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General Category => Miscellaneous => Topic started by: SrKegler on January 12, 2007, 11:13:03 AM
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I just got off the phone with Ron Clifton (MagicCarpet). This years gathering will be held Jul 27-28-29. Lanes will be available on the 26th for those of you that arrive earlier.
Address:
Creekside Lanes
1450 Trademart Blvd
Winston-Salem, NC
The hotel of choice seems to be the Extended Stay. They have the best rates and easy access to the bowling alley.
When the date gets a little closer I'll check with the ball companies and see what freebies we can get from them.
Hope to see all of you there this year.
Darold
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Charter Member FOS
Have Balls - Will Travel
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I'll be there!
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Hit them light and watch them fight
J O E - F A L C O
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You know the Princess from SoCal will be there. I look forward to this every year!
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"I cannot change the direction of the wind but I can adjust my sails to reach my destination." Jimmy Dean
http://www.allbowling.com/journal/public.php?uid=156&leagueid=53
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I may try to come this year. I don't post that often, but would like to meet some of you. It really sounds like fun.
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brian362@hotmail.com
Brian362 AIM
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Are they stil doing the scotch doubles on Fri nights? Last year was such a great time, you have to know we'll be there.
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the 3 is silent
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Are they stil doing the scotch doubles on Fri nights? Last year was such a great time, you have to know we'll be there.
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the 3 is silent
Yes, Ron is still running the scotch doubles. Have to bring your own partner though. Seems to be a shortage of females in that area. If I remember correctly, the last time Pchee was there he found some at a place called Silver Fox if you need a partner.
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Charter Member FOS
Have Balls - Will Travel
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Speaking of which, if anyone has Pchee's contact info, let him know about the gathering. Even if he doesn't bowl, it would be great to see him again.
Also, as mentioned on the other post, I will be hosting a no limit hold em poker tournament at my house again this year. I live 15 minutes from Creekside. I have a pool table and a dart board, so there might be a tournament for those as well. If nothing else, they will be available for those eliminated from the poker. If the weather is better this time, I might do some kind of cook out as well.
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Edited on 1/13/2007 11:26 AM
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i'll be there with my wife this time,and frank the tank and, my ball driller steve brooks.
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Allen Greenberg
FOS lane 1 destroy's the pins.
cherry bomb
dirty bomb
golden nugget
enriched uranium
cobalt bomb
tsunami
red xxxl buzzsaw
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I seem to recall a few of the womenfolk were paired up with more than one partner for the scotch doubles. I'm sure they think that's the way it should be.

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the 3 is silent
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I got dibs on Linda for my Scotch Doubles partner!!
I'll be there, probably with Toma -- can't wait!!!
That'll make the golf outing on the 26th then. Tanglewood had a $36 for the day special last year -- I'd assume they'd have it this year, too, but I'll check as the date approaches. Can't beat the price on a fantastic golf course!!
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Nollster
Summer league (http://"http://www.allbowling.com/journal/public.php?uid=419&leagueid=13")
Winter League (http://"http://www.allbowling.com/journal/public.php?uid=419&leagueid=277")
Edited on 1/14/2007 2:59 PM
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If Toma needs a partner for the Scotch Doubles, I'm available. I promise not to leave him so many interesting spares to pick up

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"I cannot change the direction of the wind but I can adjust my sails to reach my destination." Jimmy Dean
http://www.allbowling.com/journal/public.php?uid=156&leagueid=53
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I should be able to make it. I'll put it on my calendar.
I'll need a doubles partner. 
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RW (THB)
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I should be able to make it. I'll put it on my calendar.
I'll need a doubles partner. 
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RW (THB)
If Toma doesn't want to risk having me as his partner again, we can partner up. Or we could do the threesome again, but you might be the one with the interesting spares to convert 
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"I cannot change the direction of the wind but I can adjust my sails to reach my destination." Jimmy Dean
http://www.allbowling.com/journal/public.php?uid=156&leagueid=53
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ttt
What topics would you like covered this year.
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Charter Member FOS
Have Balls - Will Travel
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ttt
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I threw that like a league bowler...wait I am a league bowler.
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Bump.
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I can't wait. I finally found one of those ball speed trees and planted one in my back yard it seems to be working to perfection.
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Wow, planting season started a little early this year, huh? Another example of global warming.

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the 3 is silent
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i'll be there with my wife this time,and frank the tank and, my ball driller steve brooks.
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Allen Greenberg
FOS lane 1 destroy's the pins.
cherry bomb
dirty bomb
golden nugget
enriched uranium
cobalt bomb
tsunami
red xxxl buzzsaw
Tell Frank this year he's not eligible for any ball raffles. 
