Title: Soda
Post by: Kevin C on March 08, 2005, 08:53:30 pm
Hello
it seems like the activity here has really picked up over the last few months. Well I know I am new but this FB is very active. This FB has a great group of posters!
So what does everyone do for their real job? I am a contractor for home repair & air conditioning. I have the opportunity to check in here on the FB several times during the day from work.
Why not post a picture of yourself so we can place a face with a post.
The attached picture of me with my 16 year old son. This picture was taken after a HS Football playoff victory.
So there I took the first step!
Kevin
it seems like the activity here has really picked up over the last few months. Well I know I am new but this FB is very active. This FB has a great group of posters!
So what does everyone do for their real job? I am a contractor for home repair & air conditioning. I have the opportunity to check in here on the FB several times during the day from work.
Why not post a picture of yourself so we can place a face with a post.
The attached picture of me with my 16 year old son. This picture was taken after a HS Football playoff victory.
So there I took the first step!
Kevin
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Post by: on March 08, 2005, 09:43:53 pm
Great idea Kevin!
I love it here and genuinely enjoy every single post.
Here I am with my wife and two kids.
I'm 36 years old.
I love it here and genuinely enjoy every single post.
Here I am with my wife and two kids.
I'm 36 years old.
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Post by: Creighton on March 09, 2005, 02:45:39 am
I agree, this is a great place!!
Well there isn't one pic of Linda and I that we could agree was good enough to post. Here be a photoshop composite. Both images are from an Antigua vacation. I'm not really in the water (happy in a lawn chair on the beach).
I'm 43 and work our small buisiness with some GPS consulting when the phone rings. Linda is full time GPS tech support and does all the designs/web page for the stamp thing. Looking forward to seeing the rest of you :-) Fun Post!!
Creighton
Well there isn't one pic of Linda and I that we could agree was good enough to post. Here be a photoshop composite. Both images are from an Antigua vacation. I'm not really in the water (happy in a lawn chair on the beach).
I'm 43 and work our small buisiness with some GPS consulting when the phone rings. Linda is full time GPS tech support and does all the designs/web page for the stamp thing. Looking forward to seeing the rest of you :-) Fun Post!!
Creighton
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Post by: loman4ec on March 09, 2005, 10:00:11 am
Well this is me. This picture is taken outside of Daytona Beach Fl At a park on the water. As I have said before I just graduated From Embry Riddle Aeronautical University. I am a Commercial Pilot but I am going into the Air Traffic Control field. I am on a year waiting list to begin training, so right now I am an arcade tech and manager of a lazer tag arena.
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Post by: halehouse on March 09, 2005, 10:53:40 am
Great idea and pics! I teach for Fairfax County Public Schools in VA (a suburban county of Washington, D.C.). Here is a picture of me and my son near the Jefferson Memorial at last year's Cherry Blossom Festival.
I hope this posts, I have been having posting.
I hope this posts, I have been having posting.
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Post by: BrianB on March 09, 2005, 03:06:12 pm
Welp, thought I should contribute too! Here's a picture of me taken at a staff Christmas Party from 3 years ago (really current,eh?) when I was still on active duty with the Navy in San Diego. I now work for the Department of Defense as an Electronics Technician. I am one of 6 In-Service Engineering Agent's for the Navy Signal Processors program. Currently I am based out of NSWC Crane, Indiana and live in Bloomington, Indiana. I'm also still in the Naval Reserve, was a Sonar Technician for 12 years and have been a Master-At-Arms (Police, Anti-terrorism/Force Protection). for going on 3 years.
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Post by: dr galaga on March 09, 2005, 07:15:28 pm
36 years old and a high school teacher
(which is why I don't have a floating Coke machine or a full glass of beer in my picture
)
(which is why I don't have a floating Coke machine or a full glass of beer in my picture
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Post by: dr galaga on March 09, 2005, 07:19:14 pm
Hmmm.
Let me try adding the picture again!
Let me try adding the picture again!
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Post by: BryanH on March 10, 2005, 12:07:27 pm
I work for IBM in business development, licensing and sales (ie I sit on my butt in the office, on a plane or in a mtg room). Used to be into woodworking until we moved to AZ. Lost my basement and wasn't willing to give up my garage for the tools. Sold the big tools and have moved into bottle machines for my beer. Right now my family lovingly refers to my VMC as "Dad's stupid machine"... just wait until it's all shining and dropping out cold ones in the 110F heat of the summer 
Title: Soda
Post by: Kevin C on March 14, 2005, 03:16:54 pm
bump back to the top.
Kevin
Kevin
Title: Soda
Post by: Kevin C on March 24, 2005, 09:23:01 am
Hello
What about the rest of you guys & gals?
An update on my son & myself. He will be on spring break next week & we will be visiting NCST & Clemson. Then in April we will be making another visit to the UT-Vols. You only get a chance like this one time so I am going to enjoy the ride. I guess you all can tell I am a proud father.
So come on tell us a little about yourselves. Don't worry the internet bad guys wont get you!!
Kevin
OK all better
What about the rest of you guys & gals?
An update on my son & myself. He will be on spring break next week & we will be visiting NCST & Clemson. Then in April we will be making another visit to the UT-Vols. You only get a chance like this one time so I am going to enjoy the ride. I guess you all can tell I am a proud father.
So come on tell us a little about yourselves. Don't worry the internet bad guys wont get you!!
Kevin
OK all better
Title: Soda
Post by: on March 24, 2005, 09:41:22 am
You said "Do worry".
Title: Soda
Post by: vendobaldtops on March 24, 2005, 11:18:06 pm
I am a Marketing Manager for a publishing company here in Northern California. I'll post a pic as soon as my wife comes back with the dang camera from visiting her family in Brazil...that gives me about a week to find some more machines...she's been gone a month and I've picked up a couple of square tops.
Last year when she made the yearly visit home, I was able to pick-up a nice original Cavalier 72. She nearly killed me when she got back..now I am eyeing an unrestored Vendo 81D...if i get it, I know I will be in the dog house..which on further thought is not THAT bad....that's where all of my machines are!
