Thanks and Kudos thread

[amd013]

Hi Everyone,

Thought I would start a general thread were people can send Thanks to other members for some of the nice things that they do for other people. This is definitely the friendliest and most helpful forum on the site. So want to recognize people for going above and beyond the call of duty either to another member(s) or to some charity etc.

I want to start of the thread by thanking every one who supported me after my burglary. The following people, although not complete, (and I apologize to anyone I forgot) deserve a special shout out:

David Williamson (wizardsrainbow)- for giving me a Store Credit to Betts
annonymous member - for also giving me a store cridit to Betts
Colin (onefathom) - for giving me a copy of Different Seasons that he was selling on Ebay. (wouldn't even let me pay for shipping)
Josh (jsmcmullen92) - for offering to sell a copy of NIght Shift at half its value (I turned it down, but I may still take you up on it if it still stands (as a place holder until I find a good copy))
Bill (merlin1952) - for good advice and support in a PM
Jerome (RandalFlag) - for helping with estimates on value for insurance claim.

Some of these thanks are long overdue.

Just wanted to get this thread started since I noticed a small uptick in "disagreements" on the site over the last month.

If there is already a thread like this, then please merge.

Thanks,
Mike

[kingfan2323]

Another call out to Colin. PM out of the blue letting me know he found a Little Sisters of Eluria gift edition #246. He knew I was looking for it even though I didn't (was not thinking about matching a gift edition).

Brian James Freeman- going out of his way to write me a letter stating that the PC Blockade Billy I purchased from him was previously owned by him so I could place it in the traycase. And a nice gift on top of that. Means a lot.

David from Betts for just being a general all- around badass! Total Class Act.





seeking: ANYTHING DT related #246
Dead Zone 1st Edition F/F or NF/NF

[MikeDuke]

A thanks to David for helping me out big time more than once
Thanks to Ralph M for also helping me out by turning me on to some great deals
Thanks to Paul and Becca for answering all of my questions. Plus the HHH proof that was totally unexpected.
Thanks to Alec for our meaningful PM conversations
And just thanks to anybody else I may have missed for being great and giving me encouragement.

[kingfan2323]

Also I thank the new members. It is awesome seeing new collectors so excited about the hobby. Nice refresher on the fun and enthusiasm of collecting and to see the vets in here treat them so well.



seeking: ANYTHING DT related #246
Dead Zone 1st Edition F/F or NF/NF

[jeffingoff]

First, thank you to Mike for starting this thread and reminding us of the great people here. It’s an awesome thing you’ve done just giving us the space to celebrate the good that seems so rare nowadays. The effect is much bigger than giving simple thanks.

Secondly I’d like to thank Paul Suntup and Kim at Camelot and the anonymous individual(s) who made it possible for me to get a numbered Rosemary’s Baby and maintain my number. It’s been a horrible two years for me and my family and this was a tremendous bright spot that could not have come at a more needed time. It really knocked me flat and I’ve been thinking of ways to pay it forward ever since. That book is worth so much more to me than anything. It really made me feel like I had someone on my side after so long feeling on the outside. It was tremendous and I will forever be grateful.


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[lotuz]

Can I just put a perpetual post here with a shout out to Paul Suntup for always being super responsive to questions/comments/requests and generally just being very helpful and nice despite also running a publishing company full time and probably having his own life outside of books?

:clap::clap::clap:



Also I appreciate the effort that everybody (but specifically RF) puts into the "Intriguing Stephen King Sales" thread, which has resulted in a number of great additions to my shelves and walls.

:rose:

[The Library Policeman]

I’d like to thank Brian (861) for his help in getting me a couple of SL’s last year. Very kind of you Brian and was very much appreciated.

And thanks to Bill/Merlin for his continued friendship & kindness. My daughter Holly thanks you too, sir!

[Randall Flagg]

Not that he needs his ego boosted, but I want to thank Paul for the traffic to the site. August used to truly be the Dog Days on the site with minimal activity. Suntup single-handedly has made August (and 11 other months) a busy time here.

