Member for a few years not properly introduced

OK, so I have been a forum member for a few years and have not introduced myself. My name is Phil Rounsville 36 years old, play guitar...I am not famous, though I am to my Wife and 2 kids and I have a day job. Let's just say that playing the guitar helps me deal with life and everything it throws at you. I was introduced to Joe in 2003 with the Blues Deluxe album.  Since then, we have become good friends. I don't think there has been a day that has passed that he hasn't talked to me. Sometimes keeps me up late at night with his wild stories, and he likes to chat with me, most of the time in my car on the way to and from work. He tells me stories about his life, his relationships, his hardships, even events taking place around the world. He also talks to me through his guitar in a language I understand all to well, there aren't many who truly understand it, but sometimes through his guitar playing I feel like I could finish his sentences. Even when listening to a new song, it seems so familiar to me and yet, listening to it again it seems so new to my ears. Though I have noticed...he repeats himself, over and over again, yet these stories never get old. The truth......I have never met Joe but he is among the best of friends through his music, and I feel like I know him well. Joe, you are an inspiration, a Hero and a friend!