Jess
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I've had some conflicts develop that will prevent me from attending this year's gathering. I'll miss you all. I know a good time will be had by all.
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RW (THB)
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Sorry you won't be able to attend this year Rick.
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Bump.
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- Andy
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TTT. Still plenty of time left for anyone considering the trip.
Beans (Beans Pro Shop) will be donating a bottle of his new "Secret Sauce" bowling ball polish. Hopefully the pro shop won't have an issue with us using their spinner for any one wanting to try it. If nothing else, I'll be happy to polish any equipment on my personal spinner for anyone wanting to try the product. All Beans asks is that every one who tries it posts a review.
I can hardly wait to see Jesse break double digits on the radar gun. 

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Trying to figure out how to make it this year. I may come with twins in tow.
Dr. Joe
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Bump. Maybe we can get a few "elitist" bowlers to show up and show us how to bowl.
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My wife (non-poster) and I are planning to attend since we're moving to Atlanta later this month (April) and will only be about a six hour drive away. I'm looking forward to putting faces to screen names, getting some pointers from Ron (hopefully), and of course, doing some bowling.
Strider - What does it take to be an "elite"? 
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J.J. "Waterola Kid" Anderson, the bLowling King : Kill the back row
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My wife (non-poster) and I are planning to attend since we're moving to Atlanta later this month (April) and will only be about a six hour drive away. I'm looking forward to putting faces to screen names, getting some pointers from Ron (hopefully), and of course, doing some bowling.
Strider - What does it take to be an "elite"? 
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It's always good to see some new faces. I think Hose knows what an elite bowler is.
Hopefully every thing will work out and Mike will be able to return this year.
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Booked space in the hotel. I may be coming with two friends, just as warning to you all. Should be good to see you again, and hopefully I won't bowl as horribly as I did last year.
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- Andy
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i'm still coming with my wife, frank, and my ball driller steve brooks.
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Allen Greenberg
FOS lane 1 destroy's the pins.
cherry bomb
enriched uranium
tsunami
red xxxl buzzsaw
Edited on 4/9/2007 6:35 PM
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D*mn Toma!! Twins and a new baby boy?!?!? You're crazy!!
Congrats, by the way -- on the days when I'm not cursing the "Big Guy" for "sticking" me with my boys, I'm thankin' 'im for giving them to me!! In fact, we were just laughing about the bacon incident this weekend...well, that and the quick detour south to Winston-Salem!!! North after the bypass and, next time I fire up that stove, remind me to NUKE the pig!! Tastes the same with MUCH less smoke!!
I'm having hernia surgery next week, but should be in fine form for the Gathering!! Might even have a few weeks of PBAX league under my belt 'til then!!
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Nollster
Summer league (http://"http://www.allbowling.com/journal/public.php?uid=419&leagueid=13")
Winter League (http://"http://www.allbowling.com/journal/public.php?uid=419&leagueid=277")
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Toma,
Congrats! I will try to leave at least a few normal spares this time
I might even make it interesting and roll a few strikes 
I am toying with the idea of driving out this year. I just bought a new '07 Toyota Corolla and am considering breaking it in. It will depend on what happens to gas prices.
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"I cannot change the direction of the wind but I can adjust my sails to reach my destination." Jimmy Dean
http://www.allbowling.com/journal/public.php?uid=156&leagueid=53
Edited on 4/9/2007 2:34 PM
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Toma...
Twins experience is going pretty well now. It started rough as Josh needed
to stay in the NICU (neonatel intensive care unit) as he was breathing
challenged for awhile.... then both he and Sharon had to get through a
jaundice episode.... so what started off with lots of drama has settled into
a good daily routine. Sharon has been sleeping though the night for nearly
two months, Josh is teasing us with the occasional full night.
I am getting lots of baby time as I am on a 9-month sabbatical from work and
playing "Mr. Mom"
They reached 5 month a couple days ago. (In fact, as I type this they are
both napping - one in my lap, the other over my shoulder.... - All I can
reach at the moment is the computer keyboard.)
Joe
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if you could do what you imagine"
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Uranium Pearl - 16 lbs
Uranium Solid - 15 lbs
Cobalt Bomb - 15 lbs
Tsunami H^2O - 15 lbs
Bullet - 16lbs
XXXL - 16lbs
Lane 1: 4 Ball Roller
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Toma...
OH, and congrats on #3!!! You are crazzzzyyyy.
Joe
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Bump.
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What is this all about? New to this.............
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Why does everyone try to make it harder than it really is? Overthinking makes the game that much more difficult.
