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It's Easy To Lose Sight Of Just How Fortunate We Are At Times. Pause For Giving Thanks.

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Age has given me an appreciation for fountain pens which I never had before.

 

 

~ Raidon:

 

Likewise.

With time I've grown to appreciate the nuances of ink-written strokes.

It's very nice that you're assembling a collection to pass down.

Tom K.

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MY EYES......IT'S A BALLPOINT!!

 

Seriously, it's a great pen. I have the coral FP and had it changed to a B nib. Love it.

 

My kids also mention on a fairly frequent basis the fact that they will inherit my pens & watches eventually.

 

We also bought them each the Writers Edition set for the year of their birth - at 18 they can have them & sell them / use them as they see fit.

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MY EYES......IT'S A BALLPOINT!!

 

Being new to these forums, and given the namesake of this site (The Fountain Pen Network), are ballpoints generally frowned upon by the masses? Regardless, I like 'em along with all the others out there.

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TxHarleyGuy : thanks for your original post, what you pointed out is something rather important that we who are fortunate enough to own MB pens, ought to remember.

 

And, yeah, since the forum is named Fountain Pen Network, some members are sticklers for using fountain pens only. But, there are all kinds of members, some who use ballpoints, FPs, and rollerballs. I used to be a stickler for using fountain pens, then in 2010 and 2011, I suffered a number of serious strokes. Using FPs became difficult for me, so, circumstances forced me to use ballpoint pens and gel-pens. I use pens custom made in Texas, from Will Hodges who is on this forum. Check him out at: http://www.tactileturn.com/

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Don't think either? 'Thought' I was doing what everyone else on here does in that they show/post/display items which they've purchased, are proud of, acquired, etc. If that's a problem for you, please feel free to take it up with me directly.

No, not a problem for me, at all. I was just curious, because the heading of your post runs counter to the Content.

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No, not a problem for me, at all. I was just curious, because the heading of your post runs counter to the Content.

I disagree with your assessment. But glad you took the time to reply, nonetheless.

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So, are you trying to let us know how fortunate you are or how much you have

I think you missed the entire point...

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Whose going to clean up all the spilled universe .... ?

Excellent point. Let's keep this place clean!

If you want less blah, blah, blah and more pictures, follow me on Instagram!

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That's a great story. Adding a Submariner 18k YG to my collection next week. Can't wait!

 

Thanks..... :)

 

I'm sure your new pens will goes nicely with your new Sub.....

 

Post some pictures of your new pen & your new sub together......

 

Congratulations in advance.....

 

 

 

SL & TX - well done both of you. :wub:

 

 

Thank you sir..... :)

 

Best Regards,

Tony

"SL BRABUS" aka BenzWorld Undercover Moderator

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"Without art, the crudeness of reality would make the world unbearable" George Bernard Shaw.

 

Fountain pens are like art!

 

How fortunate we are to have the means to be able to enjoy those things beyond the bare essentials for survival. I guess an expression of our gratitude would be to do whatever we do with more passion and go the extra mile whenever we can to make this world a little bit better.

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Thanks..... :)

 

I'm sure your new pens will goes nicely with your new Sub.....

 

Post some pictures of your new pen & your new sub together......

 

Congratulations in advance.....

 

 

 

 

 

Thank you sir..... :)

 

Best Regards,

Tony

 

I'm a ma'am, but I'll answer to sir. My squadron used to forget when women were still a novelty in officer country. :P :lol:

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I'm a ma'am, but I'll answer to sir. My squadron used to forget when women were still a novelty in officer country. :P :lol:

 

Sorry, madam... :blush: ..

 

I hope I didn't offend you in anyway.... :headsmack: .

 

Our BenzWorld forum administrator is a madam too.... :thumbup: ...

 

Thank you for keeping the FPN forum running smoothly... :thumbup: ....

 

Best Regards,

Tony :)

"SL BRABUS" aka BenzWorld Undercover Moderator

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I'm a history buff and there are days when I am amazed that I not only have the luxury of being literate, but own enough writing equipment and reading material to outfit an entire kingdom let alone a scriptorium in times go by. :yikes: Added to that instantaneous internet access, plenty of food and clothing, palatial shelter compared to much of the world, reliable transportation, and access to medical care...makes me realize how far sharing a little will take those less fortunate. :eureka:

 

Don't forget to extend a hand (or pen) to those who need it. :wub:

Where is that "like" button when I need it?

" Gladly would he learn and gladly teach" G. Chaucer

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So, are you trying to let us know how fortunate you are or how much you have

Does kind of like it

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Good attitude, good generosity. All of us who can afford luxury goods should be grateful for our good fortune. BTW nice to see another motorcyclist here. I have two BMW bikes. Do you ride that Harley much? I just bought a Montblanc to carry on my frequent motorcycle trips.

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