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                        4th ANNUAL SECRET SANTA GROUP BUILD: SANTA'S NEW SLEIGH: AIRCRAFT

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                        painklr
                        • Member since
                          July 2005
                        • From: Texas
                        Posted by painklr on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 4:15 PM

                        Operation patty cake has commenced.  Must keep radio silence till 12:00:01 - 12/25/09.  Good Luck and may the force be with you...

                        Taped Shut [XX]Taped Shut [XX]Taped Shut [XX]Taped Shut [XX]Taped Shut [XX]Taped Shut [XX]

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                        swingr1121
                        • Member since
                          September 2008
                        • From: World Champions! Not anymore..
                        Posted by swingr1121 on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 12:14 PM
                        But...but...guys!  Come on!  haha.  Don't worry, the package is relatively safe.  It's sitting on one of the shelves over my bench.  Just think, Only a month and a week now..

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                        mph34
                        • Member since
                          January 2004
                        • From: Colorado
                        Posted by mph34 on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 8:52 PM

                        NO Mike - you have to wait until 12:01 AM December 25th like the rest of us! Angel [angel]

                        Mission update - attack group has been launched, it has the target coordinates.  ETA - Top Secret Clearance Level required.  Final mission results to be known 12/25.

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                        Avus
                        • Member since
                          June 2003
                        • From: Caput Mundi
                        Posted by Avus on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 2:23 AM

                         swingr1121 wrote:

                        Aquestion for the crowd..Can I open my gift on Saturday for my birthday?  That's what this is all for, right?

                        Mmmhh, let me think ... I don't think so!
                        Sir, please put that packet down and take two steps back! 

                        Klaus

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                        Aggieman
                        • Member since
                          January 2015
                        • From: Katy, TX
                        Posted by Aggieman on Monday, November 16, 2009 7:35 PM

                        A cold front in Texas?  Come on now Steven.  It can't be less than 60 of so down there.. Sheesh...  Tongue <img src=" border="0" width="15" height="15" />

                        Well I did say a "bit" of a cold front.  No, it's not really cold, probably hovering around 60 or so when I wrote this earlier.  Supposed to be in the 40s overnight.  It only gets my attention when it is in the 40s during the middle of the day, though.

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                        sidure
                        • Member since
                          July 2003
                        • From: waynesboro va, via Ireland
                        Posted by sidure on Monday, November 16, 2009 4:38 PM

                        Wel just want to report another package went into the mail today. Its on its way to xxx in xxx. hope it gets there soon so it will really bugg him for over a month.

                        Steve

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                        swingr1121
                        • Member since
                          September 2008
                        • From: World Champions! Not anymore..
                        Posted by swingr1121 on Monday, November 16, 2009 2:07 PM

                         Aggieman wrote:
                        Package ABC sent today to recipient XYZ.  Seems a little early as just yesterday I told the wife to turn on the AC because it was too muggy in the house, but today a bit of a cold front has come through.  That's more like it.

                        A cold front in Texas?  Come on now Steven.  It can't be less than 60 of so down there.. Sheesh...  Tongue [:P]

                         

                        In an unrelated note, I just sent off my box of spare parts to xxxxxxx in xxxxxxxx so he or she can try to build something out of them.  Guess we'll see what happens.  Aquestion for the crowd..Can I open my gift on Saturday for my birthday?  That's what this is all for, right?

                         

                        Mike

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                        Aggieman
                        • Member since
                          January 2015
                        • From: Katy, TX
                        Posted by Aggieman on Monday, November 16, 2009 12:28 PM
                        Package ABC sent today to recipient XYZ.  Seems a little early as just yesterday I told the wife to turn on the AC because it was too muggy in the house, but today a bit of a cold front has come through.  That's more like it.
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                        kg4kpg
                        • Member since
                          March 2008
                        • From: Charleston, SC
                        Posted by kg4kpg on Saturday, November 14, 2009 10:32 PM
                        And oh how it is trying my patience.  Is it Christmas yet?  Are we there yet, are we there yet?  Nothin worse than a box you can't open yet. Dinner [dinner]

                        Link to my built kits: http://s37.photobucket.com/user/kg4kpg/library/Planes?sort=3&page=1

                          

                         

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                        satch_ip
                        • Member since
                          September 2009
                        • From: Spring Branch, TX
                        Posted by satch_ip on Saturday, November 14, 2009 7:15 PM
                        I sent mine in a plain brown wrapper.  That should get the neighbor's tongues wagging!

