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Public Information => Welcome to Cloud City Garrison and Kashyyyk Base! => Topic started by: furiousstylz on July 16, 2010, 09:36:31 AM

Title: New to the Board
Post by: furiousstylz on July 16, 2010, 09:36:31 AM

Hi to the Garrison. My story is probably the same as 99% of you. I was about 9 or 10 when I saw the original, and from moment you see Stormtroopers on screen, I thought they were the coolest. I may have rooted for the good guys, but had to acknowledge they didn't look nearly as cool as the bad guys!  I mean seriously... X-wing Pilot orange?  That's not intimidating. (Though an x-wing is...)

Anywhoo - Always dreamed of having real TK armor. 30 years later (yeah... i'm in the 40+ crowd), I think I finally have the time, money, and inclination. I have 2 sons that I've gone through the whole Star Wars excitement with, and it never really goes away does it?

So I'm friends with Mosi and Mindie from way back. They come over to dinner this week, Mosi just happens to bring TK armor of his own that more or less fits me (he's probably got 2 to 3 inches of height on me), and I get suited up. Nice. And then, in all seriousness, he also tells me about the volunteerism and fund-raising the CCG does, and being former military myself, that certainly appeals to me as well. Those of you that were in know you do a lot of volunteering of time and fund-raising when in uniform, and it starts to become a source of pride. So I'm thinking here's a chance to live out a childhood fantasy, and charities profit? That's perfect.

So here I am, armor-less, but ready to go through the steps to get TK'd, get signed up, and go trooping. My name is Johnny.

Title: Re: New to the Board
Post by: Mosi on July 16, 2010, 10:28:36 AM

heeeeeeeere's JOHNNY!

Welcome to the Garrison, brother.

Title: Re: New to the Board
Post by: carpe mindiem on July 16, 2010, 10:44:35 AM

Yay Johnny! Welcome!!

Title: Re: New to the Board
Post by: Ancient Fan on July 16, 2010, 02:45:08 PM

Welcome Johnny!
You've got a good start knowing Marc and Mindie, hope you can come out to one of our events - that's a great way to introduce yourself to others.

Phil (Ancient Fan)   :D

Title: Re: New to the Board
Post by: Quick2 on July 16, 2010, 02:54:58 PM

Welcome Johnny. The Darkside is strong with Marc and Mindie. I see they have drawn you to the Empire.. You are in good hands.

Enjoy your stay.
Allan

Title: Re: New to the Board
Post by: TD-8821 on July 16, 2010, 07:19:36 PM

hello and welcome!

Title: Re: New to the Board
Post by: Darth Mobius on July 17, 2010, 11:25:10 AM

Welcome aboard Johnny, we would be honored if you would join us... Looks like you definitely have your head on straight and your eyes in the right direction. It might seem slow going but you'll be there in no time.

Title: Re: New to the Board
Post by: Carlos on July 17, 2010, 01:15:51 PM

Welcome to the board Johnny! :D

                                                  Carlos

Title: Re: New to the Board
Post by: Cooter Davis on July 18, 2010, 09:25:06 AM

Hey Johnny. Welcome to the boards.

Pm Sent.

Title: Re: New to the Board
Post by: OldTonyKenobi on July 18, 2010, 02:00:03 PM

Welcome from Kashyyyk Base RL...............ol tony kenobi :dancechewie: :dancechewie: :dancechewie:

Title: Re: New to the Board
Post by: Sithman on July 18, 2010, 03:54:20 PM

Welcome to the boards johnny!We're happy to have you and ready to help!

Title: Re: New to the Board
Post by: The Kreator on July 19, 2010, 02:15:34 PM

You can never have too many Stormtroopers!  Welcome to the Garrison!