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Ron Clifton owns Creekside Lanes in Winston Salem, NC. Every year for the last 4? years, he hosts a get together for all the Ballreviews people who feel like showing up. You get to put some faces to the names, bowl with a bunch of great people, and get some coaching from an outstanding coach, and all it costs you is lineage which is always reasonable. We bowl mostly on a house shot, but he sets up a bragging rights tournament that is played on several challenging conditions. We go out to eat a few times together, and there are some extra curricular activities as well. Toma/Nollster set up a golf outing last time, and I had poker, billiards, and homebrew tasting at my house. Last year, we had donations from several ball companies that were very generous. Ritchie from Lane#1 showed up personally and donated an entire case of balls.
I drove up twice from Alabama twice and had such a good time, that I moved here permanently. 
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I have made all 4 and will be there for #5. I come out for CA just for this. It is awesome and just seems to get bigger and better each year.
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"I cannot change the direction of the wind but I can adjust my sails to reach my destination." Jimmy Dean
http://www.allbowling.com/journal/public.php?uid=156&leagueid=53
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SRKegler...kicks it off...COOL!
But where is Joe Falco?
REgards,
Luckylefty
PS Dr Joe...twins?? Been there...done that! Phew...never breast fed though!
They are 17 this year!
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Open the door...see what's possible...and just walk right on through...that's how easy success feels..
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how many people go to this?
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how many people go to this?
I think the smallest one was about 15 and last year we had to have had over 40 including the spouses and significant others. All are welcome!
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"I cannot change the direction of the wind but I can adjust my sails to reach my destination." Jimmy Dean
http://www.allbowling.com/journal/public.php?uid=156&leagueid=53
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Good job at the Borgata. I'll have a poker tournament at my house again this year. Hopefully the weather will be better this time. It really poured last year. If you have the room, bring some chips since I only have the ones I had last year. Maybe I'll try to do an actual pool tournament as well.
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wondering if richie and chuck from lane 1 will be attending this year.
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Allen Greenberg
FOS lane 1 destroy's the pins.
cherry bomb
enriched uranium
tsunami
red xxxl buzzsaw
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Bump.
I saw a post from Kingofthemill. Hopefully he can make it this year, so I can at least pay off part of my bar tab. 
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Bump.
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- Andy
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Bump for Hammermike.
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Sweet. I'll probably be riding up with my boy Jesse depending on the whole situation and if we can both get off work LOL.
Thanks for the TTT.
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BOWL N.C. TOUGH SHOTS TOUR
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The little woman and I have made our reservations, and we're looking forward to seeing everyone again.
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the 3 is silent
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As the time draws nearer, can those from the area planning to host events (or can I help them?) collaborate on a schedule of events? I'm addicted to bowling before all else, but there's nothing better between sets of bowling than a good game of hold 'em or some kind of outdoor BBQ event.
Just an idea...
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J.J. "Waterola Kid" Anderson, the bLowling King : Kill the back row
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Ron, just a heads up, my friends and I will probably be bothering you a lot, wanting help. Getting ready to enter college and hopefully bowl collegiately, so I definitely want to be at a great spot in my game. You won't have much to work with, but think of it as...a challenge.
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- Andy
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Looking forward to seeing eveyone again and maybe some new faces.
It will be here before you know it.
Bowl great!
Ron Clifton
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Ron has your staff been warned and provided sufficient incentives to deal with us again?

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"I cannot change the direction of the wind but I can adjust my sails to reach my destination." Jimmy Dean
Quaker 10/93 - 4/07
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Just tell the staff to make more cookies... cookies are for me!
Dr. Joe
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My staff has to deal with me and all the people that come in from all over the US for lessons year round so you guys are not problem.
I am smart I just hire crazy people to start with. 
Personal note:
Cookies for WillynCookie Monster 
Bowl great!
Ron Clifton
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How nice was the course at Tanglewood? Our company had an outing at Bryan Park and it's really nice. I played the Champions course (I believe the PGA plays here) for $47 last Friday. About $10 more than what Toma said Tanglewood cost. The Players course is a few bucks less. What kind of scores did you guys shoot last year? I just played my first few rounds in years, so I'm pretty bad. I might play, but don't want to slow you down too bad.
http://www.bryanpark.com/
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How nice was the course at Tanglewood? Our company had an outing at Bryan Park and it's really nice. I played the Champions course (I believe the PGA plays here) for $47 last Friday. About $10 more than what Toma said Tanglewood cost. The Players course is a few bucks less. What kind of scores did you guys shoot last year? I just played my first few rounds in years, so I'm pretty bad. I might play, but don't want to slow you down too bad.
For the $36 to play all day, Tanglewood was one of the nicest public courses I've played!! There are 120+ bunkers, so you need your sand game and there's not too much water. It's not too long -- a real nice test of golf for sure! I shot a 74, but I don't usually go that low and I can't imagine I'll be anywhere near that since I haven't been able to touch a club coming off my hernia surgery....I don't remember what Toma shot -- he's got good game for a relative newbie!! It would be nice to get a couple or 3 foursomes!! And don't worry about what you usually shoot -- it's all about having a great time with some old and new friends!!
