Well...this is in response to Jay Allen's request to help raise funds for Renata Guzman. We can't tell you exactly how this will work out yet...you'll just have to trust us that we'll do our best to get some positive results out of this "Building Fund Project". So...check it out won't you please http://www.davidbutler.com/ Posted by Janette Balogh (Member # 192) on :
Bump!
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
Shameless heart felt bump!
Posted by bill riedel (Member # 607) on :
A great idea Dave, it is especially important now that we do not have as much work for Ray lately. Hoping that Spring will increase our volume. I was an early contributor, before the building was built. Let us make it a sky scraper to be proud of.
Posted by david butler (Member # 591) on :
Well I just knew there would be people out there pulling practical jokes with this building project...but this is just craziness...Mark, I'll give you 24 hours to remove that banner or...or else... http://www.davidbutler.com/highrise.html Posted by Mark Yearwood (Member # 2723) on :
..or else what? You're gonna call the Sign Police? I am an official Deputy of the Sign Police.
It wasn't me. I think it was that guy from Texas. He's the only one I know that can't spell "OKIE". Besides, I always get a permit.
Write that guy up and clear my record!
Posted by Jay Allen (Member # 195) on :
Breaking news... I'm speechless. (That's a first)
This is the first I've seen of this.
David, bless your big ol' Hoosier heart. Great idea.
You don't have to move into the "penthouse" of David's building to feel good about helping. For those who don't have anything to contribute to the auction - or those who are too busy, this is a great chance to give. Antyhing is good. One dollar, five dollars, a million dollars, whatever.
Or maybe you're just waiting for the silent auction. That's cool, too. We'll have some great stuff from some well-known sign artists for you to spend the same money on.
A gift is just that - a gift. But you receive one back when you give one first.
Posted by Raymond Chapman (Member # 361) on :
Hey Yearwood, don't go startin' rumors. I was coating out MDO the whole time. And I rented one of those apartments....so there.
Those short guys are so pesky!
[ March 28, 2005, 10:47 AM: Message edited by: Raymond Chapman ]
Posted by Robert Cole (Member # 477) on :
I'm new here. Could someone please outline what this sting is about? I would consider renting a space if I understood more about the neighborhood
Posted by david butler (Member # 591) on :
Mark, Thanks for taking down your banner..and it's pretty obvious to us all who the culprit was. Raymond...how about taking down your banner now. Oh and hey Mark...I like the shrubs...nice touch http://www.davidbutler.com/highrise.html Posted by Raymond Chapman (Member # 361) on :
That landlord sure is picky.
Mark, I always knew that he liked you best, anyway. Now, I've got to think of something to do to my place to keep up with the Yearwoods.
Posted by Jay Allen (Member # 195) on :
P.S. - I responded to Robert's request for more info in a private email. So nobody has to explain this on this string.
Thanks to all. It's going well!!
OK - back to the contruction work!!
(And how are those banners getting up there anyway? Who's in charge of permits here?)
Posted by Raymond Chapman (Member # 361) on :
Hey Oakie...seen my flag? That picky landlord made me take my banner down, (something about no permit) but he didn't say anything about flying a flag.
Does Oklahoma have a flag?
You do know that Texas is the only state that can fly our flag at the same height of the Stars and Stripes? Yep, it's true. That flag also represents the NATION of Texas after it won its independence from Mexico. Before joining the United States we were the independent nation of Texas.
So there.
[ March 29, 2005, 01:40 PM: Message edited by: Raymond Chapman ]
Posted by Jane Diaz (Member # 595) on :
I see a cat in one window and I thought I saw a guy run through the one apartment, but he had a skirt on!?! Mike, what's going on in your apartment!
Posted by Dan Sawatzky (Member # 88) on :
Phoebe & I took the time to read through the many, many pages of fine print in the lease. Ya have to do that BEFORE you get into a project such as this. We couldn't find much that controls THEME work. So we're IN THERE!
Here comes some fun!
-grampa dan
Posted by Janette Balogh (Member # 192) on :
If you're hearing a bunch of noise coming from my pad, ... don't call the cops, just consider yourself invited and join the party!
Hey ... when are you guys gonna get some better signs? I mean rectangles and block text? sheeesh!
Nettie
Posted by Jill Marie Welsh (Member # 1912) on :
I am donating a panel for the silent auction. I just hope that someone wants to bid on it! Love....Jill
Posted by Dan Sawatzky (Member # 88) on :
We thought the short Okie & Texan were more creative than that.... we triple-double dog dare you guys to do a little better!
-grampa dan & Phoebe
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
Margaritas on my patio! Come on by!!
Posted by Mark Yearwood (Member # 2723) on :
Hey, this is getting out of hand now. Where's the Histerical Preservation Comittee when you need 'em?
Posted by Raymond Chapman (Member # 361) on :
Dan, most of the time I have no idea what I'm doing!
Yearwood - look up the spelling of "committee". You made the word too short.
[ March 30, 2005, 08:33 AM: Message edited by: Raymond Chapman ]
Posted by Dale Manor (Member # 4858) on :
Windows Schmindows....give me some brick, mortar and some good old fashioned brushes and sunshine....that's all I need....oh yeah, and some scaffolding, or I'll just dance around on the downstairs neighbors awning!
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
Dale, Don't forget to look up and wave, I'm just above you!
Posted by david butler (Member # 591) on :
WOWEE....I am not sure if that's how you spell it (WOW-WEE) however we all pretty much pronounce it the same don't we? $1005.00 in pledges (rent) from the "Building Fund" as of today. What a great bunch of caring folks...we are just blown away with your generosity concerning this matter. There's been alot going on behind the scenes that has made this alot of fun for us and I am still laughing at something Raymond said. Okay now I gotta tell you...somethings about to happen with the "tower"..there'll be a bit of a make over on the penthouse...we've got a construction crew on site even as I write this so as soon as they're finished...well...you'll just have to wait and see. Thanks alot everyone...
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
PARTY on Pat's roof top!!!
BTW, that Okie flag is blocking my sun! - Should I complain to Yearwood or the building owner?
