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Ralph Hempel wrote:
> > > People, it is time to unite all the Adult Fans of LEGO from around the
> > > globe and persuade or force TLG to take action that will benefit them
> > > and us.
>
> <snipped a lot of (in my opinion) blather>
>
> I disagree. The LEGO Group is a very large company that has the intertia
> of a supertanker. In other words, even if they magically got all of the best
> designs from the community and decided to make them real kits, we
> would not see them for a couple of years.
On the other hand, specialized parts available directly from the company would
require only logistical shifts--but then again, an inertia-laden Corporation
might find logistical shifts impossible.
> As an AFOL, I would rather spend time building with my kids or posting
> new creations on my website than complaining. 9 out of 10 apiarists
> agree, it's easier to catch bees with honey than vinegar.
I'm impressed. I think this is the first time that apiary terms have begun to
appear in LUGNET. :)
But I'm of the same mold (no pun intended). If we can get parts, well, set
constructions are pointless. But I still like the *direction* sets are starting
to take--especially the SW series.
LFb.
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