I've had many opportunities to introduce myself to AZBers and ended up shy and tongue tied. Didn't really know what to say.
Stumbled upon JCIN at an event once and I recognized his face immediately. I did a fast double take and totally stared at him, trying to think where I knew him from. He stared right back at me. Suddenly I realized I didn't actually know him- it was from here, and I only knew his face from his avatar. By now we've been staring at each other awhile and I suddenly got really embarrassed and walked away fast. Had to look strange. : )
I actually see many AZBers fairly frequently and I can't think of anything to say. I mean, I could tell OMGWTF how much I like her blog if I ever approached her, but I could just do that online and not risk personal injury by accidentally choosing the wrong time, too. : ) Anyway, "Hi, I'm blah blah" sounds dumb in my head- I'm not saying that out loud.
I have very very much liked the AZBers I did meet and of course those I already knew.
Last: I didn't directly interact with Drivermaker much, but I still miss his posts even now.
Should I ever happen to be anywhere you might be, please feel free to say 'hello, I'm blah blah". I will happily shake your hand and flip for a beer. :thumbup:
And, btw, it can't sound much stranger than 'hi, I'm kickin' chicken'.

best,
brian kc