Anybody going to Algoma, Wi to do some walldogging in June?
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
No, I am not.
We are going to Kalamazoo, instead. Big dog show. Big. I mean big. Really big. Really, really big. The Premier and the Invitational for the UKC.
Did I mention this dog show is big?
Posted by mike meyer (Member # 542) on :
Gosh, wish I could go to the dog show too Bruce......
Bill, I'm going and helping out The "Flying Peach" aka Dave Petri, if you are thinking about it, DO IT! Bruce will be in Kalamazoo!
Posted by Jane Diaz (Member # 595) on :
We're going, Mike. We are project leaders on a wall. We just wanted to see if there were many other fun-loving souls who were ready to get up there and PAINT! From the brochures that Dave sent us, it is a BEAUTIFUL location! Oh MY! ...google Algoma, WI! Right on Lake Michigan and a great little resort town. We got our tunes ready and the brushes oiled...Anyone else? (We will miss you and Dana, Bruce. Hope you win a ribbon!)
[ May 18, 2007, 02:30 PM: Message edited by: Jane Diaz ]
Posted by Bill Diaz (Member # 2549) on :
Mike, you are the big dog they talk about when they say, "If you can't run with the ... get off the porch."
Good luck with the dog show, Bruce!
Lake Michigan's big enough to take a @*%* in and nobody will know the difference.
Posted by Adam May (Member # 4844) on :
Sarah, Beth and I are definately in.
We went up there last October to help answer questions at a planning meeting. This is gonna be a great meet. Been looking forward to it for months now.
Lots of talent. Just look at the project leaders we have comming.
Andy and Lori Goretski Bernie Geitl Bill and Jane Diaz David and Susie Butler Mike Meyer Cam Bortz Michael Clark and I think Nancy Bennett will be there too.
I cannot wait to get up there and start slingin some Paint.
I talked to peach yesterday and his head count is still low. If you are going now is the time to get ahold of Dave and register for this event.
Lots of other stuff planned but I do not want to ruin the suprise for the other atendees.
Viva La Walldogs!
Posted by dave parr (Member # 3868) on :
Woof, WOOF!
Posted by Tom & Kathy Durham (Member # 776) on :
Kat and me will be there. Let's see, we turn left at the house on the rock? Oh well, we'll just do a map quest. Anyway, looking forward to a good time and good work.
Posted by mike meyer (Member # 542) on :
Head for Green Bay, take a right on the 20 yard line at Lambeau and head East Tom...!
See ya there!
Posted by Cam Bortz (Member # 55) on :
I will be driving out from Connecticut... why? Because I have found, through repeated experience,(I'm a slow learner ) that I can't carry anything close to what I need for a Walldog meet through an airport. Plus I hate flying, being folded up and stuffed into a narrow little seat with John Candy's twin brother in the row in front of me, crushing my kneecaps for four hours So, I'm loading the truck and heading West, most likely out across Upstate NY, Erie, Cleveland and Chicago. In Chitown I'm meeting up with Alex "Philly" Falk before turning right and heading up the lake to "'Sconnie".
Just four weeks to go! Can't wait!
Posted by Bill Diaz (Member # 2549) on :
Cam, if you weren't meeting somebody in Chicago, I would get to Ludington, Mi and take the ferry across Lake Michigan and then head north or come down from the Michigan U.P. Come hell or high water I would avoid the traffic and congestion of Gary and Hammond, In which might just be the worse in the country. Whenever I've been on 80 in Chicagoland's southeast burbs I've been close to having to wear a straight jacket ... well at least in need of some serious medication. Good luck ... I can relate to the flying experience. We'll work on getting relaxed once you get there.
Posted by Jane Diaz (Member # 595) on :
If ever there was a town that would be an excellent vacation spot for the family, this is it! You can work on the walls while the rest of the "troups" can do goofy golf, water sports, shop, etc. There is a winery, antique shops, boutiques, and and art gallery, according to their town web site....I'm telling you, this one is not to be missed!!!
Posted by mike meyer (Member # 542) on :
Come on Bill, yur gonna scare people, I've driven thru Chi-town at all times of the day and it ain't no big deal....The Ludington ferry only goes real early and 5-6 PM..5 years ago it was $180 dollars for me, my gal and my son in a 92 astro....it takes 4 hours. It's probably alot more money now. I figgered it was faster and cheaper to drive around....more to see going south. Give em Hell Cam!
