He was posting that as evidence that everything was running as planned, not trying to make false claims.
It is sad that this thread has turned to be worship of me, but since the matter has surfaced:
The Haikko conference for me was more like a dream. Dream that I would some day be able to own a hotel and a nice car and have Bitcoin people coming to me and we would have a nice time.
Less than a year from taking that picture I already owned a manor in all respects larger than Haikko, and a car nicer than the one pictured. Even while writing this, I am having guests here starting the Bitcoin conference in these surroundings.
I am a happy man because this dream has come true. Every time you post the picture I am feeling so grateful when I remember that back then I was having that as a mirage, a rented service, but now I have it in reality. With my friends.
Congratulations to you sir (or friend). I pray you and your love ones are enjoying the gifts God has bestowed upon you.
You worked hard for many years to reach the success you attained.