though I hope I`m not one of those vets who talk like you describe..
(not that I know-at least recently^^)
I say: Good words- well spoken, Tondargaet.
Times have changed- so have the new players, und luckily the game too.
Us vets have to accept that. And stop whining about good old days.
Otherwise we become real ancients- of a kind noone wants to be or play with.
And though I know you`ve not been fishing for compliments- I watched you grow -
and have much respect and appreciation for you and the way you earned your wings and ancienthood, dragon!
*smiles and greets with a nod*