Posted by Bill Diaz (Member # 2549) on :
You're most assuredly correct on the subject, Mike. $180 ... that's pretty scary, besides I don't picture Cam being afraid of much. I'm just trying to mess with him. Being from the East he might find the drive similar to a stroll in the park.
I, however, am scared of just about everything, even Jane and my weiner dog, and they're good natured just about all the time. It's age and sheer oneryness that has caused advanced senility to come over me. Wait a minute, I think I hear my walker calling me.
Posted by mike meyer (Member # 542) on :
Walldogs are kind to the Elderly as well.... Here Bill, here's yur Cocoa and I turned the Cubbies game on for you....too loud? Want another blanket? Go Bears!
Proud to have you as the "Senior Advisor" hahaha
Posted by Adam May (Member # 4844) on :
Are You ready? Here comes some artwork!!!
Andi and Lori Goretski
Brent Logan and Nancy Bennett
Dave Knaak
Sarah and I
and
David Butler
Bernie Gietl Posted by Adam May (Member # 4844) on :
Michael Clark
Cam Bortz
This leaves Mike Meyer. Posted by Bernie Lohmeyer (Member # 2076) on :
Thems nice................cant wait..wheres Bill and Janes....... what another late nite..........he he he he
Posted by Adam May (Member # 4844) on :
Sorry, I forgot Bill and Jane Diaz's Wall
Here it is.
Posted by Brent Logan (Member # 6587) on :
Wow! Bill, yours is just too cool. They all look great! Here's the latest version of the Brewery mural after some suggestions from Nancy & Dave. [/IMG]
Posted by mike meyer (Member # 542) on :
Aren't they sweet! I'm working on my colored artwork Peach..very soon....very soon!!
Can you smell the turps? AAAAAAAAAAAHHHH!
Posted by Roy Frisby (Member # 736) on :
If I make it to this one, it should qualify me for the "Iron Butt" group! Posted by dave parr (Member # 3868) on :
OK Roy, first we had, "Prepackaged Post Holes." Now we have, "Iron Butts." I hope the two aren't connected somehow.
dp rf
Seriously, looks like another good meet, Iron Butts and all.
Posted by mike meyer (Member # 542) on :
Hope to see you there Roy! My wife, Ayleen and I were WALLDOGGIN last night...A Wall, A DOG..it's that simple!
Barb, if you will..
[ May 24, 2007, 10:09 AM: Message edited by: Barb. Shortreed ]
Posted by mike meyer (Member # 542) on :
I let Ayleen use the Ladder this time while i was in the Genie lift..(Last time I made her use a POGO STICK!)
COME ON LET'S PAINT!!!!!!!!
UUUUUUUUUURRRRRRGGGHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!
Posted by Michael Clark (Member # 2268) on :
Hey Mike nice photos. Especially the ones of Ayleen. Those gym walls bring back fond memories. Remember to fly like the eagles.
I better show up in Algoma, since I'm scheduled to be a project leader. Everyone should pack their bags and make it to this walldog event. It will be a great time. Memories will be made and friendships will be renewed.
See you all there!
Posted by Nancie W. Phillips (Member # 3484) on :
Well, miracles do happen! It looks like we're comin' to Algoma! Yay!
Posted by mike meyer (Member # 542) on :
It's not a miracle Nancie, you know the great things that come from any type of Letterhead gathering, and you just being smart by taking part!
Seeing a different part of America, 5-6 states away is alwys a great adventure!! Good for you, and I look forward to seeing you in ALGOMA!!
It's gonna be another meet that you'll see featured in A Magazine About Letterheads..You don't wanna open thos pages and say, man, I wish I would have made this meet....
well, it's not too late....about 3 and a half weeks away...a friend told this way of funding Letterhead trips a while back...goes like this....
Figure out about how much you are gonna need to get to the meet, Plane fare/gas whatever, lodging, food. Now look down your work load list and match it up with the job that would cover those expenses....there ya go, trip paid for! Here's the great part about it...it's written off for your records as if you were going to some think tank convention/classes all day/seminar after seminar kind of thang..But it's ain't like that at all sunshine..no sir, it's like a family reunion, senior high kegger,rock concert, sheep shearing,sun tanning, favorite funny movie all rolled into one!!!!!!
It's almost illegal it's so damn fun!