By the way, has anyone tried the Brazilian soft drink Guarana Antartica? That stuff is good!!!!! Also comes in glass bottles down there.
Last year when she made the yearly visit home, I was able to pick-up a nice original Cavalier 72. She nearly killed me when she got back..now I am eyeing an unrestored Vendo 81D...if i get it, I know I will be in the dog house..which on further thought is not THAT bad....that's where all of my machines are!
By the way, has anyone tried the Brazilian soft drink Guarana Antartica? That stuff is good!!!!! Also comes in glass bottles down there.Title: Soda
Post by: sodaworks on March 24, 2005, 11:33:12 pm
I am a process control supervisor for the third largest cement producer in the world. My home plant is here locally in central Calfornia. On ocassion, I travel to our other plants around the U.S. and canada to assist on start support teams, pyro-processing and alternative fuel teams. In my spare time I enjoy working in my restoration shop. Will submit a photo later, new @^%$# computer program so I'm still trying to figure it out. Thanks Terry 
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Post by: Pat Pixley on March 24, 2005, 11:40:16 pm
Well I'm in the Family business we own 4 insurance agency
around Michigan and I run one of the office's. my wife works for a insurance company in the claims dept. And my daughter
graduating this year from high school.
around Michigan and I run one of the office's. my wife works for a insurance company in the claims dept. And my daughter
graduating this year from high school.
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Post by: petey64 on March 25, 2005, 11:21:31 am
My name is Peter Montgomery and i am the netwrok manager for the Pasadena Tournament of Roses and in this picture with me is my little angel Jordan "well somtimes and angel" if any of you folks need computer advice just ask.
Title: Soda
Post by: sodaworks on March 25, 2005, 07:13:54 pm
Hello Peter,
Looking forward to meeting you in early May. Terry
Looking forward to meeting you in early May. Terry
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Post by: vendobaldtops on March 25, 2005, 10:08:41 pm
Hey Pete,
Welcome to the board! Glad to know that California is well-represented on SMC.
Welcome to the board! Glad to know that California is well-represented on SMC.
Title: Soda
Post by: davethebirdman on March 26, 2005, 04:45:21 am
Hi Group
Sorry no digital camera, so no picture at the moment.
My name is Dave Bird and I'm 39 years old and live about 40 miles north of London with my wife, Becky, and two kids. Elliot aged 4 and Jessie 17 mths going on 17yrs.
I am a Police officer and have been for 20yrs. I am currently training new recruits at Hendon Police Accademy.
My real love is the 50's especially Americana. I have 4 jukes and a Vendo 39. Also collect 1950's rock & Roll posters. Also have a Genuine NY Walk-Don't walk sign (don't have them in UK) and a 1960's USPS Post Box. Taken from an Air Base when your boys started clearing out.
Dave
Sorry no digital camera, so no picture at the moment.
My name is Dave Bird and I'm 39 years old and live about 40 miles north of London with my wife, Becky, and two kids. Elliot aged 4 and Jessie 17 mths going on 17yrs.
I am a Police officer and have been for 20yrs. I am currently training new recruits at Hendon Police Accademy.
My real love is the 50's especially Americana. I have 4 jukes and a Vendo 39. Also collect 1950's rock & Roll posters. Also have a Genuine NY Walk-Don't walk sign (don't have them in UK) and a 1960's USPS Post Box. Taken from an Air Base when your boys started clearing out.
Dave
Title: Soda
Post by: on March 26, 2005, 10:56:44 pm
Very cool stuff Dave.
We hadn't heard from you in awhile, so I'm glad you are back with us.
We hadn't heard from you in awhile, so I'm glad you are back with us.
Title: Soda
Post by: Jim on March 27, 2005, 07:53:26 pm
Hello everyone,
Sorry for delaying my post...
Employed as a Driver Engineer with Fire Rescue for 18 years; family of four including me... My wife Michele, Sarah & Emily.
I also have other interests... A post regarding skateboard parks prompted me to post this photo:
Any questions...?
Sorry for delaying my post...
Employed as a Driver Engineer with Fire Rescue for 18 years; family of four including me... My wife Michele, Sarah & Emily.
I also have other interests... A post regarding skateboard parks prompted me to post this photo:
Any questions...?
Title: Soda
Post by: on March 27, 2005, 08:26:18 pm
I am 28, married to a patient woman, with 3 kids (10, 6, 1). I manage the medical equipment division of my parent's corporation her in Midland, Texas. As soon as my wife let's me buy a digital camera i'll post a picture! Jusitn
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Post by: Jim on March 27, 2005, 08:57:19 pm
Remember this Justin...
Forgiveness can take two weeks... Permission may take a life time!
Just buy one, she'll forgive! Eventually...
Forgiveness can take two weeks... Permission may take a life time!
Just buy one, she'll forgive! Eventually...
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Post by: BrianB on March 27, 2005, 09:33:08 pm
Sweet grind Jim!! Man, I hung my board a bunch of years ago....I guess breaking my tailbone kinda precipitated that. Tried dropping in on a HUGE half pipe in my buddies backyard when I had zero business doing it. I was more of a street rat and thought it would be cool to pull some Peralta-ish moves on a pipe. What a wake-up call that was!
Man, I hung my board a bunch of years ago....I guess breaking my tailbone kinda precipitated that. Tried dropping in on a HUGE half pipe in my buddies backyard when I had zero business doing it. I was more of a street rat and thought it would be cool to pull some Peralta-ish moves on a pipe. What a wake-up call that was! Title: Soda
Post by: on March 27, 2005, 10:58:04 pm
Jim,
Nice gleaming of the cube. I used to shred in my past life too.
Great photos. But you still haven't answered my age quesion.
Boy have I used Jim's forgiveness strategy while filling my gameroom, home theater and now Coke Machine garage!
Glad that I am still married.
Nice gleaming of the cube. I used to shred in my past life too.
Great photos. But you still haven't answered my age quesion.
Boy have I used Jim's forgiveness strategy while filling my gameroom, home theater and now Coke Machine garage!
Glad that I am still married.
