I'll throw in my .02
I have known Dennis sicne before he launched this site, back in the day.
I have spent much time with him in his shop, drank plenty of beers with him, and spent many days / nights at his house and have always been treated like family. I know him about as good as anyone here and know hwta kind of person he is. Deep down inside he is one of the most thoughtful and caring friends you could have. He went through a bad phase (don't we all) and did some things he's not proud of, but I know deep down he will prevail and make things right with everyone who suffered losses during the phase when he had some troubles. I know first hand he's not under the influence of anything anymore and how much it means to him to be able to repay those who he inconvenienced.
He's coming here tomorrow to stay with me for a week or longer and I am excited to welcome him to my home just as he has done for me on many occasions. Deep down inside he's a good guy and means well and he will make things right with everyone.
It takes a hell of a man to come back here with a tarnished name while the naysayers just give him shit. We are all human and we all make mistakes in our lives. It's how you overcome those mistakes and make things right with those in your life, that should be judged. You can't help somoene who isn't willing to help themselves... we all know that. Dennis WILL make things right with everyone I guarantee and I'll always be here and my door will always be open to him and his family as long as he's clean, doing the right thing, and helping himself just as he has been for the past year.
Thse who are giving him shit really have no right. They obviously don't know the man like myself, carl, crazybill, noonan, and others.
Im proud of you Dennis for being on the right path now. Time will take care of everything. See you at the airport tomorrow morning!!!
Chris