Well, there are surely a lot of people here whom are quite cool and friendly. I do what I can here because I love it here. I even try to mostly be unbiased and supportive with the sports discussions. I even make mention to GTPlaneteers' favorite teams and players (at least the ones I know of immediately). Discussing the Gran Turismo series and other games are done by me with kindness and respect. I also am honest with my words. Most of all, I even try to be kind and encouraging for when people have expressed tough times in their lives. I at least want to offer the impression that I care. Most people even don't take compliments or anything too well, so when I offer some kind thoughts, I am not sure if I am appreciated for it or if it all gets passed along like it's nothing. Even people whom had a problem with me or those who I've had problems with, I honestly don't hate anybody. Even the "Depression Thread" I set up long ago made me further appreciate that we are a community and that we help each other like our own extended international families. People don't want to go into sharing such personal business online and our own transgressions, but I look at these as opportunities to offer encouragement to others and to prove myself as a caring person. Words alone will not reverse wrongs or solve problems. However, when you're down, anything to offer hope even for comical problems is a worthy investment.
All in all, I am honored to be nominated for "Friendliest Member." I can be a bit on the crazy and playful side, but I really do love being on GTPlanet and to be fortunate to come across many wonderful people worldwide. I am mostly honest in all I say and do. I may not partake in many of the different activities here on GTP, but I do love coming here just about every day to reconnect with my worldwide family. Most of all, I am rather surprised that my efforts have led to someone actually nominating me for this award.
What a surprise, what an honor it is to be nominated for something like this.
