As Dragon's Den would say, "I'm out!!"

[jedi_masters]

Well, not totally.

I have been doing a lot, and I mean a lot of thinking over the last 6 months and have decided to part with my MOC collection and a couple of other bits. Life has been tough recently as some of you know and I have totally lost the collecting bug. This has happened quite a few times recently but this time I have no interest in looking, searching or trying to find anything to add to my collection. I have different commitments in my life at the moment and since my mum has passed and also my Nan last week, I have a very different outlook on life. I cant sit on a collection when I have a family that need's thing.

I will still be on here, you haven't got rid of me that much. I am still over time going to complete my loose collection which I am keeping along with my Yoda focus, that ain't going nowhere.

I want to take pictures first of my collection as it stands now as I haven't taken pictures of everything for nearly 2 years now. Once that has been done, Stuff will be made ready to sell.

I want to thank all of you on here who have helped me get my collection to where it is today. Whether it be selling to me, pointing an item out to me, trading, whatever, it has been a fun journey which I enjoyed every minute of.

Like I said, I'm not going anyhere so you will still see me at future Farthest From's and will always be on here, it's like a second home.

 

[Robstyley]

You gotta do what you gotta do man. Really glad you're sticking around though and having a big collection doesn't make you any more of a Star Wars fan! Good luck with everything mate and hope to see again sometime at FF

 

[_Lee_]

I tip my hat to you mate . Its been a tough time for you, and i have nothing but respect for you mate

Good to hear you are sticking around.

 

[SublevelStudios]

All the best mate, like Rob says, it's not the size of collection that counts and life is all about priorities and family must always come first.

Always sad when someone sells up/loses the bug but glad to see you'll still be around.

 

[Joe]

Really sorry to hear about your mum and Gran Chris, I don't think anyone will blame you for selling up if you've got more important things to do with the money but it's always sad to see someone part with their collection. I hope the sell off goes well and it's cool that you are keeping some bits at least.

Glad to hear you are going to stick around here too and I hope to see you at a future FF, you were definitely missed at the last one.

 

[TwistedMetal]

Very sorry to hear about losing your mum and nan mate.

 

[ScruffyLookingNH]

To echo the above; sorry to hear about the loss of your mum and nan. Horrible to lose those closest to you.

As for the collection then do what feels right and remember it's only stuff and it's not unique; when you decide to start a MOC collection again it'll all be out there waiting for you. And look at it this way; there has never been a better time to sell. With any luck, when you reach the point you want to pick some MOCs up again the arse may well have fallen out of the market and you and rebuild you collection for a fraction of the cost.

I know I've sold up 3 times before, twice as an adult. Priorities change. And it's only stuff, not family.

Anyway, you still have your loose collection to enjoy and your Yoda focus so consider it a change of tastes rather than a sell up.

Hope to meet you at the next FF in December.

 

[Stuart Skinner]

Really sorry to read this Chris, but if you're getting nothing out of your collection and could use the funds elsewhere then makes total sense to sell up. Glad you're keeping your Yoda focus. Know you've had a rough time of it of late, hope you're coping mate.

Glad you're also sticking around here and coming to future events, one of the nicest blokes I've met since being involved in collecting, you were definitely missed at the last FF, so hopefully see you at the Xmas shindig down at fordingbridge. Perhaps organise Watford again next year.

Love you like a fat kid loves cake x x

 

[theforceuk]

I have a similar outlook on life at the moment although still collecting, life is short and some times I think what's the point in collecting and will I ever be happy with what I have? Would I be happier without collecting? Good luck with all the selling anyway.

 

[itfciain]

Hi Chris - I just want to say that you are one of the nicest, most genuine guys that I have ever met (inside and outside of this hobby) - I still have great memories of the first FF and meeting you at Jez's

I totally get while you are selling up - I would think that most of us have looked at our collections and our bills and thought how easily they balance out (my wife does every day!) - make sure you keep some of the more important pieces - not necessarily in value but in sentiment - those are the hardest to replace for sure

If I can help in anyway with advise for your sales (I sell the odd card now and again) then feel free to drop me a PM

And most importantly, don't be a stranger

 

[edd_jedi]

Sorry to hear you're selling up and as others have said hope you stick around. I went years without buying much but it's still cool to get involved in the discussion and look at what others pick up, eventually it got me back collecting again!

