I'm a lucky and fortunate guy! I readily admit and acknowledge that. Let me give you a prime example of what I'm referring to. I've got a buddy named Chris. I've written about him on this site a few times and included some pictures of him on social media so maybe you've seen or read about him before. He's a very thoughtful and generous guy.
One day, while attending a local fair/festival, he ran across a gentleman that was making chainsaw carvings. The gentleman was taking requests and Chris asked if he could create a largemouth bass. The way I heard the story was that the guy was somewhat taken aback. It seems that he had never be given that request before. He excitedly accepted the challenge and got to work. Towards the end of the fair/festival that evening, he auctioned off his work and wouldn't you know it that Chris had the winning bid. He told me that the bass was coming home with him and that the cost didn't really matter. He told me all of this after he gave me the statue.
Shock is not a strong enough word to describe my reaction to Chris giving me this extremely lavish gift. I honestly wasn't able to comprehend what my friend was bestowing upon me. When it eventually set in that this was not a joke or prank, I was overwhelmed with emotion. My friend had given me something that he knew I would appreciate and enjoy for many, many years. I cannot tell Chris thank you enough. I will attempt to pay him back one day but I highly doubt that I will be able to reach the height of the bar that has been set!
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