5 Reasons I Decided to Build Model Airplanes

I did something that seems like a little thing but is important to me. I bought a model airplane kit. Specifically a Spitfire MKII. Why would a (almost) 48 year old man buy a model airplane kit?

I’m glad you asked because I’m going to tell you.

1. A long time ago, a respected leader strongly urged me to take up a hobby. Specifically, one not related to my work. In other words, not reading or writing. Years later I’m finally following her advice.
2. Building model airplanes was a fun part of my childhood and returning to this hobby scratches my nostalgic itch.
3. One of my interests is that of World War Two. Since that is the era of airplanes I’m going to build, this fits well with my interests.
4. Working with small parts and painting details helps me to develop my focus.
5. It’s fun. Really this should be enough. But since I like to overthink things, I decided to add the other four.

I started work on this plane today but I don’t plan to rush it. I intend to enjoy the experience.

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