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Old 01-28-2009, 05:32 PM
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Default Farewell and So Long

Tomorrow is moving day to Fort Collins, Co.

If I don't get a chance to say bye to some of you personally consider this my farewell. I'll be home to visit but it's time for me to do some growing up. It's about time I went and realized my full potential after half-assing it for years.

A special shout-out to the guys at G-Force. They let me hang around the shop long enough to hire me on and keep me there for a while. I thoroughly enjoyed my time there and I can't thank them enough for giving me an opportunity to do what I really love.

And to the rest of you, well, it's been real, it's been fun, but it hasn't been real fun.

Peace!
Old 01-28-2009, 05:37 PM
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Ben, I'm sure you have a good reason for leaving so be good and good luck man.
Old 01-28-2009, 05:45 PM
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Most people don't understand my reasons for leaving and honestly it's difficult to explain.

I feel as though I've been stuck in mediocrity for years. And I know I'm capable of so much more. I really do believe I can do anything I want, but I've been content to settle on just getting by. I don't wanna get by, I wanna make it to the top, so it's time to put my nose to the grindstone and get to work.

When the going gets tough, the tough gets going. That kinda thing.
Old 01-28-2009, 06:12 PM
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GOD LUCK BEN ! I hope you realize all of your dreams.......
Old 01-28-2009, 07:01 PM
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Glad to see you making some hopefully good decisions to get ahead. Too many people are lazy nowadays, it is easier to sit around and complain about things you can't afford, instead of actually doing something about it.
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Man we are going to miss ya. I think it's a great decision on your part and you ARE capable of doing anything you set your mind to. I've actually learned a good bit from you myself.

Thanks and farewell buddy!
Old 01-28-2009, 07:27 PM
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Take care Ben and good luck
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Good luck buddy
Old 01-28-2009, 08:32 PM
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Good luck on the road Ben, keep your nose down and life will reward you.

Just make sure you pay more attention to your surroundings, nothing like seeing a man get turned around within 4 miles of where he just came from in broad daylight!

Once again, good luck Ben.
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Good luck amigo!
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I liked fort collins. Get ready for some cold and windy days. Being on the front range means LOTS of wind. I was there 2 years at CSU. Allison hall FTMFW.
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My brother is going to graduate from CSU in May and that's where I'm going to school. Our house is right off Elizabeth.
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Good deal man. City can be fun. Close to Denver too. I really miss the winter sports. Snowboarding was CHEAP while there!
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good luck bro
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hey Ben, just to give you a heads up man, im about 45 min. away from Ft. Collins and right now this snow is something crazy man!! just be careful if u are driving.
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It was a surprise your mom's milk glands didn't dry up sooner J/K

It was great getting to know you and enjoyed all the good times and laughs. You will do great at no matter what you want to do. Just stay low and keep chopping your feet(in the words of coach Jones)! I'll be in Vegas from the 23-28th of March, so if you wanna come win me some money, I'll split it with ya Keep in touch brotha!





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Old 01-28-2009, 10:38 PM
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Those are great pictures, John. I won't soon forget those races. I'm excited about the new challenges that I'll face, and I'm sad about some of the things I'm leaving behind, but it's something I have to do. I'll stay in touch I promise.
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Best of luck to you, Ben. I was rudderless until I was about 24 years old, then the light went on and I realized there's more to life than making time to goof off rather than get ahead. Some people realize this sooner than others, and some never realize it at all. Sounds like you've got your head clear and are going in the right direction.

Stay cool and keep in touch.


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Well I didn't know anything about your move Ben, but I am glad to have called you a friend and wish you the best of luck with your new life. keep in touch.
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Definitely have had some good times Ben! Stay in touch and don't freeze to death in Colorado. I am sure we will all catch you on the flip side.



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