This is not a joke.
Posted by Mark Perkins (Member # 296) on :
at least piercing was only mispelled once
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
Yikes. :-(
Posted by Jill Marie Welsh (Member # 1912) on :
Say it ain't so, Mikey! Who will Elmer have to complain to? I do think it's true, because your sign is down. Where are you headed to? love....Jill
Posted by Bill Diaz (Member # 2549) on :
How long do you think it will take Mazeppa to realize that the best thing it had going for it is no longer there? It's worse than when the Cubs traded, Lou Brock.
I hope your absence leaves the town feeling empty and ashamed. I hope you flourish in your new surroundings and are appreciated and respected as you should be. I hope Mazeppa begs you to come back and offers you the world, and you tell them "NOT HAPPENIN' ... YOU HAD YOUR CHANCE ... YOU BLEW IT ... NOW YOU MUST SUFFER!!!
hahahahahahhahahhahhahh!!!!!!!!!!!!!
That was cruel -- twernt it! Oh well, what can you do? Life goes on.
Posted by Duncan Wilkie (Member # 132) on :
That's big news! I hope you're moving somewhere that has Snow and hockey. Best of Luck to you guys where ever you go. Mazeppa's going to be pretty ordinary without the Orange and Blue.
Posted by Jane Diaz (Member # 595) on :
Hey, maybe you can help them out by showing the postmaster how to get a plotter on e-bay!? Maybe NOT!
I just remember walking around in that shop and looking at all those works of art....what a MOVE! Sorry you have to tear up roots, Mike, but on the other hand, maybe change will be a good thing! Who knows!? An adventure in your life, if you look at it like that. Keep us all posted where you "land".
Posted by Stevo Chartrand (Member # 2094) on :
Wow! They'll miss you there fir sure, especially Elmer. "Jimminy chrischtamsch colombusch coroplascht!"
Best of luck to ya Mike!!!!!
Schtevo
Posted by Miles Cullinane (Member # 980) on :
best of luck to Mike, wherever you end up. hope to see you at some walldog meet some day.
Miles
Posted by Si Allen (Member # 420) on :
OK! Now tell us where the orange and blue will land!
Where ever you land, I'm sure it will work out good for you!
Best wishes!
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
So, you have a great life, then! Yahfersher. Youbetcha even!
Posted by Rod Tickle (Member # 575) on :
WOW! crazy news mike! Whats going on up there? Are ya coming to the land down under? are ya taking elmer and "cosmic bob"? So many questions..
Mate ALL the BEST to you and your family inyour new adventure. keep us posted!
Cheers mate. Thanks for everythink you did for me) Rod
Posted by Rod Tickle (Member # 575) on :
I just had another thought. Isnt it funny how you sell your shop to some one, and they get some one else to do there signage. sounds like this place! Aint loyalty grand! Love how they spelled it wong too.. kills me!
Again.. GOOD luck mate!
Rod
Posted by Barry Branscum (Member # 445) on :
Best of luck to ya Mike!
Posted by Dave Utter (Member # 634) on :
Man, it's gonna take a fleet of semis to move all of your shtuff. So come on Mike, where ya goin', huh, huh? inquiring minds want to know.
Posted by John Lennig (Member # 2455) on :
Like They Say...."if you go there, WE WILL FOLLOW!"
New Adventures, makes Good Life...anon
All the Best to you ALL!
John
Posted by Dave Grundy (Member # 103) on :
Have FUN wherever you go or whatever you do Mike.
Posted by Kurt Gaber (Member # 256) on :
Wow Mike, that was quicker than I expected. Best of luck to you. I hope everything pans out for you on your new venture. You can always shack up with Lloyd and live on cheese popcorn if your willing to relocate to downtown Chippewa Falls.
"What time you came?"
Posted by Steve Shortreed (Member # 436) on :
I'm still not convinced, but if this is true, someone out there needs to be concerned. There's a real signguy coming to their town.
Give us a call Mike. Sometimes I get so caught up in my own troubles and forget that my life is not the only one changing.
Posted by Judy Pate (Member # 237) on :
Wishing you the best,Mike! Let us know where you land. Judy
Posted by Dale Manor (Member # 4858) on :
Hey Mike,
From one Mural painting Gypsy to another....best of luck in all that you do.
