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15th December 06, 12:13 PM
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The Patriarch (part II)
Many of you read the story of my grandfathers passing two weeks ago. Since then, as some of you may know, I began teaching the Fire Department in Beloit (and other interested individuals) how to play bagpipes. This is the first pipe band Beloit has ever had, and I am really excited to get these guys marching.
Anyways, after my granfather died, a lot of people were donating money in his name, and my dad mentioned to some people that I was thinking of creating a bagpiping fund in his name. Bagpipes are not cheap, and to encourage more people to learn the instrument, I am hoping to have a fund to purchase a few sets.
Today I just learned that Coldwell Banker Commercial (real estate brokers), are donating $10,000 to start the fund! Looks like the J. Richard Long Memorial Pipe Fund will be a reality.
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15th December 06, 12:21 PM
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That is really good news.... Looking forward to video (or still picts) as the band comes together!
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15th December 06, 12:30 PM
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15th December 06, 12:37 PM
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Excellent
Regional Director for Scotland for Clan Cunningham International, and a Scottish Armiger.
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15th December 06, 12:56 PM
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Thats just wonderful. What a great way to imortialize your grandfather.
Brett
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15th December 06, 01:59 PM
#6
That is 1st rate! I am very happy for you and glad that what you are doing for the memory of your grandfather is moving along as it is.
Last edited by Dirk Skene; 15th December 06 at 01:59 PM.
Reason: misspelling
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15th December 06, 02:44 PM
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Wow, that is excellent news! Best wishes on the Fund--and when I can, perhaps I'll donate as well.
James
Templeton sept of Clan Boyd
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15th December 06, 04:09 PM
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Something deeply spiritual is, for certain, afoot.
Ron
Ol' Macdonald himself, a proud son of Skye and Cape Breton Island
Lifetime Member STA. Two time winner of Utilikiltarian of the Month.
"I'll have a kilt please, a nice hand sewn tartan, 16 ounce Strome. Oh, and a sporran on the side, with a strap please."
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15th December 06, 05:44 PM
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I guess this would be a good time to mention that my whole family, including my grandfather, are athiests?
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15th December 06, 06:28 PM
#10
Aye,
Then was a loving thing you did and a loving gift from Coldwell Banker.
Ron
Ol' Macdonald himself, a proud son of Skye and Cape Breton Island
Lifetime Member STA. Two time winner of Utilikiltarian of the Month.
"I'll have a kilt please, a nice hand sewn tartan, 16 ounce Strome. Oh, and a sporran on the side, with a strap please."
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