HERE'S an e-mail I never thought I'd receive.

I've been nominated for the freaking Academy of Adventure Gaming Arts and Design Hall of Fame!!!!!

I'm just blown away completely. This may indeed be the greatest honor I think I've ever received.

I honestly am speechless. There are just no words to describe how I'm feeling...

I know this is just a nomination, and that actual induction is VERY difficult. But even if this never goes further, I just am stunned, honored and very, very shocked.

All:

I apologize for taking so long to get this up. However, voting is now open for the Hall of Fame. Go to http://www.originsawards.com to participate. Follow the link off the home page.

The nominees are:

PEOPLE

David "Zeb" Cook
James Ernest
Andrew Greenberg
John Kovalic
Mark Simmons

Rules are as they have been in the past. Vote to induct or not induct. Brief bios appear with the candidates to help those who may be unaware of their qualifications. Deadline is Monday, 9 June.

Thanks to Mike Marchi and Demonground for setting this up for us.

John R. Phythyon, Jr.

At some point today, I think I'll stop shaking...