If you need a hand moving, let me know...my stuff is already packed!
life's a short adventure....make it a good one!
Posted by FranCisco Vargas (Member # 145) on :
Mike, you will succeed where ever you go. You adjust easy. The greatest move is the first step...
Posted by Pat Welter (Member # 785) on :
Truely sad to see Mike. Mazeppa will miss you as much as we'll miss comming there for some great memories...Let us know where your starting some new memories...and if you need a bed away from it all, you know our door is always open...Good Luck and we pray that all is a possitve move for you and your family... Thanks for the Memories in Mazeppa Mike...Pat and Ruth
Posted by Dave Sherby (Member # 698) on :
[ July 08, 2006, 12:52 PM: Message edited by: Dave Sherby ]
Posted by Dave Sherby (Member # 698) on :
I'm in shock.
Musters, the mother of all meets in the coolest shop I've ever seen, beautiful scenic drive through the hills and valleys of the Mississippi river on the way, the best surroundings ever for Letterhead meets, enjoying every minute, learning so much, .... no more.
I hope you land in a better place and start anew with your wonderful tradition of teaching so many the intricacies of our craft.
Best of luck Mike and Posted by Murray MacDonald (Member # 3558) on :
I can't help but think someone is pulling our collective leg, 'cause I can't imagine Mazeppa without Mike. Say it ain't so! But if it's true, let us all know soonest where yer goin'. Got a roof here. MUR
Posted by Suelynn Sedor (Member # 442) on :
Okay, fill us in!! Where ya going? Whatcha doing?? Enquiring minds want to know!!!
Posted by Janette Balogh (Member # 192) on :
I'm holding out for details.
What'zup?
Posted by Joey Madden (Member # 1192) on :
Mike became the born traveller and that's fantastic. I also wish him luck and hope to meet up with him soon Posted by kent moss (Member # 4295) on :
I think he won the lottery,big time.
He really loved New England while at Cam's,so maybe with all the money he bought a $300,grand motor home, pulling a big trailer full of his sign gear.
He & family will see all of beautiful New England, while painting his heart out as a old time sign snaper,waiting until fall in Salem, MA for the Bruin's 2 kick off the Hockey season,then traveling 2 Springfield, MA 2 see the famous Ice Palace at the BIG E where the legendary Eddie Shore[Mr.Hockey] won so many Calder Cups with his Springfield Indians.
His heart will bring him down the East Coast 2 see every Hockey team play in every state, while snapping between games.
True enough a dream for a man that Loves a g
Posted by Deb Fowler (Member # 1039) on :
Mike, I've always believed that to know oneself comes about by meeting others. Have a great time following your dreams and showing Eileen and Kaleb experiences they would never have staying in a small, quiet town. You've brought the world to you, and now traveling to meet the world! Maybe more will follow in your tracks. Life is short, got to follow your heart. Mine led me back home after I was gone for 30 years.
Posted by Dan Sawatzky (Member # 88) on :
I hope you find the place of your dreams to settle down and build a new life Mike.
When you remember Mazeppa I hope it is the good times, the happy memories which come to mind. Those are my memories of Mazeppa... and you made them happen. Thanks!
All the best in your journey.
-grampa dan
Posted by Bill Dirkes (Member # 1000) on :
Geez Mikey, Ya went an pulled the trigger on this one. I thought ya wuz jus ramblin... Didja take the job, or just movin on? Best to ya either way! Gotta find your bliss, my friend. Bethel Hill has a bed (or a piece of floor at least) for ya if y'ever comin thru. Good Luck, keep slinging paint!
Posted by Jill Marie Welsh (Member # 1912) on :
....it could also be the end of an era because apparently Mikey has learned how to post pix! Just pulling your chain Mike. Please do spill the details so we know where to send the pierogies. Love....Jill Posted by Rick Sacks (Member # 379) on :
You all know something that I'm missing??? I thought Mike might be referring to the ending era being a purity in a midwestern town and didn't understand him to be moving. What's up Mike?
Posted by tim meyer (Member # 1012) on :
Hello Everyone!
Mike's big brother here.......