When you know you got the ching to make it there and back, it just makes you feel that much better....after it's over,you know it's gonna make you say..."When's the next one?"
Mt. Pulaski Illinois 2008...come to Algoma and we'll fill you in while you are filling in! get it?!
Nancie are you driving? Can I throw some money yur way if you bring my Ornage and Blue trailer back up here from Suwanee???
Serious!
Posted by Carole Bersin (Member # 5710) on :
I'll be there. I just gotta take care of a couple things first.... like buying a new used car that will get me there. And finding a place for my kids to stay or convincing them it will be the best time ever if they come along. What could be better than being completely ignored by Mom for 4 days.
And I promise by then I will have more info on the Minneapolis meet which at this point appears to be postponed until 2008. We were just a little too excited.
Posted by Miles Cullinane (Member # 980) on :
Hey mike, how come you painted the letters in the yellow first then painted around them in black, which to me means you have painted them twice?
why not just paint the whole panel in yellow, mark out your letters and then paint the black?
I don't think I'll be walldogging with you all this year but those panels sure do make it look tempting.
Posted by mike meyer (Member # 542) on :
Miles Miles Miles, please put the Guiness down for at least one minute...Here's how and WHY I did it like I did....I projected the art on the wall with Sharpie markers....then painted in the yellow on the letters..not to be real carfeful on the lines, just mash it on there, then, I came back and cut in the black. When you paint out the panel you have to wait for it to dry.
This wall was done in 6 hours. Start to finish. I did not paint them twice. You see Miles, I am part Irish, but my German side over rules to just get it done mechanically correct. The Iriash side is for charmin' the female janitors.
Now get your Irish self over here to Algoma and may the road rise to meet you and the sun at your back...always after me lucky charms....
Posted by Nancie W. Phillips (Member # 3484) on :
Hey Corole... How old are your kids? Mine are 13 & 16 and they'll be there. Algoma's website makes it look like a nice place to visit...and I'm sure there will be stuff they like to do. Our "wallPuppies" usually have a good time at these events.
Posted by Carole Bersin (Member # 5710) on :
Hey Nancie...... I have a 13 year old boy and a 15 year old girl. I did bring my daughter and her friend to Mazeppa in 2005 and they may have had too much fun but I'm pretty sure I'm going to give it another go. It's good to know they'll be some others their age. Looking forward to meeting you and yours.
Posted by Miles Cullinane (Member # 980) on :
Well Mikey, me laddo, that's real nice work for 6 hours, it all makes sense to me now, begorrah.
I am looking at flights now that those tempting pictures of the panels have been posted.
how far is algoma from Green bay as that is the nearest airport????
Posted by Jon Butterworth (Member # 227) on :
Damn! I wanna be there, ... he says wiping the droole of his keyboard!
I will be in BC Canada that weekend, due to drive to Dawgie's in Edmonton on the 26th June on my way to Moose Jaw.
Just trying to figure a quick zig-zag and flights across North America to make your meet too. Probably have to leave it until I get to Chilliwack in a couple of weeks. If I can make it ... I will.
If not ... enjoy yourselves.
Just a thought ... if you OD on walls what sorta stomach pump do they use?
Posted by Miles Cullinane (Member # 980) on :
I think I Can, I think I can, I think I CAN!!!
Posted by Michael Clark (Member # 2268) on :
That's really good to hear Miles. I know you can, I know you can!!!!!
You can help me on my wall.
Posted by Kelly Thorson (Member # 2958) on :
Well Miles if you are going to make that far a trip, take a couple of extra weeks and hit the Moose Jaw meet on the way home. Drag that Meyer character across the border with ya. We have some pretty sweet stuff happening here too. Posted by Jon Butterworth (Member # 227) on :
Miles, I have slung paint at walls with Aussies, Kiwis, Poms, Canadians and Americans, a Welshman and even an Arab.
,,, but never an Irishman! Do we dilute the paint with Guiness? "Adds Body" ?
As Kelly says ... stretch the trip to Moose Jaw. If I don't make it to Amolga I'll see you there. The first pint is on me.
Mike Meyer: I missed you in OZ ... we got a lot of catching up to do!
Posted by mike meyer (Member # 542) on :
Hey Jon, I'd love to talk and paint and just plain have us one of those Letterhead good times!!! Miles is a great person, I enjoyed his company in Jacksonville last year, and I'd recommend him to anyone wanting to have an International Painter on the project staff!!!
