Well, since your sudden absence was surrounded by mystery, I think people are just happy to know that you are ok and well.
Geoff is a great guy, he has been a friend of mine for a bit now and I am happy he has gained his old friend back.
I am as surprised as anyone about my own reception XD Geoff and I go way back, and somehow we're already talking as if I wasn't gone at all. Of course, I hope to get to know you and everyone else who I never got to meet back then!
It seems like you have caused quite a stir with your return, haven't you.
I never knew you, but Geoff seemed to be over the moon when he saw your return, so I am happy!