
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Diamond Birch is beautiful! What a wonderful gift in wood carving you have! Michael you are a true blue mountain man! 😀
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You are a talented carver and wordsmith. Thanks for sharing!
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Thank you for your kind words! 😋
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