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Hi folks, (URL) are some photos from the Hobby Show, which happened this weekend at the International Center. The Hobby Show, while attended by ParLUGment and rtlToronto members, is an event for all Canadian builders. Originally organized by Allan (...) (19 years ago, 7-Nov-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.events, lugnet.loc.ca)
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(...) lmao on some of those captions. Especially your case sensitive sensitivity for deborah's. Nice touch! (...) Thanks Janey and Dave! And thanks to everyone else who showed up. It was great to meet those I hadn't met before, and seeing everyone (...) (19 years ago, 7-Nov-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hey Janey - What parts are these: (URL) can't find them them flipping through peeron. -Rob A> (19 years ago, 7-Nov-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) So is that graininess in the out of focus areas: (URL) or an artifact of your resizing application? -Rob A> (19 years ago, 7-Nov-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) They come from LEGO pens. (19 years ago, 7-Nov-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) LEGO Pez?! Derek (19 years ago, 7-Nov-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) This was a very tricky image to get and the result wasn't that great anyways. There's a few problems with shooting Lego at the Hobby Show: a) Low light b) Nowhere to stand or set a tripod as kids and people push you about. c) Some Lego reads (...) (19 years ago, 7-Nov-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I try... :) (...) I hope we can continue a regular yearly "BrickFest" type atmosphere--eg, you originally went for the models and exhibits but continue to return to say hi to old friends. Calum (19 years ago, 7-Nov-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Ya right... "real" lego people are way too smart to risk hanging with "us." Let it go Calum, just learn to accept that a chunk of the "community" don't like us. I've gone through the four stages(1), of this bit of knowledge, and am prepared to (...) (19 years ago, 7-Nov-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) LOL, yeah Derek, pez... Whatever. And yes, Rob, the dollhouse has some strange pieces... and Steve hit the nail on the head, those big blocks are pen bricks. The dollhouse is a collection of my weirdest parts and rarer colours. In fact, there (...) (19 years ago, 7-Nov-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Well, I _personally_ don't care of no one likes rtlToronto, but I don't want to be accused of being unsupportive of anyone else. Ah screw it... Calum (19 years ago, 7-Nov-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) So that means I'm either not a "real" LEGO people, or I'm just dumb? Is that what you're saying? ;) (...) At the risk of shattering your well-crafted image I have to say that I really enjoyed spending time with all of you this weekend. You are (...) (19 years ago, 7-Nov-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I totally agree. I think Janey summed it up best when she said, "this type of show, just not necessarily in this venue." Or something like that. But the point is that I think there is a definite need for a gathering in this area be it a public (...) (19 years ago, 7-Nov-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Yes, those were my exact words. (...) LOL, election??? Wow, I think I missed that moment... Why do I have a feeling it is one of those times where everyone stands in a line... and someone says "Anyone interested please step forward" and then (...) (19 years ago, 8-Nov-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) That's good. Because the only other Janey quote I could remember wasn't really ready for prime time. ;) (...) It was a secret ballot taken while you weren't there. But the guy from FormYourOwnUnion.com assures me that it is perfectly legit. (...) (19 years ago, 8-Nov-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) you dont count as "real" lego people.... you have a book. that makes you WAY SMARTER then me...... :) :) :) (...) if you say this again, im going to punch you. I work hard to come a cross as a dink and a AFOL (pronounced with a slur and lisp) (...) (19 years ago, 8-Nov-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) What's not to love about rtlT?? I mean, we are located at the centre of the universe (though, some of us are located a little south-west...) We do train shows, robot competitions and public display venues which we use to show our MOCs--we got (...) (19 years ago, 8-Nov-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Actually, what I am surprised NO ONE saw was the "red ghost" mini fig shroud you had hidden in the closet. Aren't those things rare? :) Chris (19 years ago, 8-Nov-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Shhhhh Chris, you arent supposed to tell anyone about that... crap I still owe Tilt 400 bucks. Janey "Glow in the Dark Brick" (19 years ago, 8-Nov-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) But if people know you're really nice people, then isn't it possible that the people you attract to the dinners would also be nice people? (...) You should get it. I spent enough time explaining it to you. ;) AB (19 years ago, 8-Nov-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) You work hard at it? Chris, not even the best actor in the world could make it look that natural. (...) No one wants you to lie. (...) Is that why you smashed it??? Is that one of those "If I can't have it, NO ONE can???" I'm willing to give (...) (19 years ago, 8-Nov-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"Calum Tsang" <tsangc@mie.utoronto.ca> wrote in message news:IpLFyr.4Jy@lugnet.com... ,snip> (...) try using a monopod, they are great for crowds, and give just enough stability for those tricky shots, and no one trips over them, well except for (...) (19 years ago, 8-Nov-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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