Posted by david butler (Member # 591) on :
Rules are Rules folks...it's time you start realizing that. Mark..thanks for flying a regulation size flag now. Of course Kimberly was only one of many who had concerns about that. I also noticed just now that Nettie has installed an air-conditioner out her window..it can't be on account of these cool tempatures here of late rather that she just can't sleep without the humming of an air-conditioner. http://www.davidbutler.com/highrise.html Posted by Raymond Chapman (Member # 361) on :
That's the Oklahoma flag? Must have been designed by a committee.
And who's the engineer on this project? That penthouse doesn't look structurally sound.
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
Hey Yearwood, thanks for fixing the flag. Now maybe I can sit on my patio and read in the sunshine again.
Uh...Pardon me Catherine...may I have my cat back please? He does this every place we move to - thinks he owns the whole building. He'll just show up on anyone's patio he feels like.
Posted by mike meyer (Member # 542) on :
We are playin AC/DC real loud and the Pizza guy just left......I got to fix these broken windows man.....hey....are you gonna eat those Doritos..cuz I got the Munchies...This Apartment rocks....uugh..ugh ugh.
WHo are those chicks over there?
Posted by Jay Allen (Member # 195) on :
“We’ve never been so poor - but never felt so rich”
With that innocent phrase, Ray Guzman innocently set this fundraiser in motion. He did NOT intend to say it as a plea for help. He merely was making a statement about how lucky he and Renata felt for having lived the life they had lived up to that minute - and to not take another day or event - for granted anymore. But I heard something in those words that called me to action.
He and Renata are aware of our collective efforts to raise money to help them through this crisis. What they are unsure of is just how to express their sincere appreciation. Words - to them - seem hollow and lacking the incredible and most sincere gratitude they both feel.
So I’ll say something on their behalf - without getting too revealing or personal - to give you some deeper insights into just what your amazing generosity (and wacky creativity!!) has also accomplished. I’m absolutely sure you’ll hear more from them later.
In talking with Renata the other night she informed me that the strong, brave and kind woman that many of us know, has a weaker side - just like most, if not all of us, do. She felt compelled to conquer those inner demons since she saw that as a requirement in beating the cancer she was afflicted with. She believes that we ALL have the power to make our lives better - or worse - depending largely upon our attitudes and experiences.
How does that relate to what we are doing in raising money to help them through the next 4 months of additional treatments? Simple - though I couldn’t have predicted this since my image of Renata is one of an independent and strong woman - through and through. But she’s human - though for some reason I viewed her as being a little more ‘superhuman’ and able to face anything.
Renata is - in effect - stunned by the outpouring of your generosity to the point that she felt a little unworthy of the efforts being shown. Now she knows differently. Now she can clearly see what her friends in this crazy business really think of her. She is equally amazed at the generosity of those she has not yet met.
As Gary Anderson said to me the other day, “I am constantly amazed at the closeness of this tight-knit group of like-minded and talented individuals. My association with the Letterheads has been one that changed me as a person - for the better”. Granted, if we were neighbors and lived next to each other, we’d probably drive each other nuts - as evidenced by the craziness going on here in the “high-rise” with some of the wacky 'tenants'!!
This whole matter with Renata’s Cancer Fund is more concrete evidence of the generous and giving hearts that we all seem to share as Letterheads. We’ve painted up towns to instill community pride; we’ve donated large sums of money for hospitals (congrats to the Pinheads for your most recent efforts in Milwaukee!!) and we take care of our own.
And your actions here have allowed Renata to see what her friends see in her - and the effort will further hasten the healing process for her. I am so amazingly proud of all of you so much that I have spent more than just a few minutes with tears in my eyes for your amazing, compassionate hearts.
I am a Letterhead. That sets me apart from the mass of humanity - and it is a relationship I will cherish for the entirety of my life.
To David Butler, your creativity and playful nature that created this nutty fundraising effort are the reasons you are held in such high esteem in our craft. God bless you and Susie for your sincerity and involvement.
To Steve and Barb, damn the torpedoes, forget about the infighting and bickering you have to monitor and watch over daily and take pride in allowing this forum to do what it is capable of. Your continued efforts in promoting the Letterheads allowed this all to happen - and we should all say a big thank you - and apologize at the same time for any grief any of us may have given you in the past. It IS about sharing - and your forum should be noted and respected for the good it creates daily.
Little did we know that we could have played a part in helping "save" or strengthen a life.
My sincerest gratitude goes out to each of you who have participated so far. But just you wait for that silent auction in a few short weeks!! You’ll see even more just how incredible this group is.
And maybe, just maybe, you’ll feel a little better about yourself too. I sure do.
[ March 31, 2005, 05:55 PM: Message edited by: Jay Allen ]
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
I am a Letterhead. That sets me apart from the mass of humanity - and it is a relationship I will cherish for the entirety of my life.
I like that.
Posted by Rick Beisiegel (Member # 3723) on :
I think we need a tenants association to make all kinds of stupid rules that nobody likes or feels that they need to follow.
[ March 31, 2005, 04:32 PM: Message edited by: Rick Beisiegel ]
Posted by david butler (Member # 591) on :
Raymond...what can we say about the Englishman...we of course can not take any action without a formal complaint http://www.davidbutler.com/highrise.html Posted by Mark Yearwood (Member # 2723) on :
Jay, that was a very good post and says it all. This crazy bunch really does stick together and that's what life is all about.
Working on this project for Taylor Jordan and his "wish" is another case of people helping people and Letterheads have been tremendous in that case, too. He's not even in this field, yet this community has helped make his life brighter.
I'm proud to be associated with such a tight-knit group and feel blessed to be able to participate in this fundraiser for Ray and Renata. They are in our prayers.
This building project is fun stuff in itself! Thank you David and Susie.
Now, tell that Englishman to get the dirty laundry off the balcony!
Posted by Janette Balogh (Member # 192) on :
Cripes, that's one big ac unit. Kicks butt too .... brrrrrrrr, icicles hanging off stuff in here.
