I came upon XyWrite in 1986 and have used it ever since. I recall vividly the sheer joy of reading the posts from the old bulletin board in '87, '88 and later that opened great worlds of Xycitement. Thanks Robert, You've been very generous and your work is much appreciated. -----Original Message----- From: Patricia M Godfrey [mailto:pmgodfrey@xxxxxxxx] Sent: Mon 1/12/2004 5:20 PM To: xywrite@xxxxxxxx Cc: Subject: Valediction On Sat. Jan. 10, 2004, Robert wrote. That is dire news for all XyWriters, though one cannot blame him after 15 years. But--without in any way belittling Carl's efforts or expertise--this list, and the whole XyWrite experience, will be the poorer without Robert's incisive posts. Not to mention the incredibly generous production of code at the drop of a hat when anyone posted a problem. Even if it was accompanied by a well-deserved flame, it was worth it. Heck, I'll miss the flames: it is a rare thing for me to have to consult the dictionary even if only to confirm that a word means what context and etymology seem to indicate it means. Robert, thank you. We shall miss you. Wæs hæil! Patricia≪winmail.dat≫