Hey Guys,
Let's take a deep breath. I in no way, shape or means am even within the same universe as "knowing everything."
I actually pride myself amongst lawyers as being the most willing to respond, in open court, with "I don't know." I've asked numerous questions of you guys too.
If I have what some might perceive as a bit wider breadth of experience or knowledge it can be attributed to my age (I am probably
older than most of you), I spent a great deal of time in "formal education" (because I didn't want to go out and actually work), I've read a few books
and more than anything, my Dad was somewhat of a true Renaissance Man who used breakfast and dinner to lecture to the family in a Socrates like manner.
We were discussing politics, history, religion, classical music, and any other serious topic (nothing to do with how narrow you guys think Phil Heath is). We never spoke
about "normal" stuff. It was as if you were in a small, private college class at a table with a professor who was giving you a lecture.
The fact, if it is indeed a fact, that Pellius hasn't competed is only a reflection of his desire not to deal with the crap that goes along with competing and nothing else. I was
honest when I listed the 2 reasons why I compete and once I prove to myself what it is I need to prove, I doubt I will continue to compete.
I wrote that I was the one who has been training for 25 years. I would surmise that Pellius has more time in than do I.
And Che, just so you and I are clear, I am a 2-Time World Champion in BJJ for whatever that is worth.
Harley