Alea
Sorry so late in seeing this. Been away from board for awhile.
THIS is the best, most well reasoned, and imo, most likely scenario that would explain it.
Andy and I had some things in common. We both were ME's. I knew and understood grinding, centerless grinding, all types of grinding as my starting point was as a ME for A machine tool corporation that built grinders and other machine tools that is well known.
My conversations with Andy at dinner were not just about the company and the technology but rather about things which are more important, everyday life.
He was a totally different person than one who seemed so intense and frustrated with those of us who did not understand the technicality of all the twists and turns of trusted computing hardware and then the levels and degrees of the software needed to support.
I believe you have nailed this squarely for me and helps me to understand the TWO Andy's I had the pleasure and privilege to spend a little time with in this life.
After my mother passed just a few months ago, I realized very quickly how tenuous our lives are and how short, yet how much they mean to others. I still feel a sorrow at her being gone, yet know she is at peace.
I hope Andy found the peace he needed and that some of us will remember the kinder and gentler side of him which I can testify that he really did have.
Thank you for that great train of thought.
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