Yes, it is true. Mike is leaving Mazeppa. And Jill, Mike didn't post that pic. My daughter did it for him, just before he and Ayleen took off for a short R&R to Sioux Falls SD. No.....that's not where he's going to. Mike's moving to neighboring Cheeseland, Sconnie - Wisconsin. There are alot of factors involved with this monumental change. I was as shocked as everyone else when I first heard of this some time ago. Last week when I saw his sign down and the inside of the shop walls bare.... a tear came to my eye. I had an empty, sad feeling. The many many nights and days spent there just gazing at the amazingly beautiful works of art..... all gone. But, it's for the better.
Mazeppa never really took him serious nor did they show much if any appreciation for him. He gave & gave to the town becuz that's where our family roots are and he was loyal to that. The type of work Mike does and wants to do, financially it wasn't working. Match that with the mental & physical health of running his own business and dealing with every expert opinionated Joe Public that walks in the door critisizing this and that.... this move will give him a fresh new exilerating outlook on life. As the saying goes, you don't know what you got til it's gone. Mazeppa will realize that too.
Mike will still be around here and there. I dunno if he'll be as active on the bullboard or at meets like he has been. Time will tell. For now though, it was a good run. Change is good. This change is going to be good for him in many ways. For anyone who is still curious about further details, you're welcome to email me direct and we can chat.
It's the end of an era and the start of a new one.
Posted by Dan Sawatzky (Member # 88) on :
I checked my atlas... and Sconnie Wisconsin must be like Yarrow, British Columbia... a great place to live but not on the map. But that is ok... Mike will soon put it there.
What town is Sconnie near... so I can figure out where it is and start planning how to get there for the next Letterhead deal at Mike's new place... perhaps the shop warming???
-grampa dan
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Posted by tim meyer (Member # 1012) on :
LOL
Even tho you're probably pullin my leg Grandpa Dan........Sconnie is a nickname for Wisconsin.
Actually, Mike's in the process of looking for a new place to move to as he's getting his present place ready to sell.
Posted by Rick Beisiegel (Member # 3723) on :
"Every new begining comes from some other begining's end"
Never met you Meyer boys, but, hope all goes well.
Posted by Bob Rochon (Member # 30) on :
they're gonna have a bitch of a time cleaning that sidewalk Posted by Deri Russell (Member # 119) on :
Isn't it a begger that the people who you grow up with are the ones that least appreciate your talents. What is with that anyway?
Good luck Mike and Aylene- not that you will need it. The talent will be appreciated elsewhere.
Posted by Steve Luck (Member # 5292) on :
I got to meet Mike in Jacksonville for the first time. He didn't know me or anything about me except from these letterville posts and replies. He walks up to me and shakes my hand and says,"Steve Luck; glad you could make it." I was floored! Many of you here that came to Jacksonville made me feel welcome and I finally feel like a part of this family. Mike was so funny and great to be around. I wish him all the best in his decision to move on. Keep us posted as to your whereabouts whenever possible and we hope to hear great news from you soon.
Good Luck hardly says what we wish to say to you from our hearts, Mike.
Sign-cerely, Steve Luck
Posted by Dan Sawatzky (Member # 88) on :
I learn somethin new every day. Sconnie, huh.
I'll remember that next time I'm through those parts.
-grampa dan
Posted by Kelly Thorson (Member # 2958) on :
“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” ~Mark Twain
May your adventure surpass your dreams!
Posted by Mark Neurohr (Member # 2470) on :
I want to wish Mike and his family the best of luck. It's apleasure knowing you and we'll see you again!! Thanks for all your help at Mars, I'll never forget it.
Oh, BTW..... all of your training panels are PROUDLY on display!
Go for it Buddy!!!!!!!
Posted by Susan Banasky (Member # 1164) on :
Mike and Ayleen, You are two very special people. You are always welcome here. Mazeppa will realize very soon the diamond they had in their midst. Their loss. If you have never met the Meyer brothers you have missed two genuine, down to earth, caring people. Tim, you will miss Mikey. Mike you inspire and delight us all with your talents, your personality, your creativity, your kindness....good luck and much happiness in all you do. Have a safe journey....
