QUOTE (Shadow106 @ November 4th 2009 8:03 PM)

I've been far___g around the net for more than a decade, and I've probably withdrawn from as many on-line places like this as anyone. AR-15 members, however, truly make me warm & fuzzy sometimes, when all the rants, opinion battles, etc., are set aside for a time, so that everyone can respond to one of us that truly needs a "hands up". Kinda like an equipment check on the way into a hot DZ. I've said this before and I know it sounds corny (that word dates the hell outta me), but I'm glad I'm here, and I'm proud to be part of the gang. Great people, all!
I know that in a way you are referring to my thread. I also know that had that thread been posted on Barfcom, I would have probably received no support or help, just a bunch of name calling and bashing. In the years that I have been here, I have learned that this is a group of special people. The board is small enough for us to actually communicate and get to know each other. Rampy and Sarge can both be curmudgeons at times, but I do respect the both of them. Each of them (and a few others) have PM'd me to offer their support. I wanted all of you to know that. No matter what may happen in a "regular" thread as far a differences of opinion or things like that, we are a family here. This is by far the finest board on the net with the greatest bunch og guys and gals. I am proud and grateful to be a member here and thankful for each and every one of you.