I figured I should make my official introductions. I am 33 years old and from Burleson TX. I am actually a Land Surveyor professionally, but I have had a life long love and interest in blacksmithing. I would eventually like to make knives and other bladed objects, but honestly I am just as excited about making my first set of tongs as I am anything else. I am set to buy a 2' piece of rail road track this weekend for my very beginner version of an anvil, and actually got my grandfather's old cast iron dutch oven to turn into a forge. I know it is a bit rudimentary, however I need to start somewhere. I will have a hard time convincing my wife that I need to put significant money into this 'hobby' until I can show her that I am gaining skill.
I guess that pretty much sums me up. We have 4 kids between us, 3 cats (all hers, trust me), and maybe a dog in the future. See you all in the forums!