Posted by Scott Telfer (Member # 3949) on :
Cant Believe it....Didnt realise Gerry bought the place Mike.. I know you love what you do whatever town your in and I'll never forget the place...who would have thought a dodgy Signpainter from the South Side of Glasgow would be riding Shotgun down Mazeppa mainstreet in Eric's Truck, playing the Kazoo waving a Scotland Flag while being escorted by a Stripper on a Buffalo...I still think I dreamt that.. All the best guys ..I'm sure you'll love the fresh start..
As quoted from the Shawshank Redemption... Fear will hold you prisoner...Only hope will set you free.
Talk to you soon bud.
Posted by Cam Bortz (Member # 55) on :
As one of a few people with whom Mike talked at length about this, I think it's going to be a good move. The details of where he's going and what he's doing are his to explain, not mine, but what it comes down to is that he's outgrown Mazeppa.
I'm gonna miss that place, and more than ever I regret not making it to the Winter Muster (I went last year and in '99) More than that, Mazeppa will miss Mike Meyer. Towns do this all the time; they show little or no appreciation for what kind of impact an individual can have on the character of a community, and in this case they really stepped on their collective cranks. Without Mike, people are still going to say "Where the Hell is Mazeppa?" - but now they'll truly mean it.
Posted by Roy Frisby (Member # 736) on :
Mike, It was great meeting you in Jacksonville and being a small part of that memorable event called the Jacksonville Walldog Extravaganza. I wish you the very best in whatever you undertake. You will be missed in Mazeppa. Take care my friend. Posted by Mike O'Neill (Member # 470) on :
Dannm !
I was gonna make it to Mazeppa one of these years, It was definitely on my "List of things to do" - now I got to scratch if off, but not for the right reason...
Posted by Donald Thompson (Member # 3726) on :
There is always a bed for you here. It may be hot and humid, but it is available. In the winter it even gets down to 35 or so here.
Posted by Felix Marcano (Member # 1833) on :
No wonder this guy wouldn't pick up the phone!
Who's gonna explain the town's history to the tourists now?
Best'o luck, Mikey. There's always somethin' down here if you need a couple weeks work/break... & there's always room for just a break!
Posted by Ray Rheaume (Member # 3794) on :
So which town is Mazzepa again?
The one who had a good thing and BLEW IT!!!!!!
Greener pastures, Mike! Rapid
Posted by Dana Bowers (Member # 780) on :
Life brings changes, whether you want them or not. Sometimes it gives us time to prepare, sometimes not.
Sounds like you've got an opportunity to pick up and move on. At least you have planning time, and its a choice on your terms, not something totally plunked in your lap whether you like it or not.
I don't think its fair to us nosey people to give us a whiff of something... then leave us hanging!!
I know with us, Bruce had something up, but it didn't work out, so something else came up, but the timing was off, so now hopefully something else will come up. UGH...!! Sounds like a defective garage door opener.
That's why hardly anyone knew anything about what was happening with us behind the scenes, so we can understand your choice to be secretive.
Appreciate that you have your moves and choices on your own time! We wish you luck in your endeavors.
[ July 11, 2006, 12:26 AM: Message edited by: Dana Bowers ]
Posted by John Deaton (Member # 925) on :
Mike Meyer is leaving mazeppa? Well, all I can say is he basically put that place on the maps, at least where letterheads are concerned. I hope wherever he is going, they decide to appreciate more what they are getting. Every community needs a Mike Meyer. He stirs things up and provides for a carnival atmosphere wherever he goes. Got a dead town? Call Mike Meyer. It wont be dead long. Good luck to you Mike and I hope wherever you end up, you are happy. Posted by KARYN BUSH (Member # 1948) on :
good luck in your move mike...you'll shine in any town! go git em!
Posted by Pierre Tardif (Member # 3229) on :
You gotta do what you gotta do...Good luck!
And find a place where your talent will be appreciated to it's true value so you can keep those brushes rolling!
Life is so good!
Posted by Wayne Osborne (Member # 4569) on :
Hey Mike, Good luck buddy, Enjoy it- wherever you land I guess we'll have to meet up again soon so you can amend those bits you signed for me.
Posted by Mark Stokes (Member # 5351) on :
Hi Mike sad news mate, people who don't know the trade can give you the ****s like this. We have not heard from you are you OK.
Posted by Randy Campbell (Member # 2675) on :
Mike I wish you all the best in your travelling SNAPPER position.
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