I've got a full plate at the moment with my son Caleb's graduation, his going into the Army, and Algoma..oh and yes, I am also running a business.
I ain't gonna be here forever, I 'm gonna make the most of it, like John Jordan did.!!!
Posted by Bill Diaz (Member # 2549) on :
That's great news about Nancie and Miles. You are both super salt-of-the-earth type folk. I'm excited!
There is probably nothing better for human bonding than working side by side with folks in the trades who enjoy the camaraderie and want to give of themselves to the various causes and charities on our planet. Whether it be striping for charity or enhancing the environment of a community that could use a shot in the arm.
Coming from a small community and enjoying going to other small communities and learning about their histories and bonding with the locals, the benefits of our generosity are far reaching. We have become ambassadors of a noble craft and have given the public a glimpse of how special we are.
Not all walldog events have all the bells and whistles that we would like ... perks like free lodging and entertainment ... money for project leaders ... insurance, etc., but the heartfelt sincere gratitude presented by the towns that receive our gifts is always a reward that you can carry through til your dying days. If you're looking for a spot in heaven such as I am then why not give of yourself, see a part of the world you would never see otherwise and share in this unique experience.
As a veteran of the 1st Woodstock and FarmAid, I've got to tell you, somewhere, sometime somebody's going to make a jaw dropping professional documentary of one of these events and those of us who have joined in will be revered as we should be.
If you haven't seen one of the Great Lakes before, I can't think of a better time than now. Shoot ... they might as well be oceans, that's how big they are. The sunrises and sunsets on these huge bodies of water are just like an ocean. Wisconsin is one of our vacationland destinations for the U.S. Midwest. It ought to be drop dead gorgeous in June. Hope you can be there, those who can!
Posted by Nancie W. Phillips (Member # 3484) on :
Oh Good!... It'll be a blast paintin' with an Irishman! Glad to hear you'll be comin', Miles! And Carole, I also have a 13 year old boy and my daughter is 16. I'm sure our kids will find something in common... Jessie (my daughter) has kept in touch with some of the kids she met in Lodi, and one of them has told her that he's gonna be in Algoma too. Thanks for the compliment, Bill... I do hope I can add a little flavor to the meet. I can hardly wait to be slinging paint with everybody!
Posted by Jane Diaz (Member # 595) on :
Sounds like we are getting a great group going here!! Looking forward to seeing you ALL again!!
Posted by mike meyer (Member # 542) on :
Miles, Green Bay has an Airport, they will probably set you down in either Minneapolis or Milwaukee, then a short flight to Green Bay and we can get you from there to Algoma! They are really wild about their American Football here Miles, the Green Bay Packers are the local team, ("Packers" means that they are famous for gettting fired and getting divorced in Green Bay, hence the name.."get Packin'!" Ya got yur Bags "Packed" ...Similar to an Irish saying for getting fired.."Sacked" rhymes with "Packed") you get the idea.
Bill, don't take the "Brown Acid" as Wavy Gravy told you...The Lake is really special in Algoma, yur gonna like it!
Wow man....like ..wow.dude.
Posted by Miles Cullinane (Member # 980) on :
I spoke to Dave Petri to let him know that I arrive on the Monday 18th. So I get to see some of the old gang again and meet some new folks as well.
It's going to be a blast.
I really need the break from work.
I can't jump over to the other meet as I head back on the 26th but maybe another time.
Posted by Bill Dirkes (Member # 1000) on :
Man! this is one I set my sights on months ago. Just have toooo much going on now to get up thar. Mikey Ah'm gunna come play which you sooner er later...
Posted by Bernie Lohmeyer (Member # 2076) on :
OH MY...........Cisco you com'min wes'gots to get them crab's fired up.. what games they play there at algoma?........Im in...... Miles you play'in,(non toxic alcohol pink thing you drink) It will be great too see ya.......cant wait........
Posted by Adam May (Member # 4844) on :
Welcome aboard Miles. I was hoping you would get back over here. Beth and The gang over here can't wait to see you again.
Posted by FranCisco Vargas (Member # 145) on :
Hola Bernie...nah amigo, I don't think I will be at this meet. but man it sure looks like it's going to be a great one! I love being at the Walldog meets, so much you can learn, the people you get to meet, and the sweet part is when you meet up with your old pals. And when you get people like Mike Meyer, Andy and Lorrie, The Diaz gang, Dave Petri, Carole Bersin, Adam and Sarah May, plus the rest who are arriving...that town is in for an Extravagana!!
