In many ways, it seems so much longer than 7 years since he last made some arsey comment about newbies, complained about the workings of the 'new' forum or tormented us all with details of his next cruise. On the other hand, it seems only a blink of an eye since we were all reassuring each other that the fat lady was still locked in the cellar and the next trial drug was going to the miracle he (and others to come after him) needed.
I miss you, my friend x