Jim — just found this site, and am thrilled by it. I know so many people must tell you how enthralled they were by your wrestling persona, it must get tiresome, but pelase add me to that list. I grew up in New York in the 1960s and 1970s, andhave such incredible memories of the wrestling at Madison Square Garden, and sharing that with my late father.

He told me of the “old days” of wrestling, of Jim Londson, and Carpentier, and Buddy Rogers and Gorgeous George. He made me understand that what he and I were watching was the next generation of wrestling superstars, all of whom, heel or babyface, would stay in our hearts and memories forever. Amazingly, some 40 years later, I can say that he was right, in every aspect.

I know you face some challenges; in some way, we all do. I always knew that, under that unique wrestling facade, there beat the heart of a wise, intelligent, careful, creative man working his rear end off to entertain us all. I am so pleased to be able to say that to you, but I know you hear it a lot! And well deserved.

I and my friends are fans of the Washington Nationals, whose spring training home is in Viera, very close to you (I think). I do not know if it would ever be possible to meet you, but if I could, it would be a honor and pleasure for me.

Take care and God bless!!