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                        btp2k2
                        • Member since
                          October 2007
                        • From: Bothell, WA
                        Posted by btp2k2 on Friday, November 13, 2009 9:32 PM

                        I have a bit of good news/bad news.....

                        The good news is my package went out yesterday

                        The bad news is my gift recieved today....let the wait begin!

                        Paul I Like Tomcats!
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                        Lofweir
                        • Member since
                          August 2008
                        • From: Round Lake Heights, IL
                        Posted by Lofweir on Friday, November 13, 2009 9:19 AM
                        Package is winging its way (or possibly being driven) to its destination at **********, to be received by **********.  The package contains one ore more **********'s, which should (hopefully) delight the recipient.
                        Currently Building: Tamiya 1/35 Panther Ausf. A
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                        Bullet21
                        • Member since
                          December 2003
                        • From: Prince George B.C., Canada
                        Posted by Bullet21 on Thursday, November 12, 2009 8:21 PM

                        Woo-Hoo, the package left town today.

                        Keep SmilinLiberation of Western Europe'--it makes this world a nicer place.

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                        ollie
                        • Member since
                          November 2006
                        • From: Bedfordshire, England
                        Posted by ollie on Thursday, November 12, 2009 6:42 PM
                        My package arrived today and it has been safely stashed away.
                        www.overthefencephotography.co.uk - aircraft photos.
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                        sidure
                        • Member since
                          July 2003
                        • From: waynesboro va, via Ireland
                        Posted by sidure on Sunday, November 8, 2009 9:56 PM

                        If all goes well I should get my package away tomorrow. Had to get some wrapping paper today first.

                        steve

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                        Bullet21
                        • Member since
                          December 2003
                        • From: Prince George B.C., Canada
                        Posted by Bullet21 on Sunday, November 8, 2009 1:43 AM
                        Oh Oh Oh, I sure hope it's a..or maybe an..I KNOW, how 'bout one of those, you know what I mean, or even better yet how about a Me..no no, a P-4...make that a Ki-whatever or maybe a Yak-alot. or, best yet, a model!!

                        Keep SmilinLiberation of Western Europe'--it makes this world a nicer place.

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                        Avus
                        • Member since
                          June 2003
                        • From: Caput Mundi
                        Posted by Avus on Saturday, November 7, 2009 4:00 AM

                        Packet's away! Angel [angel]

                        Klaus

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                        Lofweir
                        • Member since
                          August 2008
                        • From: Round Lake Heights, IL
                        Posted by Lofweir on Friday, November 6, 2009 8:13 AM
                        Not sure if I'll be able to make it to the O'Hare show.  Retail during the holidays means a lot of working on the weekends.  Probably won't know untilt that week if I'll get a shot at heading over.
                        Currently Building: Tamiya 1/35 Panther Ausf. A
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                        SkullGundam
                        • Member since
                          February 2008
                        • From: Schaumburg, IL
                        Posted by SkullGundam on Thursday, November 5, 2009 10:01 PM

                        My first gift didn't work out after researching my vic on the forum.  Early present for meEvil [}:)]  Unfortunately, Hobby Lobby near me is moving to a bigger store so they have been closed.  I think the new one just opened up so I'm heading out tommorow to try my luck again. 

                        If at first you do succeed, try to hide your astonishment.

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                        M1Carbine
                        • Member since
                          August 2009
                        • From: Cary, North Carolina
                        Posted by M1Carbine on Thursday, November 5, 2009 7:27 PM

                        Kudos to you guys, this sounds great and I am sorry I missed it.  I look forward to seeing all of your builds. 

                        Has to be the best GB ever thought of

                         

                        Bob

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                        Paul E. Styrene
                        • Member since
                          December 2007
                        • From: California
                        Posted by Paul E. Styrene on Thursday, November 5, 2009 7:06 PM
                        I shipped mine today. Should be there in 3-5 days. That leaves a good 6+ weeks to ripen under the tree! Laugh [(-D]

                        ~Gary

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                        mph34
                        • Member since
                          January 2004
                        • From: Colorado
                        Posted by mph34 on Thursday, November 5, 2009 7:00 PM

                        Big Smile [:D] A GOOD SIZED BOX WAS WAITING FOR ME WHEN I GOT HOME TONIGHT FROM WORK! Big Smile [:D]

                        So I am not 'tormented' too much, I think I'll have my daughter 'hide' the package.  She'll get a real kick out of that.