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Post by: firemun on March 28, 2005, 12:08:51 am
I have not taken a good photo since about...60lbs ago. Like Jim, most of my life was spent in the fire dept...with various other activities interspersed.
I went back to school in my late 20's, ended up doing some flammability research for NASA for a few years that contributed to the design of the fire suppression and detection system on the Int. Space Station. One degree led to another and in 1999 I took a position starting up and subsequently running a Fire Safety Engineering program at the University of North Carolina - Charlotte. My other hobby, trying to get my doctoral dissertation finished up.
As for asking permission versus forgiveness…Calvin of Calvin and Hobbes fame once said “questions you already know the answer to...you don’t have to ask”. Such a true and perspicacious observation from such a young lad.
Photo: Me and my kind, loving and mostly understanding wife.
I went back to school in my late 20's, ended up doing some flammability research for NASA for a few years that contributed to the design of the fire suppression and detection system on the Int. Space Station. One degree led to another and in 1999 I took a position starting up and subsequently running a Fire Safety Engineering program at the University of North Carolina - Charlotte. My other hobby, trying to get my doctoral dissertation finished up.
As for asking permission versus forgiveness…Calvin of Calvin and Hobbes fame once said “questions you already know the answer to...you don’t have to ask”. Such a true and perspicacious observation from such a young lad.
Photo: Me and my kind, loving and mostly understanding wife.
Title: Soda
Post by: jasmine64 on March 28, 2005, 10:02:45 am
All I can say is great to be able to put a face with a name.
I dont like having my pic taken so there are very few I have. I'll find one though.
Im a former banker and now run my own business from my home.
Ebay junkie.Married, 1 teenager, a 6 year old Dachshund Jasmine. Great dogs. 1 very hyper cat. A Steve Perry/Journey junkie. Grew up in my dads auto repair shop, I think that's where my "tinkering" with any thing mechanical comes from. Or a side effect from the bondo and paint fumes.
I dont like having my pic taken so there are very few I have. I'll find one though.
Im a former banker and now run my own business from my home.
Ebay junkie.Married, 1 teenager, a 6 year old Dachshund Jasmine. Great dogs. 1 very hyper cat. A Steve Perry/Journey junkie. Grew up in my dads auto repair shop, I think that's where my "tinkering" with any thing mechanical comes from. Or a side effect from the bondo and paint fumes.
Title: Soda
Post by: sodaworks on March 28, 2005, 11:37:36 am
Heya Jim,
Nice action shot there. My oldest son was a pretty good freestyle skate boarder until he went into the USAF. Most of my hobbies revolve around "horsepower".
Nice action shot there. My oldest son was a pretty good freestyle skate boarder until he went into the USAF. Most of my hobbies revolve around "horsepower".
Title: Soda
Post by: on March 28, 2005, 10:39:47 pm
Jim, my wife is pretty understanding ( have 2 machines with 2 more on the way. I got a digital camera tonight. Guess I did marry up! Justin
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Post by: Pat Pixley on April 03, 2005, 03:28:36 pm
this is great to finally put a name with a face, But there is 628 members
and only 12 photo . Come on let's see the rest of you people.
Pat
and only 12 photo . Come on let's see the rest of you people.
Pat
Title: Soda
Post by: Jim on April 03, 2005, 07:27:56 pm
I guess I'll be thinning the database again soon...
Title: Soda
Post by: on April 03, 2005, 10:00:04 pm
I thought I would make lucky 13 and keep this post going.
I am 36 and own a small Civil Engineering firm outside of Boston, MA (anyone need a subdivision designed?). I am married with no kids and three fish. Pictured here is my wife Beth and myself on vacation in Maui. I enjoy fishing, scuba diving, hanging out on the boat, and tinkering around with anything mechanical (I'm a bit of a motorhead)...............
My wife doesn't mind my new hobby, but doesn't quite understand it.
Really enjoy the site! I have learned a ton over the past year.
I am 36 and own a small Civil Engineering firm outside of Boston, MA (anyone need a subdivision designed?). I am married with no kids and three fish. Pictured here is my wife Beth and myself on vacation in Maui. I enjoy fishing, scuba diving, hanging out on the boat, and tinkering around with anything mechanical (I'm a bit of a motorhead)...............
My wife doesn't mind my new hobby, but doesn't quite understand it.
Really enjoy the site! I have learned a ton over the past year.
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Post by: Pat Pixley on April 03, 2005, 11:14:02 pm
Ok Larry, That looks like you were having to much fun .And what kind
of fish alive or Trophy on the wall kind ?
Pat
of fish alive or Trophy on the wall kind ?
Pat
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Post by: racerx45 on April 03, 2005, 11:58:06 pm
| Quote (Jim @ April 03 2005,5:27) |
| I guess I'll be thinning the database again soon... |
So Jim you are saying either post your mug shot or your out!?
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Post by: Jim on April 04, 2005, 04:54:09 am
Steve,
We get people that visit only one or two times and never return...
I was just being smart when Pat stated there's over 600 members and only a handfull have placed a face with a name...
Every so often, I remove members that have had no activity for six months or longer...
We get people that visit only one or two times and never return...
I was just being smart when Pat stated there's over 600 members and only a handfull have placed a face with a name...
Every so often, I remove members that have had no activity for six months or longer...
Title: Soda
Post by: racerx45 on April 04, 2005, 10:09:27 pm
Ok here is my picture. It was taken at an un-named factory roof top “meeting place” and as you can see I am helping my self to a sample of their product. 
I hope I did a good job not revealing where I was or what I was drinking because you know this is a “Soda” forum
I hope I did a good job not revealing where I was or what I was drinking because you know this is a “Soda” forum
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Post by: on April 05, 2005, 06:59:20 am
racerx45,
It figures you'd be using a dispenser.
It figures you'd be using a dispenser.
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Post by: Bob K on April 05, 2005, 07:09:19 am
Not only is he using a dispenser, he later unscrewed it from the bar and took it home...
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Post by: Kevin C on April 05, 2005, 07:56:34 am
Hey Flippa
What kind of boat to you have?
I live down on the SC coast & of course everyone has a boat.
23ft CC Key West with 250 Yamaha.
