"rb608" wrote in message
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Most of the holiday preparations are complete here, and I've a few
minutes before being dragged to my semi-annual church appearance; so I
thought I'd log in and offer a sincere, no jokes, no video, holiday
wish of good cheer to the men of ROFF.

I lost a friend a few days ago, a PTSD-induced suicide of a pretty
good guy who just couldn't adjust after his third or fourth middle
east tour. As with you guys, I considered him a friend, but didn't
see him regularly or often. I'd have liked to wished him a Merry
Christmas this year.

So you guys will have to do. As my other irregular friends, I hope
you remain happy and healthy. I'll continue to visit when I can.

A merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night.

Joe F.

Yeah....I know...I've raised my glass....and drank heartily...

john