Great landing pad for pigeons too (and pigeon poop)
Posted by Rick Beisiegel (Member # 3723) on :
I think Mr Chapman has to lodge the complaint. After all, who wants english undies hanging in your window?
Posted by david butler (Member # 591) on :
Still no complaints from the Texan...perhaps he's enjoying the shade from Dave "BROKEN LEGS" Smith's clothes line? And Nettie....what kind of bird's nest is that sitting on your window mounted AC? You may want to do a little bird watching out your window there. Rick...that thing about an association? Susie says that's not going to happen! So sit back folks and enjoy your stay...we're doing our best to make you all feel at home here...okay? One more thing and I'll sign off...Dale claims he saw what he describes as a "flying biscuit" buzz by his head while he was out there painting his wall...anybody else see anything strange like that...give the manager's a call downstairs.
Posted by Raymond Chapman (Member # 361) on :
Hey, I just looked out my window and that crazy guy from England has his laundry everywhere. What kind of place is this anyway? Where's that landlord? But then I've heard that the landlord is one of those guys that lives back in the sticks and probably thinks that everyone airs their dirty laundry in public.
I tried to talk to that English guy but he sounds really funny - not anything like how we talk down in Texas. He even drives on the wrong side of the road.
And I also noticed that Yearwood has his windows all boarded up. Must be something strange going on in there that he doesn't want us to see. I'll bet the landlord doesn't know all this is happening.
So, what do I do now? I guess I'll just sit here and it will come to me.
There is a positive side about living here - there's this really cute young lady that lives down stairs. She laughs all the time, but she has this huge machine in her apartment that I've heard prints money. Is that legal? If you go to see her just watch out for the bird poop.
P.S. Anyone know how to get in touch with that landlord? I've tried calling, but keep getting this message that he's either running around the country or writing a book, or something. When does that guy work?
[ April 01, 2005, 09:59 AM: Message edited by: Raymond Chapman ]
Posted by Boyd Merriman (Member # 5514) on :
Hmmmm...must be a lot going on these apartments than what I see on the URL above. I see the main story of why it is up, but what is going on otherwise?
Boyd
Posted by Nevman (Member # 332) on :
I can't tell you all of what's going on in all of the apartments Boyd...not nice to gossip about your neighbors. Right now I'm slow smoking some pork, beef and okra (for OP) on my grille - should be ready by dinner time. And I'll have some chocolate fondue for the ladies (they know who I'm talking about.
My only complaints are the guy below me keeps coming out on the balcony in just a red thong...eeewww. And the constant smell of turpentine. Once in a while I hear what sounds like cows mooing around the 22nd floor - none of my business.
Well, gotta run for now...goin to buy a telescope for some star gazing (yeah, right).
Come on up - clear skies tonight - everyone's invited.
Posted by Rick Beisiegel (Member # 3723) on :
I nominate Ray as the president of the tenant's association.....anybody wanna second that????
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
quote:Rick...that thing about an association? Susie says that's not going to happen!
Rick - behave yourself! David already told us there was to be no association.
Posted by Janette Balogh (Member # 192) on :
Just say "NO" to associations.
I keep waiting for some big 'ol buzzard to land on my ac. Did you see the size of that nest????
Pat, better control that grill or you'll light that pretty sign of yours right up!
Kimberly's got the margaritas, and I'm bringing dessert ... we'll be right up!
Nettie
Posted by Rick Beisiegel (Member # 3723) on :
OK, OK, You boss me around!
Posted by Jane Diaz (Member # 595) on :
Janette, keep watching for that bird and you might be able to have everyone in for scrambled eggs tomorrow for breakfast. Sounds like there's plenty of grub already tonight for the party in the penthouse.
Posted by Raymond Chapman (Member # 361) on :
That British guy must be some huge dude. Have you seen how long those pants are? Aren't they dry yet?
And how did he break his legs?
Hey, can't stay around here - there's a party starting up in the penthouse. Hope that short Oakie doesn't show up with that lemon pickup of his.
[ April 01, 2005, 07:44 PM: Message edited by: Raymond Chapman ]
Posted by Judy Pate (Member # 237) on :
Looks like one of you would have accepted the package UPS attempted to deliver while I was at Pat's penthouse party. Wonder what UPS has for me? Hey! What is Dale up to? Watch out Rick..he is on your balcony! Judy
[ April 03, 2005, 01:43 PM: Message edited by: Judy Pate ]
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
Gosh-darned cat won't come back home no matter what I do! Now he's upstairs!! (hahahahaha)
Chicken & Shrimp Caesar salad at my place tonight - anyone coming? Nice bottle of Pinot Grigio on ice and I even made chocolate cupcakes for desert.
I'll have the hoop game on too if anyone wants to watch.
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
All I can say is that damn music coming from upstairs. I can hear that guy saying... "ah-oneannatwo..." Sheesh. Myra's music was much better.
Posted by Rick Beisiegel (Member # 3723) on :
Some dude is on my balcony! Hey, he's doing a pretty nice job on that sign. Hey dude, you want a cup of coffee? Oh, and hey, I am glad that english guy moved his laundry. I thought Ray was gonna cut that line down!
Posted by Judy Pate (Member # 237) on :
Ok...How is it that Dale is working in two locations? Judy
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
Bicycle, that Donny Osmond music has got to stop! That and those damn Jackson 5 records and if you have one more disco night, we are going to have words...
and I thought that Wagner stuff was bad...
Posted by Don Coplen (Member # 127) on :
Looks like I've finally got myself an apartment where I'm not gonna hit my head on the doorframe! Just got an email from the landlord confirming I'm the mystery tenant.
Nobody noticed the high ceilings?
Posted by david butler (Member # 591) on :
That's right Don...and Judy was the first to guess this one, her major prize should arrive sometime tomorrow...hopefully she'll be there to sign for it. Oh and yes this can now be reported about the Flying Biscuit floor (the one with all the yellow tape)...a few of the tennants had reported seeing some white powdery substance about Marks place...turns out it was Bisquick...that's all...just some Bisquick mix that had been spilt...not sure what he's been using that for but you can all rest easy now knowing that I'm sure.
