i'd like to make a final point on a related subject. as a EMC team member, i got to spend some time talking with the other team members. some more than others. as a group, we got it done. not once did anyone ever lay blame to bad parts, or more importantly to any individual for finishing where we did. everyone was supportive, but yet honest. i feel like i made some friends while participating in that endeavor. i also feel like i began to understand just a little better what makes these guy's tick. i have the utmost respect for all involved. each one displayed nothing but top notch professionalism and fortitude to get the job done. my hat's off to all of you. that is just a personal thank you because i felt i owed it to you. you all worked your butts off to get it done

i've been berated by much better people than you know who, LOL . but i will say this. he who laughs last, laughs best, and you know what. i'm now laughing