[zelig]

Well since we’re on the topic, and in this thread, I want to give thanks to this forum and everyone on here who have supported my wild ideas, from DRE on through SE. As you know, it all began here and for that reason, I will always carry a torch for this place. Thank you!

Yours truly,
The guy with the big ego.

[George at C-Springs]

Shout out to Greg (Doctor Zaius) for reaching out to me on an item he thought I might be interested in ... and he was right! (new P & J coming soon)

[George at C-Springs]

Another shout out, this time to Dave (shaq). Six weeks ago he let me know that one of "my" #186's, for Sleeping Beauties, was up on eBay; I'd forgotten to request the damn thing from Mindy and ended up with 373. To make it worse I then had to pass on the ebay auction because I'd just made a big purchase. Well, it didn't sell then and six weeks later the seller put it back up as a no-reserve auction; I was high bidder on that today at just $18 over issue price. Just fired off emergency e-mail to Mindy at CD asking to change my Art Portfolio number if there's still time. Anybody need Sleeping Beauties #373? George

[Merlin1958]

I gotta give a shout out and kudo's to Ralph Mulleins (Rom 217 Caretaker), Dick Olson (Dolso) and El Jefe betterknown as (Randall Flagg) for their extended & continued support offered to me during my medical issues. Also, Dick and Ralph have been more than accommodating and generous in helping with my collection needs and just being "virtual friends". Thanks to all of you guys.

Thanks to all of those who expressed their prayers, good thoughts and everything else you so kindly expressed here!!!!

[Brian861]

I’d like to thank Brian (861) for his help in getting me a couple of SL’s last year. Very kind of you Brian and was very much appreciated.

And thanks to Bill/Merlin for his continued friendship & kindness. My daughter Holly thanks you too, sir!

Just now stumbling across this thread and you're most welcome, buddy! Thank you for getting me an inscribed copy of the UK The Fireman awhile back!

Huge shout out to Ralph who has to be the most patient person on earth!

Thanks to Simon who has been amassing what's turning out to be a pretty large collection of UK editions for me for well over a year now.

Thanks to Jeff for the many "offline" conversations regarding collecting and life in general. And the awesome videos that he produces!

Thanks to all of you for offering condolences on the passing of our dog.

And I always try to thank you guys via my collection thread when you enable me lol.

[kingfan2323]

Thanks to ur2ndbiggestfan: what's better than a corny as hell comment to make a person smile.

Skoogs shows off his newest copies of Dune and Ur2nd's response:
You Dune good!


That is funny.

As Jimmy Durante said I (he's) got a million of 'em!

Thanks for the smiles.

seeking: ANYTHING DT related #246
Dead Zone 1st Edition F/F or NF/NF

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Well hell...

Thanks to Jerome for running this site and thanks to Simon for sending me all those books that are breaking my bookshelves from sheer weight!

[Merlin1958]

Well hell...

Thanks to Jerome for running this site and thanks to Simon for sending me all those books that are breaking my bookshelves from sheer weight!

I forgot, Simon. Thanks for reminding me, Steve!!! He has also bent my book shelves with his extremely generous help and assistance in obtaining UK editions. You rock, Simon!!!!!!

[Merlin1958]

Kudo's and congratulations to, Masahiro Tanaka, Gleyber Torres & the rest of the New York Yankee's taking game 1 of the ALCS 7-0!!!!!!!!

[surly]

i never would have imagined that NOT getting a ticket to the Sommerville event would turn out to be so much fun. this was not the first time that i have been lucky enough to see King speak, but it will stand out for me as the most fun i have had at one of his events.

its not something thats easy for me to admit, but i am a terrible introvert and spending time with new people can often be an awkward experience for both me and those i try to interact with. because of that, if i had gotten a ticket up-front, i likely would have quietly slipped in-to and out-of the event without speaking to anyone. after missing out on a ticket, i was recruited to be a book mule and although i was disappointed that i wouldnt have a guaranteed book, i jumped at the chance as i was grateful for the opportunity to attend the event and happy that i could help out someone else. but, i was a little anxious about attending with people i hadnt spent time with before and wasnt sure how things would work out. as it turns out, the anxiety was all-for-not as everyone i met was so welcoming and it turned out to be the best King event i have ever been lucky enough to attend. Although i met a ton of great people, there are a few i would like to acknowledge and say a special thank you to:

first, LotGuy who somehow randomly found me wandering alone on the street and and brought me over to the meet the group.
next, Sally-Anne for making the time in line fly by with laughs and good conversation.
then, there is Beverly Marsh for keeping the fun going and allowing me to tag along with the group after the event.
to tippy4 and EXPLORER for sitting with me and sharing some great, fun stories.
and finally, a special shout-out to Roseannebarr for being so kind, introducing me to everyone and just being an all-around helluva nice guy.