Have fun man, and watch out for the crabs I hear there are bigger ones over there.
Posted by Cam Bortz (Member # 55) on :
He had so much fun in Jacksonville for being "Miles from Ireland" that he's gonna do it again! Great news! Only three weeks away, gotta get crackin' here.
Posted by mike meyer (Member # 542) on :
Cisco, can you print out a picture of you and stick it to a piece of coro, or PVC and mail it to Peach so we can set it up like you are there with us?
ZINGO'S!
Posted by FranCisco Vargas (Member # 145) on :
HAhahahaah Mike that's funny. Damn, I didn't see all the murals that are going to be painted, $hit, there's some awesome stuff going down over there. what day are you leaving for Algoma? Looks pretty inviting. right now I am swamped but who knows if I can set it up, hell maybe I'll take a direct flight from here to Minneapolis. Stop at Zingo's and pick you up a pie...
Posted by mike meyer (Member # 542) on :
Sure Cisco...I'll pick you up, we'll head for Algoma, Pie and all!
Posted by Jane Diaz (Member # 595) on :
My-o-My!! This is going to be some meet!! Are we there yet?
[ June 01, 2007, 03:56 PM: Message edited by: Jane Diaz ]
Posted by Jeff Ogden (Member # 3184) on :
I am DYING!...knowing I can't get there, Bill.
You have to remember, that you're my hero. So I profusely apologize for this first indiscretion in several years in regards for the walldogs.
I personally Love each and every one of you, and have been constantly amazed at how good some of you are !
It's all a matter of inspiration, to attend one of these meets.(and a little perspiration)...so not being there is very troubling to me.
All i can say, is the next time there is a meet, I will be there, even if I have to push my own wheelchair.
Life has me covered up down here in paradise.
It has been so dry for so long, that I wouldn't go anywhere these days, without worrying about whether or not the whole world was going to go up in flames...you know, things burning down.
I think it is often prophetic, for sign-oriented-people, to look back on their own creations.
Is it any accident, that so many people are doing so many flames, these days?
I think we are all doing what we need to do...that is to be inspired. Nobody I know, ever inspires themselves... they need the association of other people to accomplish that.
At least I do...
I guess....
If anyone on the fence about this meet, just go check it out, and I don't think you will be disappointed !
[ June 01, 2007, 05:22 PM: Message edited by: Jeff Ogden ]
Posted by Bobbie Rochow (Member # 3341) on :
Never got to paint on a wall yet, & this one sure would be fun! Just can't.
Maybe another time....
Posted by Carole Bersin (Member # 5710) on :
Hey Cisco.... I can't leave here until Wednesday, later or even Thursday morning if you want to fly into Minneapolis and ride with me in my new wheels. You know you want to be at this one.... C'mon!
Posted by Craig Sjoquist (Member # 4684) on :
gosh reading this post .. wish I was back living in Minnesota ..I'd be there ..stuck in Florida and rarly do I get to letter a wall much less great artwork like that or see anything near that ....can't wait to see the end results and pictures of ya'll having a great time
13 folds
Posted by FranCisco Vargas (Member # 145) on :
As much as I would love to be there slingin some paint with all of you. I just can't do it right now. Got swamped with work and bought a mini scissor lift for a bunch of trailers I will be painting. This is going to be a busy summer. I'll wait to see the photos. I know this will be one hell of a meet, have a blast for me...
Posted by Jeff Ogden (Member # 3184) on :
IF there is such a thing as Moral Support, by wanting to be there, but not being able to attend, for whatever reasons, then I would say that the folks who actually GET to ATTEND this meet, should think about the ones who can't, while you're painting.
Because we love ya' all, and we are there in spirit.
I know all that has been said before, but I felt obliged to repeat it.
Posted by Dale Manor (Member # 4858) on :
I would like nothing more than to be there...I just can't really see how I can make it to what looks like a premier Walldog Event. There is nothing that I can think of that equals the fun and good times that go along with a Walldog event.
It really kills me as others have mentioned above...hopefully, ya'll can think of me while you sling some paint....I'll be with ya in spirit.
If you are close enough to make it to this event and can pull it off, I would strongly recommend heading to Algoma.
Have fun guys!
