Well, DUH...didn't even realize I had reached the 5K mark!! Thanks for the wake up call, Howie!
This site has become like a large extended family to me over the past year+...I've made some great new friends, and look forward to making many more in the upcoming years. I'll never be able to contribute a fraction of what I gain from this site with all the expertise, laughs, other's life experiences expressed here, and even the occasional tears of sadness or joy. I have learned much from each and every member who contributes to the site. A special THANKS goes out to Obi-Wan and all of the moderators who help control things, and allow us to have all the fun we have while playing well together. I go to other sites to get bits and pieces of information, but can assure everyone that there is absolutely no place like this one anywhere else.
How often in this world do you find people who, regardless of nationality, race, political/religious beliefs, or occasional differences in opinion, still remain friends? Not often. I have had people from this site open their homes to me, feed me, give me free

, and expect absolutely nothing in return. It is comforting to know that no matter where I may travel, there is someone there from this site to either make my visit more enjoyable, or lend me a hand if needed. My only hope is to return the favor in some small way.
A heartfelt thanks to all of my friends and family here for making this what it is...the BEST!!!
Sincerely,
Terry
Some come to laugh their past away
Some come to make it just one more day
Whichever way your pleasure tends
If you plant ice, you're gonna harvest wind