Folks,
Ahhh...I see that Sandman beat me to it....LOL
Just talked to Sandman/Dennis via PM a few minutes ago. He said he is recovering....trying to use the computer that is in his room. He said he has the use of his right arm and leg back now, but needs strength training for a few days. He hopes that nobody thinks he is ignoring them.
Ya can't get much better than the legendary Sandman.
Dennis, I know that you know this, but I've got to say it anyway. We miss you...we need you....we care for you.............our thoughts and prayers are for you and your healing............so pls get better, ok?
I hope Dennis doesn't mind me doing this, but when I joined TNET last year, I watched as members would ask questions....and other members would offer advice. One of those individuals who gave freely of their experience and knowledge was Sandman. I sent a PM to him expressing my thanks, and he sent me a response PM. I kept that PM. In part, here is what it said:
"I was a Quartermaster in the Navy aboard USS Tidewater AD-31 for only six years. I was a fisherman back then and being 60 ft. off the water pulled at my soul. First day I got discharged I went fishing. When I took up metal detecting there was no one to teach. We made our own mistakes. I am 65 and been through the the health thing lately. That is why I am unable to continue hitting the east coast in my van like in years past. I hope to continue to offer my two cents for who ever thinks they need it."
Folks, keep Sandman in your thoughts and prayers. He has freely given of his advice and experience, and we are better off because of it.
Your friend,
Mel
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