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|  Springtime Gracies Call 
			
			This is a warning order only!   The Rotters will convene in March to celebrate the Vernal Equinox. Odd orders of dress will be required as we worship our inanimate objects (mind you some of them do move) and pray to the gods of iron oxide, whilst imbibing liquid barley sandwiches. Options for meeting dates will be announced once the Principal Officers of the Rotter Nation come to an agreement. It would appear that our Guest of Honour will be from the deep south (Windsor, ON). Hopefully, he will bring his Rotter Hat. More to follow. 
				__________________ RHC Why is it that when you have the $$, you don't have the time, and when you have the time you don't have the $$? | 
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			Keep us posted, oh Great Rotter Laird of Ottawa. Toronto may attend as well.    
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|  Gracies 
			
			My Dance Card is empty..... Mike | 
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|  Spring has sprung; the grass is riz... I wonder where the birdies iz? 
			
			Gotta be before my 18 Apr departure for Kenya! Tue (teachin' scuba) and Thu (teachin' cadets) are out. Max flex otherwise! Will be passing thru the UK for the week of 30 May to 9 Jun... any good shows to go to? Any body?  Mike    
				__________________ Mike Calnan Ubique! ("Everywhere", the sole Battle Honour of the Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery) www.calnan.com/swords | 
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|   Quote: 
 Clive 
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|  Its a date, Big Boy! 
			
			Hi Clive: I could RV with you somewhere, "over there"- London, p'raps? I have considered popping over to France but the 60th was such a zoo I wasn't sure if I wanted to get stuck in the traffic, as it were. I will land at Heathrow on Fri, 29 May ay 0600 ish and depart on Mon, 9 Jun at 1030 ish. Between the two dates I intend to visit family and friends in the UK, hit several museums and try to take in a HMV show or two. Maybe we can pay Hanno and the George C Marshal museum a visit? I've wanted to see his Kangaroo for some time. Gotta do something memorable for my 50th BDay!  Mike    
				__________________ Mike Calnan Ubique! ("Everywhere", the sole Battle Honour of the Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery) www.calnan.com/swords | 
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			Gunner - "PM" Over
		 
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			Clive, PM sent ref Mike's address...
		 
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			Ref the Gracies Call, any possible dates yet, Oh Great One?
		 
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|  Gracies spring call Quote: 
 Primary Date: Friday 27 17:30 hrs at Grace O'Malley's on Olgilvy Road here in sunny Ottawa. To be confirmend this evening. Alternate Date: Friday 3 April (would have chosen the airforce birthday, but it is on a Wednesday this year). Let the crowing, whining, complaining and celebrating begin... 
				__________________ RHC Why is it that when you have the $$, you don't have the time, and when you have the time you don't have the $$? | 
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|  Friday 27 17:30 hrs at Grace O'Malley's on Olgilvy Road here in sunny Ottawa. Quote: 
 Rob.. Lets see if we can make this date happen..Lets have a show of hands..  At least t'umbs.. I'll book if we are in agreement..        
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|  Here's a Bouquet 
			
			I'm OK with the 27th.  I just have to check in with my designated driver - Guy?
		 
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|   Quote: 
 I prefer 27 March over 3 April for work duty reasons. For the same reasons, I won't be available the weekend of 3-5 Apr for any recovery projects you might have in mind. | 
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			Tentatively OK for the 27th, but as always subject to confirmation of course....   If this is the case, any chance of a place to crash that night? It's probably me only, have to leave the cats at home this time.   
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|  With a bow to Mike T of the Sr(?) Service: 
			
			27th, Aye!  Mike     
				__________________ Mike Calnan Ubique! ("Everywhere", the sole Battle Honour of the Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery) www.calnan.com/swords | 
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|  Inboard 
			
			27 is a go for me.... cheers myke | 
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			The 27th is good for me...... I have checked the roster and by pure chance, I am the duty driver for this date...... therefore...........all participants from the Hammond barn and area can reserve their ride..... Guy | 
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|  Flights booked incoming 27 Mar 09 
			
			Since there appeared to be quite a concensus I have already booked by flight to Ottawa....arriving early in the afternoon of 27 mar....see ya then cheers myke | 
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|  It's On 
			
			Alex,  Please book the venue - perhaps we can get the observation post we had last time.  Rotters! Email your friends and associates and extend an invite. Guy, I would be pleased to act as the Desiginated Drinker if you are up to carry out the duties of Designated Driver. See ya at Gracies! 
				__________________ RHC Why is it that when you have the $$, you don't have the time, and when you have the time you don't have the $$? | 
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|  Roger that.. Quote: 
 Will make the call.. Viewing screen required..??         
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|  screening Room 
			
			Alex,  May as well reserve the screen.  Maybe Gunner will show some candid snaps of blue assed baboons (no relation that I am aware of) and some rusty trucks. I like the way the locals scratch their heads when we show up at Gracies.
		 
				__________________ RHC Why is it that when you have the $$, you don't have the time, and when you have the time you don't have the $$? | 
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|  The count down...... Quote: 
 The count down has begun... Gracie's is booked and the usual spot reserved for the ROTters ... It is now Tuesday afternoon and I'm getting dryer by the minute... I would Imagine that Mike T should be on the road soon If he plans on showing up at Gracies on time for the parade at 17:00Hrs on Friday the 27th... Being a little early is excusable..being a minute late gets you in the digger...or that is the way it used to be... Bring any Vets with y'all as guests ...We all would enjoy their company... Welcome one and all that like the Rusty Old Trucks.. 17:00Hrs...2 bells on the first dog watch...or for you Rob...The big hand is on 12 and the little hand is on 5...in the afternoon...          
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|  Timekeeper Quote: 
 I got word from the missus - she will be coming along to Gracies with my Mark III. So, Alex, no eyebrow licking until she departs for home... Guy, if your offer still stands, I'll jump in with you for the ride home. 
				__________________ RHC Why is it that when you have the $$, you don't have the time, and when you have the time you don't have the $$? | 
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			Hi Rob, Unfortunatly I have to work. So I will not be there unless you guys get real rowdy and burn the place down. Cheers,  Greg 
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|  Not Part of the Plan! Quote: 
 Sorry that you can't make the meeting. We will volunteer you for something in absentia. I know we will all feel safer in the knowledge that you an your brethren stand on guard just in case things get too hot. Rest assured that we will not willingly see another Rotter establishment fall victim to the flame! Mind you, more than a few of our ilk will get lit up. 
				__________________ RHC Why is it that when you have the $$, you don't have the time, and when you have the time you don't have the $$? | 
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			Hey! If that's what it takes to get you there....
		 
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|  Clan Milne 
			
			Graeme will be away on the Queen's business but I shall drag along the young paratrooper and his brother. I took the liberty of sending the invite on to the Perth regiment types... cross pollination is good ya know! Slide show in preparation! Yoo be cue! Mike 
				__________________ Mike Calnan Ubique! ("Everywhere", the sole Battle Honour of the Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery) www.calnan.com/swords | 
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|  Fast approaching/// 
			
			Just want to keep the string on the board...Gracies thrash is fast approaching... A little over thirty hours and the hoard will be at the gate.. All kindred spirits welcome.. Bring a vet...share the fun and friendship.. Grace O'Mallys on Ogilvie Rd in Ottawa ....5:00PM Friday the 27th March..         
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			Alex,  Are you already there typing on your laptop or blackberry? | 
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