“As a child, I remember my father telling me that these toys are a way of expressing our opinions or dreams. Any art, for that matter, is the best way to express what you think, he would say. I used to watch him patiently sharpen each piece of wood to make a toy. Sometimes, he would spend hours on just one item. I would wonder why he is so slow at it. But when I do it now I understand that it’s not about speed, but about perfection. Every toy needs to be perfect because your speed doesn’t speak as much as the end product. When a customer looks at a toy, he should be awestruck by the detailing and finishing. My father was a master at this, and I try doing my best to continue his legacy.”

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