Quote Originally Posted by tlranger
I would definitely have ageed (ten years ago), but now with half a heart, still its nice to see!!
Well, tlranger my friend, you are definitely a wise, strong, and caring man! My Grandpa George endured two separate cardiac bypasses - both 10-20 years ago. He also suffered (yet lived) through bouts (and chemo treatment) of prostate, colon, and lung cancers from that time until about 8 months ago, when he succumbed to the diseases (and the treatment, which he always felt made him much weaker than the disease itself). Grandpa George drove me to become an Eagle Scout, which I would NOT have become without him. He also drove me to become an athlete, which helped me afford college with the help of a scholarship. He taught me to cook initially, which led me to pursue cooking school after I realized my original college plans were not what I was really looking for.

SO, tlranger - although I have gone off on a personal tangent that is not even located in my own grow log, I want you to know that your knowledge, wisdom, know-how, and friendly banter are ALL much appreciated and comforting! I am only speaking for myself, but I imagine other n00b farmers like myself feel the anxiety at various times of stress - when us n00bies have a question/concern, your friendly words of wisdom are very welcome. Just knowing your background and reading your stories and experiences makes me feel like I literally have a farmer holding my hand through my problems, and it takes away so much worry and anxiety. Even if the suggestions are not always used, it is comforting to have someone with a lot of experience offering suggestions. I can't imagine the help we need getting much better than friendly advice from you, Weezard, catbuds, and ALL the other knowledgable growers (SO SORRY if I didn't mention anyone else specifically by name but I love you all for your willingness to help)!

So keep taking care of that heart so you can continue to healthily share your wisdom with us