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Last post by meg 29 Apr 2008 04:14
Hello,
Just been lurking for a couple of months, but only now found the courage to register.
Short intro...I'm Rory (don't let the name fool you. I'm female) and I live in the Philippines. I was a huge fan of BotP in the mid-70s...when I was still in elementary school. I was such a HUGE fan that I even managed to correspond with Mark's dubber Casey Kasem for half a year. I'm in my mid-40s right now, but I'm still pretty much addicted to it, judging from the fact that I'm watching reruns of Gatchaman, even if it's dubbed in the local language of Tagalog. Would've wanted to watch it in Japanese though.
Anyway, nice to see that Gatchamania is still very much alive and well. I'm expecting to see a surge in the fandom once the CGI movie comes out.
Thank you very much and glad to make your acquaintance!
Sincerely,
Rory
PS I'm really tempted to post some stories here, but alas, I write only slash, so I'm still apprehensive to do so, although I did get to post one fic already in the Gatchaman Fan Fiction Archive.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Apr 2008 15:09
Welcome Rory. 
I am sure the Eagles will be glad to see you on the board, considering that brings up their numbers.
Watch out for Met ... he will want to introduce you to the Rubber room.
I am sure the Eagles will be glad to see you on the board, considering that brings up their numbers.
Watch out for Met ... he will want to introduce you to the Rubber room.
Ah, finally another Eagle has come out form lurkdom. If I have done already Rory, then welcome and glad that you have posted as us three Eagles, me, Hino and Damieon are a bit lonely among all the Condors and Swans.
I think BOTP was the first programme that all of us who were growing up in the 70s and I am glad that you got in contact with Casey Kasem as he's one of my fav voice actors.
As for watching Gatchaman in Japanese, it's pretty good, though I can't read all the subtitles as it's quick but the American voices are just awful in the series, similar tot he OAVs which is again better sounding in Japanese than in English.
Hopefully the CGI film will be not only damm good to look at, but the voices are brilliant.
Oh and don't mind me, the only thing you can bribe me with is beer and plenty of it and don't worry about paying for it, just say that the Swans can put it on the Eagle's tab 
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And finally, you aren't too old for Gatchaman or BOTP.
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And finally, you aren't too old for Gatchaman or BOTP.
Originally posted by clouddancer Welcome Rory.Hello, Clouddancer! Errr...are you telling me the Eagles are that few? Maybe I should haul my nephews and niece here as well. Oh, one of my artist friends is an Eagle fan too, but she's too busy with her boyfriend right now.
Rubber room??? Sounds scary!
Nice to meet you!!
Hello, Metaliant!
You mean the Eagles are REALLY that few? Now, I'm more convinced that I should get my nephews and niece back here. I must admit that I'm really not a fan of Jun though. Most of the females I know don't like Jun, although the guys love her. The artist of the BotP comic books Wilson Tortosa is a fellow countryman and my friend told me that he always draws Jun in the Komicons we have here. I intend to harass him for a Ken pic when I go this year.
Casey was a wonderful guy! At that time, he was so pleased to find out that someone appreciated his work as a voice actor. It seems voice actors don't get the kind of attention they really deserve. I used to imagine Mark doing American Top 40. Casey was tickled pink when I told him that.
I really do wish I could watch all three seasons of Gatchaman in Japanese. But ordering the DVDs from here is way too expensive for me.
Thank you very much for saying I'm not too old. I was afraid of being thought of as a Geriatric Gatchamaniac. Urk!
Nice meeting you!!!
Unfortunately as Met says we only have 3 who post regularly.
we have another couple who come and go.
Otherwise the rest disappear very quickly, not sure why though, everyone is very friendly here, we love sharing 
Do not think of yourself as a Geriatric Gatchamaniac, I think you will find most of us are in a similar situation as you.
Do not think of yourself as a Geriatric Gatchamaniac, I think you will find most of us are in a similar situation as you.
Originally posted by clouddancer Unfortunately as Met says we only have 3 who post regularly. we have another couple who come and go. Otherwise the rest disappear very quickly, not sure why though, everyone is very friendly here, we love sharingOh, okay...Let's see if I could post some stuff soon. I'm pretty notorious for writing long stories. My friends have been nagging me to learn to write short. Yippee! And I thought I was the only middle-aged fan here.
