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It's not often that I'm at a loss for words.

I've been thinking about this years Anniversary Blog for some time now, What will I add this year, what theme will we go after, etc.

I about had it narrowed down, and had Ms. Jan pegged to do a group letter; Then along came Robert Burris' Blog Post "What is iKnifeCollector".

Those three words changed the perspective of this years post. It's not important that we have almost 54,000 photographs; well over 800 videos; almost 950 Blog Posts and nearly 1400 discussions going on; it's something more.

Reading the answers to Roberts question, the words "Friends" and " Family" are prominent. Apparently, it affected Ms. Jan in the same manner. We've done a lot, in these 5 years, but the greatest thing seems to be the "Personal" touch.

Welcome, Again, to everyone here at iKC. We're glad you're here.

Here's the letter that Jan sent out...

An anniversary message from Jan

Robert Burris recently asked WHAT IS iKNIFECOLLECTOR?

iKC for me is the place where all are knives and thier owners are welcome.
It is where we get to learn about our hobby, see knives we would not see elsewhere. It is where we get to speak directly with the manufactures and makers.
It is where we encourage those that want to try thier hand at making and those that have just gotten bit by the collectors bug.

Since becoming involved with iKC I have met folks that will remain friends for life.
I have learned more about knives from around the world than I had ever previously thought I would know. I have learned more about the process of making a knife then I dreamed I would know. I have even learned to sharpen a knife (OK, I still have alot to learn on that one)
I have learned a great respect for the men and women that make this hobby possible.

Most of all, what I have learned is that given the opportunity to grow, treat each other with respect and have some fun with friends while enjoying this hobby is invaluable.
The environment here is fostered and encouraged by not only our collectors but also by our sponsors. For each new member that joins and becomes active, we have made a friend.
iKC is a place of joy and John McCain made a statement that rings true, I will add a small bit to it.

Friendship and genuine interest in each others lives and collections, always on tap

The members are what make this site what it is, I am extremely proud to be one!

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY iKC

Jan

I guess There's not much more to add to that, other than "HAPPY ANNIVERSARY".

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In Memoriam Comment by Robert Burris on April 17, 2014 at 17:28: Ken, I know what you mean. I use to be an isolated knife collector, with no one to talk to about my hobby, until IKC came along. I now have plenty of friends to talk to. Bless Ya'll.

Comment by Ken Spielvogel on April 17, 2014 at 16:35: I can just say, i agree with everything that has been said. IKC has been a life changer for me, an addiction that I don't want to give up, a daily get away, a hobby on top of a hobby. and a real joy to belong to. Thanks IKC and to all the many friends on this site. God Bless you all.

Comment by Jan Carter on April 17, 2014 at 14:28: L,

We are glad to have you here with us!

Comment by Jan Carter on April 15, 2014 at 18:10: With all that has been said I wish to ask for a standing ovation!

To our manager, the tireless work done here by Steve and our moderators! And to you the members a toast!

"May the saddest day of your future be no worse than the happiest day of your past."

You have provided me may happy days and I always look forward to being here with all of you

Comment by Frank Stennett on April 15, 2014 at 18:04: Thanks to all.

Comment by George Fernandez on April 14, 2014 at 23:08: 5 down and 500 to go Happy Anniversary...

Comment by iKC Gift Shop on April 14, 2014 at 19:17: This was seen, today, flying over the iKC World Headquarters...

Comment by Ron Cooper on April 14, 2014 at 18:59: iKC makes my tail wag!

Happy 5th Anniversary!

Comment by Jeff Lefffingwell on April 14, 2014 at 18:22: very well said I am not here as much as I would like to be but I do read others comments and have learned a lot and feel I have made friends I want to share my knives and post pictures but having trouble getting this done I want to share with my ikc friends but not with everyone else who might say hmm could make a good score here you know a thief that may be close by I don't say much on face book or other outlets about what I might or might not have but I do want to share with ikc like when Jan ask me for the Yellowhorse double dolphin pic just don't know how to do that with out everyone in my county and surrounding counties seeing them its just the world we live in kinda sad but I will get it figured out I like ikc and thank you for inviting me and allowing me to be here I will not put banking info on puter so makes it hard to buy something I see and might like to own hope you all get what I am saying seems a lot just puts there card number out there and all I here on news is hacking and theft but my wife is going to help me with pictures cause I do want to share and love seeing all the knife pictures you all have shared GOD bless you all and happy anniversary love you all thank you Jan and Steve and everyone else.

Comment by Jan Carter on April 14, 2014 at 17:06: and from Donnie,

iKC is about the good times and the good people he has met along the way. The friendships that have grown are awsome. Looking forward to meeting more and seeing more knives!