I've read through about #500 posts, and got tired of it. I might make it through the rest.
About 15 years ago, I read a book about the internet. It discussed the vision of it that I couldn't grasp at the time.
This book described a future in which, people would no longer read newspapers, they would read the news over the internet. At the time, I was receiving about 4 newspapers and numerous news and financial magazines. I remember thinking that I would never give up the tactile, portable convenience of the printed word. That was before I found FR. I was surprised to learn that through the internet and FR, I was able to STOP financing a liberal, socialist agenda that was the the printed media.
The book I read also described the way the internet would evolve. Communities of self-interest would form and force change on society. I remember thinking, "Huh?, that I can't wrap my mind around."
In "your" community, Jim, I've found like-minded individuals from every conceivable place on our planet. And, my God, what they have taught me! What books I've read from recommendations I found here. What philosophy, what dedication, what love, what cooking skills! And what Faith in God! And for me personally the Faith in God has been the most important part.
I thank you, Jim, for having the vision of what few people could see, and particularly for having the ability to weather the storms of those who would like to imagine they belong to the vision. You've built a wonderful house, and one that I marvel at every single day!