For the first #featuredmember of 2018, I would like to give a gigantic shout out to @edthecanadian. Initially, he had been quietly supporting members in the background, kind of like the new kid in class. Then Willy Wonka came through and he made it through the factory. Now Ed is one of our go to guys, leading and persistently helping us all build the Gamma Syndicate. He even stepped up further when our 'General' had to cease field operations momentarily. At which point, he was promoted to 'Colonel' in our family.

Badass? Hell ya! Hailing from the bitter frozen tundra of Saskatchewan, where Yeti ravage your trash cans and penguins fly in the windows at night, @edthecanadian is a real trooper. This #steemsilvergold stackin mechanic trudges through 20 feet of snow, uphill, both ways, just to go work on a few cars every day, because he loves it. Sometimes, it gets so cold, they have to strap some of those poor little penguins that froze to death and couldn't smash through the windows to their feet and use them as makeshift skies to get down his mountain. Poor little guys. If they were stackin up that shiny, they'd be able to buy some gloves or maybe some firewood to keep their hands warm, eh? When the big melt comes in summer and the flood waters raise and wash away most of the houses in town, he's nice and dry up on his mountain handing out polar bear fillets to help feed the hungry people. Do enjoy the posts chosen today!

All jokes aside, you've been just a stupendous family member @edthecanadian. Your posts bring us 'home' with you and show us what it's like to be you. We appreciate all of your efforts and support you have shown and continue to show your fellow kin in #thealliance. You've proven Steemit can be a great place where people are welcomed with open arms. Bar-none, you really are a model ally. We Love You @edthecandian!