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
Alright! New neighbors! Welcome to the neighborhood, BJD!\
I bet you don't have disco nights at your house, eh?
That sock on my balcony is going to make one heck of a pounce bag.
Posted by John Deaton III (Member # 925) on :
Alright! Who was taking a leak off their balcony?! You hit my dog right on the head! He still aint quit barking. Thinks somethin weird is going on.
Posted by Rick Beisiegel (Member # 3723) on :
Donny Osmond????? Ha, as if.... I think Deaton is the one playing the Osmond 8-Tracks...
"and they call it puppy looooooooove"
I have always prefered the BG's. That way I can do the John Revolta dance moves.
[ April 04, 2005, 01:09 PM: Message edited by: Rick Beisiegel ]
Posted by Judy Pate (Member # 237) on :
Hey Myra, did you accept my package from UPS? If so call me today and I'll drop by and pick it up. Mr. Bill what happened to your front door? Nettie looks like something is happenning to your egg...waiting to see what hatches out. That Dale is working in triplicate today...what a busy guy!! How did I get a location below the Englishman? Now I have to look at his laundry and on top of that some guy is standing out there. Judy
Posted by Nevman (Member # 332) on :
Whew...one heck of a party over the weekend!
Roger & Judy JUST LEFT!
After a few cups of coffee I'm gonna have to clean up and fix that sign that Don kept bumping into.
Gonna be out of town next weekend but Nettie has a key; just be sure to lock it up when you leave.
BTW Janette...I saw that cat stalking the nest. Just thought you'd like to know.
Dale, you touch my sign and i will have to take action! Just put the brush down and back away from the sign... just make sure your rigging harness is attached to something first.
Go ahead, Bicycle... deny it. I taped recorded the tunes coming out of your place. I was going to play it at your "Association" meeting. That should be sometime when? The day after never?
Posted by Dan Sawatzky (Member # 88) on :
Now the cat is on our porch. Phoebe likes it, but Ditto is going nuts! She, being the ferocious 4 lb dog she is, doesn't care much for cats, especially those biger than her.
While I suspected this might be a kinda wierd neighborhood when we moved in I had no idea it would be like this...
-grampa dan
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
Dan, BTW, I'd be happy to babysit for Phoebe if you want to go party at Pat's house. That is if I can visit with my cat while I'm there!
Posted by Dan Sawatzky (Member # 88) on :
I nioticed the stretched walls in your suite Don and at first figured they might have cut down the walls of the Texan and Okie to accomdate your needs for higher ceilings!
What kind of bird is hatching at Netties? I'm going to put a harness on little Phoebe so it can't carry her away.
-grampa dan
Posted by Raymond Chapman (Member # 361) on :
What a wierd place! Who's that guy in the flannel shirt and what's he doing standing on the clothes line...or whatever that is.
Are there any building codes in this place. Every time I look out the window there is some guy out there painting up everyone's wall.
I noticed that tall guy has already torn up the sign on the penthouse terrace. Must be the same guy that broke Bill's door.
How did the landlord jack up the building a put a new foyer in the place. And I was only gone for a few days. And how does he add those apartments under me - they were not there when I left Friday. I'm going to have to start staying home on the weekend, this thing is just getting too strange.
Hey, I heard that remark about the short Texan. Listen, my legs may be short but they go all the way to the ground. This place is really changing...must be all those Yankees moving in. But I guess we can all get along together.
Now, I've heard it all. There's a guy in this building from a foreign country. Does he have his green card? Must be smoking something - he has this silly grin on his face all the time. Thinks he's a dragon or something.
[ April 04, 2005, 06:11 PM: Message edited by: Raymond Chapman ]
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
Is Dale taking a whiz behind that bush? Is is evil twin raiding the Penthouse cooker? Is his other evil twin complaining about the lack of herbage at Deaton's place? Hey BJD, we ALL know the biggest cash crop in Kentucky, OK?
On a more serious note... to whoever paid Pat King's rent... that is a very cool thing to do. Gosh, we miss him.
Posted by Judy Pate (Member # 237) on :
Guess my package is lost forever. Anybody seen my package from UPS? What's with the blue ribbon on the "Okies" building? Did the Hyterical Society give him an award? Looks like Mark's Bisquik got Nettie's bird or else we're gonna have biscuits & eggs for brunch. Judy
Posted by Dan Sawatzky (Member # 88) on :
I'd check with Gary Godby regarding your package Judy... not that I was looking into his windows or anything.
The greenery seems to be out of control... sort of looks like the landlords beard.
And that package of Bisquick has sprouted wings... I think its the great speckled bird or maybe the flying flapjack!
Oh yeah... and tell the Texan I don't have a green card, but I DO have an artistic licence which trumps a green card any day!
The building seems nice and quiet for now, but then again its past midnightand everybody must be tired from the big shindig of last night... no telling what tomorrow will bring.
G'nite Johnboy...
-grampa dan
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
Goodnite, Daddy.
Posted by Judy Pate (Member # 237) on :
Thanks for the information regarding my package Dan. Hey Gary, can you send my package on up to my place? Dan maybe the Bisquick with wings is a "flying biscuit" being born. The Englishman is losing his laundry all over the place. Isn't there some kinda law against spreading dirty laundry? Call the Sign Police somebody. At least I don't have to look at all his laundry from my side window now. Judy
[ April 05, 2005, 08:07 AM: Message edited by: Judy Pate ]
Posted by Rick Beisiegel (Member # 3723) on :
I'm tellin ya.....Between Deaton's loud Carpenters music and the Englishman's outta control laundry....can you say ASSOCIATION???
"We've only just begun.. to live... white lace and promises, a kiss for luck and were on our way" Turn it off John!
[ April 05, 2005, 09:19 AM: Message edited by: Rick Beisiegel ]
Posted by Raymond Chapman (Member # 361) on :
Seen the blue ribbon yet? Yep, it's just Yearwood winning still another contest. At least this time it isn't that landscaping trailer.
Posted by Dan Sawatzky (Member # 88) on :
I don't want to know what the dude is doing at the bottom of the building in the shadows... but the plants seem to like it!
