Because I did not read this post, I was very surprised today when I received "The Waterboy" in the mail as a gift from Dave Braley.
Thank you Mr. Braley.
Since it took 3 or 4 more days to get this gift in Victoria than Vancouver, I assume that Canada Post is still using a rowboat to get the mail to Vancouver Island.
Bob Ackles' book - The Water Boy
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Still waiting up north. Guess the sled dogs got tired of pulling without snow under their feet.Since it took 3 or 4 more days to get this gift in Victoria than Vancouver, I assume that Canada Post is still using a rowboat to get the mail to Vancouver Island.
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I finally finished the book today! I haven't been home much and have been squeezing in reading time while on the bus! :P
It's REALLY good! Anyone who hasn't read it yet...you're going to love it! I was hooked right away =)
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I just got mine today Eric, so the rowboat seems quicker then the horse and carriage they send out to Maple Ridge...:p
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Bob Ackles will be making two appearances to sign his book.
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When: Thursday, October 11th - 4:30pm to 6:30pm
Where: Costco - 3585 Grandview Highway, Vancouver
When: Sunday, October 14th - 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Where: Costco - 605 Expo Boulevard, Vancouver
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When: Thursday, October 11th - 4:30pm to 6:30pm
Where: Costco - 3585 Grandview Highway, Vancouver
When: Sunday, October 14th - 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Where: Costco - 605 Expo Boulevard, Vancouver
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Read the first 3 chapters so far, it's great!
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I'm through the first two chapters. Not generally big on biographical stuff, but this is some great reading!
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Thanks for the heads-up on that, Robbie....... would Costco allow non-member shmucks like me -- or do they exercise strict quality control?Robbie wrote:Bob Ackles will be making two appearances to sign his book.
http://www.bclions.com/index.php?module ... &nid=20489
When: Thursday, October 11th - 4:30pm to 6:30pm
Where: Costco - 3585 Grandview Highway, Vancouver
When: Sunday, October 14th - 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Where: Costco - 605 Expo Boulevard, Vancouver
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I guess if it's by the entrance, they might allow you. But if it's inside the store, you may have to ask a member to bring you in as a guest.sj-roc wrote:Thanks for the heads-up on that, Robbie....... would Costco allow non-member shmucks like me -- or do they exercise strict quality control?Robbie wrote:Bob Ackles will be making two appearances to sign his book.
http://www.bclions.com/index.php?module ... &nid=20489
When: Thursday, October 11th - 4:30pm to 6:30pm
Where: Costco - 3585 Grandview Highway, Vancouver
When: Sunday, October 14th - 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Where: Costco - 605 Expo Boulevard, Vancouver
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I already got mine signed at Sports And Stuff!
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Best book I've ever read! Finished it in two nights!!
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I'm more than half way through Bob's book and it is a great read.
Ended up staying on the same floor at a hotel, he recognized me from one of his book signings, gave a smile and "Hello" then made small talk while waiting for the elevator. Ackles is a class act all the way.
Ended up staying on the same floor at a hotel, he recognized me from one of his book signings, gave a smile and "Hello" then made small talk while waiting for the elevator. Ackles is a class act all the way.
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