                        It also reminded me that I still need to mail my purchased ******** aircraft to my receptitant.  I said I was going to this week..... Whistling [:-^]

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                        Aggieman
                        • Member since
                          January 2015
                        • From: Katy, TX
                        Posted by Aggieman on Wednesday, November 4, 2009 8:00 PM

                        ^

                        Well I guess that eliminates you as my Secret Santa, as it makes absolutely no sense to have your friends fly the 10 miles or so down I-10 to Katy .... unless by "fly" you mean the manner in which the average Houstonian drives ....

                        As for my own recipient, I have the kit but am awaiting a shipment of goodies from China.  It was airmail in 7-10 days, should arrive any day now.  Plus I have a couple of Squadron books on the kit of choice in PDF format that I need to put onto a DVD to include.  Oh I think XXXXXXX should really be surprised.   <INSERT SINISTER LAUGH HERE>

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                        satch_ip
                        • Member since
                          September 2009
                        • From: Spring Branch, TX
                        Posted by satch_ip on Wednesday, November 4, 2009 6:38 PM
                        Some friends of mine are personally flying my box of goodies to it's recipient.  To whomever, don't open the big box till Christmas!

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                        firesmacker
                        • Member since
                          September 2007
                        • From: Crystal Lake, IL
                        Posted by firesmacker on Wednesday, November 4, 2009 4:50 PM

                        Sign - Ditto [#ditto] I've had the kit for almost a week now. Man, I am lazy...Whistling [:-^]

                        James, are you hitting the IPMS Butch O'Hare show on the 14th? I know you are only about 10 miles from me so I was wondering if you planned on going. Hopefully, I'll find a few early Christmas presents for myselfSmile,Wink, & Grin [swg]

                        Regards,

                        Jeff

                         

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                        Lofweir
                        • Member since
                          August 2008
                        • From: Round Lake Heights, IL
                        Posted by Lofweir on Wednesday, November 4, 2009 8:50 AM

                        Just a quick reminder we'd like to have packages in the mail by November 18th just to ensure things get where they need to go with plenty of time.  And remember, the sooner you mail, the sooner your package can be taunting your recipient. :)

                         

                        Which reminds me, I need to get MY package in the mail.

                        Currently Building: Tamiya 1/35 Panther Ausf. A
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                        Bullet21
                        • Member since
                          December 2003
                        • From: Prince George B.C., Canada
                        Posted by Bullet21 on Tuesday, November 3, 2009 5:05 AM
                        I haven't been this excited about Xmas since the kids moved out! Kicked up the schedule so that the bench will be clear in time, and I plan to make whatever it is my next build.

                        Keep SmilinLiberation of Western Europe'--it makes this world a nicer place.

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                        kg4kpg
                        • Member since
                          March 2008
                        • From: Charleston, SC
                        Posted by kg4kpg on Monday, November 2, 2009 10:12 AM
                        I sent a kit out today, should be there by Thursday.  Hopefully you won't be dissappointed.Thumbs Up [tup]

                        Link to my built kits: http://s37.photobucket.com/user/kg4kpg/library/Planes?sort=3&page=1

                          

                         

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                        Lofweir
                        • Member since
                          August 2008
                        • From: Round Lake Heights, IL
                        Posted by Lofweir on Sunday, November 1, 2009 6:49 PM

                        Well that's no good.

                         

                        Been sick as a dog for the past couple of days, so haven't been able to keep us bumped.  hard to think of something pithy when you're head is pounding. :)

                         

                        Currently Building: Tamiya 1/35 Panther Ausf. A
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                        mph34
                        • Member since
                          January 2004
                        • From: Colorado
                        Posted by mph34 on Sunday, November 1, 2009 4:54 PM

                        OH NO!!!!!!!!!!!

                        We let this GB drop to the 2nd page! Shock [:O]

                        Aircraft has been procured for the receiptant - should be in the cargo hold of a choosen shipping company's aircraft by the end of the week.

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