Janet- let me say that one- this kind of careless, blatant disregard for others property/work is part and parcel to why so many of us have become misanthropic. As to the second , I would applaud you for not only dealing with this issue as well as you have, but also for sharing this experience with the rest of us. I feel as though many of us chose metal or it chose us because in part of a sense of permanence. Well- that has been callously proven otherwise, but you remain steadfast and resolute and to be me that makes you someone to be admired.
Nathan

Janet-
Just seeing this picture breaks my heart and makes me feel so sad for you. I can only imagine what you must be feeling as you look at this. Please know that you have all the sympathies and support of your community here.
Rob

YIKES!!
It's like a crumpled up piece of paper thrown over their shoulder. What gross disregard for your creativity. Salvage what you can and try not to look at it anymore.
Thanks for sharing with us , I can't wait to see the replacements.
Mele

Hi janet what a terrible mess. Glad to hear you can salvage something from it all. When are you coming to Europe? Also Where abouts will you be visiting? If you find yourself in the North of England or nearby please drop me a line you are more than welcome to visit us at the workshop.
Adrian

It seems that when an object that is dear to us, comes to and abrupt change in our lives, the life gets sucked out of us. Even a piece of art.

I am glad that parts are salvageable. Have a great time on your trip.

Rick Sidebottom
Aspiring Metal Artist