Jeff Thomas
New member
Friends,
This weekend I finished my first NRA Instructor certification courses (Basic Pistol, and Personal Protection). And, I can't help but get a little emotional here ... this seems like a good time to say what is in my heart.
In late 1998 I became concerned about the municipal lawsuits against the gun manufacturers. While I had a basic belief in the RKBA, I didn't really know squat about the right, or about firearms. But, I decided to begin learning, because the political winds appeared to be changing direction, and ... it sounded like BS. I was concerned for my country, and for my children.
Somehow, I found TFL. And, it became my interactive encyclopedia for firearms and the RKBA. Everytime ... everytime I have a question about the RKBA or firearms, I've always found good guidance here. We've had some spirited debates, and I've learned many persuasive arguments from many of you. I'm sure I've offended some folks as well, and for that I apologize ... my passions can sometimes get the better of me.
Late last year I left a management position with a company I'd been with for 11 years. Saw it coming, and had a soft landing. In the next month or so I'll likely begin a new position / business. When that happens, I'll be around TFL much less often. I will miss it here.
In my time at TFL, I've received guidance and friendship from many of you. Sadly, some of people I corresponded with here on TFL have even passed on in this time ... they made TFL a better place for their time here. They gave many others the benefits of their experience, because of TFL.
So, I've come a long ways in the last, nearly 2 years, because of you. Made a lot of friends here, many of whom I've never met face to face. And, I want to say thank you for your kind assistance, and cordial friendship. One thing that has greatly impressed me about firearms and the RKBA ... you folks are the salt of the earth.
I could not have learned what I've learned, and helped the RKBA as I now do without all of your kind counsel.
Rich, Harry, Walt, Oleg, Mel, Erick, Gary, Schmit, Art, Gizmo, George, Tony, Bill, Scott, George S., Paul, Dennis, Coinneach, Long Path, DC, TheBluesMan, LawDog, and Harley ... thank you. And, Rich, no matter what you've done in life already, nor what else you do in the future ... TFL has been one of your greatest contributions to your fellow man. You deserve to be very proud.
Take care. Live and let live. Regards from AZ
This weekend I finished my first NRA Instructor certification courses (Basic Pistol, and Personal Protection). And, I can't help but get a little emotional here ... this seems like a good time to say what is in my heart.
In late 1998 I became concerned about the municipal lawsuits against the gun manufacturers. While I had a basic belief in the RKBA, I didn't really know squat about the right, or about firearms. But, I decided to begin learning, because the political winds appeared to be changing direction, and ... it sounded like BS. I was concerned for my country, and for my children.
Somehow, I found TFL. And, it became my interactive encyclopedia for firearms and the RKBA. Everytime ... everytime I have a question about the RKBA or firearms, I've always found good guidance here. We've had some spirited debates, and I've learned many persuasive arguments from many of you. I'm sure I've offended some folks as well, and for that I apologize ... my passions can sometimes get the better of me.
Late last year I left a management position with a company I'd been with for 11 years. Saw it coming, and had a soft landing. In the next month or so I'll likely begin a new position / business. When that happens, I'll be around TFL much less often. I will miss it here.
In my time at TFL, I've received guidance and friendship from many of you. Sadly, some of people I corresponded with here on TFL have even passed on in this time ... they made TFL a better place for their time here. They gave many others the benefits of their experience, because of TFL.
So, I've come a long ways in the last, nearly 2 years, because of you. Made a lot of friends here, many of whom I've never met face to face. And, I want to say thank you for your kind assistance, and cordial friendship. One thing that has greatly impressed me about firearms and the RKBA ... you folks are the salt of the earth.
I could not have learned what I've learned, and helped the RKBA as I now do without all of your kind counsel.
Rich, Harry, Walt, Oleg, Mel, Erick, Gary, Schmit, Art, Gizmo, George, Tony, Bill, Scott, George S., Paul, Dennis, Coinneach, Long Path, DC, TheBluesMan, LawDog, and Harley ... thank you. And, Rich, no matter what you've done in life already, nor what else you do in the future ... TFL has been one of your greatest contributions to your fellow man. You deserve to be very proud.
Take care. Live and let live. Regards from AZ
Best wishes to you.