Posted by Chris Shuster (Member # 7307) on :
Hey all - my wife is getting us registered today! Can't wait to see you all there. Been a long time since my last Wall Dog Meet.
Posted by Miles Cullinane (Member # 980) on :
Hey Chris, Looking forward to meeting you after looking at your site. I do a lot of awnings work and want to pick you brains on how you do that lovely stuff you do on awnings.
see you in 2 weeks.
Posted by Bill Diaz (Member # 2549) on :
The Allens and Averys are going to be at the meet. Nuff said!
I gots to tell you we're in for a wild and crazy time. Just ask the mayor of Atlanta, IL. and that off-duty cop.
Who let the dogs out? WHO..WHO..WHO?????????????
Posted by Bill Diaz (Member # 2549) on :
The Durhams are going to be at the meet. They be extreme cool folk.
Belly up -- let's get after it. Picture evenings on the beach with the sunset at our backs over the vast beautiful waters of Lake Michigan. Billy boy might even have to spin a yarn or 2. Imagine that!
Where'd I put my beer?
Posted by Nancie W. Phillips (Member # 3484) on :
Hey Chris... We're coming up through your neck of the woods. My mom lives in Lexington and we're stopping at her place to sleep (and visit) both coming and going. My lil sister's inlaws live in Winchester. It's gonna be fun meeting y'all in Algoma. Bill's not kidding about a seriously good time considering who'll be there (and what we're getting to do) I can hardly wait!
Posted by Chris Shuster (Member # 7307) on :
Hey Nancy! What days are you coming through? We are leaving the 18th or 19th to spend a day with our family in NW Indiana and Chicago. Definately stop by my shop! 16 Court Street - right next to the court house when you are in Winchester. If we have already left you can check out some of my signs - Winchester Opera House, Stitch in Time Quilt Shop, Bailey's Cafe, the signs for my shop, and the Craft Nook are a few. See you either before or at the meet.
Posted by Nancie W. Phillips (Member # 3484) on :
We're staying at my mom's the evening of the 19th. However, we may be able to stick around a bit on the return... Hafta be back in GA before the 30th...
Posted by Jane Diaz (Member # 595) on :
And, by the way....I hope all you guys and gals have NOTIFIED Dave and the town you are coming by now! It is really hard to plan these things when you don't know numbers. (Ask anyone who has hosted a meet! ) If you haven't done this yet, go to the "Future Live Meets" to the left, print out the registration form and CALL the town contacts or Dave. It really will help out!
Posted by Tom & Kathy Durham (Member # 776) on :
No really, how many people are coming? Should we bring less beer and bigger brushes? Okay.... just kidding about the beer.
Posted by Chris Shuster (Member # 7307) on :
How many people are coming? I can bring bigger brushes too...but, I do need to know if I should bring more beer...Foster's is on sale thru Saturday!!
Posted by Miles Cullinane (Member # 980) on :
four days till i fly.
Posted by Paula Iverson (Member # 5498) on :
Lee and I are coming. This will be our first Walldog event. What do we need to bring?
Posted by Don Hulsey (Member # 128) on :
Looks like Ms Dora and I will be there as well. Reservations have been made, registration has been mailed, work will be caught up, or will have to wait.
Posted by Jane Diaz (Member # 595) on :
Paula, looking forward to meeting you. Bring your brushes (fitches I think are prefered by most), comfortable work clothes, lawn chairs, sun screen, a sense of humor, camera and probably a hat. Can anyone think of anything else? I don't know the count...Dave is major busy though, so I doubt he will see this. If he does, he can tell us.
Posted by Dale Manor (Member # 4858) on :
NoDoz...or Quad shots!
Posted by Jeff Ogden (Member # 3184) on :
I don't want to hear that, Dale. It just ain't you.
"Jethro"
Btw, thanks for sending your art and music my way. I sure enjoy hearing from you, and I hope you'll continue to keep me posted from time to time.
Amen?
Posted by Bill Diaz (Member # 2549) on :
Dale, that was a fantastic dvd of Jacksonville. You will be missed at the meet! Jeff you will be missed too!
That's a big 10-4, Silverbird!
Early birds might get to witness a sunrise over the big pond. Can't wait!
Posted by Kurt Gaber (Member # 256) on :
My son Hunter and I will be heading over to Algoma. We are looking forward to helping out Dave and the gang and also to catch up with all of our Letterhead friends!