I see the little Texan now has moved OVER the Okie prize winner... good for you Raymond. You know this could be the start of a bidding war.
-grampa dan
Posted by bill riedel (Member # 607) on :
When I looked out my appartment window I saw someone catch a package on their fishing line and it was being reeled up to the floors above me. Poor Judy.
Posted by bill riedel (Member # 607) on :
In response to Jay Allen's post, I am very proud that I introduced Ray and Renata to the Letterheads. About the appartments, there was a good saying in New York that went "Help keep the city clean, eat a pigeon a day". Oh yes, who is that lettering my door?
Posted by John Deaton III (Member # 925) on :
Tsk tsk Rick. You aint listenin'. Thats Lynrd Skynrd doing the songs of the carpenters. Ive got the only copy. We've only just begun... to ROCK! Dont make me pull out my Jerry Lee Lewis records. Ill boogie woogie the building down!
Posted by Checkers (Member # 63) on :
Hey, you guys are getting way outta hand! I thought about moving in, but I'd never sleep or be able to get anything done! For the people that would rather a more sophisticated place without all the rif-raf, please feel free to give me a buzz. Here's what I have to offer...
The design is something that I put together over time in Corel. It's my dream shop and residence. On a more serious note, and I don't know if it's been suggested yet, but what about offering limited edition prints of the building once everyone's moved in? It would be a nice addition to any shop wall.
Havin' fun,
Checkers
Posted by Rick Beisiegel (Member # 3723) on :
It's a bird, it's a plane....it's a flying Bisquick!! Kimberly, your cat is at my place. Dixie, my shih tzu, likes to bark at him, but I want let her out to chase him. Maybe he will come home soon.
Hey Bruce...just how did you get my package? Bill told me that he saw my package being reeled past his place. What gives? Judy
[ April 05, 2005, 10:40 PM: Message edited by: Judy Pate ]
Posted by Santo (Member # 411) on :
Whose pants are those hanging on my railing? They won't fit, I already tried they on. Can somebody give me a hand getting a piano up to my place?
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
Hey you guys, You should see the stuff Judy gets sent to her place! Oh my! I am still blushing! Think I just might keep this stuff, too! Hehehehehehehehehehehehehe!
Posted by Judy Pate (Member # 237) on :
It's a surprise package to me...tell me what is in it,Bruce? Should I send Dixie right down to fetch it?
[ April 06, 2005, 08:52 PM: Message edited by: Judy Pate ]
Posted by Jackie B (Member # 186) on :
Hey Butterfield - quit stealing my Chocolates!! I was saving those to bring to one of Kimberly's Gourmet dinners - wanted to share them for dessert. (Bet ya can't eat just one!). Shoot . . . I'll just hold a "Ladies Only" Chocolate Party cuz I know there won't be any left in your basket. Bomba-Dear
Posted by Raymond Chapman (Member # 361) on :
When I went out to get the paper this morning I found Yearwood's ribbon against my front door. What's with that?
Oops...did I go too far and say the wrong thing? My apology Mark...you're still the best in my book.
Posted by Don Coplen (Member # 127) on :
The yellow ribbon on my balcony is for my kid, Josh. He's in "only God knows where", Afghanistan for the next 12-18 months. Prayers for his safe return are appreciated.
This morning, a report of another helicopter goin down in Afghanistan. At least 9 sons dead.
I sure wish I knew where he was, so I wouldn't freak out every time there's a report like this. But he isn't allowed to say, for obvious reasons. The eyes are getting regular flushings these days.
Edited to add;
Coplen, Joshua 212th MP Company APO AE 09354
in case anybody wanted to know.
[ April 06, 2005, 11:14 AM: Message edited by: Don Coplen ]
Posted by Jane Diaz (Member # 595) on :
We will all pray for your son Don. I think everyone is touched in some way by our boys over there or knows someone that has relatives or friends over there. Some of these poor guys have had to go back more than once to serve over there. We all need to remember them ALL in our thoughts! Hang in there, Don!
Posted by Rick Beisiegel (Member # 3723) on :
All this talk about this phantom chocolate! I am doubting it even exists. However, I could be persuaded. How bout I drop a rope with a basket down to you Jackie....can you hook a sign brother up? How much rope do I need for 9 stories anyways?
Posted by Jay Allen (Member # 195) on :
After all that Don's been through this past year, I have to imagine that the nuttiness here in the Renata Building is quite a distraction - and a welcome one at that.
All that's goin' on with him in his life and he still donates time and talents to this cause.
Sometimes I feel woefully inadequate - and damn lucky.
I was always taught 'good begets good - and bad begets bad'. Somehow I think Don doesn't have to worry about his son's safety. His actions here seem to dictate that a spirit will be watching over his son if that old adage holds true.
Three 'whoops' for Don - and one more for his son's safety and well being.
WHOOP WHOOP WHOOP!!
WHOOP!!
Posted by Jackie B (Member # 186) on :
Hey Rick, plant one of those "magic vines" and shimmy on down. But you'll probably hafta battle the ladies for a truffle or two.
Don - sending loads of good wishes for your son's safe return!!
Bomba-Dear
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
Okay Dale! Whatcha paintin' on the side of my place?
Baked Ziti with a green salad and garlic bread for dinner tonight folks. Come one, come all but BYO Chianti.
Posted by Jackie B (Member # 186) on :
I'll bring the dessert - Chocolates - that is, if no one steals 'em before then! Butterfield, I invite you to bring along what's left. I got some great Mousse . . . mmmmmmm. Bomba-Dear
Posted by Judy Pate (Member # 237) on :
Ok Mr. Rick..send my package on up and no peeking inside like Bruce did. Kimberly count me in for dinner but I will bring sweet ice tea for my beverage. I see your cat finally made it back home...looks like he took care of Jill's chocolates. Chocolates or chocolate mousse sounds great for dessert,Jackie. Don, seems there is still a bit of wind down where you live. Praying for your son's safe return. I see the Bisquick birdie has taken flight..watch out below! Judy
[ April 06, 2005, 10:29 PM: Message edited by: Judy Pate ]
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
quote: but I will bring sweet ice tea for my beverage
That's what I'm having with mine tonight too Judy!
