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Just wanted to reach out and touch base as I've been pretty absent the past month or so.
As some of you know I got married on Sept 18th which had me all kinds of busy and distracted since the beginning of Sept.
About a week before the wedding my Pop took sick which also took me away from work related situations.
Unfortunately my Pop passed away October 1st. I've kinda been in and out since then taking care of family matters as well as figuring out how to cope with coming into our family business without him around.
For the most part I am back in the store. So if I did not reply to a PM or an e-mail, I am sorry. I am doing my best to catch up and get back on top of things. Thanks for your understanding.
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Awkward putting congratulations and condolences in one post, but you have mine.
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Awkward putting congratulations and condolences in one post, but you have mine. +1
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Sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Prayers in your behalf.
And congrats on the marriage.
James Pepper: There's no law west of Dodge and no God west of the Pecos. Right, Mr. Chisum? John Chisum: Wrong, Mr. Pepper. Because no matter where people go, sooner or later there's the law. And sooner or later they find God's already been there.
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Awkward putting congratulations and condolences in one post, but you have mine. +1 +2
A good principle to guide me through life: “This is all I have come to expect, standard lackluster performance. Trust nothing, believe no one and realize it will only get worse…”
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Awkward putting congratulations and condolences in one post, but you have mine. +3 Take care of family and get your business matters settled. We who have been around here for a while appreciate your personal and business integrity. We wish you the best. Best to you Jim
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BE STRONG IN THE LORD, AND IN HIS MIGHTY POWER. ~ Ephesians 6:10
Socialism is a philosophy of failure,
the creed of ignorance,
and the gospel of envy,
its inherent virtue is the equal sharing of misery.
--Winston Churchill
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Doug,
No apologies needed, my friend. After all, getting married to the love of your life and losing your father are singular events in everyone's lifetime. They are WAY more important than money and business ... and we all totally understand.
Karen and I extend our deepest sympathy and condolences on the death of your father.
We WILL pray for your Dad's soul and for the healing of you and your entire family ... count on it.
Blessings,
Your friend Steve
"God Loves Each Of Us As If There Were Only One Of Us"
Saint Augustine of Hippo - AD 397
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Awkward putting congratulations and condolences in one post, but you have mine. +1 +2
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Am sending prayers for you and your family, Doug. You guys have been the epitome of professionalism and customer service for many years, and it is appreciated more than you will ever know. And with your demos and deals of the day, you've put great optics within the grasp of many who otherwise may not be able to afford them.
As to you apologizing: there is no need. Family always comes first. Blessings on your marriage and prayers for peace and comfort on the loss of your Dad...
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Awkward putting congratulations and condolences in one post, but you have mine. +3 Take care of family and get your business matters settled. We who have been around here for a while appreciate your personal and business integrity. We wish you the best. Best to you Jim This.
America needs to understand that our troops are not 'disposable'. Each represents a family; Fathers, Mothers, Sons, Daughters, Cousins, Uncles, Aunts... Our Citizens are our most valuable treasure; we waste far too many.
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Doug, sounds like you had a bittersweet experience for sure and very similiar to mine . My son came into this world only to lose his only grandmother(my mother) 9 days later. I have to tell you that was one of the most trying times of my life. If I told you how many times I was asked "when are you settling down and giving me grandkids". Best of Wishes
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Awkward putting congratulations and condolences in one post, but you have mine. Couldn't have said it better.
“Perfection is Achieved Not When There Is Nothing More to Add, But When There Is Nothing Left to Take Away” Antoine de Saint-Exupery
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Doug, my sincerest condolences. And congratulations on your new bride. As mentioned above, it's odd to touch on both in one breath. I wish you the best on both fronts and hope that your family is coping well with the loss of your dad.
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Condolences on both counts.
Stay strong.
Travis
Trump being classless,tasteless and clueless as usual. Sorry, trump is a no tax payin pile of shiit. My young wife decided to play the field and had moved several dudes into my house
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Congratulations on your marriage, Doug; and condolences on your father's passing.
The 280 Remington is overbore.
The 7 Rem Mag is over bore.
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Awkward putting congratulations and condolences in one post, but you have mine. +1 +2 Well said, and true. +3
It is irrelevant what you think. What matters is the TRUTH.
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Doug,
My condolences for your dad's passing. He has done a great job teaching you and your brother the family business. No apologies required.
By the way, congratulations on your wedding. I wish you the best!
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Doug, I am sure your Father is watching over you and your families business. Take comfort in remembering the years you had together and the new addition to your life.
My home is the "sanctuary residence" for my firearms.
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Take care of your family; the rest can wait. Your family will be there for you when it counts.
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