Sensei Tom, you were early out of the gate (of course) in welcome and encouragement, suggesting that my nascent whiskers reminded you of yours. I didn't really quite know how to react, at the time. But in the ensuing year--my yeard(ish)--I've come to recognize your prescience. I'll be a paler version, no doubt, but I'm thrilled to be on your road.

But I won't start knitting. I do have limits

LPR