I got to go back east....

Ben,

There's fishing back east too ya know.
I have a feeling that after not too long you will be headed back out this way.
Until then, travel well my friend and may all the gods smile upon you.
And never, ever, forget the Tiki Bar. 
Cheers!

I'm having some kind of separation anxiety at the moment hearing one of our brother leaving us. Sorry for the selfishness on my part but sure glad that you
will be with your folks. I know that both of them will appreciate your presence Ben.
Of all the times I've been around you, you have been nothing but a good friend. We will surely miss you bro. I want one of your paintings as well too. Please make
sure to set one aside for me. It will mean a lot.

Jedmo

We've had some great times Ben.  Looks like i'm going to have to check into the Red Barn to get a hug before you ride. Love you Brother........

+1 on that , better order a shirt, those are Kool!!!

Damm ya Old Ben'ner!!!  Understand though, thats' a big one... Got ta put family first...  this family is always here waiting and unconditional...

  Ya got ta make kelsey now!!!

Good Luck, Ben!

There are fish back east, and there is the NCKA, so you won't be really gone.

For me, I have a personal reminder............a Guitarzan original graces my living room wall!

BEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I love you man 

Ben Great to see you giving back to the one's that gave you life. Mothers go thru so much I'm sure your Mom was a wreck worrying about you and your adventures. You are never going to regret this decision and it will be the most rewarding thing you will ever do. Give your Mom a hug for me and thank her for lending you to us for awhile. You will be missed here especially around the campfire I will think of you and your Family everytime I see one. We have had a lot of great adventures and I'm sure there are more to come (East Coast F&C) ?

                                                                                                                                                                              Good Luck and God Speed   Mickfish

Ben Great to see you giving back to the one's that gave you life. Mothers go thru so much I'm sure your Mom was a wreck worrying about you and your adventures. You are never going to regret this decision and it will be the most rewarding thing you will ever do. Give your Mom a hug for me and thank her for lending you to us for awhile. You will be missed here especially around the campfire I will think of you and your Family everytime I see one. We have had a lot of great adventures and I'm sure there are more to come (East Coast F&C) ?

                                                                                                                                                                              Good Luck and God Speed   Mickfish

Oh man. Mike. Thats just what I feel. Remember when Ben brought us all hot dogs at Lake Sonoma? On the water!

Ben Im not ashamed to say that I love you too. You are the epitome of a graceful happy go, lucky man if there ever was one. I have loved hearing your stories of your travels across this counrty. You are a person who gives in the most tender ways a human can. I kind of got something in my eye just now. You have been a friend to all of us here in so many ways. Your Mom is blessed to have a son who cares about her so deeply. I admire you and look forward to any time we can spend on the water before you part from us.

Ben, you are a wonderful storyteller and a great dude. I wish you and your family well brother.

family comes first, and i will miss you ben

I'm gonna miss you dude, your a good guy. Take care and come back to see all of us soon! And don't hesitate for a second to send me a PM if there is anything I can do for you. Ya know, if you get a craving for some local brew I can send a case your way. Take care buddy. See ya at RB2.

Jeff

I miss you already Ben (NCKA's Cliff Clavin) 

You're a good guy, but more importantly it sounds like you're doing what you believe needs to be done. I'm going to miss your humor and guitar licks. Stick some native-born stripers for us while you're there.

mc

No......!!! Ben you will be missed. I like many others enjoyed hearing of your many adventures and the music you brought to the campfire. Now slay some some of the big momma stripers and keep the porn feed coming.

-Brian G

  .....Your A good man Ben and even better freind! Im gonna miss you buddie! I still got you on FB though we will keep in touch! Hey there are alot of people who are gonna need A new paint job on there houses thanks to the hurricane!...We will see you before your off!

Ben,
Nice meeting and hanging with you at a couple of events. Wish you didn't have to go, but your'e doing the right thing. Thank God for my sister who takes care of my 92year old Mom, or I'd be back there with you. Where back east? I go back to So. Mass/RI on a regular basis, maybe a back east hookup for some stripahs.
Don't think I can make it to RB2, but I'll try.
Best wishes,Jim