Welcome Rory! 
I think that on this board we're all addicted to Gatchaman. I keep watching it over and again.
I agree with you Met. Japanese version sounds better than American.
I think that dubbing on BOTP was much better then on the ADV version.
I think that on this board we're all addicted to Gatchaman. I keep watching it over and again.
I agree with you Met. Japanese version sounds better than American.
I think that dubbing on BOTP was much better then on the ADV version.
[i] Hello, Clouddancer! Errr...are you telling me the Eagles are that few? Maybe I should haul my nephews and niece here as well. Oh, one of my artist friends is an Eagle fan too, but she's too busy with her boyfriend right now.Nah, the Rubber Room ain't scary, but it's just mad and soft, so you can't hurt anybody or break anything, except custard pies of course. As CD says, there's only 3 regular posters and couple who come and go, so if you want to get any Eagle fans here, please help yourself, although watch out for Amy, who isn't exactly a Eagle fan but who is a Ego fan (Ego is from Gatchaman Fighters series) but also like the Condor.
Welcome, Rory! No, you're not too old -you'll find that lots of us here watched BOTP in the 1970s. I did!
I'm a 70's girl, too! Rory, you're in the right place! And we're always happy to have another eagle around! You know, Jun is my favorite character ( I always wanted to *be* her)...only because I had mad crushes on both the Eagle and the Condor and could never choose...and she can kick butt! But I tend to crush on the Eagle just a wee bit more, I think...
Originally posted by Rory Yippee! And I thought I was the only middle-aged fan here.No, not at all, Rory. I'm right up there with you and loving it. The folks here are great, and I have a wonderful time. Glad you decided to post. And pleeeeease--post some good PWP! It's my favorite!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Apr 2008 18:02
You definitely aren't too old, Rory! And we're glad to see you coming out of lurkdom! To me, that's the biggest compliment.. when someone enjoys the site enough to step out and introduce themselves!
So, Welcome!!!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun To me, that's the biggest compliment.. when someone enjoys the site enough to step out and introduce themselves!That's what brought me out of the shadows. I wasn't confident at all that I'd like it. I had some pretty lukewarm experiences with other places. I'm glad I took the plunge!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Apr 2008 18:36
Originally posted by FairlightAnd we're glad too, Fairlight!Originally posted by Transmute Jun To me, that's the biggest compliment.. when someone enjoys the site enough to step out and introduce themselves!That's what brought me out of the shadows. I wasn't confident at all that I'd like it. I had some pretty lukewarm experiences with other places. I'm glad I took the plunge!
Originally posted by Transmute JunAwwww... you guys are the best!!Originally posted by FairlightAnd we're glad too, Fairlight!Originally posted by Transmute Jun To me, that's the biggest compliment.. when someone enjoys the site enough to step out and introduce themselves!That's what brought me out of the shadows. I wasn't confident at all that I'd like it. I had some pretty lukewarm experiences with other places. I'm glad I took the plunge!
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Apr 2008 19:49
Originally posted by FairlightI had lurked on a few of sites before i officially took the plunge here. I am not sure waht brought me out, probably because everyone was so friendly and I did not see any arguing going on. Either that or it was because I was interested in what was going on in the rubber room .... which I could not see as a lurker/non member.Originally posted by Transmute Jun To me, that's the biggest compliment.. when someone enjoys the site enough to step out and introduce themselves!That's what brought me out of the shadows. I wasn't confident at all that I'd like it. I had some pretty lukewarm experiences with other places. I'm glad I took the plunge!
Thunderbird
God of Thunder
posted 26 Apr 2008 19:54
Welcome aboard the God Phoenix Rory. I think you'll find we have all the cerebonic implants you could need. Lots of white panties. Lots of dangerous ninja weapons. Very few kids with speech problems and a whole bunch of funny people. 
Welcome Rory - and you certainly aren't too old!!! You'll find that the rest of us are all around the same age as you.
Yup - I'm another Swannie - but one with a definite Condor bent. We do need more Eagles, so feel free to bring them on!!