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Nollster
Summer league (http://"http://www.allbowling.com/journal/public.php?uid=419&leagueid=13")
Winter League (http://"http://www.allbowling.com/journal/public.php?uid=419&leagueid=277")
Edited on 5/26/2007 11:32 PM
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I just didn't want to slow everyone down excessively. Maybe one of you guys can give me some pointers at the driving range. $36 to play all day (with a cart I assume?) sounds like a great deal if the course is that nice. There's a course near work (~30 minutes from Winston Salem) that's $14 to ride all day. It's only 9 holes with two sets of tee boxes, but it's a great deal for a duffer like me. I doubt it's as nice as Tanglewood. I can show you where it's at if you want a second day of golf and want to save some money. One of the other guys from work told me about another place. If he has the time tomorrow, we're going to play there. That will be my 4th round in 10 years.
I just looked at the Tanglewood site. Looks pretty nice. On the virtual tour, #13 is a 395 yard par 3??? Hopefully the tee box is elevated 50 yards and the fairway is rock hard. The price says it's $37 for 18 with a cart. May's special says you can play all day for the same price during the week. Hopefully they'll do the same thing for June.
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Bump. Less than 2 months to go.
I also found a better than average course that's $16 after 2 pm. It's about 10 miles NE of Greensboro.
http://www.golflink.com/golf-courses/golf-course.asp?course=14850
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The wife and I just made our reservations at a hotel nearby, it's looks like we'll be arriving on Thursday evening. We're really looking forward to seeing everyone.
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Equal opportunity annoyer
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My flight is booked. I still have to reserve the car and room. That will be on my To Do List for this weekend.
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Edited on 6/5/2007 3:13 PM
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We're booked, planned, and looking forward to seeing everyone again. Gary, (Alakazam) I think you're really going to like it. Everyone is incredibly nice and they're a lot of fun. Especially Glenn and Linda, Strider, and of course, our Princess. Everybody made us feel right at home and part of the gang. We just can't wait!
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the 3 is silent
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i'm still coming with my wife, frank, and my ball driller steve brooks.
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Allen Greenberg
FOS lane 1 destroy's the pins.
cherry bomb
enriched uranium
tsunami
red xxxl buzzsaw
Edited on 4/9/2007 6:35 PM
Steve has drilled a few balls for me, i bowl at Palace Point during summer league, do you bowl at Palace Point?
just saw this post, i might make it down for this, sounds like fun, especially the poker tourny and pool tourny if you have those
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I don't know anything about the courses Toma, but I can ask around. Tobacco Road isn't super far away, but more than I'd want to spend on a round of golf. I also wonder why it's so expensive; it looks like they couldn't even afford much grass. I don't think I've ever seen so much sand! The other place looks decent. I'm not in any kind of golf shape, so one or two rounds will be plenty for me. What day are you guys coming in? I would assume Thursday or maybe Wednesday?
There will definitely be a poker tournament at my house. There will be pool also; if we get enough interest, I can do a tournament for that also. Last time, we just had people playing after being knocked out from the poker.
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You guys know anything of Tobacco Road and/or Tot Hill Farm golf course? I've heard good things. Maybe sneak a round in there too. 
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Toma
You can't beat a Mike Strantz course -- he's made some beautiful courses for sure!! Maybe we should plan a golf trip sometime or take a week next year to play some more rounds...
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Nollster
Summer league (http://"http://www.allbowling.com/journal/public.php?uid=419&leagueid=13")
Winter League (http://"http://www.allbowling.com/journal/public.php?uid=419&leagueid=277")
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I'm in, I will be there Saturday.
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I'll be arriving Thursday afternoon. Not sure what I'll be doing, perhaps my friends and I might bowl a bit. Another thought is to get in a round of golf, but my game is in shambles (went to the range last week to do something golf-related for the first time since last spring). I have a bad case of the slices and don't hit near as far as before. But of course, that's why golf isn't easy.
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- Andy
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I can't wait!
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What day(s) were you guys planning on playing golf? Thursday and/or Friday morning?
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Thursday for sure. If we can squeeze something in Wednesday afternoon and/or Friday morning I'm definitely down.
You don't have to twist my arm to play some golf.
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Toma
Dude 'yer killin' me!!! I'm up for Wednesday, provided we don't take the scenic route of NC....I was hoping to just bowl from then on...But that can always change!! 
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Nollster
Summer league (http://"http://www.allbowling.com/journal/public.php?uid=419&leagueid=13")
Winter League (http://"http://www.allbowling.com/journal/public.php?uid=419&leagueid=277")
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Bump
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- Andy
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Another bump, getting closer.
