Dear Attempters of New Things,

I bought some woodworking tools this weekend, and I’ve tried to use them. Working with tools and fixing things makes me feel the way that math probably makes some of you feel: incompetent, unsure, and full of dread.

What I’ve made so far is terrible: crooked cuts, rough edges, and nothing seems to fit together right. But I’m going to keep at it. I’m going to fail a little better each time, and maybe someday I’ll feel confident, sure, and full of pride.

Sincerely,

Mr. Heimbuck