At least in this part of the world, now is the time to be thankful for family and friends. And, lots of the holiday feeling is generated along with religious convictions and traditions.

Thing is, some of the people I'm closest to and most thankful for are Buddhists (Taike and family-my newest acquaintence is a Monk), and one of the very closest people on the Zone is not a person with conventional Christian beliefs.

All of this leads to my sincere appreciation for you folks, regardless of time of year, religious orientation or location.

Wouldn't it be great to enjoy the feeling we have at Christmas all year long and to share that feeling unilaterally?


Best personal wishes to all!


Russ

[This message has been edited by captain Russ (edited 12-18-2009).]