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- Andy
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The Misses and I are heading out tomorrow for our vacation , Nashville, Chicago, the Mackinac area of Michigan, then Ohio and finally to the Gathering, whew!
See everyone next month.
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Equal opportunity annoyer
Edited on 6/28/2007 6:43 PM
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Looking to start setting up our tee times for Tanglewood on Thursday morning. Who's in??
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Nollster
Summer league (http://"http://www.allbowling.com/journal/public.php?uid=419&leagueid=13")
Winter League (http://"http://www.allbowling.com/journal/public.php?uid=419&leagueid=277")
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I shall make a valiant effort to shoot below my bowling average. Heck, I'll even try to beat my PBA experience league average.

Don't forget about poker at my house (Saturday night?). Possibly a pool tournament if enough interest and maybe an informal cook out if the weather cooperates this time.
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Hi Everyone,
I look forward to seeing everyone this year.
Strider, did we say we were going to put out a shot for the Tourny this year.
Falco, Hope you are coming this year. My kids have been going to bed early so they will have enough energy to keep up with you this year (I already gave in).
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Andy in Winston
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Hey Andy,
I forgot what your screen name was here.
We usually have 3 different patterns for the bragging rights tournament. I think Ron said the Reno pattern would be one of them. I don't know what the other two will be. I don't know if he has the pattern, but I'd like to see the TOC shot - 50', but fairly light oil. Sounds like a unique challenge. If that isn't possible, a modified Shark pattern might be a good choice for one of them. Maybe Cheetah or something short would be a good contrast for the other.
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I think we have a TOC shot in the machine already...
We can ask Ron on Tuesday.
Looking forward to playing poker, I have chips I can bring also.
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Andy in Winston
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While I realize it is a just for fun tournament, remember all levels of ability participate. My recommendation is to not make all 3 of the patterns tough ones. Just my humble opinion.
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True. Ron usually has a house pattern for one of the three. I was mostly providing a wish list for the others. Even though all skill levels are present, it is 100% handicap, and high (house) averages are more likely to shoot below their inflated averages once the walls are removed. I can attest to that personally.
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Those tougher patterns kill me, didn't we all see how well I did in Reno,(UGH!!).
Atleast I did better at the tables, Oh wait that was not pretty either.
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Andy in Winston
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Those tougher patterns kill me, didn't we all see how well I did in Reno,(UGH!!).
You had to bring up the "R" word.
For me it is one of those 4 letter words dirty words
I would have been better off staying in Vegas ... My team and doubles partner would have been better off if I had stayed in Vegas 
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LOL, I totally see your point.
I was lucky to break 500 for team and double. Singles we just won't talk about.
That tourny should be a year long and they can get rid of the 7:00am squad, it should be outlawed. Nobody can gamble all night expect to bowl at 7:00am.
oh wait, I guess if you take out the gambling all night deal it might work better, if that was only the excuse I could use.

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Andy in Winston
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I can't use gambling as my excuse, but I did fly in from the Coaching Summit in Vegas. I arrived at 11:40AM and bowl at 2:30. My coach was concerned about being mentally fresh and strong with the amount of info received doing the Bronze certification and other seminars.
500 woud have been nice for ANY series there. My 4th Nationals in Reno, 2 Womens, 1 ABC, and 1 Open, this is the first I won't be getting a check 
I beg of you, PLEASE don't put out anything that remotely resembles the "R" shot!!!

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Quaker 10/93 - 4/07
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OK, but I might tell Ron to put out the BTM shot. I think I averaged about 20 below my PBA league and 30+ below my reno scores there. The BTM made Reno look downright easy.
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If we lay that BTM shot out I might have to bring out the big guns (Drew and Josh)...LOL
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Andy in Winston
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If we lay that BTM shot out I might have to bring out the big guns (Drew and Josh)...LOL
Me too. I'll pay them to stay in the back and whack all the pins I'll miss with a broom.
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Bump. I think it'd be cool if we could bowl the BTM or US Open pattern as one, the TOC pattern as another, and a house shot to try and give us a bit of confidence back after bowling the other two.

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- Andy
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Short, wide 2-to-1
Long, narrow 4-to-1
House
Everyone should be able to shine on at least one of them! 
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Beginning of the week bump.
I played Country Hills on Friday and shot a 93, probably my best ever.
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I've talked to my friend Ken at gobowlingshow.com about possible prize donations, and he said he'd send a couple of "Bowler's Handbooks." He's also trying to get Ron as a guest on the show. Now let's see if he comes through.
