My Apologies...

John, as one of my most beloved, best-tipping customers (shhhh don't tell the others) and as one of my favorite moderators around here (better not tell the others that either), I'm very upset to read your post. Although I can certainly understand the reasoning behind it, I feel like a a big brother is moving far away and I won't be able to see him much anymore.

You've been a tremendous asset to this site and a major force behind all the good stuff that made it what it is today. You have no need to apologize for anything ... it's us who should all be apologizing to you for forcing this to happen.

We can be better. WE HAVE TO. Otherwise we'll be saying goodbye not only to a great moderator today, but soon to a beloved old friend too -- FABO as we know it.

I raise my glass and drink a toast to you ..... you've been great and I've enjoyed your company. Don't be a stranger! Keep in touch once in a while and give Amy a hug for me. You will be sorely missed around here.