About the folks on this site.

[bdskelly]

It was a tough week folks.  My Monday started in Memphis and my return was from New York City on Friday night at 9pm.  Not complaining...  Not looking for sympathy. here...  We all work hard.  But I'll admit I was beat. Yes, it is getting to be a younger mans job... Whew

I get home late and check my mail. My lovely wife says " Looks like your internet buddy Kevin sent you a Care Package". I open the box and see 3 well packed mason jars of goodness. My exhaustion monetarily subsides. Mr. Grouch leaves the room.  ...And I smile. 

I write this as testament about what a wonderful and glorious unique site SMF is . Not only has it made me a better cook ( outdoor and indoor) but the friends acquired along the way are truly priceless.

In my work situation I live out of a suitcase. SMF is my grounding while alone in a hotel room at God knows where... 

So Kev (foamheart)...  A special thank you for what you did and who you are. Great guy... I'm blessed to know you. 

And John, Case, Adam, Stan, Disco, Mark, Justin , David, Cranky and Corvette David....  Thanks for keeping me company..

This place is more than barbecue. 

Thanks all.

Brian

 

[pc farmer]

Wow. Hoping next week is better.

Your right. Great members

 

[joe black]

I have really enjoyed this site for the short time that I have been here. I will know that I have arrived when I am able to know those names instead of just the signatures. Thanks to everyone for allowing me to be a part of this wonderful family. Joe

 

[crankybuzzard]

I have to agree 100%! I love this place and appreciate (most) all of the people here!

For close to 2 hours on and off tonight I texted with a member here. I'll leave him nameless, but we've gotten to know each other over the last year or so because of this place! We plan to meet up next time I'm in Tenn.

As for the travel, I travel about 25% for my job and I too have spent many a night dreaming of eating the BBQ a lot of you have posted!

 

[tropics]

Brian I totally agree the people here are more like family 

Richie

 

[seenred]

Hey Brian, nice story, my friend...thanks for sharing it!  Awful nice of Kevin to do something to brighten your week.  

 

As far as these forums go, I couldn't agree more!  I've surfed around quite a few other forums, and IMHO none of them come close to the sense of family and close friends found here at SMF.  Pretty awesome and amazing when you consider how large our membership is.

Red

 

[floridasteve]

I agree. Great place -- greater people.
:points:
For reminding us not to take things for granted.

 

[daveomak]

What a great surprise package... Kevin is ACES !!!!!

 

[ak1]

This place & the people are absolutely wonderful.

 

[cats49er]

I have really enjoyed this site for the short time that I have been here. I will know that I have arrived when I am able to know those names instead of just the signatures. Thanks to everyone for allowing me to be a part of this wonderful family. Joe

My feelings also

 

[smokesontuesday]

This is one of the better communities I've run into online regardless of what the forum is about. Just an awesome, awesome place to hang out on the internet. Thank you everyone for making it that way.

 

[noboundaries]

Starting with Brian, what an amazing tribute to SMF and the people who give it heart!  I'll jump on the agreement bandwagon and play the same tune.  SMF is my online social connection to the activity that is my true mental escape; smoking, grilling, cooking, and because of SMF, bread and pizza baking!  It is the people here that help you feel like you are always invited with open arms, unconditionally, into their backyards to share in something we all love to do.  Thank you all for continuously sharing the best part of yourselves. The smiles behind the pictures and stories are evident in every keystroke.      

 

[driedstick]

Yep great place and people too!!! I lurk around another smokin sites and boy this one beats them hands down. Great job guys and gals!!!!!

A full smoker is a happy smoker with a happy community to share it with!!

DS

 

[bmudd14474]

Thats why we love this place.

:sausage:

 

[dirtsailor2003]

Hey Brian, welcome back home! This is a great place and I've really enjoyed it here. I miss a few members that have disappeared and wish they'd come back.

Now about that work thing, I hope you get to grab a cold one and smoke something up before the weekend is over!

 

[Rafter H BBQ]

Well said Brian ! Hopefully you've had time for a little R&R and TBS ! I've had the opportunity to meet some of the best folks across the country & abroad that I consider friends ! This is my socialization on the net & have enjoyed it very much, the fam like atmosphere & comradery are second to none IMO !

 

[gary s]

Sorry I'm so late.  I feel for you When I was younger I did the same thing, couldn't do it anymore. It's funny how you look forward to logging on to this great site and sharing and talking to friends all over the world. And really makes you day when you get home from a rough week and gave a care package waiting .   Nice post thank's for sharing 

Gary

 

[bdskelly]

Hey Brian, welcome back home! This is a great place and I've really enjoyed it here. I miss a few members that have disappeared and wish they'd come back.

Now about that work thing, I hope you get to grab a cold one and smoke something up before the weekend is over!

Thanks Case. In fact. I do have a cold one in hand and a chicken on the mini!

Brian 

 

[bdskelly]

Well said Brian ! Hopefully you've had time for a little R&R and TBS ! I've had the opportunity to meet some of the best folks across the country & abroad that I consider friends ! This is my socialization on the net & have enjoyed it very much, the fam like atmosphere & comradery are second to none IMO !

Well said Justin. 

 

[dirtsailor2003]

As do I!