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Old 11-01-2004, 05:38 PM
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All;
As an active member of this forum I would like to continue making some observations. I personally know Ed, Rick, Al, Steve, JP, Dan and Brian, most of us have been guests in Ed's home. We all belong to the same club, (oh my) the "Ohio Coba Club". We've all drank beer together. Believe it or not, we are all pretty good guys. But, now we seem to be jumping all over each other and one thing for sure, no one can say that we are not an opinioned group or that we are afraid of expressing our thoughts. The issue here is, how do we deal with the conflict? Learning this lesson should make us stronger and should not divide us. To emphasize this, I want to buy the first beer at the Christmas party and make a toast to us all.
I admit, I was one of the first individuals who ask for financial accountability. The analytical side of me asks the question, but that's me. I personally do not see how this could make the Fling any less. It is my opinion and only an opinion, it can only make us stronger and it brings professionalism and accountability to the event. Intentionally or not, when the Fling took on the form of being a "fund raiser" the rules changed. Yes, it is a "family picnic" but, again, the rules changed and we have to change with them.
I can not appoligize for expressing what I feel is right, nor have I been asked to. As I mentioned earlier-- it's the analitical side of my brain, it begs to ask questions and find solutions .
Again, no one is accusing anyone of being underhanded but, if we are looking for ways to improve the Fling this is my input, opinion and suggestion.


Ed- thank you for the invitation to this years Spring Fling. As you know, I'm a terrible cook so, I will not be adding to the menu. However, I do want to feel as though I am doing my fair share and that I am a part of the "family". So Ed, I would appreciate it if you would please accept my financial contribution to the reunion. Also, I'm am asking you, to let me know, if you need any help let me know, as I want to pay my fair share (my ego needs this).
Finally, except for the aforementioned, I don't think you need to change a thing, I've loved being a part of the "Family" for the past four years.

I'm Mike Braatz and I approve this message.
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