Hercman 
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| 04 Nov 2006 9:27 AM |
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All right off to home depot to get more supplies for an additional flag mount  |
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Kaye
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| 04 Nov 2006 12:27 PM |
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Carl got something to keep you warm!!! Laurla had a get time last night , glad you came , what a great group ,sorry I had to leave early . Looking forward to seeing you Sunday , hope you can make it . Dana & Kathie will be there. Still working on Topsham riders , the tough ones will be there !
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BackRdBiker
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| 04 Nov 2006 2:39 PM |
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posting this for Christine
please get heat pack and dress warm it will be cold get your butt to walmart
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Cruizer
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Ride Captain Augusta, Maine
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| 04 Nov 2006 3:05 PM |
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UPDATE.....UPDATE.....UPDATE
We will be collecting toll money at the Topsham stop for the following tolls.
Portland $.60
York Toll $1.75
Total = $2.35
One cage rider will lead and pay tolls as we follow.
Those of you meeting at Civic Center will need an additional $.60, but you will hold onto that and pay the toll individually as we head to Topsham. Details will be shared with you folks in the morning.
Our return trip tolls strategy will be discussed and coordinated before we depart for our return trip back. Stand by tomorrow for details.
Also, please note time adjustments:
STAGING @ CIVIC CENTER AUGUSTA @ 9:30AM
KICKSTANDS UP @ 9:45AM
ARRIVE TOPSHAM MALL @ APPROX. 10:30AM
DEPART TOPSHAM MALL @ APPROX. 10:45AM
ARRIVE KENNEBUNK REST STOP ON I-95 AT APPROXIMATELY 12:00
DEPART KENNEBUNK REST STOP @ APPROX. 12:15
ARRIVE PORTSMOUTH @ APPROX. 12:45PM
We've sort of bumped our schedule up by 15 minutes just in case we need those extra 15 minutes in Portsmouth. All times are of course estimates and based upon a "best-case" scenario, but we should arrive in plenty of time to surprise Tim.
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US Army Retired
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ALR Charter Member Rockland Post 1
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Radco
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| 04 Nov 2006 4:45 PM |
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Hey Don what time you leaving your house????Ill be home the rest of the night.......Later.....Rich
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Cruizer
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Ride Captain Augusta, Maine
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| 04 Nov 2006 5:29 PM |
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Posted By Radco on 04 Nov 2006 4:45 PM
Hey Don what time you leaving your house????Ill be home the rest of the night.......Later.....Rich
9:30am Rich. Come by early and get a cup of coffee before we head to the Civic Center. |
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US Army Retired
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FALCON69
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BANGOR, MAINE
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| 04 Nov 2006 6:33 PM |
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If you guys are tough enough to ridesa your bikes then I guess this old fool can also, so count me in I will be at the civic center by 9:30, its 28% here in bangor right now so I don't know about tomorrow morning but I will be there.
Falcon69 USA E-8 Retired
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CavScoutMom
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Louisville, KY
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| 04 Nov 2006 6:41 PM |
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| YIKES!!!! SWAYBAR, are we going to make it? We're meeting at 10:00 am at the Prison Showroom; that doesn't leave us enough time to get to Topsham. Please call me in the morning before you head onto the ice. |
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Coast Guard Veteran ('81-90) Operation Urgent Fury - Grenada 1983
Coast Guard Spouse ('83-present)
Army Mom to SPC Dana of the 1/14 Cavalry Regiment, 3rd BCT, 2nd ID
"There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are messengers of overwhelming grief...and unspeakable love." --- Washington Irving
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CLindberg
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Saco, Maine
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| 04 Nov 2006 9:30 PM |
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| If I am not in Kennebunk by 12p.m. please don't wait for me. I may not be able to make it tomorrow now. |
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Swaybar
Posts: 490
Spruce Head, ME
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| 05 Nov 2006 4:04 AM |
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Can't leave here until around 10, No way I can be in Topsham by 10:45
I may try to catch-up. If I decide not to try...... Ride Safe! |
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USN 74-80 FTM1 (ESWS) USS America CV 66
ME Army Guard, 1-152 FA M198/155mm "ON THE WAY"
ALR Charter Member Rockland Post 1
I may not always know who I am standing next to, but I certainly have absolutely no doubt who and what I Stand For! |
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Cruizer
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Ride Captain Augusta, Maine
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| 05 Nov 2006 4:49 AM |
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Posted By Swaybar on 05 Nov 2006 4:04 AM
Can't leave here until around 10, No way I can be in Topsham by 10:45
I may try to catch-up. If I decide not to try...... Ride Safe!
