How a guy I’ve met only from a distance, sort of pen pals I suppose, can become such a good, trustworthy friend, is a new experience for me. Your words of advice and encouragement are more meaningful than I can adequately express. I keep thinking I’d like to give back, but that sort of thing does not apply to friends. Besides, what you give is beyond “trade” value.
I am reduced to simply saying
Thank you. I know you know what I mean.
Rip