As for putting things on the Eagle's tab - are gou game????? 
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Apr 2008 01:00
Hi Rory... I'm a seventies Swan so don't be shy!!
Came into the rubber room for a few drinks if you dare...
Hello Rory! Well, I'm pretty much a Gallactor badie, but I like newbies! Welcome 
Oh, and you can never be too old for Gatch!
Oh, and you can never be too old for Gatch!
Originally posted by Ebonyswanne Hi Rory... I'm a seventies Swan so don't be shy!! Came into the rubber room for a few drinks if you dare...And a few frisks.
Originally posted by Fairlightthat's why I was glad to come here. After having a bad experience in a forum I was a member, I wasn't 100% about people here but thank god I was proved wrong and 100% in here as as mad as me.Originally posted by Rory Yippee! And I thought I was the only middle-aged fan here.No, not at all, Rory. I'm right up there with you and loving it. The folks here are great, and I have a wonderful time. Glad you decided to post. And pleeeeease--post some good PWP! It's my favorite!
Hello and welcome Rory 
its always nice to see new people take the plunge!
Please post your stories, artwork or anything you have done I am certain we would all love to see it 
And please do get more people to fly in! 
its always nice to see new people take the plunge!
Please post your stories, artwork or anything you have done I am certain we would all love to see it
And please do get more people to fly in!
This is one of the nicest Gatch sites there is IMHO, and no you are not to old, I'm in that age bracket too.
Nah, the Rubber Room ain't scary, but it's just mad and soft, so you can't hurt anybody or break anything, except custard pies of course.You can't say. I've earned the notoriety of being a very angsty slash writer. Some people may not survive the strain.
Originally posted by lborgia88 Welcome, Rory! No, you're not too old -you'll find that lots of us here watched BOTP in the 1970s. I did!So that means I'm not the only Geriatric Gatchamaniac around. Nice to be in good company.
Originally posted by Springie I'm a 70's girl, too! Rory, you're in the right place! And we're always happy to have another eagle around! You know, Jun is my favorite character ( I always wanted to *be* her)...only because I had mad crushes on both the Eagle and the Condor and could never choose...and she can kick butt! But I tend to crush on the Eagle just a wee bit more, I think...Thank you. Sadly, I'm not a big Jun fan. I'm one of those crazy ladies who believe that Ken belongs to Joe and vice versa. Hope that doesn't get me into trouble here.
Originally posted by FairlightHello, Fairlight! Seriously? I don't write PWPs. I prefer writing stories with plots and lots of steamy sex scenes. Of course, I'm talking about SLASH stories, sooooo... I don't know if you'd have the courage to read my tales. My friend, who's not a slash/yaoi fan made the mistake of reading the unexpurgated version of my first Gatchaman fic. Needless to say, I had to go to church to confess and seek absolution for corrupting an innocent mind.Originally posted by Rory Yippee! And I thought I was the only middle-aged fan here.No, not at all, Rory. I'm right up there with you and loving it. The folks here are great, and I have a wonderful time. Glad you decided to post. And pleeeeease--post some good PWP! It's my favorite!
Sincerely,
Rory
Originally posted by Transmute Jun You definitely aren't too old, Rory! And we're glad to see you coming out of lurkdom! To me, that's the biggest compliment.. when someone enjoys the site enough to step out and introduce themselves! So, Welcome!!!Dear Transmute Jun, Thank you very much! I hope I'd have better luck here compared to the last Forum I've been in. Sincerely, Rory
Originally posted by Thunderbird Welcome aboard the God Phoenix Rory. I think you'll find we have all the cerebonic implants you could need. Lots of white panties. Lots of dangerous ninja weapons. Very few kids with speech problems and a whole bunch of funny people.Thank you very much, Thunderbird! I certainly could do without the kids. I'm also the official blogger for an anime channel and I certainly would rather not deal with poor mannered kids, with or without speech problems. :sad:
Originally posted by Madilayn Welcome Rory - and you certainly aren't too old!!! You'll find that the rest of us are all around the same age as you. Yup - I'm another Swannie - but one with a definite Condor bent. We do need more Eagles, so feel free to bring them on!! As for putting things on the Eagle's tab - are gou game?????Dear Madilayn, Thank you very much! Nice to know I'm in good company. Errr...no, I'd rather not add to Ken's tab. I know how it feels to be in serious debt, sooo.... But I will buy him a drink though.
