I have never met him nor done business with him, but this has become a
recurring topic.
If newbies to the list were to read a FAQ, then there should probably be
an entry saying that when doing business with Jim Willing, one must be
spectacularly patient, because although he is a good person and honest
with no evil intent,
due to circumstances beyond his control, or personal flakiness, he is
incapable of completing transactions in a timely manner.