The KY tax man shows up at all the craft shows to collect your information. If you don't file they can track you down. I have seen people show up two hours late to avoid the tax man. I have no problem paying my fair share but they sure put the stick eye on you if you start asking them questions. I would rather pay the tax man at the end of each show than at the end of the year (or quarterly). I'll probably close my Etsy store when they start enforcing tax collection. If the federal and government wants me to collect taxes for them I think I'll send them a bill for me doing their job.
For those of us who have lost family and friends in battle it is a day of reflection and remembrance. Not all of our holidays are happy. But I appreciate the thought.
I agree with Dan (dgman), no stain, just glue or screw then apply clear finish. The contrast of walnut and oak look great. Of course, opinions are like... well, you know.