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[Scott Peterson]

Good call on the similarity between Verawood and Lignum Vitae, John.  Thanks for connecting those for us.

Robert reminded me that a "good smell" is indeed a matter of taste - so to speak.  Also, smell and taste are closely connected too, literally.  Remember the taste tests on kids' science shows when you plug your nose and taste various things without seeing them?  Personally, I think Red Oak smells a little like vomit!  Maybe I should try tasting it with my nose plugged? 

[Robert Yarger]

Come on, red oak is exceptional.  When it comes to basswood and sandlewood, I have to stop in the middle of a project and excort the wife up to the bedroom.  Amazing how woodsmells can have such effects.