Posted by Dale Manor (Member # 4858) on :
Geez, I go away for the weekend to attend a race with my daughter and 150,000 other Nascar nuts and come back to find out I've been cloned!
What kind of a freakish building did I move into.....at least I have good neighbors...well at least some of them???
BTW, which one of you has the cloning machine? And can you possibly whip me up a copy of Halley Barry?
Hey Kim, I think you better cut back on the twinkie treats for your cat....gettin' a bit pudgy there!
I wish I had been here to see what has been going on!
Hey Don, hope your son is safe and far from harm over there!
Kim, can I come to your place to eat? All I have in my place is fish sticks and bulletin enamel....
take care
Posted by Judy Pate (Member # 237) on :
Well...I guess my package is history. I see the empty box at Michael Clark's place. Does Kimberly's cat know what happened to my package? Judy
[ April 06, 2005, 10:36 PM: Message edited by: Judy Pate ]
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
Dang! What have you people been feeding my cat!?!?!??!?!? Gonna have to buy a kitty treadmill for him.
Posted by John Deaton III (Member # 925) on :
Yall let me know if any cops come around. My cash crop is coming in... Planted poke sallet in the back yard. "Poke sallet that delicious tasting stuff... "Poke sallet I cant never get enough...
Oh yeah, Jessica Simpson is coming by later. Wants me to draw a toon of her in her "Daisy Duke" outfit. "Just good ol boys, never meaning no harm..."
Posted by Dan Sawatzky (Member # 88) on :
Hey! I thought Raymond was an honest guy, but I see he has scarfed your ribbon Mark. Did he get your flag too?
If that dude on the roof doesn't share his barbeque he may just end up looking like Kimberly's cat
DId you notice the top half of the building levitating right above my suite.... I don't know how that happened... honest!
I suspect there's a great corn roast coming up soon too!
And I see the landlord finally fixed Bill's window. 'bout time! He needs to get out his hedge clippers soon too.
Its great to see so much support for this great cause!
-grampa dan
Posted by bill riedel (Member # 607) on :
I would like to know when the high speed elevator is going to be installed. This building is getting so big that it would be easier to climb a mountain than do all those stairs. I was lucky to get in on the lower floor.
Posted by Nevman (Member # 332) on :
Jackie & Kimberly...I think the cat ate all of the chocolate - not Butterfield. Better stock up on some serious kitty litter Kim.
Dan, don't worry about me blowing up, Dale comes by from time-to-time to finish off all of the leftovers from the parties.
Riedel...I like the idea of an elevator but I've been thinking about getting a helicopter for my commute.
I'm gonna be away this weekend so could someone keep an eye on that Bisquick bird...I'm worried about big biscuit bombs on my patio and grille. I'd ask Kimberly to send up her cat to get it, but I think the poor thing might pop!
Don - your boy is in my thoughts and prayers.
Have a good weekend y'all.
Posted by Raymond Chapman (Member # 361) on :
Sorry about the flag. Was that a flag? I just thought it was more of that British guy's laundry that has been flying around. I used it for a paint rag...but you can have it back anytime Mark.
I still don't know the story about the blue ribbon.
Like I've said before, sometimes I have no idea what I'm doing. Maybe I did move the ribbon and just don't remember. Senior moment, you know.
Don, like all the rest of us, I pray the best for your son, and for you. It has to be hard to not know and to not be able to protect him like you did when he was young.
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
Alright! Who dropped the sock on my balcony? What is this some frat house?!?!
Catherine, I think my cat's hiding out at your place again. Tell him to get his rather ample butt home.
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
I think we'll have dinner in my dining room tonight rather than out on the patio. I'll even use the crystal and china.
Sautéed scallops of veal with mushrooms and shallots in a Vermouth Cream Sauce. Rice pilaf and sautéed zucchini.
Lemon meringue pie for dessert.
Please RSVP as I need to know how much veal to buy.
Posted by Duncan Wilkie (Member # 132) on :
I'll be there...I'll bring the Kibbles and a little something for the cat. :>
Posted by Raymond Chapman (Member # 361) on :
Sounds nice Kim, but is that anything like okra and fried 'maters? Veal? Them's fighting words in Texas.
[ April 08, 2005, 04:26 PM: Message edited by: Raymond Chapman ]
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
Tell you what Ray, I'll make yours with Chicken, okay? :-)
Posted by Raymond Chapman (Member # 361) on :
Yard Bird would do just fine. Thank you for the adjustment. I'll bring some fresh onions.
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
We have kittens!!! And here everyone was making fun of my cat for being fat! Hahahahahahaha
I think we'd better chip in and hire a gardener though - pretty soon that place is gonna be covered.
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
Yo, BJD!... you gonna bogart that "cash crop" or what? C'mon... let's make this a joint effort. I just can't leaf it alone, you know. C'mon over for dinner... it will be pot luck, Bud....
You could be one baked Tater!
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
Very cool! We now have a guard dog for the building! Dusty can be found at the door to Samantha's place watching out for us all.
Is there gonna be a big birthday party at Mark Fair's place tomorrow?
Posted by Catharine C. Kennedy (Member # 4459) on :
Hey- can I get one of the kittens for my place- should be enough, now, to go around! Cat
Posted by Judy Pate (Member # 237) on :
Hello everybody! Just got home from the Dixie meet. What's been going on around here while I was away? I see my package is at Santo's place and appears to have something green in it. Hummm..wonder what this is? Judy
Posted by Santo (Member # 411) on :
When I got home, there were stray cats all over the place. What's going on? Was somebody in heat?
Posted by Rick Beisiegel (Member # 3723) on :
Hey Big John Deaton:
Is that Foghat???? Now, that's more like it! That Donny & Marie music has got to go!! I think Bruce got a new Beatles album from Ebay....at least that's my best guess. Hey Bruce, UPS delivered your package to me....can I burn a copy?
