I feel about the same way. I know a few out there that hasn't had the chance to "shake the mans hand" but are WAY bigger Hogs than I.
Take mercmaster for example, he's way out west and is very busy in the boating industry while Blade is going on. Does that not make him(and others) as big or a bigger Hog than many that have "shook the mans hand" ?
Heck NO, he (and others) are way bigger Hogs than I and many others that have made it to Blade...."shaking the mans hand" doesn't have one thing to do with being a Hog. If Jerry says your a Hog and you feel like a Hog, then your a Hog.
The induction dinner is a GREAT time and it is nice to shake Jerry's hand. I hope all Hogs get the chance one day...but if you don't your still a Hog.
BTW- Alex, that was hilarious!!!