He really is.

I hate reinstalling OS's even if I've done it literally dozens of times. The trepidation that hangs over me is palpable.

I always fear I will forget to back something up, find some original software disk is corrupt and won't install...etc. Probably why I chose to hand-clean my system, even at the risk of breaking it... figured let's worry about reinstalling after it breaks, not before.

I'm glad everything went smoothly, and your system is now clean.

I wonder if you've thought of doing something special for Jeff as a thank you. Even a silly small thing. He's sure to appreciate some form pampering or extra attention after that ordeal.