graman 2 Posted October 7, 2010 It’s odd, I think, how things seem to happen at similar times…. I came home this week to a package from OS – My ingy had returned home from a hospital visit, where OS and M had been doing some surgery to save my piece of hardware, alas to no avail. There was also a slip, informing me to pick up a package from the post office. Since it was my son’s birthday yesterday, I thought that it would be a package for him from his grandparents, and my wife agreed. Mrs Graman, decided that she would pick it up Thursday (today). I went to work, and had a fairly productive day, as there was no trouble, and I was able to concentrate on doing some proactive work……I ended up at work quite late, which is becoming the norm for a Thursday. Now I come home…thinking about many things on the way……my regular routine at home..putting the kids to bed, catching up with Mrs Graman, what kind of sawdust I’m going to make, and what kind of watch will I replace my dead ingy with? Aquatimer was winning……..I love the Big Pilot, and was thinking to myself..â€oh…maybe I shouldâ€, but Kinky, Ska, Sconey, Robert & Greg had been pretty convincing last night about going the aquatimer, and I was pretty well sold. There’s a package on the bench addressed to me when I got home tonight. Cue quizzical look from me, and Mrs Graman…….moderate interest from the kids. “It wasn’t for Wil? Odd…..I haven’t ordered anything……..not yet……and no..it’s not from China…†Wow! Just………………………Wow!......................... Now I know why you guys were putting me off the BP! Gentlemen, it is beautiful! The AR is stunning! The thing has a wonderful weight, and sits on my wrist like it was made for it! The power reserve is real!........It took me quite a bit of time to get the PR up to 7 days! The Lume’s really good too! (and boosted by my son’s sonic screwdriver – Dr Who fans can laugh now!) No secret that I’m feeling very emotional, and very humbled tonight. This is a beautiful watch from you all, and one that I will treasure always. Thank you to you all, my friends! I’m really at a loss for words. What can I say about RWG? This is a special place, full of amazing, talented and generous people, and together, we have a brilliant, and wonderful community. I’ve made some amazing friends here, that I’ve never seen irl, but I enjoy every moment of your company, your insight and passions, and your friendship. Thank you all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
solkryssare 109 Posted October 7, 2010 Ahhh. Thats nice. Love this place. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dingle 57 Posted October 7, 2010 This could not have happened to a better person. You more than deserve it! trying to get you to hold off yesterday in the shoutbox is like trying to hold off a 17 year old watching porn for the first time.... :P Graman is the BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :P Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
graman 2 Posted October 7, 2010 This could not have happened to a better person. You more than deserve it! trying to get you to hold off yesterday in the shoutbox is like trying to hold off a 17 year old watching porn for the first time.... :P Graman is the BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :P ....17????? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 82 Posted October 7, 2010 :P What can I say... Generous distributor of finely-shaped sawdust Artisan of Avatars Catweazle wannabe .... and a great guy. Well deserved, mate. Well deserved. We were all kinda worried yesterday when you were talking about buying a watch, though.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trailboss99 996 Posted October 7, 2010 What can I say? You are worth it mate. Have you any idea how long it took us to chose a damn watch? All sorts of cunning plans were tried, why do you think the "Your next rep" thread was started? Col. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
graman 2 Posted October 7, 2010 Ahhh....You guys are as cunning as a fox full of cunning plans! Legendary!....I love it, and you couldn't have chosen anything more perfect than this! Thankyou! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KinCaidk 0 Posted October 7, 2010 Woohooo!! RWG is a great place! You deserve it mate! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KBH 7 Posted October 7, 2010 I hope we saved you enough money that you can now afford to get a haircut and shave. You've been looking a little rough. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
graman 2 Posted October 7, 2010 I hope we saved you enough money that you can now afford to get a haircut and shave. You've been looking a little rough. Thanks mate!....I thought I'd have a crack at the hairdressers right after my bath... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rda1 0 Posted October 7, 2010 Thats a lovely watch you must be pleased. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ska 11 Posted October 7, 2010 Ah thank fuck it arrived! We were scared shitless yesterday trying to ward you away from buying one of the fucking things! Seriously mate, there's no-one more deserving, you're a fantastic guy and a true asset to this board. We LUVS ya bebe!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
graman 2 Posted October 7, 2010 You guys did a brilliant job of that last night!.........Putty in your hands I was! What can I say?? You complete me! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mondeov6 0 Posted October 7, 2010 A very nice watch for an equally nice sawdust maker!! Well deserved Graman!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
onzenuub 309 Posted October 7, 2010 Seriously mate, there's no-one more deserving, you're a fantastic guy and a true asset to this board. We LUVS ya bebe!!! + 1,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 Enjoy it mate Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pollux1 3 Posted October 7, 2010 A great watch for a great guy. That's the way life should be!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SubFrog 0 Posted October 7, 2010 Very nice! I feel the same way about this place and with cross-over members from the other boards. Never had such generosity in the past from people I've never met. Well deserved...Enjoy it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AllergyDoc 40 Posted October 7, 2010 Congrats, you bearded wonder. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GC 4,516 Posted October 7, 2010 A wonderful group of lads gifting a great guy! This place is truly something special... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bme 4 Posted October 7, 2010 Great stuff! That's what sets this place apart. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
loketje 0 Posted October 7, 2010 The friendship and generosity of this forum makes me speechless. Congratulations, Graman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
offshore 0 Posted October 7, 2010 Now you know why I was being so non comittal! There were more than a few urging Thai Post and Aust Post to get there collective acts together! Well deserved my friend. O/S Share this post Link to post Share on other sites