I was very sad to hear of Bruce's illness, but deeply moved and... happy reading about his strong and beautiful attitude.
I was also amazed to discover the sense of community that has developed in this online forum. Yes, as others noted, we are a big family. We know one another very little, and yet through sharing--of images, passions, equipment-fetishisms, ideas--we are connected with one another. I underestimated the power of this connectedness.
As it happens with farewells, there is a need to say much more than can be said--a need to say something that our flowers express best.
Farewell, Bruce! Thank you for your presence and contributions to the forums.