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Each of us leaves this world in only one way. There are a very, very few, however, who leave behind a part of themselves that will remain as long as the world remains. There will always be Sam Maloof through his work, his books, his stories, how he inspired others who will go on to inspire still others. The world of woodworkers has lost a huge part of itself, yet there remains a vast source of knowledge and inspiration within what was lost because of the unique man that was Sam Maloof who shared his love of his trade with so many, past, present, and future and left behind a rich heritage that challenges each of us to do our best and then learn to do better. Thank you for all you shared with me and taught me and those like me. You will be missed.