Well Jon, I'm thankful you found the 'Cat too. I know from some of our talks that life hasn't exactly dealt you a great hand, but keep playing anyhow. I know you've become a valued part of our village here and I would be lessened by not knowing you.

And that's true for the rest of the residents here. I'm more than thankful for the 'Cat. It has brought new and true friendships to me in a way I would never have dreamed possible. There are times that I simply cannot explain this strange phenomenon to anyone outside of this community. Karen and I are both very thankful for the outpouring of love and support that came from here back in May. I think Karen was even more grateful than anyone to know that people like you even existed, and it certainly helped get her through that long month. Again, there is no way to say how deeply and sincerely we both feel thankful for all of you. And I suppose I ought to say thanks for tolerating me at all and the often annoying humor I force upon you...so much obliged (Bert, if you've forgotten the meaning of any words here, Peter T. is quite erudite and can send you a copy of his dictionary when the Waylon Heron is done using it to look up "pedantic").

Beyond that, I am grateful for every breath I draw and every moment I'm allowed to have with my young sons and the wonderful woman who has made it possible for me to hear "I love you Dad"......the best four words in the language!

Spaw