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Old 18 September 2019, 11:36 AM   #1
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It has been quite a while since my last thread and I have been pretty much non-existent on this forum for the past four moths but I am glad to be back. Unfortunately just finalized a divorce of a 10 year marriage which was what kept me from being active here. End of an era but after it was all said an done my AD was nice enough to provide me something to cheer me up. On a plane now but will post a shot of my new incoming later on. Cheers.
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Old 18 September 2019, 11:37 AM   #2
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Sorry to hear bro... upwards and onwards
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Old 18 September 2019, 11:39 AM   #3
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Sorry to hear this. New beginnings ahead. Tc God bless.
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Old 18 September 2019, 11:39 AM   #4
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Sorry to hear bro... upwards and onwards
Thanks buddy. Upwards and onwards is the motto going forward.
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Old 18 September 2019, 11:40 AM   #5
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It must be hard times. It seems like you are moving on and glad you are getting back into something that makes you happy. Looking forward to pictures
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Old 18 September 2019, 11:41 AM   #6
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Old 18 September 2019, 11:43 AM   #7
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Omg, just went through the EXACT same thing. Treated myself to a 16600. Congrats on making it through and the incoming
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Old 18 September 2019, 11:43 AM   #8
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Glad the AD came through AFTER the divorce brother, otherwise your EX would have been wearing your Daytona!
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Old 18 September 2019, 11:44 AM   #9
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Glad the AD came through AFTER the divorce brother, otherwise your EX would have been wearing your Daytona!
Truer words never spoken....
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Old 18 September 2019, 12:38 PM   #10
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Nice consolation prize...


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Old 18 September 2019, 12:43 PM   #11
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Nice consolation prize...


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Old 18 September 2019, 12:44 PM   #12
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I'll say. Congrats on your new Daytona.
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Old 18 September 2019, 12:54 PM   #13
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The secret to happiness: letting the past go. Congrats and best of luck in your new adventure.
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Old 18 September 2019, 12:57 PM   #14
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The secret to happiness: letting the past go. Congrats and best of luck in your new adventure.
Exactly this

OP, Congratulations to you and enjoy it
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Old 18 September 2019, 01:06 PM   #15
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Congratulations, a very special watch.
Best wishes for the future and hope you can make a fresh start soon.
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Old 18 September 2019, 01:08 PM   #16
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Very nice but sorry to hear about the divorce. Been through one myself and they are a tough, tough thing to go through.
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Old 18 September 2019, 01:11 PM   #17
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Now that’s a nice cheer you up. Congrats!
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Old 18 September 2019, 01:21 PM   #18
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Congrats ! That black Daytona would make me forget about my Ex REAL quick :)
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Old 18 September 2019, 01:25 PM   #19
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Thanks all. I appreciate the sympathies but I don’t want this to be a sob story. New day, new watch, new outlook....
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Old 18 September 2019, 01:38 PM   #20
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Like they say, with every end comes a new beginning!


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Old 18 September 2019, 02:08 PM   #21
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Wow awesome AD!


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Old 18 September 2019, 03:12 PM   #22
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Sorry about the marriage. At least you got some money left over to afford a Rolex.

I know of some messy splits that have left both parties pretty much with nothing.
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Old 18 September 2019, 04:34 PM   #23
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You did well to walk away with Daytona , All I got the dog and the lawnmower
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Old 18 September 2019, 04:57 PM   #24
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The secret to happiness: letting the past go. Congrats and best of luck in your new adventure.


Congratulations on the Daytona and enjoy!
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Old 18 September 2019, 05:15 PM   #25
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Old 18 September 2019, 05:52 PM   #26
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Old 18 September 2019, 06:02 PM   #27
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Congratulations on your new watch. But, hearty congrats on your *freedom*! Nothing more satisfying than extracting yourself from a mentally unhealthy situation.

Personally, I've never had any intention of getting hitched and as such, can be a little cavalier about the institution. My parents 53 year marriage notwithstanding, far too many stories like yours soured me decades ago. Too many friends living in rooming houses after unsuccessful marriages after losing beautiful homes, cars, Art Collections, etc. Marriage is great for some and clearly, my opinion is my own but the financial ramifications and, usually the bad blood between the ex partners is not for me. When young children are affected negatively, it's even more tragic.

I sincerely hope you don't dwell excessively on the situation and look forward to the next chapter. The Daytona is a great start even though it's only a materialistic 'vain bijou'. (sp)
Sometimes even a small gift to oneself can put a smile on your face when looking into an uncertain future.

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Old 18 September 2019, 09:03 PM   #28
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Congrats & what a way to start a new chapter in your life.
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Old 18 September 2019, 09:04 PM   #29
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Old 18 September 2019, 09:06 PM   #30
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