I loved the story. I found the story to be educational, and fun to read. I didn't know Bruce, and never met Mel. However, would love to learn more about the vast chipping knowledge they both had, and have. Also,the personal touch is just great, I can relate because I was in Tahoe about the same time. Just didn't know I was a collector. The fact is, these type of stories, is what I like best about the Magazine. I wish the BB responses had less of an attitude and political posts. Just my opinion.