So many toys & not enough time. What is a man suppose to do?
Kevin
What kind of boat to you have?
I live down on the SC coast & of course everyone has a boat.
23ft CC Key West with 250 Yamaha.
So many toys & not enough time. What is a man suppose to do?
Kevin
Title: Soda
Post by: on April 05, 2005, 08:35:56 am
A man is supposed to install one of his vintage soda machines on his boat.
That's what a man is supposed to do.
That's what a man is supposed to do.
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Post by: on April 05, 2005, 10:46:29 pm
Pat, I only have live fish at the house. None hanging on the wall. And most of the fish (or lobsters) that come home only stay for dinner.
Kevin, I need to preface this with saying that my dear wife is very, very understanding. I am a bigger water junkie than a soda machine addict. I have a 22' Grady White Seafarer w/ a 488 Merc. I/O ( for going way offshore chasing fish), a 17' Boston Whaler Montauk w/ a 88hp Johnson (easy to trailer & drop in the bays & lakes), an 8' Basstracker w/ an electrtic motor (for the ponds near the house), and a pair of kyacks (thank God she also enjoys my hobbies, I love that girl).
And living in SC, you at least have a longer boating season than we do up here in the Northeast.
The ice just broke on all of the ponds last week, and the ocean has only warmed up to 40 degrees. Hopefully we will be out on the water within the next week or so!!!!!
Kevin, I need to preface this with saying that my dear wife is very, very understanding. I am a bigger water junkie than a soda machine addict. I have a 22' Grady White Seafarer w/ a 488 Merc. I/O ( for going way offshore chasing fish), a 17' Boston Whaler Montauk w/ a 88hp Johnson (easy to trailer & drop in the bays & lakes), an 8' Basstracker w/ an electrtic motor (for the ponds near the house), and a pair of kyacks (thank God she also enjoys my hobbies, I love that girl).
And living in SC, you at least have a longer boating season than we do up here in the Northeast.
The ice just broke on all of the ponds last week, and the ocean has only warmed up to 40 degrees. Hopefully we will be out on the water within the next week or so!!!!!
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Post by: Creighton on April 06, 2005, 02:08:14 am
Wow!
1000 views 40 posts. Gotta be a record of some sort.
Creighton
1000 views 40 posts. Gotta be a record of some sort.
Creighton
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Post by: Pat Pixley on April 12, 2005, 09:13:48 pm
WOW !!! I can't believe every one who has check this out
and we've only add a few more photo's .
Pat
and we've only add a few more photo's .
Pat
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Post by: Creighton on April 15, 2005, 10:11:23 pm
Back to the top.
Creighton
Creighton
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Post by: sodaworks on April 18, 2005, 10:18:41 pm
Here's a photo taken a few weks ago on Easter Sunday of Kylie (my grand daughter) and me in our flower bed.Terry
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Post by: sodaworks on April 18, 2005, 10:20:40 pm
And it's true film does add about 20 lbs. to ya. Ha-ha. terry
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Post by: 90grad on May 03, 2005, 08:24:19 am
Hello,
I am very new to this forum. I live in Harford county, which is in northeastern Maryland. I am an engineer and test weapons for the Army at Aberdeen Proving Ground. I am 37, married, with two kids (my son is 2 1/2 and my daughter is 1).
Wayne
This is a picture of me in Venice about 4 years ago.
I am very new to this forum. I live in Harford county, which is in northeastern Maryland. I am an engineer and test weapons for the Army at Aberdeen Proving Ground. I am 37, married, with two kids (my son is 2 1/2 and my daughter is 1).
Wayne
This is a picture of me in Venice about 4 years ago.
Title: Soda
Post by: BrianB on May 03, 2005, 09:27:38 am
Wayne,
Welcome to the boards! Glad to have you around to share the addiction!!
Welcome to the boards! Glad to have you around to share the addiction!!
Title: Soda
Post by: Kevin C on May 06, 2005, 09:02:57 am
Wayne
Good to have you here.
FYI I tested some the army's weapons including a true warrior the M1A1 Abrams. It is a great machine that has proven itself in the no rules sand box.
Kevin
Good to have you here.
FYI I tested some the army's weapons including a true warrior the M1A1 Abrams. It is a great machine that has proven itself in the no rules sand box.
Kevin
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Post by: on May 06, 2005, 09:13:09 am
The VMC33 is really nice but he will never get 2500$ for it.
Title: Soda
Post by: 90grad on May 06, 2005, 09:27:32 am
Kevin,
The first thing I tested when I started here was the M1A2. I spent 5 years basically living in that thing. Man, I love the Abrams.
Lars,
I agree. I very politely told them so and left my number. Coincidentally, the lady lives across the street from our former home. She is listing the machine for her boyfriend in Baltimore. She was very nice, but it seems they got some misinformation at some point. Oh well. I am still looking.
Wayne
The first thing I tested when I started here was the M1A2. I spent 5 years basically living in that thing. Man, I love the Abrams.
Lars,
I agree. I very politely told them so and left my number. Coincidentally, the lady lives across the street from our former home. She is listing the machine for her boyfriend in Baltimore. She was very nice, but it seems they got some misinformation at some point. Oh well. I am still looking.
Wayne
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Post by: Kevin C on May 06, 2005, 03:15:56 pm
Wayne
I guess I was not a tester of the M1A1 but the proud owner of 14 of them with some of Americas best your men as crewmen. Nothing like rolling across county firing a 120MM cannon & hitting the target at 2200 meters everytime we fired. Even better firing at night because we could see & nobody could see us.
Sorry just reliving something.
So what kind of soda machine do you have?
Kevin
I guess I was not a tester of the M1A1 but the proud owner of 14 of them with some of Americas best your men as crewmen. Nothing like rolling across county firing a 120MM cannon & hitting the target at 2200 meters everytime we fired. Even better firing at night because we could see & nobody could see us.
Sorry just reliving something.
So what kind of soda machine do you have?
Kevin
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Post by: 90grad on May 06, 2005, 03:22:13 pm
Kevin,
Hats off to you and a big debt of gratitude for serving our country. I only have a beat up Westinghouse Standard Ice Cooler. I can't seem to get my hands on a machine, but have had a few near misses.
