[EggsAckley]

Now you went and did it; you got me tearing up again. What a gift Chris has given us here. And you guys are the furthest things from imaginary friends. You're almost better than my real friends. Where I live it's hard to find intelligent and informed people who are willing to listen to both sides. Too many lefites here. That's one of the things that Chris and I had in common, and talked about frequently. FreeRepublic gave Chris an immesurable amount of companionship and today he's returning it to us. God IS great!

[EggsAckley]

I meant "too many lefties here in my hometown."

[sarasmom]

I am so very sorry for him, his family and all of his friends.
Prayers sent to God to grant support and comfort to everyone who knew him.

[katnip]

Where I live it's hard to find intelligent and informed people who are willing to listen to both sides. Too many lefites here.

I'll join your lament. I live in NY.

[proud American in Canada]

"My husband often makes fun of my addiction to Free Republic and calls you all my "imaginary friends"

Okay... I'm so glad you brought this up. I didn't want to mention the "evil eye" I've been getting from my husband. but since the topic has been raised, I'll admit: I am in a lot of trouble for being on the computer and for not having dinner prepared b/c of my computer time... blah blah blah!

Tell your husband that if Chris were an "imaginary friend," would we all still be freeping with him? I think not. :)

No... FR is a big place but friendships made here are real, and freepers being what they are, acquaintanceships are important too.

[jwalsh07]

God bless and keep Chris close.

Always liked that name he came up with.