Hi guys, I don't post much but have really enjoyed this site and have learned a lot from you guys over the years. Thanks! I do have an interest on this post. I am a proud owner of a few of Jim's rods. I say "proud" because of the performance, quality workmanship and care he puts in his rods. I will continue to fish them with pride, the way he built them. Sometimes things don't work out the way we hope for all kinds of reasons. I don't know about you guys, but for me people aren't disposable. It seems to me if we can help with a positive attitude and a little support instead of a bunch of ragging on stuff we really don't know the whole story on, that might be a good thing. Screwing up is easy. Picking up the pieces and moving on sometimes is not. When I think of Jim, it brings fond memories of a good guy who has a lot to offer to our sport and interests. I would love to see him back and successful.