Mike, understood. Hope you can make it. We'll be travelling between 55 and 60 mph, so you stand a good chance of catching up to us if not in Topsham, then Kennebunk. You've got my cell phone number....I think. I'll be checking it in Topsham and again in Kennebunk. In any event, play safe and ride safe buddy. |
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US Army Retired
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CavScoutMom
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Louisville, KY
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| 05 Nov 2006 5:56 AM |
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Swaybar, we HOPE you can make it; we always enjoy your presence. Please ride safe! You also have our cellphone # too.
P.S. Don't let them bury the biscuit on ya!  |
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Coast Guard Veteran ('81-90) Operation Urgent Fury - Grenada 1983
Coast Guard Spouse ('83-present)
Army Mom to SPC Dana of the 1/14 Cavalry Regiment, 3rd BCT, 2nd ID
"There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are messengers of overwhelming grief...and unspeakable love." --- Washington Irving
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Cruizer
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Ride Captain Augusta, Maine
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| 05 Nov 2006 6:08 AM |
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Posted By CavScoutMom on 05 Nov 2006 5:56 AM Swaybar, we HOPE you can make it; we always enjoy your presence. Please ride safe! You also have our cellphone # too. P.S. Don't let them bury the biscuit on ya!
Don't let them bury the biscuit on ya! Love it! Ditto Mike! Watch the biscuit. |
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Cruizer
US Army Retired
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ALR Charter Member Rockland Post 1
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Cruizer
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Ride Captain Augusta, Maine
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| 05 Nov 2006 7:11 AM |
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OK...its 9am and I'm almost all suited up. At 9:30 on the nose, I'm heading over to the Civic Center. I'll be there in five minutes. Gonna power off the laptop now. You've got the itinerary. Call me on my cell if you need anything. Christine is also availably by cell. Ride safe, dress warm.
John just pulled in.....coffee and donut and we head to CC. |
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US Army Retired
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Buggartt
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| 05 Nov 2006 8:27 AM |
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| Could someone tell me where exactly your going to meet and which route you will be taking to escort them home. I am going to try to get there in my car and take a video. Tks, DC |
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USAFX2 MOM
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Oxford County HOTH Norway, Maine
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| 05 Nov 2006 3:37 PM |
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Job well done today folks, this young American Soldier was escorted home in style. Welcome Home Tim.
John & Bunny O'Leary
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CLindberg
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Saco, Maine
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| 05 Nov 2006 4:05 PM |
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| Sorry I missed it. I started out but it was way too cold for me. I had to turn around. Glad everything went well. |
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BackRdBiker
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| 05 Nov 2006 4:28 PM |
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hello every one,
thanks to all who was able to show up it was good to see such a turn out!!
i did not count the but i was told by the uncle alot of bikes and cars great turn out.
what a site to see the town folks standing waiting for the hero to come home.i would like to thank the Kittery police Eliot police as well as South berwick fire and police for the escort, great job guys as always thanks
also would like to thank all the Blue Knights, Combat vets, and Rolling Thunder that helped us today it is always great to ride with you guys and ladys,
to all the Ride Capt.s that helped with today you make me Proud to be part of a nice group!
to all the members that drove in the cold I am glad to be able to ride with a group with there hearts in the right place,
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MaineMousie
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| 05 Nov 2006 4:40 PM |
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I was awed and totally amazed by the support and welcome home that the town gave Tim, as we passed through. Lo and I both are thankful to have been part of this day. We both throughly loved seeing the proud flags on the bikes, and following them.
Y'all have a nice evening, and again, we're honored to have been part of y'all today! |
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47UL
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State Captain Maine
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| 05 Nov 2006 5:26 PM |
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Thanks to all of you who participated today, and especially those who pulled it all together, Sam, Christine,John, two LEO jurisdictions and the Fire Department, and any others I may have missed.
I too was pleased to see all the neighbors and townfolks on the street with signs and flags. I'm sure Tim and his family were also surprised to have an instant crowd of supporters decend on their home, welcoming him back.
Good on you Tim...you certainly earned it.
They seemed ready for us however judging by the huge supply of hot food and coffee they had ready for the riders and others who were there to greet Tim.
Thanks to the family for being such great hosts, and for allowing us to participate in this joyful homecoming.
Welcome back Tim...."We're so glad we're livin' in the USA!"
Thank you for your service to your country and the cause of freedom.
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Rdbling Lady
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Assistant State Captain:Lincoln County Ride Captain Dresden, Maine
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| 05 Nov 2006 5:34 PM |
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Thank you everyone for your support today. It was a breath taking site to see all the members that came out to support Tim and his family.
Tim and family, thank you for opening up your home to us and allowing us to be a part of the Homecoming. It was a pleasure to get to meet everyone and I hope to see you all again soon.