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the 3 is silent
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Will anyone be bowling on that thursday? My crew will be probably be there sometime in the afternoon, and we'll likely bowl or something. Just curious if anyone else will be there that day.
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Will anyone be bowling on that thursday? My crew will be probably be there sometime in the afternoon, and we'll likely bowl or something. Just curious if anyone else will be there that day.
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Andy-
I'll be there and I am sure there will be a few of us non-golfers there.
I arrive Wednesday afternoon in Raleigh-Durham, so will get to Winston-Salem some time early evening Wednesday.
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"I cannot change the direction of the wind but I can adjust my sails to reach my destination." Jimmy Dean
Quaker 10/93 - 4/07
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We'll be there Thursday afternoon, too.
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the 3 is silent
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Depending on what time we're done golfing, I might be around. I have my PBA experience league that night, so even if I do, I won't be around much. I'll stop back after league to see who's there. If anyone gets there Wednesday night, I think they put the PBA shot out for practice for $1/game. I can double check if anyone is interested. If anyone's bored Thursday night, they can tag along with me and watch me butcher the PBA league (Scorpion?).
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My flight arrives 3:55PM Raleigh Durham. By the time I get my luggage, rental car and make the drive it will probably be somewhere around 7PM. I'll probably just do like last year and relax at the hotel Wednesday.
I'm not sure about bowling after having gotten up about 3AM 
(Pacific Daylight Time) to catch the 4AM FlyAway to LAX for a 6:05 AM flight. But then with the time difference and being a Bowl-aholic... who knows? 

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"I cannot change the direction of the wind but I can adjust my sails to reach my destination." Jimmy Dean
Quaker 10/93 - 4/07
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TP -- I'm sure your flights are already set, but next time you might check on flights into Greensboro, quite a bit closer than Raleigh. -- JohnP
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TP -- I'm sure your flights are already set, but next time you might check on flights into Greensboro, quite a bit closer than Raleigh. -- JohnP
I am using a Southwest voucher, so the round trip flights only cost me $7.50
(plus the points I earned from other trips - flights, rental cars, and hotels). Flying straight into Greensboro (which Southwest doesn't do) would cost about $400. I did fly into Greensboro until last year. Last year I used a voucher also and the drive isn't bad at all.
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Edited on 7/10/2007 11:31 AM
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You also never know how airfare works from month to month. When we went to Reno, I flew out of Raleigh and saved $200/ticket compared to Greensboro. Raleigh, Roanoke, and Charlotte are all within 1.5 hours drive of Greensboro.
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I should have known you had checked all the angles!! -- JohnP
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Hi everyone, I haven't been around much as the Misses and I are on the road and presently in Chicago. We'll be driving to the UP of Michigan for a few days and then on to Ohio for about 10 days before heading to the Winston area. We should be there Thursday evening some time and will check into the lanes to see if anyone is about.
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Equal opportunity annoyer
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I should have known you had checked all the angles!! -- JohnP
LOL Remember I am a teacher and bowlers are cheap 
See you all soon! I can't wait.
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We'll try to set the golf up for no later than 9:00. Probably closer to 8:00 depending. That should get us done by lunch-ish and give others time to bowl, too, if they like.
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Depending on what time we're done golfing, I might be around. I have my PBA experience league that night, so even if I do, I won't be around much. I'll stop back after league to see who's there. If anyone gets there Wednesday night, I think they put the PBA shot out for practice for $1/game. I can double check if anyone is interested. If anyone's bored Thursday night, they can tag along with me and watch me butcher the PBA league (Scorpion?).
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Nollster
Summer league (http://"http://www.allbowling.com/journal/public.php?uid=419&leagueid=13")
Winter League (http://"http://www.allbowling.com/journal/public.php?uid=419&leagueid=277")
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Bump.
Less than two weeks to go.
How about a head count for poker. I assume I know a few people who are in, but I'd like to get a more solid number.
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I'm not a poker player or golfer so count me out for both.
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I'm in for poker, not sure if you were counting me or not. As long as it saturday night after bowling, I can only come up on saturday as usual.
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Leader & Founder of Fellowship of the Saws! 03/04/05 Respect us or get left in our Saw Dust!
I'm lefthanded and I throw Lane#1, its almost not fair! Just call me Robert Smith of the left!
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You will be missed. My best wishes to the wife for the surgery to go well.
Toma -
LOL You would bring that up
The sad thing is, if I recall correctly, the wierdest ones were left for you not Rick. I definitely have to do better this year ... and no not at coming up with more creative splits. 
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Quaker 10/93 - 4/07
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Edited on 7/16/2007 11:57 AM
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I'll be at the poker game, just not playing...I'll work on my breaks for the big billiards tourney to follow!!
Sorry Mike won't be there to show us all those funky shots of his!!
