Patch,
I enjoyed viewing your photos and walking you through some of the process, glad that you're pleased with your results. It is a pretty boat!!
I built my first canoe when I was 21, and can't seem to stop. Now, as I continue to get older, I find I need boats that suit my paddling preferences and physical condition. I carried my 62 lb comp cruiser to Fish Pond, with a full pack as well, when I was in my 20's...now, not so much.
My next boat will be a J Winter's Kite, hoping to keep it under 25 lbs...we'll see.
So now what? Are you ready to build the next one? You can never have too many boats, you know.
Oh, and welcome to the club. Congrats!!!