Yes, the medallion has been found, but there's still lots to talk about. Feel the need for more than virtual discussion? Then join the Re-Hash Bash, Sunday, Jan. 27, at noon at Merriam Park in St. Paul.
Marleyking
It must have felt good to be one of the few that actually figured it out! We weren't hunting (or together) yet.
There has to be more than one who knows...if for no other reason than if the one hunter were to suddenly die.
And why wouldn't they spend time out watching the hunt...if for no other reason to see how people are interpreting the clues.
I also think there's a security reason for spotters...and a certain insurance for the PP that once it's found, it shows up at the PP offices within a short time.
It does help make up for the times we were never in the right park.
The year it was at Kellogg, I was certain...absolutely certain it was at Harriet Island. Couldn't figure out what those fools "over there" were doing. At least we weren't totally alone. There were others at Harriet Island too.
The only time we were'nt in the right park (in the last 5 yrs we've been digging) was at Newell. We just didn't want to believe it was there! We put a shovel in a few other parks, but didn't really get to dig much and Boom it was found. It was so disappointing, like getting all dressed up with no where to go.
Whether you find the coin or not , it sure feels good to atleast be in the right park!
It's bound to happen. You get your theories and go with those. It's happened to us....it will to just about anyone who hunts long enough.
That's why I'm always happy when I get to the right park. The finding by someone else is always a disappointment, but it's not nearly as bad as if you were in the wrong park shoveling snow totally off course.
The year it was at Conway, we were first at Newell with the tree that looked like a 4, then at the Capital Mall...I was sure that was where I was to get my chance to revisit the earmuffs thing...and then finally to Conway.
We were in the right area and the right park. Pretty good considering we were truly unsure of that park at first.
And it also helps to look at the hunt as a long range thing, the goal is to find the puck, but we have years (knock on wood) to accomplish that goal. No year searching is ever a wasted year just because you didn't find it (or even if you find it and put it back:). There are other things to gain (like good times and good friends) and it adds to your knowledge and techniques. A process of perfection so to speak.
And this forum sure has added to the gain of good friends! It's nice that we're all gathering early here to shoot the breeze and just get into the getting to know each other mode.
I truly believe the length of time that one hunts makes a difference to how one sees the end of each hunt.
The friendships and passion for the hunt can last a lifetime. Each hunt has a definate beginning, middle and end...and they're all different.
A good example of the friendship thing occurred today as a matter of fact.
We spent today with someone we met because we hunt...even though this person doesn't hunt. We've found many other things though that we enjoy about each others company.
She knew we were hunt-o-holics...so as part of the plan for the day, she created her own hunt for us!
It is/was very sweet. It's certainly a wonderful way to show love for someone to go out of your way to do something related to a passion that other person is interested in.
Medallion2K2 - I can't believe after all this country has been through this past year, that somehow a thing like a hunt board can get so many folks all with their undies in a bunch. This is supposed to be fun! I plan to ignore the nonsense.
I don't doubt that medallion fever will die out. I know I was interested in it as a child, but my parents never took me out for it. With Cherokee, I remembered about it, was old enough to venture out on my own, and have become hooked. Look forward to sharing the fun with my girlfriend, who hopefully in turn will be my wife, and together we'll have children to hopefully share the experience with years from now....
TMK - I think you're definately hooked on the girl and the hunt. I truly wish for you a long life together with your beloved...and a life long passion for the hunt.
Thanks Terry. I think once people get hooked on the hunt, it's with them for life. Look forward to it growing, as well as my relationship with my girlfriend. But I'll be quiet now about that, lest Scribe or Tim or Ares have some comment ;)
Oh, Terry- Marley wanted me to ask you something. He is planning on making some bumper stickers to hand out and was wondering if there is an image we could use, or should he use an image on coolercrew site, or he could make his own? What do you think?
ThoseMedallingKids - Just remember this...no matter what anyone else says, if you know in your heart of hearts that she's the right one, go with your heart. You can't lose.
A relationship takes work...lots of it...but the work is worth it if you can spend your life with your soulmate.
Oh I know Terry. The others can give me all sorts of grief about point systems or making quilts, but that doesn't matter. I know I've found my own medallion of sorts, and that makes me so very happy. And that's all that counts.
It was just a lapse. Things ebb and flow and during those ebb times, you think...wrong of course...that you can overcome the fever. It's just a matter of time before the disease rises up again and puts you in your right mind again.
Just go into it with an open mind. Keep the mind open to possibilities and you'll enjoy the events - whatever they turn out to be. If you have preconceived ideas, you may end up disappointed about those ideas and miss some other really cooler stuff.
Rivraft - Keep the lights on low...check the coffee pot...make sure there's some other beverages available for non coffee drinkers...and dream sweet medallion dreams. It's only a week away!
Some late night ramblings and what I suppose mught be considered a guide to posting ettiquette.
I never do Joes myself because I have no desire to pay any sort of homage to Joe Medallion. In fact I've always been sort of puzzled by the practice. Anytime someone asks why it's done, Joe's name and legend lives on when it's really probably best forgotten. Not that one can't call attention to having the post that marks a major milestone, but I suppose I'd call it something else.