it was a shared interest that originally brought me here, but it is the people that continue to bring me back. thanks all for making the event so memorable.

[Brian861]

That's awesome! Glad you had such a great experience!

[kingfan2323]

Over a month since a posting in here : (

but wanted to thank marcoL for his help on my Joe Hill questions. Nice/patient about it and his site is helpfull too. http://www.joehillbibliography.com/



looking for: The Terror S/L,
Dead Zone 1st/1st F or NF, Boy's Life S/L

[Brian861]

Over a month since a posting in here : (

but wanted to thank marcoL for his help on my Joe Hill questions. Nice/patient about it and his site is helpfull too. http://www.joehillbibliography.com/



looking for: The Terror S/L,
Dead Zone 1st/1st F or NF, Boy's Life S/L

The site is a must for the obsessive Hill fan and Marco is a great guy!

[Beverly Marsh]

i never would have imagined that NOT getting a ticket to the Sommerville event would turn out to be so much fun. this was not the first time that i have been lucky enough to see King speak, but it will stand out for me as the most fun i have had at one of his events.

its not something thats easy for me to admit, but i am a terrible introvert and spending time with new people can often be an awkward experience for both me and those i try to interact with. because of that, if i had gotten a ticket up-front, i likely would have quietly slipped in-to and out-of the event without speaking to anyone. after missing out on a ticket, i was recruited to be a book mule and although i was disappointed that i wouldnt have a guaranteed book, i jumped at the chance as i was grateful for the opportunity to attend the event and happy that i could help out someone else. but, i was a little anxious about attending with people i hadnt spent time with before and wasnt sure how things would work out. as it turns out, the anxiety was all-for-not as everyone i met was so welcoming and it turned out to be the best King event i have ever been lucky enough to attend. Although i met a ton of great people, there are a few i would like to acknowledge and say a special thank you to:

first, LotGuy who somehow randomly found me wandering alone on the street and and brought me over to the meet the group.
next, Sally-Anne for making the time in line fly by with laughs and good conversation.
then, there is Beverly Marsh for keeping the fun going and allowing me to tag along with the group after the event.
to tippy4 and EXPLORER for sitting with me and sharing some great, fun stories.
and finally, a special shout-out to Roseannebarr for being so kind, introducing me to everyone and just being an all-around helluva nice guy.

it was a shared interest that originally brought me here, but it is the people that continue to bring me back. thanks all for making the event so memorable.

Just now seeing this! Thank you and it was a lot of fun hanging out with you! And your shirt ;)

[Beverly Marsh]

I'm going to dive in here in the spirit of the holidays!
First off thanks to Jerome and this site. Because of DT I've had some very generous gestures happen which I am grateful for. Stories to follow in a minute:
Thanks to Brian861- the first person here to PM me and welcome me into the fold. We've since had some good conversations. Also, for posting pictures for me :) which brings me to Br!an for trying several times to teach me how.
Chad and Antoni for their signature help. I've messaged them a few times away from here for their input. Thanks guys!
The numerous people I have bought books from and who have helped with my questions. Too many to name, I hope you know who you are.
David. That man has helped me out in more ways than one and I can't begin to express my gratitude.
Someone who I STILL can't figure out! I'm going to finally share this story that I have eluded to in the past, specifically on the Bett's thread, that I still can't get over.
This someone saw a post I made about just missing a signed PS that David had listed. It was my most coveted book and I couldn't seem to get one. I whined a little. Lol. A week or so later I got an email from David saying he was sending me something. Someone from this site worked with David and got me a signed(year of pub!) PS and had him send it to me. It just happened to be my birthday too. Needless to say I was stunned. This person sent a little computer smiley face that I keep right in the book. I swear there's code in there and I'm going to figure out who you are!
Last but not least, a member here is helping me out in a big way. I was on the Dragon Rebound track but when IT became available I just couldn't swing them anymore. I hadn't really been mad at myself until I saw Cujo, one of my personal favorites, and how gorgeous and unique it was. This member has secured a copy for me for a very fair price AND is holding it for me until May so I can pay it off. Very generous of this person and I am extremely excited.

