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Old 13 January 2024, 04:57 AM   #1861
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Steve, after reading this thread awhile back I bought your book. I recently got around to reading it while on a trip. It was a very emotional and well written love story, that is relatable to many who’ve suffered great loss on our journey through life. While your adventures were formidable, what you undertook at home was even a greater challenge, both physically and mentally. I wish you continued peace and comfort knowing you’re carrying on a great legacy. Happy holidays.


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thank you, yes the journey at home has been far harder.
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Old 13 January 2024, 04:58 AM   #1862
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Old 13 January 2024, 04:58 AM   #1863
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Merry Christmas to you Steve, hope all is well!

I always go back to this thread to remind myself of a lot of things..
and you!
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Old 13 January 2024, 04:59 AM   #1864
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Steve, thanks so much for sharing all the stories, pictures of the expeditions and the watches.
Took me a while but it was a real pleasure.
I am very impressed by your job and your collection.
If I may, how did you end up having this job?
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spent years training and kind of dont know anything else!
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Old 13 January 2024, 05:00 AM   #1865
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Merry Christmas to you Steve, hope all is well!

I always go back to this thread to remind myself of a lot of things..
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Old 13 January 2024, 05:01 AM   #1866
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Steve, after reading this thread awhile back I bought your book. I recently got around to reading it while on a trip. It was a very emotional and well written love story, that is relatable to many who’ve suffered great loss on our journey through life. While your adventures were formidable, what you undertook at home was even a greater challenge, both physically and mentally. I wish you continued peace and comfort knowing you’re carrying on a great legacy. Happy holidays.


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Old 13 January 2024, 05:08 AM   #1867
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State of the collection and life

The ever evolving collection; wear a Topgun IWC most of the time now. That and the 5 digit explorer 2 black dial.

Expeditions are confined to the UK as I still look after my wifes yard. Yet this has taken its toll on my mental health. Crisis team came out to me to see how i was; but im still here. And just finished a three book novel. Looking for a publisher now!

Stay safe everyone in this mad world. And remember, our watches only mark the passage of our time through life. They are not life itself. That is for us to write.
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Old 13 January 2024, 06:53 AM   #1868
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Old 13 January 2024, 07:37 AM   #1869
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Man, I remember this thread! Hope you are doing okay!


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Old 13 January 2024, 08:24 AM   #1870
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Weldone done, we are still waiting to see some pictures.
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Old 13 January 2024, 09:34 AM   #1871
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Glad to see you checking in, Steve! Good luck finding a publisher and getting your books out.
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Old 13 January 2024, 11:08 AM   #1872
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The ever evolving collection; wear a Topgun IWC most of the time now. That and the 5 digit explorer 2 black dial.

Expeditions are confined to the UK as I still look after my wifes yard. Yet this has taken its toll on my mental health. Crisis team came out to me to see how i was; but im still here. And just finished a three book novel. Looking for a publisher now!

Stay safe everyone in this mad world. And remember, our watches only mark the passage of our time through life. They are not life itself. That is for us to write.

Be well. We’ll be here once you’re published ready to read your next adventure.


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Old 13 January 2024, 12:33 PM   #1873
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Good to see you posting Steve. Your book is one of the most meaningful books I have ever read, and has helped me through some difficult times. I have read it twice. Thank you for writing it. Stay well, one foot in front of the other.
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Old 14 January 2024, 08:43 AM   #1874
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I've read through this thread over the last several days and finally made it to the end. Simply fascinating - thank you for sharing your story and photos with us Steve. I would really like to read your book, however I just tried to purchase it on Amazon and it's saying that it can't be shipped to the U.S. Is there any way I can buy this and have it shipped to my address in the states? I don't have a kindle or do e-books - I like having a physical copy. Thanks for your help!
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Old 14 January 2024, 09:49 AM   #1875
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Old 14 January 2024, 10:15 AM   #1876
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Read the thread.

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Wow, a three book novel.

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Old 14 January 2024, 11:53 AM   #1877
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I've read through this thread over the last several days and finally made it to the end. Simply fascinating - thank you for sharing your story and photos with us Steve. I would really like to read your book, however I just tried to purchase it on Amazon and it's saying that it can't be shipped to the U.S. Is there any way I can buy this and have it shipped to my address in the states? I don't have a kindle or do e-books - I like having a physical copy. Thanks for your help!

I’m in the US and bought hard copy via Amazon. I just checked and you can order it via Prime.


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Old 14 January 2024, 12:01 PM   #1878
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Oh I see, I'm not a prime member but I will see if I can find someone I know who is and will order it through them. Thanks for the heads up!
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Old 14 January 2024, 02:58 PM   #1879
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The pics being sent in by fax ?
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Old 16 January 2024, 04:45 AM   #1880
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Old 16 January 2024, 04:46 AM   #1881
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Oh I see, I'm not a prime member but I will see if I can find someone I know who is and will order it through them. Thanks for the heads up!
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I've read through this thread over the last several days and finally made it to the end. Simply fascinating - thank you for sharing your story and photos with us Steve. I would really like to read your book, however I just tried to purchase it on Amazon and it's saying that it can't be shipped to the U.S. Is there any way I can buy this and have it shipped to my address in the states? I don't have a kindle or do e-books - I like having a physical copy. Thanks for your help!
i can send you a copy- but post is expensive to states. if you mesaage me!
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Old 16 January 2024, 04:50 AM   #1884
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Wow, a three book novel.

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Old 16 January 2024, 04:51 AM   #1886
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Good to see you posting Steve. Your book is one of the most meaningful books I have ever read, and has helped me through some difficult times. I have read it twice. Thank you for writing it. Stay well, one foot in front of the other.
thanks buddy. that means a lot to me.....
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Old 16 January 2024, 10:12 AM   #1887
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"Stay safe everyone in this mad world. And remember, our watches only mark the passage of our time through life. They are not life itself. That is for us to write."

My all time favorite thread... Thank you, Steve.
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Old 17 January 2024, 07:25 AM   #1889
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Holy cow, just stumbled across this thread and was brought to tears. As a first post I wanted to thank you kind Sir for sharing such a remarkable life journey. I've yet to acquire my first Rolex but am hot on the trail. I leave this comment feeling inspired and ready to "explore" life with a newfound enthusiasm. Now, someone send me a link to this gentleman's book! :)
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Old 17 January 2024, 11:33 AM   #1890
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Holy cow, just stumbled across this thread and was brought to tears. As a first post I wanted to thank you kind Sir for sharing such a remarkable life journey. I've yet to acquire my first Rolex but am hot on the trail. I leave this comment feeling inspired and ready to "explore" life with a newfound enthusiasm. Now, someone send me a link to this gentleman's book! :)

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