Posted by Judy Pate (Member # 237) on :
Looks like the Flying Biscuit is "rollin" in the dough! Welcome to the neighborhood Sonny! Where is the gardener? Looks like that vine is out of control....pretty soon we're gonna be intertwined! Judy
[ April 12, 2005, 11:12 AM: Message edited by: Judy Pate ]
Posted by Sonny Franks (Member # 588) on :
Hey, I just moved in - looks like a crazy bunch in this building - keg party at my place Saturday night!
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
No, no Beatles music here... That was my old Black Sabbath eight tracks you heard....
Posted by Rick Beisiegel (Member # 3723) on :
Welcome to town Sonny!
If Deaton's Streisand music gets to you, just pitch some tater peels onto his balcony...He'll get the idea.
"Memories................"
[ April 12, 2005, 08:40 AM: Message edited by: Rick Beisiegel ]
Posted by bill riedel (Member # 607) on :
What is that hanging over my name? And who put it there? Did it fall from the apt. above? Why couldn't it be a box of chocolates? That would be much better. When will we be seeing Jack climbing that giant beanstalk? Is that enough of questions for today?
Posted by Santo (Member # 411) on :
As far as I can tell, those items didn't come from up here, Bill. I'm not missing anything, but whose knows what was in that box on my balcony, before it was opened. Miz Judy, is this yours? Does Roger know about this?
Posted by Judy Pate (Member # 237) on :
Those kittens are not mine,Santo. I believe someone emptied my package somewhere along the line. Bruce, who has the contents of my package? Last time I saw it unopened it was at your place. It seems Kimberly's cat used the empty box to deliver her kittens. I'm with you Bill...I think Jack will be along soon to climb this bean stalk. Judy
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
I always knew that Fair guy makes BIG money! Wowzaaaaaaaaaah! Look at the size of the bankroll!
Posted by Rick Beisiegel (Member # 3723) on :
Hey!
Aren't those clothes dry yet?
Wassup with that?
Posted by david butler (Member # 591) on :
Good Morning Tennants, This is Suze.We thought we should post an explaination as to the abscence of the Landlord and his antics.I have him working! Just kidding..he really does work daily.We have some deadlines to meet for the Grand Opening of the Sign Museum which by the way is April 28 05 in Cincinnati.He is doing some glass work that he really does enjoy.We do so enjoy this apartment building project and will return soon. You are the ones that have made this possible and we appreciate your giving ways. We should all learn from you.Thank you so much.He will return soon. Suze
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
LOL Suze, My daughter Samantha checks on the apartment first thing when she gets up and usually later in the day...I tried to explain to her that David actually has a job and life! I think I got through to her yesterday but she still keeps checking. :-) :-)
Notice how well behaved we've all been in your absence? Hahahahahahaha
Posted by Raymond Chapman (Member # 361) on :
Suze - tell the Landlord that we miss his presence, but know that he has a lot of things on the fire for the museum. Just like this place, he gives of his abilities very freely...but that is translated into time, a lot of time.
I'm sure the inmates will remain calm, cool, and collected until he can return.
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
Hey, Let's go TP Chapman's place....
Posted by Rick Beisiegel (Member # 3723) on :
I'm in!
Posted by Jane Diaz (Member # 595) on :
You guys better watch out. I heard from a good source that the sign police, just down the street, are on to your caper. They are just WAITING for you to try something like this!
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
Ok... We could put on disguises and "accidently" drop some Diaz Sign Art cards at the scene...
Posted by bill riedel (Member # 607) on :
OK, enough already, how do I get the laundry off of my sign? My name has been covered for a couple of weeks. Who do I have to see to have it removed? The landlord is away and someone must be in chargeof this complex.
Posted by Raymond Chapman (Member # 361) on :
This place really gets quite when the landlord leaves. I hardly know what I'm doing anymore.
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
Nice casual supper at my place tonight - gonna be watching the Giants/Diamondbacks game. Come on over.
Posted by Duncan Wilkie (Member # 132) on :
Is your cat gonna hang a lick'n on me again Kimberly??
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
Bicycle, I have 15 rolls of Quilted Northern... you ready?
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
You guys gonna TP Yearwood's place?
Posted by Rick Beisiegel (Member # 3723) on :
I'm ready dude! I think we need to rig it to look like the Englander did it. You think Deaton will help us out??.......
On second thought, I'll take the quilted stuff and get some one-ply no name stuff for the "deed" After all, everybody needs to be pampered, and what better way to spoil a Michigander sign guy like myself than with quilted TP??
[ April 21, 2005, 08:02 AM: Message edited by: Rick Beisiegel ]
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
I got 23 and 1/2 rolls of one ply sandpaper substitute here... I will save the good stuff.
That Yearwood would be a likely candidate... He is just too nice of a guy to let him slide past... LOL!
The three of us will get someone really good...
Posted by Mark Yearwood (Member # 2723) on :
I leave for a few days to get some work done and come back to find people plotting against me.
I hope that double sticky tape that I hung my sign with holds. I would hate for it to fall on someone's head.
Posted by John Deaton III (Member # 925) on :
I got me a big ass dog on the back porch now. Big ol overgrown basset hound. He dont bite, he swallows. He'll eat dang near anything, so dont get none o' that tp around him. He'll be pooping tp for a month. Well heck, that'll make his butt an automatic wiper wont it? He dont like cats either. So tether them felines!
Posted by Judy Pate (Member # 237) on :
I sure wish the landlord would contact a yard man about this vine that is growing out of control on our building. And I reckon I'll never get the contents of my package. John, can I borrow your dog to find it? Send him to Bruce's place first..he was the first one to open the package. Hey but watch out the box is now full of kittens on Santo's porch. Judy
[ April 22, 2005, 09:00 AM: Message edited by: Judy Pate ]
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
Hey, I wore what I found in the box, OK? You don't want it back... Hahahahahaha!
Posted by Nevman (Member # 332) on :
I just wish that Meyer guy would go away...it's been like two weeks now and he keeps eating all of my buffalo burgers.
And there is nothing in my apartment that doesn't have lettering on it anymore - even the kids and the dog.