I don't know if any of the people I mentioned will see this or not. Kind of sad this thread doesn't get more action but hey, if you're still here thanks for reading :)

[kingfan2323]

Seeing a pattern here: David.
Understandable of course.



looking for: The Road #208, Hill House #'ed, RB Gift,
Dead Zone 1st/1st

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Thank you, JEROME, for the the Stand plaque!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Ari_Racing]

I have a lot of people to thank for a lot of things and I don't want to miss someone. I've been around this forum since its birth and it's the only forum I kept on visiting regularly since 2011. I had the good luck of meeting a lot of you personally and there's a lot I'd love to meet face to face but distance make it tricky to achieve :P
A lot of you helped me to get stuff that was not for sale outside USA, or tickets for an event, information, advices, contacts. Again, it'd not be fair if I forget someone. I really, really love this place and treasure the time I spent here. Thank you ALL those that make it so valuable.

[Brian861]

I'm going to dive in here in the spirit of the holidays!
First off thanks to Jerome and this site. Because of DT I've had some very generous gestures happen which I am grateful for. Stories to follow in a minute:
Thanks to Brian861- the first person here to PM me and welcome me into the fold. We've since had some good conversations. Also, for posting pictures for me :) which brings me to Br!an for trying several times to teach me how.
Chad and Antoni for their signature help. I've messaged them a few times away from here for their input. Thanks guys!
The numerous people I have bought books from and who have helped with my questions. Too many to name, I hope you know who you are.
David. That man has helped me out in more ways than one and I can't begin to express my gratitude.
Someone who I STILL can't figure out! I'm going to finally share this story that I have eluded to in the past, specifically on the Bett's thread, that I still can't get over.
This someone saw a post I made about just missing a signed PS that David had listed. It was my most coveted book and I couldn't seem to get one. I whined a little. Lol. A week or so later I got an email from David saying he was sending me something. Someone from this site worked with David and got me a signed(year of pub!) PS and had him send it to me. It just happened to be my birthday too. Needless to say I was stunned. This person sent a little computer smiley face that I keep right in the book. I swear there's code in there and I'm going to figure out who you are!
Last but not least, a member here is helping me out in a big way. I was on the Dragon Rebound track but when IT became available I just couldn't swing them anymore. I hadn't really been mad at myself until I saw Cujo, one of my personal favorites, and how gorgeous and unique it was. This member has secured a copy for me for a very fair price AND is holding it for me until May so I can pay it off. Very generous of this person and I am extremely excited.

I don't know if any of the people I mentioned will see this or not. Kind of sad this thread doesn't get more action but hey, if you're still here thanks for reading :)

Thanks for your friendship as well, Lori! And you're most welcome for the picture help, anytime! I'm glad a lot of good things have come your way. Good things should happen for good people and you're good people :)

[vincent]

I'll also join in with the holiday spirit and thank some folks here. I really love this community of enthousiastic and knowledgeable people. Thanks to jonp for our discussion about the IT publisher's photocopies and other manuscripts, thanks to jhanic for sharing his knowledge about the IT proofs and the IT printrun and printings, thanks to Phalucha for the pictures of the Brand Name essay in Adelina, thanks to Alan (The Library Policeman) for sharing a picture of his inscribed Firestarter that helped me a lot, thanks to Biomieg for the great books at great prices, thanks to Peripheral for the conversations and his valued opinion on a signature, thanks to Surly for sharing the auction link to the IT printer's galleys, thanks to Sentinel for the great deal on a Bag of Bones MS photocopy and to everyone who has helped out on the questions I asked on the forum. Enjoy the holiday season everyone!