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3 April 2010, 01:50 PM
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Real Name: Paul
Location: New Haven, CT
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THANKS RICHARD! ( rfknauss )
This was a perfectly timed gift from Richard.
 To start off I had a crazy week as a cop. I have been also fighting off a little head cold. Just one of those weeks that you remember because of all the stress. It's finally Friday, and I drag myself home. With my backpack slung over my shoulder, I walk to the door. A swarm of bees have found interest in my little bushes in front of the house. Not just bumble bees, but every freakin breed of bee in North America. Of course I found that out as I tried to find the correct key on the keyring. My loving spouse knows I'm 5 minutes from home, and has the deadbolt, and door handle locked. After pulling a freakin miracle to save my life, I open the door to find my sweet little girl throwing saltine crackers about the kitchen. (Welcome Home mats near the front door are sarcastic jokes by the way!) As I lay my bag down, my wife tells me I have a package....."OH CRAP" was my only thought! See, I have a Rolex on the way, and not everyone in my house is aware of that. For that matter, I had the notion to keep it that way too! Jenn hands me a padded envelope, and ask what it is. My quick inspection from first glance wasn't a watch box, or even thick enough to hold a watch. The only other thing inbound is a click spring from a watchmaker. I hoped to god he didn't mail a click spring in the big padded envelope. Not exactly needed for something the size of a fingernail. I looked at the address, and it all fell into place. My friend Richard had sent me a surprise! I got a gift from a fellow TRF buddy! Now were in business! I prepaired the dining room table like a doctor before surgery. Scissors, camera, and package. I didn't even take my duty belt off. The top was removed carefully. My wife watched me like a hawk. I reached into the envelope. Mind you, I had forgotten the bad week when I saw the package. Everything was good in my little world. Something so random from a friend, but I really needed a boost! I pulled out 2 Rolex booklets Richard had picked up from his AD. I was glowing as I looked at the picture of the Blue/ Blue Stainless Steel model. By this time My eyes were registering things from my favorite hobby. This was cool! My wife even stood next to me, and looked as I flipped through the book. She even said "Oh, I like that one!" referring to the pink MOP ladies DJ in SS. I think I got a hint from Jenny! If you read this entire thread, there is a point to the story. Richard Made my day, when I needed a friend. Although we've never spoken on the phone, or seen each other in person, he's a friend. TRF is full of good people, and we take care of each other! Thank you Richard! My birthday is Sunday, and this was a great gift!  Last edited by Welshwatchman; 5 April 2010 at 10:48 AM.. Reason: Cropped details out of pic as requested. |
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3 April 2010, 01:56 PM
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Real Name: Ian
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What a wonderful gesture from Richard, well done Richard
And what a wonderful way to start a birthday weekend for you Paul, many happy returns in advance BTW! Now, grab a glass of the good stuff, put yer feet up and soak in all that is Rolex
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3 April 2010, 02:09 PM
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Happy early birthday Paul! Richard is a top-notch guy.
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3 April 2010, 02:09 PM
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THAT is what is great about this forum! A common love and interest in watches, that in turn cultivates true friendships. Happy early B-day Paul!
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3 April 2010, 02:39 PM
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OK so someone feel the love for me and get me a 2010 Basel booklet, hint hint.
Paul, cool gift and the best to you.
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3 April 2010, 03:28 PM
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Nice gift, kudos to Rich. Happy Easter Birthday Paul!
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4 April 2010, 12:04 AM
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happy Birthday, Paul!!!! Amazingly great gesture of Rich!
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4 April 2010, 12:08 AM
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Paul, hope you have a great birthday tomorrow.
Glad you like the booklets that I sent you. Now you will have to start a fund for that pink MOP ladies DJ in SS for your wife!
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4 April 2010, 12:16 AM
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Happy birthday Paul and I am proud to call Richard my friend!
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4 April 2010, 12:17 AM
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Paul--Happy Birthday tomorrow - Richard--class act!!
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4 April 2010, 12:24 AM
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Very nice. Happy B-Day!!
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4 April 2010, 12:44 AM
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Nice story, though you had me excited with the mention of the blue/blue "SS" sub. Unfortunately, not yet to be.
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4 April 2010, 12:50 AM
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EveryoneJeff is my Mastor Jeweler mentor. I've been under his wing for 3 years. He's a very close friend of mine. We have had some great times.
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4 April 2010, 01:14 AM
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Oh Yeah, Happy Early Birthday Paul!
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4 April 2010, 01:22 AM
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happy birdie buddy!
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4 April 2010, 01:29 AM
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Paul, Did you ever think of giving up the force and becoming a writer? Great story Happy Birthday and Happy Easter to you and yours.
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4 April 2010, 01:31 AM
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Too cool, Merry Birthday buddy !
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4 April 2010, 01:50 AM
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Happy Birthday Paul.
I am finding out really fast there are a lot of really good people here at TRF!
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4 April 2010, 03:12 AM
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Happy birthday!
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4 April 2010, 03:17 AM
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Happy birthday Paul and thanks for sharing the story! Isn't it interesting what a little bit of thoughtfulness can do to encourage your day?! Good job Richard!!
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4 April 2010, 03:17 AM
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Very nice! Good deal of reading right there!
Happy birthday from Finland!
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4 April 2010, 04:42 AM
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Great gifts from a terrific TRF buddy!! Enjoy your birthday
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4 April 2010, 04:44 AM
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Great gesture, Richard!
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4 April 2010, 04:56 AM
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Happy birthday tomorrow! And that was awesome of Richard!
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4 April 2010, 05:46 AM
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Happy Birthday! Glad to hear a fellow member brightened your day. Just looking at his avatar I could tell he is a good guy/ Question.... How can there be a pic of a SS blue sub?
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4 April 2010, 05:53 AM
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4 April 2010, 06:01 AM
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Beautiful gesture, Richard. You are a very thoughtful and considerate human!!
Well done, Paul............enjoy those books on your birthday!!
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4 April 2010, 08:41 AM
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What a nice thing to do and perfectly timed as well, with the bad week and an upcoming birthday.
You're a good man Richard. Happy early bithday Paul.
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4 April 2010, 08:50 AM
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What a nice gesture by Richard!!! From a fellow cop and Mason, hope you have the best birthday ever!!
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4 April 2010, 09:08 AM
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Very happy birthday to a great guy that is an asset to TRF.
Richard, that was very nice of you.
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