[ April 25, 2005, 08:27 AM: Message edited by: Nevman ]
Posted by Judy Pate (Member # 237) on :
Okay Bruce, you keep whatever was in my package but you have got to post of picture of you wearing it here! :)Deal! Judy
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
Judy, I don't think anyone here is ready for that pic, especially me...
Posted by Rick Beisiegel (Member # 3723) on :
Hey
The landlord made my sign out of coroplast! Wassup with that? Do we need to talk? Or does that indicate a short term lease?
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
Okay, super cool! Dusty is now up on the roof guarding the whole building and Samantha even has a kitten now but where in the heck did my cat go?!
Hahahahaha! Birthday party at Sam's place on Tuesday!!!
Posted by Judy Pate (Member # 237) on :
Hey Kimberly, I see that there are 5 kittens roaming about the building too! I see your cat at Raymond Chapman's place. Mr. Bill, is that my package at your front door? Well...the vine has grown almost to the penthouse.What do you say we get out our Exacto knives and start cutting? Judy
Posted by bill riedel (Member # 607) on :
Finally, someone reclaimed their shorts that were hanging over my sign an now there is a package at my door. Could it be the mystery package of Judy Pate's? I hope it isn't a bomb.
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
Sorry I have been around... Me and Bicyle got busted lurking in the back of the building, armed with numerous rolls of TP. Sgt. McGillicutty of the LSP nabbed us just as Rick was rearing back to fire the first roll.
Bill said he was going to meet us but I guess his Geritol hadn't kicked in yet and he was running late. Maybe he got a last minute tee time and decided to give us the ditch and go shoot nine at the all-nite executive course down the street.
These cats are driving me nuts. I am going to have get my doggies up there. I would tell you about them but it is Dana's job to bore you all with her dog stories. I sure wouldn't want to steal her thunder, you know?
I have been waiting for Bushie to stop by because he was going to give me lessons in the proper drinking of cases of high grade lagers. Boy, I sure got thirsty sitting there at the cop shop waiting to get bailed out.
Well, I have go and try to snag that box. I truly loved the contents of the last one and if'n this one is as good, it will be a bonanza! Woo hoo!
Posted by Jill Marie Welsh (Member # 1912) on :
Broooce, you better hope that nobody messes with your place while you & the Mrs. are staying over at my place this weekend! Pass the Town Talk, eh? Love....Jill
Posted by bill riedel (Member # 607) on :
You got it right Bruce, it was such a beautiful day I just coundn't resist going to the golf course.
Posted by Rick Beisiegel (Member # 3723) on :
Jill
Make it easier, and you can move here! I promise Bruce and I won't TP yer place. As a matter of fact, we can help you till Stevo shows up.
[ May 05, 2005, 10:10 AM: Message edited by: Rick Beisiegel ]
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
Man, pass that chipped ham! Town Talk and chipped ham... Could life get any freakin' better?!?!?!?!
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
UH, HELLLLOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WOULD SOMEBODY PLEASE CALL THE GARDENER?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!
[ May 07, 2005, 11:49 PM: Message edited by: Kimberly Zanetti ]
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
Hi This is Samantha...I tried to register under my own name but the vines on the building seems to be causing problems with my computer.
I was SO worried when I saw the vines that something may have happened to Dusty but once I scrolled down I saw that she's not only okay but she's still protecting the whole place. Isn't she the best dog ever?!
Posted by Dan Sawatzky (Member # 88) on :
Here's the proof of what happens when you got a absentee landlord... the rent is still due and the building goes to pot. I'll tell ya! It's time for agent orange!
-gramap dan
Posted by Sonny Franks (Member # 588) on :
Who planted the KUDZU? We need some goats, quick.
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
Stay tuned! We've got a new resident moving in!!!
Posted by Jay Allen (Member # 195) on :
Congrats, Sonny!!! You recognised the "vines" for what they really are . . . KUDZU!!
For you folks ain't never been to the South, this stuff grows everywhere - on everything - roads, telephone wires, houses, barns, rocks . . . you name it. Tough stuff. Stand still long enough and it'll wind up on you.
HEY - the silent auction starts this week - hopefully on Monday. We have some great stuff to accessorize your apartments in the Renata Building!! Keep your eye on the BB for more info.
And there's still time to donate if you'd like to include anything in the auction. Just send me an email and let me know.
From original sign art - to fine art - to old sign books - we have it all. Heck, we're even auctioning Gary Anderson off!! How cool will that be?
[ May 09, 2005, 02:43 PM: Message edited by: Rick Beisiegel ]
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
False alarm, Clay was going to move in but it looks like we're full up!
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
Alright everyone...we've been living here rent free this whole time - time to cough it up! Let's make this as easy on Jay as possible...please get your pledge money in ASAP. It's been great having you as neighbors. One last dinner at my place tonight - see you there.
Posted by david butler (Member # 591) on :
Judy...that package has just now been recovered and not a minute too soon. Enough Kudzu B-Gone to take care of this mess I believe. Dusty has been put inside for a few days while this problem is being taken care of so...here's the scoop...everyone here must follow these instructions to a "T"...Number 1-come on down to the lobby here and grab up one of the spray bottles (there are enough for all) Number 2-in this order...put 2 squeezes of part 1 into your spray bottle. Number 3-into that same spray bottle put 1 squeeze of part 2. Number 4- return to your floor and spray entire contents onto the leaves just outside your windows (both sides). Number 5-go and bid on something in the silent auction for Renata. http://www.davidbutler.com/highrise.html Posted by Dan Sawatzky (Member # 88) on :
Our pledge money is on the way this morning.... and I think we are still high bid on two items in the auction... but of course someone keeps upping my bids -almost as soon as I one-up the person pne-upping me. The fighting may just get fierce before we are all done.
-grampa dan
Posted by Judy Pate (Member # 237) on :
Well..it's about time that kudzu killer got here. I'm coming right down to get my Kudzu B-Gone since I can't even see sunlight at my place. Judy
Posted by Nevman (Member # 332) on :
Dave and all...I don't want to start a flap about mixing your own defoliant but I believe that you can get the same results using Rapid Remover. One step - no mixing - and the same results time after time.