Wayne
Hats off to you and a big debt of gratitude for serving our country. I only have a beat up Westinghouse Standard Ice Cooler. I can't seem to get my hands on a machine, but have had a few near misses.
Wayne
Title: Soda
Post by: on May 06, 2005, 03:47:39 pm
Better to have "near misses" with soda machines rather than with the M1A1 and M1A2's.
Title: Soda
Post by: 90grad on May 07, 2005, 06:56:39 am
'kito,
You are right about that. The cool thing is those tanks don't miss much. They are, without a doubt, the finest in the world. I should restore my Westinghouse Standard in camoflage colors.
Wayne
You are right about that. The cool thing is those tanks don't miss much. They are, without a doubt, the finest in the world. I should restore my Westinghouse Standard in camoflage colors.
Wayne
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Post by: sodaworks on May 07, 2005, 09:32:59 am
Hello Wayne,
Westinghouse Standard in camoflage colors? That actually sounds pretty cool.....If I did that I bet my kids wouldn't drink so many soda's. Hmm..
Westinghouse Standard in camoflage colors? That actually sounds pretty cool.....If I did that I bet my kids wouldn't drink so many soda's. Hmm..
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Post by: joesquid on May 22, 2005, 06:30:12 am
I'm Eric Johnson ("Joe Squid" is an old nickname acquired in my Navy carreer) 36, active duty Navy for 19 years this June. Started off as a nuclear engineer serving onboard the Los Angeles Class submarine, USS INDIANAPOLIS (SSN-697), got in trouble (errors of our youth ) tranferred to salvage Navy (that was FUN!!) served onboard USS RECLAIMER, (ARS-42) and USS SALVOR (ARS-52), participated in deepest salvage operation in the world, transferred to gas turbine propulsion field after four years in the salvage fleet, serving in both Operation Just Cause (Noriega removal) and first Gulf War. Served onboard the plankowner crew of USS RAINIER (AOE-7). I'm currently employed as the leading Gas Turbine Chief onboard the Navy's newest Arleigh Burke Class Destroyer USS FARRAGUT DDG-99, currently under construction in Bath, Maine.
Yet my greatest adventure is still being a husband to my wife, Erin (very patient woman) and father to my three kids, Devin (7), Eli (3), and Lanna (1).
Got started with coke machines when my church gave me an old one to tinker with. My associate pastor (and good friend) knew I collected coke stuff and as they say, the rest is history.
) tranferred to salvage Navy (that was FUN!!) served onboard USS RECLAIMER, (ARS-42) and USS SALVOR (ARS-52), participated in deepest salvage operation in the world, transferred to gas turbine propulsion field after four years in the salvage fleet, serving in both Operation Just Cause (Noriega removal) and first Gulf War. Served onboard the plankowner crew of USS RAINIER (AOE-7). I'm currently employed as the leading Gas Turbine Chief onboard the Navy's newest Arleigh Burke Class Destroyer USS FARRAGUT DDG-99, currently under construction in Bath, Maine.Yet my greatest adventure is still being a husband to my wife, Erin (very patient woman) and father to my three kids, Devin (7), Eli (3), and Lanna (1).
Got started with coke machines when my church gave me an old one to tinker with. My associate pastor (and good friend) knew I collected coke stuff and as they say, the rest is history.
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Post by: joesquid on May 22, 2005, 07:03:42 am
Here's a pic of what will be the mightiest warship in the fleet next year (yeah, I'm just a little proud). Not as cool as an Abrams (I'm a HUGE Army fan and thanks for serving Kevin!!) but knowing my enginerooms ensure we're on station launching Tomahawks simultaneously from both fore and aft missle platforms to protect my soldiers and marines is a pretty good feeling!!
Same Team......Same Enemy.....Same Fight!!
Jim, the ballcap I sent you is the official command ballcap for this ship.
Same Team......Same Enemy.....Same Fight!!
Jim, the ballcap I sent you is the official command ballcap for this ship.
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Post by: on May 23, 2005, 02:25:33 pm
Not that it compares to a destroyer, but here's my ride when I'm on duty.
USAF SSgt A. J. Chier
147th Logistics
Ellington Field TX
USAF SSgt A. J. Chier
147th Logistics
Ellington Field TX
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Post by: on May 23, 2005, 02:50:18 pm
And here's a photo of me with one of my children... I'm a 27 year old Undergrad Junior at Texas A&M University. I'm studying Construction Science at the moment. Previously I worked as a mechanic for Superior Ready Mix, San Diego's largest concrete company, then went to work as a frieght car repairman for the BNSF Railroad, Joined the Air National Guard back in March of 2000 and started going to college a few years ago. I used to be an air force comm. installer when I first joined but they closed my base down a few months ago so I joined another unit as a transportation operator (Busses, forklifts, wrecker, 18 wheeler). Civilian-wise, I drive busses part time for the university to pay for my coin-op habit. Besides that classes keep me very busy. Love you guys!
A J
A J
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Post by: Kevin C on May 23, 2005, 04:18:03 pm
Hey
Check out this Photo of the King in action!
Kevin
Check out this Photo of the King in action!
Kevin
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Post by: on May 24, 2005, 02:20:11 am
A.J.,
Nice machine. Does that wooden case have a sheet of felt attached to the bottom?
Great T-shirt!
Glad you're here.
Nice machine. Does that wooden case have a sheet of felt attached to the bottom
? Great T-shirt!
Glad you're here.
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Post by: on May 24, 2005, 08:25:12 am
Hey Markito,
I know, I'm going to catch some flack for this but no, it doesn't have any felt. The machine is in semi-original paint from probably the 1960s and it looks as though a case was always kept on top of the machine. The paint up there is ruined anyway so I gently place a case up there just for show. Believe me, I'm not going to damage the paint up there any further, it's as bad as it gets already.
