Missing AC FTers
Apr 14, 2015 | 10:48 am
#31
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Old-time 'usual suspects' and topic here: http://tinyurl.com/ofzhmew
I actually read that thread a couple of weeks ago.
The posts by certain individuals are hilarious <wink, wink>
Last edited by 24left; Apr 14, 2015 at 10:57 am Reason: grammar (it's Tuesday)
Apr 14, 2015 | 11:44 am
#32
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Old-time 'usual suspects' and topic here: http://tinyurl.com/ofzhmew
I believe Andrew was posting as Empress at that time.(I may be off on timeline ) and note that he was not an AC employee at the time of those posts
Apr 14, 2015 | 1:32 pm
#37
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: YUL
Programs: AC SE (*A Gold), Bonvoy Platinum Elite, Hilton Gold, Amex Platinum / AP Reserve, NEXUS, Global Entry
Posts: 5,760
Apr 14, 2015 | 1:42 pm
#38
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: sqrt(-united states of apologist)
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Posts: 5,403
Apr 14, 2015 | 1:50 pm
#39
Join Date: Dec 2013
Programs: AC SE 200K, SPG PLAT, HH DIAMOND
Posts: 232
Is it just me, or does anyone else miss FTers who used to post here?
I realize some were banned or suspended or kicked out of the "Continuum", but recent posts by others have made me realize what great fund can be had with mental chess, in this case debating the likes of Air Canada, Aeroplan, rouge and all of our related relationships.
So to those of you who are actively here reading or posting, this is just my way of asking where are
flyquiet, TemboOne, diabeetus, among others
(and while i might be risking life and limb, I will add that nothing makes my morning coffee like a post from the likes of Allvest or the long lost tyberius.)
thanks for listening....carry on....
I realize some were banned or suspended or kicked out of the "Continuum", but recent posts by others have made me realize what great fund can be had with mental chess, in this case debating the likes of Air Canada, Aeroplan, rouge and all of our related relationships.
So to those of you who are actively here reading or posting, this is just my way of asking where are
flyquiet, TemboOne, diabeetus, among others
(and while i might be risking life and limb, I will add that nothing makes my morning coffee like a post from the likes of Allvest or the long lost tyberius.)
thanks for listening....carry on....
Apr 14, 2015 | 1:56 pm
#41
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: YYZ
Programs: AC 75K, Amex Plat, NEXUS, Amanjunkie
Posts: 1,731
In reality, it is funny when people mention posters who are relative newbies who have come and gone...
Time does fly !
In the time I've been on this board, "beachdigit" has grown up, gone to University and now has a job (I think)...
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Apr 14, 2015 | 3:58 pm
#42
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LOL
Well, see, you blew into town back on a cold winter day, launched a brilliant thread that led to much hilarity and then you abandoned us.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/air-c...failed-se.html
Well, see, you blew into town back on a cold winter day, launched a brilliant thread that led to much hilarity and then you abandoned us.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/air-c...failed-se.html
Apr 14, 2015 | 4:50 pm
#43
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Hi all,
Without a bit of sarcasm, it brought a a tear to my eye that I was specifically mentioned in 24left's now locked thread about missing AC FTers.
Mrs Diabeetus went into preterm labor early March, and our daughter was born super premature. 25-weeker preemie, under 2lbs in weight. We've been spending our time pretty much living in the NICU.
We've been very fortunate, however, in that our little girl hasn't had any of the major complications that micro preemies get (i.e. big brain bleeds, severe infections, retinopathy, etc.). We're praying that she'll be one of the lucky ones that gets away without developmental delay or cerebral palsy.
All flights and trips cancelled for the foreseeable future. We had some cheap P-fare tickets to Tucson - the departure date was 3 days after my daughter was born. It was supposed to be our last trip while still within the "safe" flying window while pregnant. If my wife had gone into labor 25-weeks pregnant mid-flight...
I hopped on FT a couple times without posting. Missing out on the deals and talking about recent trips made me feel a bit sad, as I really enjoy travelling. I miss being pampered those times up in J. I miss the little perks that status brought. But I would trade a lifetime of all those things in exchange for guaranteed good health for our child.
I ended my flying year at 21,5084 AQM and 12 AQS, with the date of my last flight as Mar 1, 2015.
I wasn't planning on requalifying for SE this year, but there's a good chance I'll have no status for 2016. In the grand scheme of things, there's ways around it. Latitude flight passes. Z/P fare sales. And in the end, it's not that important.
I'll still be around on FT, but will likely be quieter for the next few months.
Without a bit of sarcasm, it brought a a tear to my eye that I was specifically mentioned in 24left's now locked thread about missing AC FTers.
Mrs Diabeetus went into preterm labor early March, and our daughter was born super premature. 25-weeker preemie, under 2lbs in weight. We've been spending our time pretty much living in the NICU.
We've been very fortunate, however, in that our little girl hasn't had any of the major complications that micro preemies get (i.e. big brain bleeds, severe infections, retinopathy, etc.). We're praying that she'll be one of the lucky ones that gets away without developmental delay or cerebral palsy.
All flights and trips cancelled for the foreseeable future. We had some cheap P-fare tickets to Tucson - the departure date was 3 days after my daughter was born. It was supposed to be our last trip while still within the "safe" flying window while pregnant. If my wife had gone into labor 25-weeks pregnant mid-flight...
I hopped on FT a couple times without posting. Missing out on the deals and talking about recent trips made me feel a bit sad, as I really enjoy travelling. I miss being pampered those times up in J. I miss the little perks that status brought. But I would trade a lifetime of all those things in exchange for guaranteed good health for our child.
I ended my flying year at 21,5084 AQM and 12 AQS, with the date of my last flight as Mar 1, 2015.
I wasn't planning on requalifying for SE this year, but there's a good chance I'll have no status for 2016. In the grand scheme of things, there's ways around it. Latitude flight passes. Z/P fare sales. And in the end, it's not that important.
I'll still be around on FT, but will likely be quieter for the next few months.
All the best to your family.
Apr 14, 2015 | 4:54 pm
#44
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Apr 14, 2015 | 4:58 pm
#45
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Bestof2k9 was a great asset when he was here. He was the one that gave this board the mini-RTW.
Parnel and Mtacchi are both missed on this board as are many others from the "glory days" of the early to mid-2000's. Mexican Hat Dance anyone?
With the new AP and AC, it's just not as big of a deal any more. Meh.
Parnel and Mtacchi are both missed on this board as are many others from the "glory days" of the early to mid-2000's. Mexican Hat Dance anyone?
With the new AP and AC, it's just not as big of a deal any more. Meh.
And those that post but rarely now... Acysb87, nordsfan, briantoronto, shore9, lornag, etc.
Old-time 'usual suspects' and topic here: http://tinyurl.com/ofzhmew
FKA the "junior board" or "JB"... There is another one but not much action there lately...
LOL
Well, see, you blew into town back on a cold winter day, launched a brilliant thread that led to much hilarity and then you abandoned us.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/air-c...failed-se.html
Well, see, you blew into town back on a cold winter day, launched a brilliant thread that led to much hilarity and then you abandoned us.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/air-c...failed-se.html
I'm going to answer the rhetorical question with a resounding NO !
In reality, it is funny when people mention posters who are relative newbies who have come and gone...
Time does fly !
In the time I've been on this board, "beachdigit" has grown up, gone to University and now has a job (I think)...
In reality, it is funny when people mention posters who are relative newbies who have come and gone...
Time does fly !
In the time I've been on this board, "beachdigit" has grown up, gone to University and now has a job (I think)...
Last edited by tcook052; Apr 14, 2015 at 5:37 pm