#9 I am thankful for the amount of birthday wishes that I received one week ago today, from numerous people that I had never even met.The beauty of it is that they meant it. Heck, some of you even sent me gifts for my birthday,and you guys really touched my heart with all of the kind words and support you have shown.I am also thankful to be able to reach out to those of you who need a genuine friend, not just someone that uses you for what you can do/give them , and then all of a sudden- something comes up and you rarely hear from them at all.I promise all of you that I am not a shallow or selfish person. I am humble and very loyal to friends that I have the privilege of becoming close to. THANKS GUYS AND GALS.......Richie.