Sincerely,
Rory
Originally posted by RoryIn that case we better have a sign to warn people that you are in there just in case.Nah, the Rubber Room ain't scary, but it's just mad and soft, so you can't hurt anybody or break anything, except custard pies of course.You can't say. I've earned the notoriety of being a very angsty slash writer. Some people may not survive the strain.
Originally posted by RorySorry, but I think I might have mis-read that. Did you say that you believe that Ken and Joe should be together?Originally posted by Springie I'm a 70's girl, too! Rory, you're in the right place! And we're always happy to have another eagle around! You know, Jun is my favorite character ( I always wanted to *be* her)...only because I had mad crushes on both the Eagle and the Condor and could never choose...and she can kick butt! But I tend to crush on the Eagle just a wee bit more, I think...Thank you. Sadly, I'm not a big Jun fan. I'm one of those crazy ladies who believe that Ken belongs to Joe and vice versa. Hope that doesn't get me into trouble here.
Originally posted by RoryI don't know about anybody else, but I like my kids properly cooked. Sorry.Originally posted by Thunderbird Welcome aboard the God Phoenix Rory. I think you'll find we have all the cerebonic implants you could need. Lots of white panties. Lots of dangerous ninja weapons. Very few kids with speech problems and a whole bunch of funny people.Thank you very much, Thunderbird! I certainly could do without the kids. I'm also the official blogger for an anime channel and I certainly would rather not deal with poor mannered kids, with or without speech problems. :sad:
Originally posted by meg Welcome Rory!Dear Meg, Thank you very much! Sadly, I doubt if I'll ever get to watch the Japanese version. Much too expensive for my measly budget. :sad: Sincerely, Rory
Originally posted by Ebonyswanne Hi Rory... I'm a seventies Swan so don't be shy!! Came into the rubber room for a few drinks if you dare...Dear Ebonyswanne, I think I'll be taking Met's advice and put a warning when I'm in the Rubber Room. A rather dangerous slash writer is now lurking among you. :devil: Sincerely, Rory
Originally posted by amyltrer Hello Rory! Well, I'm pretty much a Gallactor badie, but I like newbies! WelcomeThank you very much, Amyltrer, although my nephews and nieces think I'm an embarrassment to them that someone my age is still watching anime.
Originally posted by Cep Hello and welcome RoryDear Cep, Are you *really* sure you want me to post my stories here? No, seriously, I'll be putting a warning in the Subject line in every fic post I make. I'm a slash writer, you see. Don't want to offend any delicate sensibilities. Besides, I had to go to confession recently because that silly friend of mine decided to read the unexpurgated version of my first Gatchaman fic. I never figured I'd end up corrupting an innocent mind. But still, not being a fervent churchgoer, I thought I was going to melt when I entered my first church in 9-10 years. *groan* Thanks for the welcome! Sincerely, Rory
Originally posted by stardust This is one of the nicest Gatch sites there is IMHO, and no you are not to old, I'm in that age bracket too.Nice to meet a fellow 40s something, Stardust!
In that case we better have a sign to warn people that you are in there just in case.Yeah, that would be good. But, I think it would be best for me to put a warning in the Subject heading. That way, I won't have to endure going to church again to confess to having corrupted virgin minds again.
Originally posted by MetaliantUhmm...errrrr....yes?!Originally posted by RorySorry, but I think I might have mis-read that. Did you say that you believe that Ken and Joe should be together?Originally posted by Springie I'm a 70's girl, too! Rory, you're in the right place! And we're always happy to have another eagle around! You know, Jun is my favorite character ( I always wanted to *be* her)...only because I had mad crushes on both the Eagle and the Condor and could never choose...and she can kick butt! But I tend to crush on the Eagle just a wee bit more, I think...Thank you. Sadly, I'm not a big Jun fan. I'm one of those crazy ladies who believe that Ken belongs to Joe and vice versa. Hope that doesn't get me into trouble here.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Apr 2008 14:10
Originally posted by Rory I certainly would rather not deal with poor mannered kids, with or without speech problems. :sad:Breep... broop.... doot... doot... doot!!!