A J
I know, I'm going to catch some flack for this but no, it doesn't have any felt. The machine is in semi-original paint from probably the 1960s and it looks as though a case was always kept on top of the machine. The paint up there is ruined anyway so I gently place a case up there just for show. Believe me, I'm not going to damage the paint up there any further, it's as bad as it gets already.
A J
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Post by: Kevin C on May 24, 2005, 10:33:20 am
Lonestaragge
Your team gets to opens the season here in SC. Texas A & M - Clemson Tigers. I hope my Tigers come out on top this time!!!
Kevin
Your team gets to opens the season here in SC. Texas A & M - Clemson Tigers. I hope my Tigers come out on top this time!!!
Kevin
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Post by: on May 24, 2005, 11:43:00 am
Hey Kevin,
I'll be here rooting for my Ags for sure. If you care to make a friendly wager I'll bet you a six pack of Dublin DP versus a six pack of whatever local soda brand you have there in SC that the Ags take it. I'm not a gamling man really, but it sounds like a cool bet for this discussion area. Let me know if you're up for it.
A J
I'll be here rooting for my Ags for sure. If you care to make a friendly wager I'll bet you a six pack of Dublin DP versus a six pack of whatever local soda brand you have there in SC that the Ags take it. I'm not a gamling man really, but it sounds like a cool bet for this discussion area. Let me know if you're up for it.
A J
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Post by: Kevin C on May 24, 2005, 03:35:19 pm
Hey
I am up for it. Local soda that some people like is a brand of ginger ale. Please excuse the spelling. The name is Blenthen. I will look at the store when I go next time & come up with a something!
The bet is on Clemson Tigers ( Formally Clemson A & M) the Texas A & M Aggies 3 September 2005, Death Valley, Clemson SC.
Kevin
Clemson 81
I am up for it. Local soda that some people like is a brand of ginger ale. Please excuse the spelling. The name is Blenthen. I will look at the store when I go next time & come up with a something!
The bet is on Clemson Tigers ( Formally Clemson A & M) the Texas A & M Aggies 3 September 2005, Death Valley, Clemson SC.
Kevin
Clemson 81
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Post by: loman4ec on May 31, 2005, 08:46:27 am
I just wanted to update my picture. This is my girlfriend Kate and I. The picture is taken at St Augustine Fl a few weeks ago when I was down here visiting for her masters graduation from Embry Riddle. I am now starting to get unpacked as we have been beach bums for the past few days. It is great to be back here in sunny Florida.
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Post by: MoonDawg on May 31, 2005, 10:19:42 am
Hang on to this girl Josh. Not only is she pretty..............She's got a good JOB, a pilot !
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Post by: Bob K on May 31, 2005, 10:59:03 am
That's a nice picture of the two of you. You look happy to be back!!
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Post by: on May 31, 2005, 11:33:50 am
What a beautiful couple!
I'm happy for you!
I'm happy for you!
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Post by: sodaworks on May 31, 2005, 11:47:58 am
Maybe a SMC wedding in the making.
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Post by: on May 31, 2005, 01:37:11 pm
Terry, I like the way you think!
I sure hope we will all be invited.
Josh's wedding registry will be just a list of vintage soda machines that he wants.
I sure hope we will all be invited.
Josh's wedding registry will be just a list of vintage soda machines that he wants.
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Post by: Kevin C on August 08, 2005, 09:26:05 am
Hello
Bumping back to the top!
Let's get some of the newby's to post their pictures!
Kevin
Bumping back to the top!
Let's get some of the newby's to post their pictures!
Kevin
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Post by: on August 08, 2005, 02:38:42 pm
I am a project manager for a herbal company in Utah.
28 years old with three daughters. This is a pic of me with the newest back in Feb. It had been a long night, went to bed at 10 and to the hospital at 11:30. No sleep until the next night. Oh well it was worth it.
28 years old with three daughters. This is a pic of me with the newest back in Feb. It had been a long night, went to bed at 10 and to the hospital at 11:30. No sleep until the next night. Oh well it was worth it.
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Post by: dr galaga on August 08, 2005, 06:51:10 pm
I thought I'd "move" the pic over here.
Markito on the right and myself on the left (and felt under the case! ).
Markito on the right and myself on the left (and felt under the case!
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Post by: Kevin C on August 08, 2005, 09:04:05 pm
Hey
What kind of "Soda" are you guys drinking?
I vote Molson!
Kevin
What kind of "Soda" are you guys drinking?
I vote Molson!
Kevin
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Post by: Pat Pixley on August 08, 2005, 10:48:31 pm
There's two guy's that look like they could be the
next Blue's Brother's
or in a ad for Molson .
Pat
next Blue's Brother's
or in a ad for Molson .
Pat
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Post by: sodaworks on August 08, 2005, 10:53:43 pm
Elwood and Jake at their best.
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Post by: dr galaga on August 09, 2005, 07:44:44 am
Sorry guys, only Coke that day (Markito is holding a 10 oz. Barq's bottle). 
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Post by: on August 09, 2005, 10:29:12 am
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Post by: on October 01, 2005, 05:45:05 pm
| Quote (sodaworks @ April 18 2005,11:18) |
| Here's a photo taken a few weks ago on Easter Sunday of Kylie (my grand daughter) and me in our flower bed.Terry |
OMG that flower bed is beautiful.... what a cute picture... I can imagine your granddaughter taking wedding pictures right there before you know it.
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Post by: on October 01, 2005, 05:47:04 pm
| Quote (Kevin C @ May 06 2005,10:02) |
| M1A1 Abrams. It is a great machine |
Oh man... how come they never have those on ebay?
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Post by: on October 01, 2005, 05:56:40 pm
Me
and my pc
and my pc
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Post by: on October 01, 2005, 06:01:46 pm
I don't know who those guys are... they keep coming around here eating all my chips.
And the truly funny thing is how much more powerfull my AMD ATHLON 3200+ is than that dinosaur above.
I've done a bunch of different work... market research, alarm company central station operator, 10-years newspaper reporter... then HausHerr rasing two children. Now they're old enough, and I'm about to start my own business, which will have, among other things, a real soda fountain.
And the truly funny thing is how much more powerfull my AMD ATHLON 3200+ is than that dinosaur above.
