Tomo, I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your dear pet. I am glad that you came online and shared your feelings with us. That you would put yourself out there on these forums shows how much care and respect you have for this community.
Those of us that know you know this already, nor was it ever a doubt in our minds. However, what I am MOST sorry for is that you had to endure the hurtful diatribe of an *******. I want you to know from the bottom of my heart that you do not deserve that.
I apologise in advance for the forthcoming rant, but it needs to be said. Steelmb and his ilk on these boards need to know what TDIclub means for many of us.
For many members on the Forums, this is not just a club, and in many ways more than just a community. This is a family for many of us. I consider many in this club, Tomo included, to be family in many ways. I have been a member here for eight years now. When I think about it, it really is awe inducing at times. That I met this great group of people on the internet, who are there for me at the drop of a hat, standing by me when I need them most, always non-judgemental, through thick and thin is really a blessing. (And I am not a religious person by any means.) It reaffirms my faith in humanity as a whole. I want to take the time now to say thank you for this blessing.
Tomo, we love you and care about you and want to be there for you when you feel like you need someone, car related or otherwise.
In closing, I want to say thank you to all the members of this club who have helped me, been there for me, and simply made my life a little easier. I only hope I can be there to return the favour when it's needed.