Posted by mike meyer (Member # 542) on :
Kurt, I need help on my wall, can you give me a hand? Also, can Hunter sell shirts again? It can help his Go-Cart funding!!
Looking forward to seeing eveyone there!
Posted by Adam May (Member # 4844) on :
Kurt,
Good news. looking forward to seeing you again. Cornbread is bringing his boy up. Clay and Hunter should have a great time together. Mike, You get a tag team on hocking shirts. Should be good for you and keep the kids out of trouble.
Posted by mike meyer (Member # 542) on :
SO...who is out there that's a new-bee that would like to help me paint my wall? Is there someone that is "on the fence" not sure if they can go?
COME ON! Jump in beside me and let's GET ER DONE!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by Nancie W. Phillips (Member # 3484) on :
I'm open to be put just about anywhere with a paintbrush, but my brushes are used to water-based paint now... But I guess I could convert a few.
A new development occurred yesterday... My son Michael (who is 13) broke his right collar bone. I'm not sure yet if he'll make the meet now, but I'm hopeful. I know there are several boys his age coming, so I hope he decides he's up for it still. He's in a restraint that holds his right arm immobile, and he has pain medications. I think this will be an experience of a lifetime, and I hate for him to miss it, but I don't want to harm him either. Do y'all think it would be too much on him to come?
Posted by Laurie Goretski (Member # 3821) on :
Hi Nancie, Our Son Quinn who is also 13, will be there too. I think you should bring your boy anyway, because he will have a broken collar bone in Georgia or Wisconsin regardless! The kids begin to heal very quick and he should be feeling better by the meet. The other boys should know what it is like to be on the mend and slow down the pace for your boy! This is too cool for him to miss. It sounds like a great place for the next generation to meet and have some Summer fun! Can't wait to be there. Andy Goretski
Posted by Deb Fowler (Member # 1039) on :
Hi Laurie, Mike, Nancie, Adam,
I would love to bring my 19 year old son also. He's just stopped working at a restaurant after a year and a half and out of college for the summer. He's doing a roofing job now but he's finished by Sun night.
There are many of you that I would truly enjoy seeing again and working together with you! Still working on some plan to come. luv, Deb
Posted by Nancie W. Phillips (Member # 3484) on :
Hey Laurie, I know Carole was planning on bringing her 13 year old son & 15 year old daughter too. My 16 year old daughter is also coming, and she's so psyched that Evan (Jay Allen's son) will be there too. I don't know who's more excited, me or her! Sounds like the wall pups will be thick in Algoma! Deb...I so hope you come. It will be great to see you again, I'm sure your son will be a pleasure to meet too...and maybe we can even work together.
Posted by Carole Bersin (Member # 5710) on :
Looks like my kids won't be coming along after all. My daughter's in the midst of play rehearsals and my son has summer school. Mostly they seem to just want a vacation from mom. Oh well. Their loss.
Posted by Bill Diaz (Member # 2549) on :
Any weather forecasts for upstate Wisconsin for this week? Laurie, Andy, Kurt???????????
Gettin' fired up here.
Tip for painters:
paint the ends of the handles of your fitches a single color. Mine are purple.
This makes it easier to identify your brushes when they get massed in thinner at the end of the day.
Dave tells me my wall will be 1 Shot and I would be honored and humbled to have anyone work with us. I'll be dustin' off my sun hat and polishing off my shades. See you soon!
P.S.
Any newbies might be required to recite the oath I.O.A.F.S. Bernie Lohmeyer was outstanding last year and may go down in the annals of walldogism as giving the best pledge of all. But, hey, this is a new year and any pledge can be bested. So bring ye cameras and be ready to behold and witness.
Posted by Bernie Lohmeyer (Member # 2076) on :
OH YES remember it well,but I dont remember what we said HE HE HE.....But all I know is IM A DOG.........cant wait to see everybody,
Posted by Nancie W. Phillips (Member # 3484) on :
I can't wait either! (I hope I sleep tonight.) We set out tomorrow after rush-hour traffic is gone.Staying in Lexington,KY tomorrow night. Then heading through Louisville and Indianapolis. Looks like I'm picking Deb Fowler up on our way. If the Diazes are still in Pontiac when we come through, we may stop by. If anyone else is on the way, lemme know if it's alright to hollar "Hey Y'all!" on our way through. Looks like we may be going thru Bloomington/Normal and then up towards Rockford. I guess we'll head toward the coast of Lake Michigan and follow the road up to Algoma. So sorry to hear that your kids can't make it, Carole. Maybe we'll get to meet them at another meet. My son nearly had to go to summer school. He was blessed that one of his teachers allowed him to make up some work so he wouldn't fail & be restricted the whole summer. Great tip Bioll!...I'll do that. It sure would be nice to see a list of all who are planning to be there...
