What have you lot gone and done now ? A short time ago, we were a collection of internet names talking about hardware, metals and various things that spin in circles. The next time I saw this forum, it had radically changed. The members have become a cohesive unit, with common goals and purpose. It has become a family, into which I have been most graciously invited.

Last week when I was having a bad time, I returned home fresh with the knowledge that I had avoided some seriously bad events. I had written off the experience to luck. My wife then showed me your many postings. My giddlness was quickly replaced by the realization of the enormity of what you all had done for us. At that moment I knew my positive outcome, had had nothing to do with luck; it was the result of serious contemplation by the concerted effort of many.

Donna and I are humbled by your concern, the sharing of your faith and strength, and mostly, the friendship you all have so freely given. We truly are blessed.

I am not circumambulating well now, and the seat time in this chair is limited. This initial response will spare you much of my typical long winded, heavy duty replies. It is impossible for me to now acknowledge all of your personal friendships. That will be a future project.

On behalf of my wife and me, with the deepest respect for what you have given and shared with us, I thank you from the soul of my being,    Gard

I'm happy to know that things worked out for you and Donna.  Rest up and don't over do the computer time or other exertions for awhile.

It was nice to meet your lovely wife and it's good to see you posting under you name, too.

You two take care.

Glad to see you're well enough to do some pecking at the keyboard!! Don't over do it, stay rested.....

Remember,"give and it shall be given unto you",no one gave anything to you on this forum that you had not already earned.You helped others way before you yourself got into a bind.Good to see you back posting,take care of yourself,tell Donna to take care of HERself,and God Bless!

Now,about that aluminum floor coating~

Ahhhh. The power of prayer! Welcome back ol' boy!

From North Carolina

Hope your discombobulation keeps getting better!

Both of ya'll take care.

Some of us farther south than you and east of Hog Town Boss know and understand some big words.

Mary B in Texas

You have helped so many of us. It is about time we let you know how much!  There are a lot of us that don't post a lot but read the forum and over the years you have provided so much needed information.  Thank you!

Everyone has already so clearly articulated my thoughts that all I can say is..... DITTO!

Gard and Mrs. Gard;

I have been reading this forum for awhile now, but not posting much.  I have learned so much from Gard, not the least of which is the understanding of how much I don't know.  Thank you so much for all you have given to those that use this forum and best wishes for a speedy recovery.

All the best to you both.

Gard,

Sorry to hear that you've been sick... i am late posting my condolences, but am very glad to see that you are on the road to recovery.. Your input is invaluable to this site as are you..

thanks for everything that you do.

leslie

Gard,

I have to ditto Ridingarocky as I have not been on the site in a while. I was very surprised to see you were not well. I'm glad things are looking up and prayers are being sent your way!

Good to hear u are up and circumambulating.  Are ya clockwise or counter clockwise?

You made me look that one up today.

Hope you continue to feel better.

Just like the old bath water going down the drain, I rotate clockwise whenever I'm discombobulating. Sure beats South America, where I would be getting dizzy going backwards.

Thanks for all of your kind thoughts. You are a great family of which I'm proud to be a member.