Willie, I havn't always agreed with your opinions, but that doesn't mean that I don't respect them.
Our sport has always been based upon new ideas, opinions, and results. Wilthout the free thinkers we would all be running what the latest car or bike magazines tell us is the latest hot shit.
I hope that you realize that the criticism we give each other is at most a gentle prod in the side to spur each of us towards our own goals.
Having never met you, I forsee you as a man who is not afraid to speak his opinions, whether they may be popular or wise, who is not ready or willing to bow to the masses, and is here to kick ass and take names.
Having said that, I wish you the very best, and remind you that there is no better place to spend your remaining time on this earth, whether short or long, entertaining the rest of us mortals with your wit, wisdom, and irreverance for those who attempt to rule us.
Get well, kick ass, and know all of us want and need you on this site.................... Bob