As Rufus said, I decided to call it a day. It was still a successful business but it eventually took up too much of my time. I could have got additional help or sold the business for which I had offers. I thought the most satisfying thing to do what to simply draw it to an end to ensure I had no further demands on my time. Now several years on I look back with pleasure on the experience and continue to enjoy using a small collection of brushes I retained. I pop in here from time to time and find it amazing that the Forum continues to thrive. We all owe thanks to those who give their time to ensure things run smoothly.