Posted by Nancie W. Phillips (Member # 3484) on :
Ooops... I meant: "Great tip, Bill!" (about painting the ends of our brushes)
Posted by Jane Diaz (Member # 595) on :
We are leaving EARLY Wednesday morning to go up the same way you are, Nancy. (Bill likes to leave on vacations at UNGODLY hours, like 4 AM!)We are going to try to avoid the Chicago traffic by going through Rockford. I feel bad about leaving on Wednesday, though, because that is Ben's birthday. And to top it off, he has a wedding that weekend and can't come with us so he will have to celebrate it here. We will be celebrating in Algoma!
Posted by Nancie W. Phillips (Member # 3484) on :
We may be able to catch you on the way back. We may stick around long enough to make the 1st day of Taste of Chicago on 6/29. Jessie is so wanting to see Chicago, so we're planning on sticking around a little while afterwards... but she has work to be back to so we still aren't sure. I understand the early bird thing. My dad was that way, only he liked to leave late at night to drive when it was cool and less traffic. Driving at night freaks Jessie out- and she's gonna help drive- so we leave after rush hour. Anyway, I can hardly contain my excitement!
Posted by Jane Diaz (Member # 595) on :
We'll talk at Algoma! We are always happy to have guests!
Posted by Kurt Gaber (Member # 256) on :
Mike,
I have not been on the BB much lately, sorry for the delay in getting back to you. I will be helping Andy out on his project. He made mention of it months back and I told him I would certainly be there to do whatever would fit my capabilities. If it helps though, I might be able to get Lloyd to come along and bring his popcorn slippers and you two could reminisce (sp?) about the fun you both had during the Leinie's wall in 2001? You get done today? What time you came?
I'm just having a heckuva hectic few weeks here... I can't get enough done and the phone never stops ringing. If I got paid 100.00 for every estimate I've given in the last month, I could retire on that alone!
If I can squeeze out any help Mike, I will. You know I'm not afraid to work late. You can discuss things with Hunter when he gets there about any business ventures.... I'll make him aware that he may have a "job" for him
See you guys soon.
[ June 19, 2007, 05:14 PM: Message edited by: Kurt Gaber ]
Posted by mike meyer (Member # 542) on :
No worries Kurt, just make sure you got that head of yours "high and tight" ! Mine will be!
Look out Northern Wisconsin...I'm coming your way!
Posted by Deb Fowler (Member # 1039) on :
Hey, all you! Well, Nancie's in for a meatball and spaghetti dinner and we've got the air mattresses ready for the kids! What time are you walldogs projecting the murals? Do you want me to bring my projector? It is a TS500 and it has a cooling fan. Please let me know so we pack that instead of the jetski (just kidding). We may not get there till Thurs noon or 1, so I wondered if you'll be projecting the following evening also. That way I'll know about bringing the projector. Will someone let us know? Jane and Bill, I would be honored to work on your wall if you need a hand. I can do the "beginner work" like fill in and linings, perhaps, if you want me. Jane, you're such a riot, I'd hang around just to hear you crack your jokes. I'll work anywhere I'm needed though. Weather is cool and decent here, after the monsoon we had in 1 hour last night. People had 3 ft of water in streets and roads here. Cooled it off though, and it's great weather for painting. Is Algoma cooling down also? Let me know about the projector, please if you get a chance, thanks.
Posted by dave parr (Member # 3868) on :
Deb,
They will most likely have the projecting long finished buy that time, unless they add another wall. In either case, use your space for the jetski, I'm sure they will have plenty of projectors on hand.
Have some fun.
Posted by Kelly Thorson (Member # 2958) on :
Just wanted to say all the best to you guys. Hope you have a wonderful time - I'm sure you will with the crew you have going. It looks like you have a lot of work to do...the great thing about Walldoggin' is work is also fun. There are a few that will be coming on to Moose Jaw from there...don't play them out too much, please. Actually, I think it is going to be pretty laid back here... Have a great time - wish I could join you!
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