I've done a bunch of different work... market research, alarm company central station operator, 10-years newspaper reporter... then HausHerr rasing two children. Now they're old enough, and I'm about to start my own business, which will have, among other things, a real soda fountain.
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Post by: firemun on October 01, 2005, 07:26:45 pm
| Quote (sodaworks @ April 18 2005,11:18) |
| Here's a photo taken a few weks ago on Easter Sunday of Kylie (my grand daughter) and me in our flower bed.Terry |
Terry,
That looks like about a 49 or 50 model Chevy (maybe a GMC...can't see the grill) behind you. Am I close?
Jeff
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Post by: firemun on October 01, 2005, 07:34:29 pm
| Quote (joesquid @ May 22 2005,8:03) |
| Here's a pic of what will be the mightiest warship in the fleet next year |
Eric,
About 5 years ago I did a bunch of flammability tests for the Office of Naval Research. I was testing a vinyl ester composite that was going to be used to help make the substructure of the next generation destroyers. It was pretty much the same materials that were used on the stealth planes...just without the halonagated compounds in them. Any chance there is some of my work on that one or do you know?
Jeff
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Post by: sodaworks on October 01, 2005, 09:45:09 pm
Jeff,
Your right, it's a 49 chevy. My kids don't believe me but someday I plan on building a custom truck out of it.
Your right, it's a 49 chevy. My kids don't believe me but someday I plan on building a custom truck out of it.
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Post by: BrianB on October 02, 2005, 12:12:22 am
Firemun -
It's entirely possible that some of those "products" might show up in a test on the final ships in the Arliegh Burke Class or even the LPD-19 Class.
I'm pretty sure that they were intended for what the Navy calls "DD(X)" or the "Next Generation Destroyer".
I work for the Department of the Navy as an Electronics Technician, primarily working with surface ship sonars and am also 14 year veteran of the Navy, 10 active and the past 4 reserve.
Flammability and fires are near and dear to every Sailors hearts. Just like every Soldier and Marine is a rifleman, every sailor is a firefighter!
It's entirely possible that some of those "products" might show up in a test on the final ships in the Arliegh Burke Class or even the LPD-19 Class.
I'm pretty sure that they were intended for what the Navy calls "DD(X)" or the "Next Generation Destroyer".
I work for the Department of the Navy as an Electronics Technician, primarily working with surface ship sonars and am also 14 year veteran of the Navy, 10 active and the past 4 reserve.
Flammability and fires are near and dear to every Sailors hearts. Just like every Soldier and Marine is a rifleman, every sailor is a firefighter!
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Post by: on October 02, 2005, 12:23:49 am
11B all the way.
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Post by: on October 03, 2005, 08:34:41 pm
| Quote (Jim @ Mar. 27 2005,7:53) |
| Hello everyone, Sorry for delaying my post... Employed as a Driver Engineer with Fire Rescue for 18 years; family of four including me... My wife Michele, Sarah & Emily. I also have other interests... A post regarding skateboard parks prompted me to post this photo: Any questions...? |
Any questions?
"Ya know who Rodney Mullen is?
He was my lab partner in high school. I used to watch him practice all the time.
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Post by: Jim on October 03, 2005, 08:56:22 pm
I definately know who Rodney is!
I saw him skate as a youngster in Ft. Lauderdale many years ago...
At one time, he was one of the best free-style skaters in the world!
Since you brought up the subject, I'm gonna brag a little about my 9 year old daughter that's been in four competitions in the last year & a half and has placed in the top three in every one. We' in the process of building a half-pipe in the back yard so she can really hone her skills. Oh yea, so I can have a little fun too!
Sorry for going off on a tangent...
I saw him skate as a youngster in Ft. Lauderdale many years ago...
At one time, he was one of the best free-style skaters in the world!
Since you brought up the subject, I'm gonna brag a little about my 9 year old daughter that's been in four competitions in the last year & a half and has placed in the top three in every one. We' in the process of building a half-pipe in the back yard so she can really hone her skills. Oh yea, so I can have a little fun too!
Sorry for going off on a tangent...
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Post by: dr galaga on November 26, 2005, 10:15:44 pm
(It's been awhile. Just didn't want it to get lost).
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Post by: USMC Vet on November 27, 2005, 09:53:19 am
Good idea! I'm 36,live in central Illinois,married with two children,10 and 8.Avid country music fan(Aaron Tippin).Pro bull riding,bowhunting and dirt track stock car racing are a few of the things I'm into,besides the soda machines.Was in the Marines 87-91,6 months Desert Storm.I got out and came back to Illinois and have been working in a factory that makes ceramic refractories for the steel mill industry,ceramics that they run molten steel through in the steel making process.Dirty job ,but pays pretty good.I'd just like to say these boards are awesome,super helpful.Also,thanks to everyone here that has helped answer some of my questions.A big thanks to Eric at Global Compressors for being so kind to help me out(troubleshooting) after I lost patience and said a few things on here that should'nt have been said(thought the turn around time on repair would be faster).Thanks! Tony
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Post by: 90grad on December 27, 2005, 09:17:24 am
Bump.
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Post by: bubba on December 28, 2005, 09:48:02 am
OK.. here's me and my dad on xmas checking out my V63... Pics a bit fuzzy, but my little guy took it.
I'm 35 and work for a family business (just becoming a partner) We rebuild steam presses for clothing manufacturers, alteration rooms and dry cleaners. I do some traveling installing machinery around the country for a few major department stores. I went to school for automechanics.. I've got a few addictions (read as hobbies)... I've got a Honda 250x thats worked over and my 2 kids each have quads.. last year I picked up an old Yamaha sled for nothing and I fixed it up for a nice backyard beater. I've got my xbox modded with all kinds of games including my favorite - emulators... I love old school mindless games. You can see the movie screen in the pic... my next project is to build a wall to isolate the movie room.