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Nollster
Summer league (http://"http://www.allbowling.com/journal/public.php?uid=419&leagueid=13")
Winter League (http://"http://www.allbowling.com/journal/public.php?uid=419&leagueid=277")
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Well, the way our NC trip is working out this year Linda and I won't be able to make it to the gathering. Have a great time!! -- JohnP
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Hey all....
Been trying to work out my way down to the gathering this year, but it is
just not possible. Between the twins (Toma should understand this) and my
planning a family reunion vacation in another state that starts on July 29th,
I just couldn't work it out. I was really looking forward to it and wanted
to bring the whole lot of us, but the logistics and driving time are just too
prohibitive.
Really wanted to see everyone even the crazy people that run the lanes.
And, I will certainly miss the great cookies.
Dr. Joe
ps... will make every effort for next year.
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JohnP, Linda & Dr. Joe -
You will all be missed
I hope you all make it next year!
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Uh, oh, they're dropping like flies. Or flies hit to a Cubs outfield, anyway. Anyone heard from SrKegler lately?
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the 3 is silent
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I haven't heard from SrKegler in some time. Even if he can't make the gathering, I hope all is well with him and his family. Joe Falco also informed me that he will be unable to attend as well. I think a last minute trip came up that conflicted with the gathering. We might be having a small get together this time.
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Sorry we won't be seeing some of you. Strider, the two friends I'm bringing and I would be interested in poker, since you were asking for a head count.
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- Andy
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what time is everybody meeting at creekside on friday.
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Allen Greenberg
FOS lane 1 destroy's the pins.
cherry bomb
enriched uranium
tsunami
red xxxl buzzsaw
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What time do they open?
That's when we'll be there.
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the 3 is silent
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im all in pocket deuces
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yes i sandbag im left handed.
Typical house bowler
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im all in pocket deuces
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yes i sandbag im left handed.
Typical house bowler
Um, Okaaaaay? Does that mean you're attending the gathering? I've never seen you post here before.
Head count for poker:
Me
Toma
JPRLane1
a_ak57 + 2 friends
Probable - Ron and Andy (and Cindy?) from Creekside
If you're not doing anything bowling related Saturday night, feel free to come over even if you don't play poker. There is also a pool table for those who play. I have a little home brew left to try. I've been really lazy lately and haven't made a batch in months. Depending on the weather, I might have a small cook out also.
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Strider,
We were just talking about playing poker today, we will be there.
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Andy in Winston
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In just under 24 hours, I'll be on my way to the 5th Annual Gathering! I can hardly wait to meet up with everyone who is able to make it this year!
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USBC Bronze Coach
"I cannot change the direction of the wind but I can adjust my sails to reach my destination." Jimmy Dean
Quaker 10/93 - 4/07
Quaker (http://"http://thongprincess.bowlspace.com/gallery/view_gallery.one?gal_id=1")
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We hit the road bright and early tomorrow morning. Well, tomorrow morning anyway, and we'll stop someplace in SC for the night, and arrive Thursday afternoon, if everything works out OK. I can't wait, I need this vacation.
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the 3 is silent
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The wife and I may not make it until later Friday night, depending on whether or not I can get the day off work. Murphy's law: of course we got some rush jobs today and the boss wants to see them done this week.
When was the Scotch doubles again?
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Friday evening - 7 PM rings a bell, but I could be wrong ... it has been a year

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USBC Bronze Coach
"I cannot change the direction of the wind but I can adjust my sails to reach my destination." Jimmy Dean
Quaker 10/93 - 4/07
Quaker (http://"http://thongprincess.bowlspace.com/gallery/view_gallery.one?gal_id=1")
Edited on 7/24/2007 5:40 PM
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the start time is 7:30 sharp so checking in at 7:00pm sounds great TP.
See you guys there.
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Andy in Winston
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The weather doesn't look good for our golf outings. It's been raining off and on all evening and there's plenty more in the forecast for the next few days. Toma and Nollster are playing tomorrow afternoon and Thursday morning. I may let the weather dictate which day(s) I join them.
Anyone who gets into town Thursday afternoon can come to my PBA experience league (Viper) if they want. After watching me suffer, there is always plenty of time afterwards to give them a shot. I would especially like someone in another PBA league to give them a try. Our scores seem lower than many report here. I'd like to see if we don't have many talented bowlers or if the shot is tougher than average.
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FYI, only one friend and I will be attending, the other decided he has better things to do....

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Hey guys I have a bit of a problem here. I sprained my ankle last night during tennis and sprained it pretty bad. I was suppose to have my PBA league tonight Its not till 6:30 so i am hoping to give it a shot. Its not my slide ankle but it hurts to walk around at this point. I am off work rest of the week so hopefully I can rest it enough to make it up there saturday. I would say even if I can't bowl i woould come hang out, the only problem is my car has a clutch and just drving home from tennis last night wasn't the least bit fun. I hope more than anything to make it i will keep everyone updated.
