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Old 15 November 2020, 03:06 AM   #1591
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Old 15 November 2020, 03:06 AM   #1592
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A signed one, great idea. I didn't even think about going straight to the source. Probably cutting out amazon fees and such. More to the author!


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Old 15 November 2020, 03:07 AM   #1593
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Yes, there are pics, as others have said it’s more than worth the time to read the entire thread. Epic.
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Old 15 November 2020, 03:07 AM   #1594
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Without reading all the pages, did the OP ever post the photos of his complete collection?
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Old 15 November 2020, 03:08 AM   #1595
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The thread went from troll accusations to adoration and tragedy. If it's too much for you to read it's unfortunate!
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Old 15 November 2020, 03:09 AM   #1596
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This is the best thread I've read on the Rolex Forums. There's a human with a story in here, and I think that is so often missed in the mass-consumerism that is also present on these boards. A post like this reminds me of watchuseek, and I'm so glad there are people with interesting tales still to be found here.

Thank you for all your sharing Steve!
Thank you so much!
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Old 15 November 2020, 03:10 AM   #1597
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Just finished this powerful narrative about loss and the expedition that is our life.

Highly recommend it.

The author is @toomuchtalk of course.




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Old 15 November 2020, 03:11 AM   #1598
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Just finished Steve's book. Very moving and informative of the tragedy that engulfed hlm and his journey out of despair. As cop414 mentioned, it rewards careful and thoughtful reading.
Also as said above, it is beautifully written and if I didn't know better would have said a professional ghost writer had been employed, obviously another career beckons as a writer in addition to his other talents.
All the best Steve.

PS. Would wholeheartedly recommend.
wow! Took three years to write! thanks
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Old 15 November 2020, 03:13 AM   #1599
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Thanks all

Cant believe the thread is still going!

Thank you all, and especially if you've read the book,
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Old 15 November 2020, 03:33 AM   #1600
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Nice thread, just read the whole thing, and interesting. Love seeing your compilations of the collection around a map. Then again, harder to find maps these days. Ordering the book.
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Old 15 November 2020, 06:11 AM   #1601
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thread is just as good 2nd time around..........thanks again
oh, and have the book but still haven't read it , doh

realize i've been in a non-reading (besides internet research type stuff) funk for a few years now
really do miss hunkering down with a good book, so hopefully this breaks the vicious cycle i've been in
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Old 15 November 2020, 08:07 AM   #1602
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thread is just as good 2nd time around..........thanks again
oh, and have the book but still haven't read it , doh

realize i've been in a non-reading (besides internet research type stuff) funk for a few years now
really do miss hunkering down with a good book, so hopefully this breaks the vicious cycle i've been in
It's funny you mentioned rereading the thread. I have been considering going back through the entire story again. It took me a while the first time, but it was worth it.

The book is also a great read. I recommend it to all.
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Old 15 November 2020, 01:23 PM   #1603
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Hi Steve,
Thanks but I already bought a copy on Amazon. I wish I wasn't so quick with the buy button .

I haven't had a chance to read it yet but will. I have to finish one I'm on and another I borrowed and I'm a slow reader who frequently puts books down for a week so I end up rereading a lot to understand where I am .


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Old 15 November 2020, 10:06 PM   #1604
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It's funny you mentioned rereading the thread. I have been considering going back through the entire story again. It took me a while the first time, but it was worth it.

The book is also a great read. I recommend it to all.
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Old 15 November 2020, 10:06 PM   #1605
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Thanks but I already bought a copy on Amazon. I wish I wasn't so quick with the buy button .

I haven't had a chance to read it yet but will. I have to finish one I'm on and another I borrowed and I'm a slow reader who frequently puts books down for a week so I end up rereading a lot to understand where I am .


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Old 15 November 2020, 10:07 PM   #1606
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thread is just as good 2nd time around..........thanks again
oh, and have the book but still haven't read it , doh

realize i've been in a non-reading (besides internet research type stuff) funk for a few years now
really do miss hunkering down with a good book, so hopefully this breaks the vicious cycle i've been in
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Old 15 November 2020, 10:07 PM   #1607
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Nice thread, just read the whole thing, and interesting. Love seeing your compilations of the collection around a map. Then again, harder to find maps these days. Ordering the book.
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Old 15 November 2020, 10:22 PM   #1608
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Old 17 November 2020, 09:09 AM   #1610
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Old 26 November 2020, 11:57 AM   #1611
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Old 26 November 2020, 12:05 PM   #1612
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Great shot. Here’s mine in real time.

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Old 13 December 2020, 07:43 AM   #1613
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Steve: just finished your book. I feel honored to know your story and journey and I learned a lot from it. It is an exceptional book.

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I just finished your book, Steve, today on New Year’s Day. I was honored to read it, took my time, and am grateful that you shared a piece of yours and Kathryn’s life with us. Having come upon this thread a few years ago for the first time, reading about your journey outside of watches was truly humbling.
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Old 2 January 2021, 10:41 AM   #1615
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Not sure how and why I missed this thread back in 2014, but what an epic read and life story! Thank you so much for sharing a bit of your passions and adventures with us.
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Old 2 January 2021, 11:21 AM   #1616
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Not sure how and why I missed this thread back in 2014, but what an epic read and life story! Thank you so much for sharing a bit of your passions and adventures with us.

Perhaps the best thread in TRF history! Wait til you read the book.


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Old 8 April 2021, 04:04 AM   #1619
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Steve: just finished your book. I feel honored to know your story and journey and I learned a lot from it. It is an exceptional book.

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I just finished your book, Steve, today on New Year’s Day. I was honored to read it, took my time, and am grateful that you shared a piece of yours and Kathryn’s life with us. Having come upon this thread a few years ago for the first time, reading about your journey outside of watches was truly humbling.
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