I'm 35 and work for a family business (just becoming a partner
) We rebuild steam presses for clothing manufacturers, alteration rooms and dry cleaners. I do some traveling installing machinery around the country for a few major department stores. I went to school for automechanics.. I've got a few addictions (read as hobbies)... I've got a Honda 250x thats worked over and my 2 kids each have quads.. last year I picked up an old Yamaha sled for nothing and I fixed it up for a nice backyard beater. I've got my xbox modded with all kinds of games including my favorite - emulators... I love old school mindless games. You can see the movie screen in the pic... my next project is to build a wall to isolate the movie room.Title: Soda
Post by: Ginger Prince on December 29, 2005, 07:29:09 pm
Hi All,
You will be pleased to know that I am still in one piece, [just]
I have attached an image of The Ginger Prince, taken when
I thought I would be King!.........................someday soon!
Alas it was not to be!.......................well not yet, anyway!
As you can see the image is....... not the most up to date!
I shall post a more recent image as soon as someone shows
me how to get Nasty Mr Coin Mech off my V-81 small coin
machine.
If the pix is attached then I shall post a pix of my latest non
soda ebay auction item, if I have not managed to attach my
pix then I shall be retiring to my floatation chamber
regards
Ginger
You will be pleased to know that I am still in one piece, [just]
I have attached an image of The Ginger Prince, taken when
I thought I would be King!.........................someday soon!
Alas it was not to be!.......................well not yet, anyway!
As you can see the image is....... not the most up to date!
I shall post a more recent image as soon as someone shows
me how to get Nasty Mr Coin Mech off my V-81 small coin
machine.
If the pix is attached then I shall post a pix of my latest non
soda ebay auction item, if I have not managed to attach my
pix then I shall be retiring to my floatation chamber
regards
Ginger
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Post by: SIGNGUY on April 10, 2006, 11:03:10 am
I thought I'd try to give this some more life... Added Family Photo... Although I've been on the board a few months, don't know if I Disclosed much.
Married, 3 kids, 35 years old ( Remember photos add 10 years and a few pounds, well not much) Live in Just south of Minneapolis/St. Paul. Currently work in Radio Advertising for JACK-FM. Hobbies outside of Coke Machines/Coke Signs, Classic Cars (own a 59 Vette), Other Coin Op stuff, Outdoors, Golf and just working around the house on "projects"..jpg)
Married, 3 kids, 35 years old ( Remember photos add 10 years and a few pounds, well not much) Live in Just south of Minneapolis/St. Paul. Currently work in Radio Advertising for JACK-FM. Hobbies outside of Coke Machines/Coke Signs, Classic Cars (own a 59 Vette), Other Coin Op stuff, Outdoors, Golf and just working around the house on "projects".
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Post by: on April 10, 2006, 02:01:17 pm
Good to put a face with the name, SIGNGUY.
I look forward to meeting you in person soon. In the meantime, if you want to see me, go to the first page of this thread.
Thanks for reviving this Soda Family Photo Album.
I look forward to meeting you in person soon. In the meantime, if you want to see me, go to the first page of this thread.
Thanks for reviving this Soda Family Photo Album.
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Post by: dr galaga on April 10, 2006, 04:27:37 pm
Thanks SIGNGUY for posting. I just got out of radio this past year after working for over 15 in the non-commercial market (rock music, not NPR). The JACK-FM format is kind of decent, but I don't like the way that it is marketed - I think it makes broadcast radio look bad. But that's a topic for another day...
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Post by: davethebirdman on April 11, 2006, 01:54:17 am
I've just had a good look through this post again and it would appear that I never did send a picture.
So here goes. This is me and my youngest on holiday last year. We're at Rippleys Aquarium after just being soaked by some "naughty" flatfish.
Dave.
So here goes. This is me and my youngest on holiday last year. We're at Rippleys Aquarium after just being soaked by some "naughty" flatfish.
Dave.
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Post by: davethebirdman on April 11, 2006, 01:56:39 am
Hang on a minute I have to now even it out and post another one with my other monster.
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Post by: on April 11, 2006, 06:29:36 am
Great pics Dave. Thanks for sharing them!
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Post by: Kevin C on April 11, 2006, 01:49:07 pm
Hello
This thread is over a year old.
Its abut time for us to update our pictures!
Kevin
This thread is over a year old.
Its abut time for us to update our pictures!
Kevin
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Post by: dr galaga on April 11, 2006, 05:17:17 pm
| Quote (Kevin C @ April 11 2006,2:49) |
| This thread is over a year old. |
Yea, but Dave's pictures are 20 years in the future!
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Post by: firemun on April 11, 2006, 08:50:43 pm
| Quote |
| We're at Rippleys Aquarium after just being soaked by some "naughty" flatfish. |
Playing with the stingrays at Ripley's. They do have a nice aquarium there.
jeff
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Post by: firemun on April 11, 2006, 08:53:13 pm
| Quote |
| Hang on a minute I have to now even it out and post another one with my other monster. |
Looks like that photo was at Boardwalk at the Beach.
Great photos Dave, looks like the kids were having fun.
jeff
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Post by: davethebirdman on April 12, 2006, 01:53:04 am
Hi Jeff
Yep Broadwalk at the Beach just before we had a Fudge Sundae that went everywhere.
Can't beat Rippley's we visited it twice and my five yr old takes the guidebook with him wherever he goes.
I think he might end up being a marine scientist as a result of that trip. Keeping me happy in my old age.
Dave
Yep Broadwalk at the Beach just before we had a Fudge Sundae that went everywhere.
Can't beat Rippley's we visited it twice and my five yr old takes the guidebook with him wherever he goes.
I think he might end up being a marine scientist as a result of that trip. Keeping me happy in my old age.
Dave
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Post by: on April 12, 2006, 06:33:18 am
O.k., I might as well update now.
The first is the little one.
Next, I am with the other two, taken on the one sunny, non-raining, non-flooding, non-mudsliding day on our Kauai trip a few weeks ago:
The first is the little one.
Next, I am with the other two, taken on the one sunny, non-raining, non-flooding, non-mudsliding day on our Kauai trip a few weeks ago:
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Post by: firemun on April 12, 2006, 06:42:26 am
Great photos Kito....I am surpised the "little one" has a hat on...I thought the whole "stuff on the top" was a deeper obession than just machines.
jeff
jeff