Damn, you beat me to it. Didn't get a chance to be on the computer yesterday.
So, I met Bernd and his wife Sunday afternoon. It was a beautiful day for a drive, and he lives about 40 minutes south of me. Very nice people, and we chatted for several hours. He showed me all his machines (including one monster of a drill press), and parts to several engines in progress. Yes, I did think you'd be older; when I think retired, I picture cranky old fart.
His shop encompasses the whole basement, which is larger than my entire house. It's filled with all sorts of interesting stuff, and enough lumber to build a garage, at least. He has a small walled off area that is more in line with what most of us would consider a normal sized shop, which is packed to the gills with tools, trains and books. He has more machines than any one person should be allowed, and many projects (both hobby and more practical stuff) in various states of completion. He still does not have the kitchen cabinets done!
Thanks for having me over, and I hope the bread turned out okay.