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Waquoit Mass

wayne hackney was the original showman, with his orange tuxedo at topsfield. but does it seem that the goofiness has come to a all time high lately .haloween masks and any type of attention that some growers can get seems to be the norm.maybe im a old fart but it used to be about growin big pumpkins friends and havin some fun, but it seems to be a bit of a side show lately. every body can chime in and tell me to shut up or if they agree hamr

3/16/2008 10:05:15 AM

Trumbull, CT 06611, USA

Dave...why dont you where a Yankee or Giants jersey at the next wayoff and show your true colors!!!

3/16/2008 10:26:15 AM

Trumbull, CT 06611, USA

weighoff.....wow, I cant spell

3/16/2008 10:26:43 AM

Waquoit Mass

ray try to get in the moment and not live in the past lol

3/16/2008 10:37:57 AM

Long Island

AT THIS MOMENT THE GIANTS ARE THE WORLD CHAMPS. The patriots are first losers. Tomorrow---probably the same thing as yesterday......

3/16/2008 11:09:30 AM

Waquoit Mass

lets try to stick to the topic ladies

3/16/2008 11:24:54 AM

Long Island

Lets see....hmmm....."pumpkins, friends, and having some fun".....while I can't speak for Ray, I think he grows pumpkins...I KNOW I'm having some fun,...and Ray is my friend as is Dave....so I think its very much on topic. Besides--YOU started the the at least once a week sideshow with Patriot updates and the NE "sideshow"...lol. So---I'm chiming in (as your post recommends (lol)..as I will with weekly updates for oh, say almost another year or so???? so, lol, I suggest you get comfy and get used to it Dave....LOL....your friend Glenn........

3/16/2008 11:34:01 AM

Waquoit Mass

i dont have a problem talkin smack about football or any sport for that matter, but my post were in non related to pumpkins so i guess the point is anyone else with a intelligent comment lol hamr

3/16/2008 11:37:48 AM

Pinedale, WY

I agree with Dave, we don't need to look like circus freaks, it wont help the sport. People already think we are nuts, we don't need to look like them.

3/16/2008 11:39:33 AM

Adams County

I think were still living in America, free to live and choose as we feel.

3/16/2008 11:54:17 AM

West By God Virginia

I think some of the outfits are a little crazy, but aren't we a little off for being addicted to growing pumpkins anyway? Some of the excessive craziness in peoples diaries, costumes at weigh offs, cross dressing, etc. is a bit over the top, but we are all idividuals. Like Pink Floyd said "Shine on you crazy diamond!"
BTW Dave Pink Floyd was a rock band from the 60's. In case you hadn't heard of them. In case you haven't strayed from your Victrola blaring Glenn Miller tunes! LOL

3/16/2008 11:58:50 AM

Waquoit Mass

im 55 doug so im there with ya but a hard core hillbilly music fan now d

3/16/2008 12:02:58 PM

Waquoit Mass

crossdressing its worst than i thought lol

3/16/2008 12:23:08 PM

Sort of Sunny Sometimes, WA

If a grower feels the need to dress up at a weigh-off what's the big deal? As far as I know, there are no weigh-offs that require costumes. Growing giant pumpkins is an eccentric sport/hobby which attracts eccentric people. Then again, there are those of us (y'know, like me) who take things way too seriously.

3/16/2008 12:32:18 PM

Coventry R.I.

wow,,, ray and glenn are still at it dave,,, yankees,,,i needed a good laugh,,,, its been a long winter,,,lol

3/16/2008 12:53:59 PM

Waquoit Mass

is that glenn from ny frank, what happened to lipumpkin lol

3/16/2008 1:01:41 PM

Trumbull, CT 06611, USA

Frank....how many starters you guys down? Maybe that could be your excuse this year....lmao

3/16/2008 1:06:31 PM

Minnesota([email protected])

I've been to three different MN weighoffs. I didn't notice any pumpkin growers dressed in costumes.....maybe it's a regional thing.

3/16/2008 1:30:45 PM

Mill Bay, British Columbia

Big Dave...what are you referring to specifically? Were there some wacky people in Niagara that got under your skin or are you just being a bit grumpy?

If it would make you feel better, why not just name the "some growers" that you refer to that irritate you in particular.

3/16/2008 2:25:28 PM

Waquoit Mass

didnt make the niagra trip, and this wasnt intended to be an attack on anyone in particular. just a general observation over the past few years.also have had some comments and conversations with other growers lol

3/16/2008 2:50:07 PM

New Castle, Pa.

Life can get way too tough at times. We need laughter and smiles to get through these times. These people want to share their joy for life and put a smile on our face,more power to them! It would be a sad world without them.

Send in the clowns!

3/16/2008 7:47:54 PM

[email protected]

Well said Old Hickory.

3/16/2008 8:07:01 PM

[email protected]

Dave we grow freaks of Nature, that alone puts in the headlights, We grow em, carve em, boat in them smash cars with them, so really we're only dressing for the occasion, I think it all fits. Now when somebody starts getting tattoo's on there arms of pumpkins and squash, then you should bring out the straight jacket or the the moonshine.
Remember the the say you are whar you eat, but also you are what you grow.
Eddy

3/16/2008 8:14:48 PM

[email protected]

OK forgot to proof read again, I think you can figure it out

3/16/2008 8:16:03 PM

Grants Pass, Oregon

Now Iceman I dont have a tattoo on my arm, but I do have a pumpkin on my ankle, does that make me ready for the looneybin?

3/16/2008 9:02:38 PM

Menomonie, WI ([email protected])

Cary if you have to ask....then you are still ok in my book. I mean really pumpkin tatto's...lol

3/16/2008 9:36:11 PM

Menomonie, WI ([email protected])

Dave this is coming from a guy that wears overalls all the time?

3/16/2008 9:40:36 PM

Minnesota

I don't think it matters, you could where a tux, halloween costume with blood spewing down your face, I know it would'nt help me. Soon as there is proof it makes a difference I will be out there with my favorite duds on or halloween costume,,,I'm thinking up some duzy of names for my pumpkins this year.

3/16/2008 10:04:54 PM

Ohio

there was a couple of these type guys at Niagara that made alot of people laugh that enjoyed to have them around, I know I did. Believe it or not they are normal people that just like to have a little fun.

3/17/2008 5:11:31 AM

Rhode Island

dave needs a hug.

3/17/2008 6:31:32 AM

Waquoit Mass

missed my hugs on the midnite patch tour this year pap lol

3/17/2008 9:35:11 AM

Berlin,mi.([email protected])

LOL @ Eddy.

http://www.bigpumpkins.com/Diary/DiaryViewOne.asp?eid=76069
I wonder who would have a pumpkin tatto on their arm.

3/17/2008 10:25:02 AM

Western Pa.

I've been planning on getting a AG tattoo for about 8 years now. It was going to be of my fist official pumpkin over 800#! (Only reason I didn't is because my 809.5# was ugly and greenish creme!) I decided the tat would wait till my first 1000#er,(haven't had to worry about THAT lately)! We must all understand Dave is a former cop and may still have some hidden "issues"! And yes, Dave, we're BOTH old farts! Way to go Eddy!!!!

kilr

3/17/2008 1:57:03 PM

Waquoit Mass

guess im an old school type of guy.you know "olde time hockey AHYE" howard dill, hugh wiberg , john castelucci and even dick"pap" wallace. ill try not to be too old of a fart lol

3/17/2008 2:15:57 PM