Hey, guys! I may have the solution to all your problems!! I saw it on a British modeling page. Now if you could just get the wife to sign it...
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My apologies in advance for the lengthy post.
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The Modeller's Charter
1, The Modeller shall not admit to having too many kits. Further more The Non-Modeller shall not complain if access to any room is blocked by The Modeller's existing Collection.
2, Chocolate may be purchased by any member of the family, however the foil wrapper and possibly also the contents shall belong to The Modeller.
3, A copy of The Charter shall not be kept by anyone who is not The Modeller, as any or all rules can be suspended, changed or enforced at The Modeller's whim.
4, All visits to The Hobby Shop will cost a minimum of £40 irrespective of the intention of The Modeller to 'just pop in for a tin of paint'.
5, Everything is suitable for modelling, therefore The Non-Modeller will present any broken or interesting item to The Modeller before disposal. The Modeller reserves the right to 'rag-pick' any dustbins belonging to any local Non Modellers.
6, Under no circumstances shall The Modeller be under any obligation to consult the instructions before commencing or re-commencing work on The Model.
7, Any item purchased by The Modeller (The Model) must be subjected to immediate and concentrated scrutiny - up to and including employment of craft knives and glue - to the exclusion of any household chores waiting to be completed.
8, The Modeller hereby declares that The Hobby is inexpensive when compared to other hobbies such as radio controlled aeroplanes, restoring vintage cars, football season tickets, etc. Therefore any expenditure concerned with The Hobby is deemed to also be inexpensive, and further to be 'Good Value' This is also understood by The Non-Modeller.
9, The Modeller shall be at liberty to purchase as many tools, reference materials and aids to modelling as his whim dictates. However, The Modeller shall retain the rights to use The Non-Modeller's nice sharp scissors whenever required for Decal trimming.
10, Whenever a New Model is released The Modeller shall require three more than the maximum required 'Just in Case'. In the event that two or more manufacturers release the same model at the same time this quantity may be doubled.
11, The iron is for making 'weighted and bulged' aircraft and vehicle tyres. The Modeller has first call on this essential modelling tool. The Non-Modeller shall not require any other use while it is employed for Modelling.
12, The Modeller must purchase appropriate storage containers, tackle boxes and tool boxes etc. for all modelling related items. The Modeller has the right to discard all previously purchased storage systems in order to purchase a new, more appropriate system at any time.
13, Buying expensive imported kits from Russia and Ukraine actually stimulates the economies of developing nations and is therefore 'A Good Thing'.
14, The Modeller must subscribe to every modeller's magazine whether or not he actually has time to read any of them. The pictures are always nice to look at and give ideas for more model purchases that just have to be made.
15, The Modeller reserves the right to use The Computer to go online and order essential items for The Hobby from The Supplier.
16, The Modeller shall attend a number of Model Shows during the year for the purpose of extending The Collection. Although the dates of these Model Shows will not be released in advance, The Modeller shall have precedent in the use of The Car, and The Non-Modeller shall be responsible for any re-planning of holidays or other outings required.
17, The Modeller has the right to prowl the streets of unfamiliar towns. This process is called 'Looking for a Model Shop' and is a vital part of The Hobby.
Signed............................................................The Modeller
Signed............................................................The Non-Modeller