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Leader & Founder of Fellowship of the Saws! 03/04/05 Respect us or get left in our Saw Dust!
I'm lefthanded and I throw Lane#1, its almost not fair! Just call me Robert Smith of the left!
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JPR -
I hope you can make it out. Is there anyone form the area you can catch a ride from? How far from Winston-Salem are you?
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"I cannot change the direction of the wind but I can adjust my sails to reach my destination." Jimmy Dean
Quaker 10/93 - 4/07
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I love the gathering every year.
This year things are different...REALLY shouldn't go...
But I'm looking for an excuse to stop down for a day or afternoon.
I have this garage I'm trying to clear out....
A couple of NIB balls and righty single drills (http://"http://www.ballreviews.com/Forum/Replies.asp?TopicID=169833&ForumID=26&CategoryID=12")
Now just maybe if I can convince myself I need to deliver to the gathering....hmmmm...
REgards,
Luckylefty
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Open the door...see what's possible...and just walk right on through...that's how easy success feels..
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LuckyLefty -
You know you will regret it if you don't come on out!
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"I cannot change the direction of the wind but I can adjust my sails to reach my destination." Jimmy Dean
Quaker 10/93 - 4/07
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Well so far so bad, i wasn't able to bowl in my PBA league tonight, I tried a few shots in practice and just couldn't make it work. Hopefully rest today and tomorrow and maybe I can bowl saturday or at least make it up. It mostly interstate for me so I wouldn't have to shift too much. I was really looking forward to bowling and unveiling the new ball speed. Hopefully I can but if not there is always next year.
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There is only one Lane#1. Know it, Live it, Throw it or Get Beat by IT! 
Leader & Founder of Fellowship of the Saws! 03/04/05 Respect us or get left in our Saw Dust!
I'm lefthanded and I throw Lane#1, its almost not fair! Just call me Robert Smith of the left!
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JPRLane1 -
Hope you can make it to visit if not bowl. Rest and heal quickly!
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USBC Bronze Coach
"I cannot change the direction of the wind but I can adjust my sails to reach my destination." Jimmy Dean
Quaker 10/93 - 4/07
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I am definitely going to make the drive, its really not looking good for bowling but maybe it will be a lot better by tomnorrow. "Fingers Crossed"
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There is only one Lane#1. Know it, Live it, Throw it or Get Beat by IT! 
Leader & Founder of Fellowship of the Saws! 03/04/05 Respect us or get left in our Saw Dust!
I'm lefthanded and I throw Lane#1, its almost not fair! Just call me Robert Smith of the left!
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This might have been covered but what time is everyone planning on getting there saturday morning?
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There is only one Lane#1. Know it, Live it, Throw it or Get Beat by IT! 
Leader & Founder of Fellowship of the Saws! 03/04/05 Respect us or get left in our Saw Dust!
I'm lefthanded and I throw Lane#1, its almost not fair! Just call me Robert Smith of the left!
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If it is like today, some were there as early as 10AM. I got there about 11:30AM, I'll probably be one of the earlier ones tomorrow.
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USBC Bronze Coach
"I cannot change the direction of the wind but I can adjust my sails to reach my destination." Jimmy Dean
Quaker 10/93 - 4/07
Quaker (http://"http://thongprincess.bowlspace.com/gallery/view_gallery.one?gal_id=1")
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Just wanted to say thanks to Ron and all the staff at Creekside for being such excellent hosts! Everything went smoothly on "Ron Time".
100% Ditto. For those of you who don't know what "Ron Time" is, you'll just need to show up at the gathering next year to find out. We had a good time. Even my wife, who admittedly enjoys watching bowling but not participating, got into the action and enjoyed herself immensely. What did you people do to her? As a side note, she finished 2nd in the bragging rights tournament while I finished 2nd last. Luckily, she's been merciful so far.
This having been my first gathering, I was a little worried about meeting everyone else. I've been to gatherings of online communities for other reasons before and have had bad experiences. For any of you who are considering going to a gathering, let me tell you, this is a fun bunch of people to be around. I think I forgot we're talking about bowlers here, the most down-to-earth people out there. For everyone whom we met, we're glad we did.
The only problems were not having enough time to spend with everyone, missing some people that couldn't make the trip, and cutting the annual tournament short a game. For some reason, people wanted to eat instead of bowl. I'm still trying to wrap my mind around that concept.
We're already looking forward to next year. Ron, Strider, everyone else, let us know if there's anything we can do to pitch in and help organize, promote, or what have you, for next year.
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