As I have mentioned in a few previous posts, and as some of you may have noticed over the past month, I have been mostly absent from C3VR. 

My new full-time job has become very demanding and time consuming.  At this job I actually have work to do (unlike my last job), so I don't really have time to check in on C3VR during the day.  Plus, I have more responsibility than my last job, and I am on a project that the company is counting on for major financial improvement.  I have been working 50-60 hour weeks, including working on the weekends. 

Outside of that, I have a need to spend time with my family, as I'm sure many of you know how that goes.

So what is left is time to sleep.

So, my apologies to any of you that are awaiting their membership packets or lifetime member items.  They will get out, but it is taking longer than usual.

DNV (Dennis) has been kind enough to take on the responsibility of editing and producing Shark Bytes for me. Thanks to Dennis for that! He can use help with articles (they don't write themselves) so please contact him to offer some assistance with that.

The other big thing is the 2009 gathering.  As mentioned in my post about this, I really do not think I have the time available to plan the 2009 gathering, and I'm fearful that if someone else (or others) do not take on the task, it will not happen.  I believe dwright and ebo have taken on some of the planning, but I'm sure they could use help, especially from folks that live in the New England area.  So if you can help out, please contact either of them.

Finally, because of my absenteeism, I let C3VR's 7th anniversary go by without acknowledging it.  It occurred on November 1st, 2008.  I would like to thank each and every one of you for being a member and supporting this club.  I do believe that we have a very special group here and make use the finest all C3 club in the world!  Without your financial support and physical involvement with the site, we simply would not exist.

So, thank you to all for your support, understanding and contributions to C3VR!



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-Adam Wartell
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Hey Boss. I do know you have been overwhelmed at work, and appreciate your need to be with your family when you have time. We will be fine with your situation I'm sure, but we need to know what we can do to help you here when needed.

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Adam  like what was said above family and jobs come first in that order ! this site is great just keep it going and with the extra help it will !!!

 

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adam,

As has been said, no need for apologies here, Adam. We're all grown-ups(well....most of us, anyway...). We can all understand the difficulties of trying to juggle too much at one time, and expecting not to drop something.
We'll be fine until you can get caught up, and we're willing to help any way we can, if needed. Adams' Apple2008-11-17 07:55:47

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Adam - What has been mentioned above is absolutely true.  Take care of your family and work responsibilities first.  I am sure among all of us, we could get done what needs to get done.  If there is a list of non-Gathering duties you can post, please do.  I would be willing to help out.

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Adam, I reiterate what has already been said, and add my thanks to you for your resolve in putting C3VR where it is today!  You have managed to organize a great group of people who enjoy a similar passion, and are willing to help anyone who also share the love of these automobiles.   I believe that the help needed to continue the community will materialize, as the need is known, and the passions remain.  Your focus is correct, and your request for aid in keeping the site and community viable and strong only raises my admiration for you.

Adam:  I sympathize with you entirely and appreciate all you have done.  I really appreciate the time and effort you expended on the C3 gathering I attended and gave the seminar on detailing. I appreciate the attention you gave to me and mine at the muesum (sp?).

Adam, I think all the family here understands your situation and supports you fully.  As everyone has said, family first, job second and we can take care of most of the rest.  Just check in when you can and let us know how things are going.  We're all pulling for you and are here for support if and when you need us.  God Bless.

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I understand completely Adam. I haven't been here at all myself, not even lurking.

Ditto here Adam... C3VR marches on... not the hardest challenge any of us has had...anyone here that owns a Vette and knows the challenges that come with it... so this obstacle will too pass!. Take care of family and hang in there with us "Brother" !

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Adam......no worries mannnn...

You can't stop this train......you have built it to where it's bullet proof.

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Adam, as you can plainly see....the C3VR group is truly one family that can be proud. Everyone stands united to help each other. I really can't understand how such a great group like us, exists. Remember, your blood family does count first. The C3VR is actually bigger than any one person, you started it and we all thank you for your Vision. Take care of yourself and family, Larry 

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One more voice agreeing that family and earning a living have to come first.

Larry

I understand completely.  Also, willing to help where I'm needed.

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Adam,

We all do what we need to do, and in order of priorities such as you are doing. This group is too big and responsible to let anything happen to C3VR. I can tell by all the different formats and all those responses to them, along with all the chat rooms. I myself don't always have the time to participate in many of those but I can see what kind of bond there is here. So ease your mind about the affairs of C3VR and take care of your personal affairs. Not to worry, C3VR will be here for a loooong time.

Take care

We are all here to support and help as we can. I appreciate this site and all you have done

First off Adam I think you have been blessed. In a time when good jobs are scarce you have secured employment that sounds to be rewarding, challenging, and has security.

You have developed a wonderful registry that continues to grow each year. There are many folks here with a common bond and through the registry many lasting friendships have been made. For this I personally would like to thank you!

Please enjoy your family... they are a vital part of C3VR family as they allow you to give a portion of your time to the registry.

Hopefully there will be folks step up to the plate and help. I believe there are many talented people here who have the ability to do some good things if given the oppertunity.





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Do what you need to do Adam. We'll all be here when you check in from time to time. Hope the hard work pays off for you, literally!   

Adam,

There are always times in our lives that we need to re-establish priorities.  Your time is now.  Take care of the family and the family will take care of you.  After working 40 years for the government, I learned that things will take care of s\themselves ----in time.

Thanks for all your hard work.  You may be gone for awhile but not forgotten~!!

Dan

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We all have had to adjust to life in this new economic age - Outside of our faith life our first priority is to ourself, then to our family, then to our employer, the rest of it is somwhere down the line - this is a fun hobby for most of us but its just that. We all appreciate what you do and have done, and we all understand what employers are expecting nowadays and doing what we have to do just to keep ahead of the bills.  Luv ya man! 

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Ken - C3VR Lifetime Member #79

Hey boss, relax.

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As I read all the responses to this tread all I could thinjk was ,  Man what a great group of people we have here.   Thanks boss for getting us altogher !!! deeboy592008-11-17 19:07:25

[QUOTE=deeboy59]As I read all the responses to this tread all I could thinjk was ,  Man what a great group of people we have here.   Thanks boss for getting us altogher !!! [/QUOTE]

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I know as well as anyone what the obligations of family and work mean.  I often miss time here as well.   Hang in there boss, we have your back.

Hey, hang in there Adam, my friend.  My new job is taking more of my time also but with jobs like they are today, you gotta do what you gotta do to keep a good one!  AND of course, family is right up there on the priority list so do whatever you have to & when things settle down, we'll be here waiting for ya!

Don't worry about us Boss,We are big Boys and Girls ,You take care of your family and your job everything else is secondary,do what ya got to do ,we're here for you

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So what I read is now is not a good time to sign up to be a life-time member. jt's732008-11-18 06:49:08

I've seen and read all your replies.  I REALLY appreciate your patience and understanding.  I knew I could count on all of you.  That is what makes this place so great!

THANKS!


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-Adam Wartell
NCM Lifetime Member #1222
Founder: C3 Vette Registry 
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My first Vette, now owned by JB79:

Adam! No apologies neccessary. You are doing the right thing for yourself and your family. I have been there. I have enjoyed being a member for the last few years even if I have'nt been able to participate as much as I would like. I too have a number of family obligations.