As for off topic posts, sometimes some things come up in conversation. For example my job hunt comes up as the explanation of why I should have a lot of time for hunting, and sometimes the conversation will stray even further off topic from there. And I think that sort of thing is fine as it builds the community. But what I think some people are objecting to are posts that start off as off topic to begin with. If someone were to just come in and started posting about what they had done that day, I can see where other people, who come here to read about the treasure hunt, would feel like, "Why are you telling me this?" It's kind of a subtle difference, but there is a difference between coming here to chat about the treasure hunt and getting on other topics and coming here to chat about other stuff and ignoring the subject at hand. One of the rules for public speaking is "Consider your audience." So I wouldn't assume that people who come here to discuss the treasure hunt will necessarily want to hear about other things unless someone gives you an indication that they do.
Also, from past experiences, I think people tend to be a bit leery of anyone who uses a lot of posts to simply talk to themselves.
So anyway, I don't mean to come down on anyone, but since the subject was brought up, these are things people can consider if they don't wish to generate any ill will from those who read their posts. The basic rule is to ask yourself if what you're posting is simply because it's what you want to say, or is it because you think it's what someone wants to hear? While normally it might be hard to judge such a thing, a safe guideline is that since people are here for the treasure hunt, discussing something related to that is a post of interest. Discussing anything else, unless someone has already asked about that topic, is probably not of interest to the group.
It must have felt good to be one of the few that actually figured it out! We weren't hunting (or together) yet.
Exactly!
There has to be more than one who knows...if for no other reason than if the one hunter were to suddenly die.
And why wouldn't they spend time out watching the hunt...if for no other reason to see how people are interpreting the clues.
I also think there's a security reason for spotters...and a certain insurance for the PP that once it's found, it shows up at the PP offices within a short time.
Exactlly!
It does help make up for the times we were never in the right park.
The year it was at Kellogg, I was certain...absolutely certain it was at Harriet Island. Couldn't figure out what those fools "over there" were doing. At least we weren't totally alone. There were others at Harriet Island too.
Marley and Kal - I like how you think!
The only time we were'nt in the right park (in the last 5 yrs we've been digging) was at Newell. We just didn't want to believe it was there! We put a shovel in a few other parks, but didn't really get to dig much and Boom it was found. It was so disappointing, like getting all dressed up with no where to go.
Whether you find the coin or not , it sure feels good to atleast be in the right park!
Ooooo! Before I forget, I did see Santa Dave today and mentioned that someone here was wondering where he was. He said he'd check it out.
It's bound to happen. You get your theories and go with those. It's happened to us....it will to just about anyone who hunts long enough.
That's why I'm always happy when I get to the right park. The finding by someone else is always a disappointment, but it's not nearly as bad as if you were in the wrong park shoveling snow totally off course.
The year it was at Conway, we were first at Newell with the tree that looked like a 4, then at the Capital Mall...I was sure that was where I was to get my chance to revisit the earmuffs thing...and then finally to Conway.
We were in the right area and the right park. Pretty good considering we were truly unsure of that park at first.
Right!
And it also helps to look at the hunt as a long range thing, the goal is to find the puck, but we have years (knock on wood) to accomplish that goal. No year searching is ever a wasted year just because you didn't find it (or even if you find it and put it back:). There are other things to gain (like good times and good friends) and it adds to your knowledge and techniques. A process of perfection so to speak.
Exactly!
And this forum sure has added to the gain of good friends! It's nice that we're all gathering early here to shoot the breeze and just get into the getting to know each other mode.
I truly believe the length of time that one hunts makes a difference to how one sees the end of each hunt.
The friendships and passion for the hunt can last a lifetime. Each hunt has a definate beginning, middle and end...and they're all different.
See- I was right.You really are O' Wize One! :)
A good example of the friendship thing occurred today as a matter of fact.
We spent today with someone we met because we hunt...even though this person doesn't hunt. We've found many other things though that we enjoy about each others company.
She knew we were hunt-o-holics...so as part of the plan for the day, she created her own hunt for us!
That is way too funny! Thanks!
Good solid stuff you two, some great info. A nice change from earlier in the day
Sweet! I did that for Marley last year before the hunt, he loved it and it was such fun!
It is/was very sweet. It's certainly a wonderful way to show love for someone to go out of your way to do something related to a passion that other person is interested in.
Medallion2K2 - I can't believe after all this country has been through this past year, that somehow a thing like a hunt board can get so many folks all with their undies in a bunch. This is supposed to be fun! I plan to ignore the nonsense.
Last year, meeting people at the pre-dig gig and the re-hash bash really cemented our addiction. :)
I love that folks get addicted to this...it means that this tradition will continue! Long live Medallion Fever!!!!
Alright!
Marley says- no matter where he lived in the world he'd fly back for these twelve days every year! How could he miss this?
