My mistake, I've never met Phil, but was under the misconception he was a big boy.
As far as those that don't care if they offend others, no that isn't a virtue perse. I like characters, maybe not all the time, but they add spice to life. They don't always make good spouses or co-workers, but can be fun if taken for what they are.
458 Lott--
You must not be thinking of the same Phil Shoemaker. The Alaskan guide who writes for SUCCESSFUL HUNTER is right around my height, and I'm 5'8". I know him well.
By the way, "could care less about offending others" isn't necessarily a virtue. It is indeed one reason Ross is no longer with Wolfe, but has as much to do with his life outside the printed page as inside.
MD