Trina, thank you for the coffee this morning at staging in Topsham, it sure it the spot. It would of been nice to see you but heard you had to work. Next time.
Asha, thank you for your support in Kennebunk with hot coffee and watching our 6 all the way down. It would not of been a good site if that 18 wheeler had lost it. I'm glad you were watching out for us. You take care..
To all our LEO, you are the best. The escort went great and we look forward to working with you again.
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Christine Suydam
Spouse USCG South Portland
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CavScoutMom
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Louisville, KY
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| 05 Nov 2006 6:03 PM |
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What can I say, today was absolutely EXHILIARATING!!! Though we started out cold and I ended up riding solo the last hour in the freezing cold and dark back home, I wouldn't have traded it for the world. Seeing the look on Tim's face as we pulled all of our bikes in there was priceless.
Yes, THANK YOU to Tim's family for their wonderful hospitality. I was bragging to my poor husband, who had to break off of the mission because CG duty called, about the pulled pork. Simply outstanding.
Christine, Don, Mike, John, anyone else leading the mission, job well done!
Asha, it was so GOOD to see you girl!! Please take care! Can't wait for you to 'get back in the saddle again!'
And most of all....TIM, THANK YOU for your service!! We are all proud of you and your committment to this fine country of ours!! Enjoy the rest of your time off. 
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Coast Guard Veteran ('81-90) Operation Urgent Fury - Grenada 1983
Coast Guard Spouse ('83-present)
Army Mom to SPC Dana of the 1/14 Cavalry Regiment, 3rd BCT, 2nd ID
"There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are messengers of overwhelming grief...and unspeakable love." --- Washington Irving
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Cruizer
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Ride Captain Augusta, Maine
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| 06 Nov 2006 5:52 AM |
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Thank you all for joining us in making yesterday a great day! What an honor and proviledge it is to be able to participate in such a worthwhile event with you all.
Tim, welcome home brother. Thanks for a job well done and thanks for allowing us the opportunity to welcome you home and ride with you the last few miles. It certainly was your day, but I think it made all of us feel a little humbled to see the town folk waving and holding flags as we rolled by. Always brings a lump to my throat seeing stuff like that.
John and Sam, job well done guys. Everything went as smooth as silk. The staging areas were easy to find and easy to get in and out of. Well, we won't mention the Topsham incident. Although the finger tips got a little cold, the ride was super. Nice pace, good stops and great friends to share the ride with. Once again, well done.
One observation..........anyone else notice how cold it seemed to get after the sun went down? Wow! Was I ever glad to finally get home. Brrrrr! Nice ride anyway. I'd do it again tomorrow. LOL |
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US Army Retired
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oldscol
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| 06 Nov 2006 7:08 AM |
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Ditto,it's like repeating what everyone already said.The PGR people are the greatest,you all rode excellent,and we looked awesome in formation.
Thanks,no a big thanks goes out to Asha for being alert with the tractor trailer incedent.Her training and professionalism kicked right in to protect us Thank You,and the coffee was a good idea too!
I'd like to thank our newest cage members for doing a good job covering our six.Also to finally meet you. Good job!
Also to the many guest that were at the circle to ride with us,some I recognized as COMVETS,ROLLING THUNDER, Blue Knights thanks guys for helping making yesterday a success,If I missed anyone it was not intentional,mind isn't what it used to be!
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I personally would like to say thank you for reminding me,why we do this...God bless all of you.Oldscol
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Winning isn't everything, it's the only thing!
Vince Lombardi
Proud father of Army Sgt.with 44th combat engineers, 2nd I.D. on 2nd deployment in Iraq 2004,2006
Proud uncle of nephew who is anArmy M.P. now deployed to the sand box.
Doing what I do in Memory of SSgt Keith Maupin Army.CAPTURED IRAQ 2004 / Baghdad Region Status: POW |
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CavScoutMom
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Louisville, KY
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| 06 Nov 2006 7:44 AM |
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WOW, took me awhile to literally thaw out. Don, you are right; after the sun went down BRRRRR!! Where's Kenny Chesney *singing 'When the Sun Goes Down' song* when we need him???
For those who are interested in the Channel 13 video, some of YOU (King Neptune Don for one ROFL) will recognize some handsome mugs in there.
http://www.wgme.com/NewsWeather/streaming/newsA.shtml
Again, GREAT JOB everyone and hope to do alot more of these soon (which means ALL of our military men and women would be 'home' soon). |
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Coast Guard Veteran ('81-90) Operation Urgent Fury - Grenada 1983
Coast Guard Spouse ('83-present)
Army Mom to SPC Dana of the 1/14 Cavalry Regiment, 3rd BCT, 2nd ID
"There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are messengers of overwhelming grief...and unspeakable love." --- Washington Irving
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