[silent_jonny]

I was trying to think of what to say here, but nothing sounds right ...

Do you all know what a blessing you are to me personally? That's not something I can put into words. You thank me for doing this, but believe me it should be the other way around.

I try to say "hi!" to each of you. It can be annoying and repetitive, I know, but it's just my way of telling you I'm glad you're here and that I appreciate your company.

There have been times--particularly this year--that I've thought about quitting.

The only reason I don't is you.

If we're all still standing in 2013, we'll try this again, lol.

God bless you. And for a special few--thank you.

Jonny

[MagUSNRET]

(I’m special!) :-) And so are YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!

[colorcountry]

Thanks, Jonny.

I watch the show Mountain Time, so I never comment. But as soon as the show was over each week, I’d run to my computer to see what you all had to say. Quite often my sentiments were mirrored here.

I appreciated the bi-weekly pings.

[TheConservativeParty]

Thanks for hosting the thread!
I just read the last few hundred comments and I LOL’ed on every page.

Like others, I was horrified by Chaka’s outfit and her screaming. More screaming from that Holliday woman. E-gads that was frightening. More screaming from Mantasia.

I was away from the TV when the Freeper described Fantasia-Mantasia duet was apparently on? Too bad I missed that!

The ending, with Phillip...that was priceless. What a sweetie pie. I am so glad he won. I voted for him, several times...kind of like the dems do in real elections. Vote early and often.

I gather from the comments here that Phillip is ill?

Can someone fill me in on this?

Loved all your comments on the thread, ALL!

You’re all very funny!

[Miss Didi]

What a lovely post, Jonny, and now I’m bawling. This thread is the best part of the week for so many of us. I am not able to follow in real time due to work conflicts but there were so many times that I’d start peeking at the thread on my phone en route to home cracking up in a cab or on the bus at your hysterical comments. You are all a very special bunch—witty and warm—and I’m so glad to call you FRiends. As always a special thank you to you, Jonny, for making it all happen year after year. Keep in touch, all. xxx

[Fishtalk]

How sweet.

I can’t tell you how much I like your pics, how you summarize with the song and original singer, your icon of your reaction to it, your summary of the judge’s remarks.

This is a terrific way to run a thread and my gratitude is bottomless.

[peggybac]

Damn, Jon, no tears tonight until I read your post.

[freedumb2003]

>>God bless you. And for a special few—thank you.<<

That is very kind of you Jonny. IMHO it is WE who are blessed by your hosting these threads year over year. You possess a unique sense of humor and style that, if there was a “Host with the most AI” you would win hands down.

I hope you keep doing it but I think we all understand how difficult it is to keep it up for lo these many years. Your reputation will remain sterling and burnished no matter your decision next season.

You and the people on this thread made me a better person (and I ain’t joking about that!)

Bless you my friend. May God watch you and keep you and yours.

(*dang it I made myself tear up!!!*)

[Captain Beyond]

Jonny my man thank you for hosting such a wonderful fun thread. It is a real get away from the grind of politics. I appericate your wit and I will always have your back on these threads. Thanks for hanging in there and not quiting when jerks showed up. 8-)

Aerosmith - Sweet Emotion (sums you and this thread up for me)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D0EpGrvDXDM

Here is a coupel of killer live versions and the ladies can see that Steven can shake his butt much better than Jlo. LOL
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dOeWB9kueCg

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yEa1K7-VWfA

Enjoy and see you 2013 season XII

[mplsconservative]

Hey Jonny!

I’ve only been able to lurk much on this thread, but lurk, I do!

Thanks for hosting. It wouldn’t be the same without you and the gang here. I VERY much appreciate you and the rest of the Snark Tank with a hat tip to Mags!

Love you AI sorts and am glad for P2. The guy has humility and loves his family.

[skateman]

Thanks so much jonny!

[Shelayne]

Oh, Jonny, you are just too dear for words.

I think we all enjoy the snark, the belly laughs, and watching someone shine--and touching moments like P2 had tonight. This is such a welcome respite from the suckiness of the world, especially with Bobo the clown and his flying monkeys holding the reins. God willing, things will change.

In the meantime, have a wonderful summer. Stay safe, healthy, and the lovely man you are!

The Lord bless you
and keep you;
the Lord make his face shine on you
and be gracious to you;
the Lord turn his face toward you
and give you peace.

Numbers 6:24-26 (NIV)

God be with you ALL!

(((GROUP HUG)))

[etabeta]

THANK YOU, for hosting again this season. If it weren’t for this thread, we would have given up on AI forever.

God bless and see you next season (from a lurker)

[retrokitten]

Bless you, sweetie. I'm a little more sad then I thought I would be about the season ending, because I will miss everyone.

I was looking for the perfect gif to add and couldn't decide, so I went with a funny jpeg.

[Timeout]

Another lurker to tell you how much we enjoy the thread and thank you for bringing it to us every week! I rarely post anything, but I do read the entire thread.

I liked P2 from the beginning. Last night he vindicated all my votes for him. What a swell guy.

See ya next year!

[Aurorales]

From the bottom of my heart I want to say thank you!

This AI thread is the most enjoyable, funny, and entertaining thread on FReeRepublic.

See you all next season!

[stylecouncilor]

Love you, FRiend!!

[big'ol_freeper]

Hey Jonny thanks for everything. We really enjoy you and everyone on the thread every year. Lil and I were not on much this year because she is away for six weeks and I’ve been recording it so we can watch together when she gets back. God bless!

[Yaelle]

<3 Jonny.

It always made me feel special when you said hi to me. Never give up. This gives joy to a lot of people. Thank you for being you.

[twin2]

jonny!

Once again this thread makes the whole AI experience worthwhile. Your talent in hosting it is amazing. You know when the lurkers voice their praise, you have a great thread:)

We may still hit 10,000 posts, and I really feel this could be my year to win it all!

I was watching the finale with two musician friends who have never watched AI before....

them: "who's going to win?"

me: "the white guy with the guitar"

them: "why?"

me: "the white guy with the guitar always wins"

I read them some of our snarky comments and we cracked up. Getting together on this thread these last few years has been a joy, a distraction, and a beautiful escape.

Thanks again for a wonderful AI year:)