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redsparrow said:
I'd like to acknowledge and thank the wonderful people who gather together on this thing we affectionately call "The Porch". What a community, one like no other! Made possible by electronics it is a throw back to a different time. A time when people from diverse backgrounds could respectfully gather together and share in their common interest.

And share we do. Some are experts sharing from their vast knowledge and expertise. Others are supportive type folks who give of themselves even during difficult times. Some enjoy generously sharing from their collections and establishing lasting bonds. Some take beautiful photos that brighten our days. All are contributors that make the porch a wonderful place to hang while enjoying the camaraderie of like minded individuals. Thanks to you all this place exist.

There are a few here who exemplify all of those characteristics and reveal themselves as very special people... Paul Hillborn is one of those. A friend to us all Paul is a caring generous individual who gives from what he has asking nothing in return.

This past week I was favored to experience some of Paul's generosity. Paul had heard that my wife had confiscated my Leatherman Micra for her own use and contacted me asking if he could send a replacement. When the package arrived it contained not only a nice Micra but also a sweet Chestnut Bone Case Sodbuster Jr. I don't know how he knew that I've wanted a Sodbuster for years and Chestnut Bone would be my first choice. Not only that but this particular Sodbuster has received the "Hillborn Improvment Mod" giving it a very sharp and useful point while making it even more special to me.

Thank you Paul, I will try to pay it forward, -James

A couple of handy tools generously gifted by Paul Hillborn
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PS. If you'd like to add a thanks to someone or tell of what the "Porch" means to you please feel free to do so. May all enjoy a Special Memorial Day!!!
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VERY cool! Such generosity!
 
That's the porch!

Words just express the quality of the folks here. I know that I have been the recipient of generosity in the pas that blew my mind, so I'm not surprised.

Good on both of ya!!!!
 
The proch is great! I have seen and recierec the generosity first hand!!!

This place has helped me through a rough patch by just looking around at the generosity! I have kind of lost myself in some threads lately just looking at the great pictures as well!

This past week, close family friends' 17 year old daughter had died in a tragic car accident. Then my grandmother suffered a bad fall and broke her hip. She was not supposed to make it though the surgery. But she fought on and did!

It was just a stressful and crazy week. But coming here has definitely been a break from the norm. I'd just like to thank you all for the kindness and hospitality!!!
 
Paul is a gem !! The micra is a great tool. Last weekend picking blackberries I got two thorns in my thumb and finger that were super small. Right where I grip the steering wheel, so I pulled over and pulled out the trusty micra and its excellent tweezers and thought of you two :D and Jack.

Man o man what a great pair !! great idea on the mod Paul
 
tmd_87 said:
The proch is great! I have seen and recierec the generosity first hand!!!

This place has helped me through a rough patch by just looking around at the generosity! I have kind of lost myself in some threads lately just looking at the great pictures as well!

This past week, close family friends' 17 year old daughter had died in a tragic car accident. Then my grandmother suffered a bad fall and broke her hip. She was not supposed to make it though the surgery. But she fought on and did!

It was just a stressful and crazy week. But coming here has definitely been a break from the norm. I'd just like to thank you all for the kindness and hospitality!!!
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Sorry for your difficulties this week tdm. We just don't know how important we are to others until we read stories like this. Thanks for sharing.
 
ah yes, paulhilborn paulhilborn definitely a generous fella! I've had the privilege of meeting him during the last gec rendezvous and have witnessed his generosity first hand!

I'd like to thank @Jack Black who threw in a few extras with the shipping of my 2018 guardian knife!
 
GT is one of the greatest members we have here on the porch, he definitely belongs here, as does r8shell who is a great addition as well as Paulhilborn.

The porch truly is a great place, however I think I probably belong under it more than I do up top with everyone else :D:D
 
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