Dear Fellow Dark Shadows Fans,
December 31, 2003 is a landmark date in that it signifies, for many of us, the fifth year in which we have been posting messages on the Dark Shadows Forums.
During that time, I have always been impressed by the unfailing cordiality that the members of the Dark Shadows Forums have accorded to one another. Of course, the level of discourse has been one of great civility and respect for the other person's point of view.
It is truly remarkable that what began as a lifelong affection for a television program we watched as young kids over thirty years ago, has evolved into long-standing friendships for many of us via the internet. The debt of gratitude we all owe to Midnite and the Mysterious Benefactor for providing us with this exceptional forum is, indeed, incalculable.
So, as the Irish are wont to express it, I would like to wish "Athbhliain Faoi Mhaise Dhut!" ("A Prosperous New Year!") to: Birdie, Blue Whale Barfly, Cassandra, Castlebee, Ringo Collins, Gerard, Annie Holic, Jennifer, Julia99, Dr. Eric Lang, Luciaphil, Minja, Patti, Mark Rainey, Raineypark, Craig Slocum, Prof. Stokes, Robin V, and of course, VAM.
And, as my own late grandfather used to say at this time of year: "Slainte Chugat!" ("Good Health To You All!").
Sincerely,
Bob the Bartender
