... but it sure made me happy!
During my run of stress and strife lately, Ive been talking with our beloved MTuccelli a good deal. Everyone here is well aware of what a stand-up and kickass BOTL Mike is - but what you may NOT know is that Mike is a very devout man of Christ. He has spent a good deal of time over the last couple weeks alone counseling me and ministering to me, and his guidance and advice over that time has been one of the things keeping me from coming apart at the seams quite frankly.
It has been a revelation and a comfort to know that along with being Brothers of The Leaf, Mike and I are also Brothers in the Holy Spirit as well. Mike has held me up at times when I could no longer stand alone, and Ive felt safe in his brotherly embrace.
Then he goes and does this...

Ive heard the old addage "Spare the rod, spoil the child" before, but sheesh! Im not sure how The Lord feels about a good ol fashioned sucker punch BOTL style, but Ive got a feeling He was chuckling while he was looking down and seeing me left in this condition...

I honestly believe The Lord will forgive you for this Mike. Hopefully He will be as forgiving of the retaliation as well. ;-)
Thanks for the TRULY great cigars brother. They are much appreciated sir, but not NEARLY as much as the guidance and support you continue to provide.