good story! but i do wonder why such a smart person

like your bro-in-law only makes minimal wage, may be he enjoy the kind of work.

Anyhow, it did remind of my own experience: when we remodeled the kitchen, after the old countertop, sink, faucet, cooktop etc. were taken out,all in good shape, I had a hardtime to place them into good use. Called up a few charities,no one wanted them, and I didn't know any places like "junk yard" for building materials. They all ended up in a garbage center. what a pity!