Your dedication to your ideals and your purpose is really hardcore and I respect you for it.

I can also say to anyone who doubts just how committed he is that I know from first hand experience of living with him for 7 years that his daily standards of sustainability and honor are far beyond anyone else I've ever seen, and he unwavering.

He doesn't put his values or ideals aside for comfort or convenience like the rest of us.

And yes he is rich in trade goods and also very generous in his trades.