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Old 2 November 2016, 09:51 PM   #1
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Icon6 ***the***EL...PASO***trf***GTG***thread!***

Ok, I have to admit it...I LOVE putting together GTG's The day is coming up fast, we have a nice group of TRF family members drivin' and flyin' to El Paso, TEXAS to

A. Have fun
B. Drink wine
C. Smoke cigars
D. Eat great food
E. Talk watches
F. ALL OF THE ABOVE

Thank you to everyone that signed in, I am surprised and grateful that you are taking time off to meet this weekend; I hope I can bring a smile to your face.

To our TRF family: this officially starts the GTG, people attending will contribute to this thread, so be sure to check in frequently!

To me, one more day...a meeting, an interesting lunch and finishing touches.

GRACIAS once again for following this crazy venture!
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Old 2 November 2016, 10:32 PM   #2
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About to board. Forgot how irritating TSA is.
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Old 2 November 2016, 10:33 PM   #3
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About to board. Forgot how irritating TSA is.
Safe travels!
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Heading out Friday morning, so safe travels everyone!
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Old 3 November 2016, 02:17 AM   #6
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Old 3 November 2016, 04:42 AM   #7
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I'll be hopping in the 997 Friday morning, putting the top down, and heading out at speed.

Would participants mind if I brought a couple of non-Rolexes? Lange and Patek maybe?

I know many guys here are absolutely against moding their watches, but would it be OK if I brought a DLC/PVD TT Sub or Heritage chrono?

I've never attended a GTG before, so I'm reaslly looking forward to some interesting discussions and displays. See ya'll soon.
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Enjoy the ride and....Ken: LANGE!!!!
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Oh, and YES on more watches!!!!
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Old 3 November 2016, 05:08 AM   #10
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Y'all travel safe and have a GREAT time!
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Splendid lunch!!!!
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Old 3 November 2016, 09:27 AM   #13
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Eeeeee 'haaaaaa.
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Old 3 November 2016, 10:38 AM   #14
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Oh no!!!! Back to the office, they bought 'pan de muerto'!!!!!
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Oh no!!!! Back to the office, they bought 'pan de muerto'!!!!!
Is that "bread of death"? Looks like you would not stay awake after this
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Yes! And DELICIOUS!!!!
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Day 1:

Cough my 8 am flight without issue, after working 8p to 6a. Still going strong on 36 hours w/o sleep.
Smooth connection in Dallas.
Relieved to have my checked backs in baggage, this doesn't always happen.
Rental Car is horrendous, checked in at local hotel.
Spent some time visiting my Great Aunt, and Great Uncle.
Ate Prime Rib for dinner.
Reviewed, prepared for lectures tomorrow.
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Old 3 November 2016, 02:27 PM   #18
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That must have been a very unusual flight...coughed?? (rofl! Sorry, I am very happy for yet another GTG!)
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Another VERY special visit
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Good morning TRF. Coffee time!
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Wow! Lots of early risers!
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...time to share a special message to TRF!!!!!
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You all know that I REALLY like Mariatinto wine....

http://mariatinto.com/
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Meet Humberto Falcon. Co-founder and the mastermind behind Mariatinto...also responsible to make the unique blend year after year...
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A long time friend (and also an inspiration to me) gave me this...
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I am bringing this bottle for our El Paso GTG. A very special gift from Mariatinto to TRF!

Muchas gracias, Humberto!!!!
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Needless to say, Humberto is also a WIS. His daily beater, a red BlackBay!
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Very cool Gerardo! I hope you gents enjoy the wine. After seeing all of your posts with Mariatinto, that is one bottle of wine I would like to try one of these days. Have a great time!
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