Originally posted by Metaliant I don't know about anybody else, but I like my kids properly cooked. Sorry.Maybe you'd like to join me in the Animax blog. There are a lot of awful kids to cook there.
Springie
Her Royal Fluffiness...Swan of Swans...
posted 27 Apr 2008 14:24
(edited 27 Apr 2008 14:27)
I am not yaoi girl...but I am a member over at Bird Go (the slash Gatch site), just being friendly...*grin*
Originally posted by RoryIn this place, any uncorrupted virgin minds do need to be corrupted by professional corruptors so help your self but that's a good idea for warning in the Subject heading. Anytime I rant about anything which means using erm unsuitable language then I always put a warning just in case.In that case we better have a sign to warn people that you are in there just in case.Yeah, that would be good. But, I think it would be best for me to put a warning in the Subject heading. That way, I won't have to endure going to church again to confess to having corrupted virgin minds again.
Originally posted by Metaliant In this place, any uncorrupted virgin minds do need to be corrupted by professional corruptors so help your self but that's a good idea for warning in the Subject heading. Anytime I rant about anything which means using erm unsuitable language then I always put a warning just in case.I've actually posted something. Don't worry I put a warning for language.
Originally posted by Transmute JunOh, come now! I know you're more eloquent than that!!Originally posted by Rory I certainly would rather not deal with poor mannered kids, with or without speech problems. :sad:Breep... broop.... doot... doot... doot!!!
Originally posted by Springie I am not yaoi girl...but I am a member over at Bird Go (the slash Gatch site), just being friendly...*grin*It's okay. It's a known fact that yaoi is not everyone's cup of tea. But I find it very strange that I'm very uncomfortable writing "straight" fiction, but quite good with slash/yaoi. I'm sticking to writing stuff that I'm good at.
I had to look the word Yaoi up on Wikipedia and was surprise at what it meant. If anybody isn't too sure what Yaoi is, then it's male/male relationships which is martketed to females.
Originally posted by Metaliant I had to look the word Yaoi up on Wikipedia and was surprise at what it meant. If anybody isn't too sure what Yaoi is, then it's male/male relationships which is martketed to females.Yes, that is exactly what yaoi is. I'm surprised you didn't know. Actually, in Japan, "yaoi" is the equivalent of what you would call a "PWP" -- all sex, no plot. If I were to correctly term the stuff I write, it would be what is called in Japan as "BL" or "Boy's Love". This is a misnomer because if you translate "boy's love" in Japanese, it would be "shounen-ai" -- and "shounen-ai" as a type of fic refers to stories that have boys/men in a romantic relationship -- hugging, kissing, etc. -- but without sex. If there's sex, it becomes "BL". I know a couple of Japanese fans who were pretty anal about terminology.
Groans at pun. In this place, you learn new things.
Originally posted by Metaliant Groans at pun. In this place, you learn new things.You should see the Japanese forums I've been to. You learn a lot there. I think my Japanese comprehension has improved a lot. He he he.
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Apr 2008 15:55
Love your avatar Rory, who drew it?
Originally posted by clouddancer Love your avatar Rory, who drew it?Wilson Tortosa, the penciler of the BotP comic books. I have the colored version of the BW pic in Springie (/)'s signature. Want me to share it with everyone?
Originally posted by RoryYes, yes, yes!!Originally posted by clouddancer Love your avatar Rory, who drew it?Wilson Tortosa, the penciler of the BotP comic books. I have the colored version of the BW pic in Springie (/)'s signature. Want me to share it with everyone?
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Apr 2008 16:05
Originally posted by RoryDepends on whether or not I'm channeling Keyop...Originally posted by Transmute Jun Breep... broop.... doot... doot... doot!!!Oh, come now! I know you're more eloquent than that!!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 27 Apr 2008 16:06
Originally posted by RoryOh yes, please!!!Originally posted by clouddancer Love your avatar Rory, who drew it?Wilson Tortosa, the penciler of the BotP comic books. I have the colored version of the BW pic in Springie (/)'s signature. Want me to share it with everyone?
