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What a horrible thought. Never say I! The “childlike” aspect of my being in some ways is what I treasure most.

I remember Yaya from so many years ago - long time passing. She was not just another pretty face; she had a mind, a finely honed one, and that is why I remember her. Sad news. Time races on, and takes its toll. RIP Yaya. I will remember the good times - always.

Best wishes Mr. Robinson, in your time of travail.

Very sad news indeed, tragic really given his age. Nunya and I had some good times together back when. He knew a lot about the oil business, as well as what was none of our business. He was original, interesting, fun, and never nasty. One can’t ask for more than that. I will miss him, and savor the memories. My condolences to his family, and to all who cared about him, as I did.

Thank you John. I had a great Christmas, after having had a tough patch, and hope you and your brother did as well. All the best as always.

Especially you John. FWIW.

I hereby acknowledge reading this thread. Thanks for the memories. I wish you all the best - always.

Your love and admiration of your father touches me. I very much loved and admired mine. There is no antidote for your sense of loss - and never will be - ever, but it will be leavened by just how proud you are about him. He made a difference, a positive difference, and over time that glow in your heart, will be what matters. Best.

Very sad news indeed. What I shall remember about Kattracks is her very hard work in putting up threads of interest for those on this forum to enjoy. She never had a unkind word about anyone. She was always a positive influence in all that she did.

And there you have it, a shitty incompetent lawyer with ulterior motives, because I want to transfix folks to make the journey across the River Styx. You have my number to a tee, you perspicuous one you.

Good news is always grand is it not?

I will ponder that one. To me, it means a place, that an inner being. Thanks for you kind note.

What I think is that you should read it. It is well writen, and added a lot to my knowledge about the genesis of e pluribus unam. Marshall was a key player in that, and without him, I suspect this wonderful nation would not now exist. That is my opinion. The shining light on the hill would have cast no light.

Thanks for the referenes. Theology has always intereted me. Right now I am reading a biography of John Marshall. The law is something that I think I know rather well, although there is always more to know. Reading stuff in areas you know something about is pleasureable, because it resonates with other dots in your brain. Have a a passion about something. It is life enhancing, and give meaning and enjoyment to one’s being during our brief existence on this mortal coil,

Thank you EV. I am always flattered and embarrased when the religious have some concern for my soul. I really don’t deserve that, but I take it in all modesty. The metaphysical is well - complicated. A lot of things are complicated, and the older I get, the more I find is complicated. I will die knowing that I don’t know much really, I suspect.

You are welcome to post where you will. I hope this finds you well, and your fine bride. You are a lucky guy.

Thank you for the kind and overly generous words. I appreciate it.

Best to you EV. I have no bad thoughts about you, except for brief period when you got a bit bullyish. But that baton has been passed up the line. I wish you the best and every success. I mean that sincerely. Life is short.

A long slow goodbye. You guys can give yourself high fives, wihout disruption, as you talk to the choir.

I have no fear of debate. It is my genes, and annealed by disputative and argumentative parents, who then spent a lot of money to hone that skill some more in me. But debate in a star chamber is no debate at all - it is degrading. Debate will be done elsewhere, not here, that is clear.