See what I've created? I've almost got him talked into moving to StPaul (from Mpls), but he said it has to be on a park. LOL
I don't doubt that medallion fever will die out. I know I was interested in it as a child, but my parents never took me out for it. With Cherokee, I remembered about it, was old enough to venture out on my own, and have become hooked. Look forward to sharing the fun with my girlfriend, who hopefully in turn will be my wife, and together we'll have children to hopefully share the experience with years from now....
I love it! We have lived in St. Paul all our married life. I have actually lived here all of mine...Inks grew up in rural Minnesota.
We live in the center of the city so it's more convenient to all the St. Paul parks.
TMK - I think you're definately hooked on the girl and the hunt. I truly wish for you a long life together with your beloved...and a life long passion for the hunt.
Thanks Terry. I think once people get hooked on the hunt, it's with them for life. Look forward to it growing, as well as my relationship with my girlfriend. But I'll be quiet now about that, lest Scribe or Tim or Ares have some comment ;)
Just make sure you get your priorities straight, medallion one, spouse two.
Oh, Terry- Marley wanted me to ask you something. He is planning on making some bumper stickers to hand out and was wondering if there is an image we could use, or should he use an image on coolercrew site, or he could make his own? What do you think?
I think he could use whatever he'd like. I think it's a way cooler idea!
You might want to check with Greg Sax about using the Cooler Crew logo thingy...but I can't imagine it would be a problem.
Good Morning Night Owls
HiYa Riv
Thanx Ter, I'll let him know.
ThoseMedallingKids - Just remember this...no matter what anyone else says, if you know in your heart of hearts that she's the right one, go with your heart. You can't lose.
A relationship takes work...lots of it...but the work is worth it if you can spend your life with your soulmate.
Good Morning to you too, Rivraft!
Oh I know Terry. The others can give me all sorts of grief about point systems or making quilts, but that doesn't matter. I know I've found my own medallion of sorts, and that makes me so very happy. And that's all that counts.
More power to you, ThoseMedallingKids!!!
Hi, Can you believe this, i was thinking of giving up on the Med. hunt ? The past few years have sucked, but here i am again.
Of course! There is no giving it up!! There is no 12 step program for Medallion Fever. It's with you for life!
I know, what in the world was i thinking.
It was just a lapse. Things ebb and flow and during those ebb times, you think...wrong of course...that you can overcome the fever. It's just a matter of time before the disease rises up again and puts you in your right mind again.
I sure hope this years hunt is at least eventful.
Just go into it with an open mind. Keep the mind open to possibilities and you'll enjoy the events - whatever they turn out to be. If you have preconceived ideas, you may end up disappointed about those ideas and miss some other really cooler stuff.
Lol, you're too funny Ter!
Well, I'm going to say goodnight so maybe I can get up and go take pictures with Marley.
Nite Riv and O Wize one! SCD'S
Yeah right! She'll never get up in time- M
Night Marley
Goodnight Kal and Marley! SCDs to both of you!
I should hit the sheets here too. I have things to get done here tomorrow in preparation of being in my totally right mind by next weekend.
Right, open mind and low expectations !
Rivraft - Keep the lights on low...check the coffee pot...make sure there's some other beverages available for non coffee drinkers...and dream sweet medallion dreams. It's only a week away!
Night Terry
Not low expectations....no expectations. That way no matter what you'll enjoy the happenings.
Goodnight! SCDs to you and coolerheads everywhere!
Some late night ramblings and what I suppose mught be considered a guide to posting ettiquette.
I never do Joes myself because I have no desire to pay any sort of homage to Joe Medallion. In fact I've always been sort of puzzled by the practice. Anytime someone asks why it's done, Joe's name and legend lives on when it's really probably best forgotten. Not that one can't call attention to having the post that marks a major milestone, but I suppose I'd call it something else.
As for off topic posts, sometimes some things come up in conversation. For example my job hunt comes up as the explanation of why I should have a lot of time for hunting, and sometimes the conversation will stray even further off topic from there. And I think that sort of thing is fine as it builds the community. But what I think some people are objecting to are posts that start off as off topic to begin with. If someone were to just come in and started posting about what they had done that day, I can see where other people, who come here to read about the treasure hunt, would feel like, "Why are you telling me this?" It's kind of a subtle difference, but there is a difference between coming here to chat about the treasure hunt and getting on other topics and coming here to chat about other stuff and ignoring the subject at hand. One of the rules for public speaking is "Consider your audience." So I wouldn't assume that people who come here to discuss the treasure hunt will necessarily want to hear about other things unless someone gives you an indication that they do.
Also, from past experiences, I think people tend to be a bit leery of anyone who uses a lot of posts to simply talk to themselves.
So anyway, I don't mean to come down on anyone, but since the subject was brought up, these are things people can consider if they don't wish to generate any ill will from those who read their posts. The basic rule is to ask yourself if what you're posting is simply because it's what you want to say, or is it because you think it's what someone wants to hear? While normally it might be hard to judge such a thing, a safe guideline is that since people are here for the treasure hunt, discussing something related to that is a post of interest. Discussing anything else, unless someone has already asked about that topic, is probably not of interest to the group.
Allison scores again !
Buenas Dias, Amigos and Amigo-ettes !