To one of the all-time greats in this hobby:
Thank you for all you do for everybody in pinball and on Pinside. For being such a great friend to all who meet you (as well as to your best buddy, Prada). For all the awesome mugs we've collected from you at shows. For all the advice and help you give people with game-related issues.
And on a personal note, THANK YOU for giving me the confidence to get under the hood and fix my own problems. Your patience with and confidence in me is the reason I'm still in this hobby and I'll never forget it. (Although some may be disappointed with you for that...)
Happy Birthday, Lloyd! May you have many more and continue to be a positive influence on this forum and in the hobby.