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I'd sure try my best to make the next one!!!
-grampa dan
-------------------- Dan Sawatzky Imagination Corporation Yarrow, British Columbia dan@imaginationcorporation.com http://www.imaginationcorporation.com
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Brian..If you fix the steps from the mess hall, and guarantee that Mario and I will have a comfortable spot in the corner of the cooler I'll be happy to return!!!
If you'll let me return, that is...LOL
(if it makes you feel less responisble, I'd be bringing Shirley, my "handler", with me!!!)
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From the title of your post I thought you had finally recovered enough from the last one to find out who all the stuff that was left behind belongs to!
Another meet at Sunset Valley Ranch? Bring it on.....You know I'll be there if at all possible. But if you have one - remember I get to share the work on the Candy Store Sign. Glass and Gold like we talked about. You are going to follow through on that idea of making signs for all the buildings aren't you?
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Kelly Thorson Kel-T-Grafix 801 Main St. Holdfast, SK S0G 2H0 ktg@sasktel.net Posts: 5496 | From: Penzance, Saskatchewan | Registered: May 2002
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You should rename this post to mention "Moncton Meet" so that people will have a better idea about this post and I am sure the number of posts will triple.
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-------------------- Sandy "Monk" Baird Windwalker Sign Studio Port Colborne, Ontario L3K 4H9 Posts: 442 | From: Port Colborne, Ontario, Canada | Registered: Jun 2004
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Hi Brian, you know Judy and I were talking how nice it would be if there was a meet nearby that we could ride up on our Motorcycle, that would be awesome, and I'd love to brushup on my somewhat limited pinstriping skills... This would be the one to attend for us, especially since I coped out the last time.
And I agree you should rename it to Moncton meet or something simiar, by the peoples reaction from the last one you held, this would be even more spectacular.
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SIGNS1st. Neil Butler Paradise, NF Posts: 6277 | From: St. John's NF Canada | Registered: Mar 1999
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Too funny Mike.....I'm gonna bring an empty picture frame and stage you looking into a mirror.
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Kelly Thorson Kel-T-Grafix 801 Main St. Holdfast, SK S0G 2H0 ktg@sasktel.net Posts: 5496 | From: Penzance, Saskatchewan | Registered: May 2002
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Ah! So, So nice to see all your faces and replys on this post YES! Letterville is still here! We have been renovating all the fronts of the buildings and your all going to have a chance to see this on letterville Bullboard this summer. Trying to get the best dates available so you can all make it to our event. Our first Letterhead was a great success thanks to all of you who attended and all the suppliers who really kicked in and Bob Hines, Pierre Tardiff and crew for the last event. thanks for your great replys... Dan Sawatzky it would be an honor to have you attend for your inspiration and imagination. Sandy Baird your always the one saying you be the first to register your always welcome with or without your hammer : ) Duncan and Grundy your signs still look great on the "Wall of Fame" and Dave the cooler is emply right now, but maybe we can put a bed in there for you and Mario.. WOW Mike Meyer looking forward to spend more time with you I'll take my brushes out and join you... that would be a blast! Kelly you got the full go ahead on the Candy Store we also have a Barber Shop Mayor's Office (Steeve Shortreed office) David Butler sign police (Jailhouse) Signwritters museum should I go on! Hey Neil i am hosting 2 motorcycle meets this Year 7th annual (Rally at the Ranch) Aug 11, 12, 13 and Ride for Sight June 9, 10, 11 your welcome to join me pinstriping and brush up on your skills. Karyn & Suelynn that exactly why I open this post to get your opinion on the best date available for the letterheads
Thanks again
Brian Hansen
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Big shoes to fill Mike! Probably better if you show up lol
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Hey Brian - just don't have it the same weekend as the Dixie Meet - we can't compete with Sunset Valley Ranch. That was the absolute perfect location for a Letterhead Meet.
Where else could you see wild signgirls on a bucking bronco???
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Awww, the good old days! That was so much fun!
Are you thinking this summer or next summer Brian? Murray McDonald is having a meet in Kenora ON this July. Sonny's Dixie meet is Oct 13-15. Our Saskatchewan crew is having a meet next summer in Moose Jaw, Sk from July 4 to July 8. Check the future meets page on the BB to see what else is going on.