Sounds like you've had a shitty time recently but your logic applies to any and all situations, nobody should be spending money on toys/collectables if it means their family are going without more important things. Collecting is supposed to be fun and a hobby, not an all-consuming money pit. I'm sure you'll dip in again when things improve

 

[Caswellbot]

I'm really sorry to hear this news too Chris. I know we've only met and spoken a couple of times but I can tell you are a good guy and easy to get along with. It sounds like you are making a tough decision in tough circumstances so I can totally appreciate where you are coming from. I'm sorry to hear that you and your family have been through some really difficult times of late, hopefully time will help and maybe spending more time with your family will do just that .

It's good to know you are sticking around on the boards and attending events though. Best of luck with everything buddy and maybe we will see each other at celebration Europe.

Chris.

 

[fuzzybuzzytoys]

Hi Chris

You know I regard you as one the the nicest people I have ever met. I enjoy our chats when I see you and feel I have known you a lot longer than what I have.

Losing a parent is so hard I know. It turns your live upside down and makes you reevaluate your priorities in life. Time is a great healer. I know what your going through mate.

Missed you at the last FF. hope not to miss you at the next one matey

 

[starwarsfan72]

Always sad to hear of someone's losses
You take care and keep that chin up

 

[Mr-shifter]

Hi Chris

Losing people so close to you really causes you to look hard and focus on what's most important to you. Life is so short. You need to do what's most important for you. It's great you have been so honest with yourself over this.

I'm glad you are keeping your loose and yoda focus. I think you would probably need to keep something. If you don't add a single item to it in the next ten years, that doesn't matter.

The friendships you have made are made, and wether you have 1000 Mocs or 10 beaters, you are still just as involved as you want to be with the community. Friendships made through collecting don't go away when you stop. If someone isn't interested in knowing you when they have nothing to gain from you they aren't worth knowing.

Take care Chris, and if you need any help with anything, let me know.

 

[Michael Sith]

Echoing the sentiments already put forward Chris. Keep your chin up and memories are precious.

 

[Richard_H]

Little else to add from the above. You've made 100% the correct decision Chris and glad you're staying around.

 

[steve obi wan]

Sorry for your lost , sometimes thing happen and priorities change.

Unfortunately that's life . Good luck

 

[mumbo]

My condolences Chris.

Putting everything into perspective your family comes first so I have no doubts your doing the right thing and glad to hear your sticking around too

All the best

 

[Jez]

Mate, we've spoken many times on the phone about this, and you know i'll always be happy to have a chat and a catch up. I am sorry that your Nan has past away since we last spoke, that must have been shortly afterwards. Dude you've had it rough.
I'm so glad you guys managed to have your family holiday in Mar/Apr, i bet without that you'd be absolutely done in.
You have a beautiful family (at home and on here). Your decision is one which hasn't been taken rashly, and i like the others believe that you are doing the right thing.
We've spoken about your items for sale. No doubt you'll get a few PMs offering you broker deals. Don't do it. You enjoy the community, you enjoy FF, so as discussed, if the time is right come down to Fordingbridge and have your own table. That way you'll get more enjoyment from it, the items will go directly to those who really want them and you get more cash for your family, the whole point of this. I'll help you out (as would everyone).
If i were you i'd start moving on the big items, POTF Nikto etc, everything else will be easier after that. The Forum would be a good place to start trying to sell that, but i'd wager none of the regulars on here would find it fits their focus. It'll shift like hot snot on the POTF Facebook group though.
Oh and by the way, if you pull out of being on the Vintage Rebellion Xmas Panto, i'll punch you in your ovary.
Now, go and put your laptop down and go buy the wife and kids an ice cream xx