Taking a leave of absence from the hobby and MFCA

[WEIRDWOLF]

I have been gone all weekend and knew about Matt's decision just before we left. This is my first opportunity to respond.

Matt is first and foremost a great friend! He is, as Al so clearly stated, the glue that has held this association together. He is in a tough place in his life and all though I do not pray, I hope that those of you who do will keep him in your prayers. I think about him often and having been in his situation know what he is going through. He is making the best choice for himself right now and I support this completely and without question. I also know that there will be a day when he returns and when he does it will be in a stronger and better position.

The MFCA will forge on but Matt's skills will be dearly missed. It absolutely will be a hole that needs to be filled by someone and the Board will be looking for people with similar skills that Matt possessed, to fill in.

Matt knows how I feel so I won't make this any longer...Matt, get through it, take the time you need and we will continue to visit. You always have a listening ear from me!