Originally posted by FairlightMY REPLY TO BOTH FAIRLIGHT AND TRANSMUTE JUN: I really have to run because I have an important interview to do today. But do you think you could give me instructions tomorrow on how to post the picture?Originally posted by RoryYes, yes, yes!!Originally posted by clouddancer Love your avatar Rory, who drew it?Wilson Tortosa, the penciler of the BotP comic books. I have the colored version of the BW pic in Springie (/)'s signature. Want me to share it with everyone?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Apr 2008 16:14
Originally posted by RoryYes pleaseOriginally posted by clouddancer Love your avatar Rory, who drew it?Wilson Tortosa, the penciler of the BotP comic books. I have the colored version of the BW pic in Springie (/)'s signature. Want me to share it with everyone?
Originally posted by clouddancerI already posted it in the Rubber Room. Hope you guys like it.Originally posted by RoryYes pleaseOriginally posted by clouddancer Love your avatar Rory, who drew it?Wilson Tortosa, the penciler of the BotP comic books. I have the colored version of the BW pic in Springie (/)'s signature. Want me to share it with everyone?
clouddancer
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Apr 2008 16:49
Found it.
Thank you.
Rory - I'm a bit of a slasher as well. In my case, however, I have to feel that there is a "connection". I pair Ken/Joe in Gatchaman, and did do a Jason/Zoltar fic - just as a sort of experiment.
My alltime favorite pairing, however is Sirius/Remus from the Harry Potter series. Yes. I'm a Wolfstar gal (or Puppyshipper) and proud of it.
Like you - I've tried writing PWP and find that the whole plot thing keeps jumping up and hitting me on the head. (Which is why Bruise is taking so long people - the plot keeps wanting attention).
If you're really after some great Gatch slash, head on over to BirdGo (you'll recognise quite a few of us over there too).
Originally posted by RoryI like your avatar Rory.Originally posted by clouddancer Love your avatar Rory, who drew it?Wilson Tortosa, the penciler of the BotP comic books. I have the colored version of the BW pic in Springie (/)'s signature. Want me to share it with everyone?
Originally posted by Madilayn Rory - I'm a bit of a slasher as well. In my case, however, I have to feel that there is a "connection". I pair Ken/Joe in Gatchaman, and did do a Jason/Zoltar fic - just as a sort of experiment. My alltime favorite pairing, however is Sirius/Remus from the Harry Potter series. Yes. I'm a Wolfstar gal (or Puppyshipper) and proud of it. Like you - I've tried writing PWP and find that the whole plot thing keeps jumping up and hitting me on the head. (Which is why Bruise is taking so long people - the plot keeps wanting attention). If you're really after some great Gatch slash, head on over to BirdGo (you'll recognise quite a few of us over there too).Finding the "connection" is always the most important thing. I've got a pretty good knack for finding connections simply because I've been mainly reading Japanese yaoi. I don't read much Harry Potter Slash. I much prefer to read Harry Potter yaoi, which are not stories but actual Japanese slash comic books. There are a lot of Harry/Draco. I think I've seen one of Sirius/Remus. There a LOT of LotR yaoi though. I really love those, especially the ones made by the artist circle known as Duo Brand. Actually, I'm also a member of BirdGo. Just posted the slash fic there too.
Originally posted by MetaliantGlad you like it. I thought Ken was gorgeous in this one.Originally posted by RoryI like your avatar Rory.Originally posted by clouddancer Love your avatar Rory, who drew it?Wilson Tortosa, the penciler of the BotP comic books. I have the colored version of the BW pic in Springie (/)'s signature. Want me to share it with everyone?
Ebonyswanne
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Apr 2008 16:20
Ken does look like a honey in that piccie Rory..
I'll add my RRROWWWWRRR to that comment, Ebony...
Originally posted by RoryDear Rory, I'm not suggesting that you should buy the Japanese version. I just stated my opinion about it.Originally posted by meg Welcome Rory!Dear Meg, Thank you very much! Sadly, I doubt if I'll ever get to watch the Japanese version. Much too expensive for my measly budget. :sad: Sincerely, Rory
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