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!

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.

Adam:

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 !!!

 

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

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.

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.