Sun Valley ranch is the best location I've ever seen for a meet. I'd encourage anyong to go if they can!!!! Can't wait to hear more about it Brian!!
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Suelynn Sedor Sedor Signs Carnduff, SK Canada Posts: 2863 | From: Carnduff, SK Canada | Registered: Nov 1998
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Brian and I spent some time on the phone last week reliving some of our favorite memories of his first meet. Every meet is a blast, but I'd have to say our last visit to Sunset Valley Ranch ranks right up there with the first Mazeppa Meet.
Here's some photos from Brian and Bob's first meet.
Just my opinon, but I would love to see this become an annual or semi-annual meet held on the first weekend in July. Both Canada and the USA share a long weekend. There's more!
Brian's property is large enough to handle a big crowd of Letterheads. There is a fully equipted cookhouse, several bunkhouses, showers, a huge shop and tons of room for camping. I love a meet where everyone eats and sleeps together! Well....you know what I mean.
I was floored when Brian suggested we turn the camp into an actual town called Letterville. Just imagine the fun we could have signing the town and decorating the interiors with eyecandy. Everytime we return, we can build on what has already been accomplished. For a small fee, Letterheads may be able to develop a haven to take their families for a vacation. hahahaha...I'm getting ahead of myself.
A small town called Brushville was created inside the Convention Centre. It was a real shame to have to tear it all down at the end of the meet. Here's an opportunity to create something permanent.
I haven't been this excited since someone slipped the Viagara in with all my other meds.
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i think i would even drive this time. wow that would be a record for me! this place is just the coolest for anyone who hasn't seen it. it will be the must go to meet. just let us know when...i'll be there!
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Keep in mind Kelly's meet is July 4-8 in Saskatchewan next year. We don't want overlaps. It would be hard for me to attend both, in the same weekend. Although I would try, because both are going to be a hoot!
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Brian this sounds so cool... Is there a chance that yuy could host a letterhead meet the weekend before or after the cycle meet? That way we may be able to attend both.. That would be awesome.
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SIGNS1st. Neil Butler Paradise, NF Posts: 6277 | From: St. John's NF Canada | Registered: Mar 1999
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Oh -hit here we go again.As some of you know,I had a heart attack on June 12/ 05.Underwent open heart surgery on Sept.,30 /05. I have been given a second chance. I guess the Lord did the best he could with what he had to work with in my case & I thank him dearly.That dosn't mean I can go all hog & help out with a second meet.I am back at the signs full time now & I have made myself a promise not to get loaded down again with too much on my plate.Muriel, Allan & I were talking today of what a pleasure it was for us to be able to be part of organizing the Maritime meet.Fond memories are still alive & well here. I will be in touch with Brian soon & see if I can help. Oh sh-t,here we go again.
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I drove last year Karyn, FROM MINNESOTA...don't be a wimp! Bob...sit back and have some fun this time, we'll handle it....I think I will swim to this one...Tim Horton's!!!! YEAH!
-------------------- Mike Meyer Sign Painter 189 1st Ave n P.O. Box 3 Mazeppa, Mn 55956
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Glad to hear you are up and running again Bob. Is that wonderful and talented Allan of yours working with you now? Say Hi to both him and Muriel for me and Jess.
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Kelly Thorson Kel-T-Grafix 801 Main St. Holdfast, SK S0G 2H0 ktg@sasktel.net Posts: 5496 | From: Penzance, Saskatchewan | Registered: May 2002
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I think I remember a nice shady spot with a good view of the whole village. I will set up a couple of lawn chairs and a big cooler to put our feet up on and we can sit back and take it all in.
Once we get settled in I am sure we would never be short of good company.
Monk
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Throw that watch away too Sandy. Grundy and I may have late night discussions on the front porch about bungee jumping..
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Sounds like a bike trip to me! And I'm pretty sure I could find a spot on that big o'l Harley to pack my airbrush kit. Hey Neil, it would be great to do some two wheel touring with you out there!
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You are going to follow through on that idea of making signs for all the buildings aren't you?
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