Gary called about an hour ago from the hospital. He has been there for 4 days and is scheduled for pretty risky surgery in the morning.

I have enjoyed our weekly phone calls. I DEEPLY regret that we didn't really connect until I put together a plaque for him acknowledging the help he has been to so many over the years.

Thing is, Gary and I are as different on all levels as two guys can be.
But he is a MAJOR friend, who thinks my ideas, music and attitude are crap.

Guess what? He loves me anyway. And I certainly do him as well.

Please, whatever your personal beliefs, send your very best thoughts and wishes.

Got my fingers and everything else crossed for a recovery.

Russ