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Eastern Pennsylvania

Please tell us who these people are so that we can be sure not to associate with them anymore. Sorry to hear that world record pumpkin = world record amount of BS sorry that you have to deal with that.

10/24/2010 1:17:38 AM

I agree. That quote is just plain mean and anyone who has spent time with Nick or Christy or Christy's parents know that they are some of the nicest people ever. So I say "dislike" to whoever wrote that.

10/24/2010 1:59:48 AM

3 acre corner in Whittaker,Mi USA ([email protected])

Yea Christy...sorry bout all the crap you had to go through. You and Nick have earned everything you have ever accomplished and it couldn't have happened to a nicer couple. As for these jerks emailing you with nothing but crap I say this...give em my email and tell them I'm your publicity manager and I'll "take them out behind the pumpkin patch!" And give them the attitude adjustment that they have coming!! God Bless :) Erik

10/24/2010 2:13:09 AM

West Sacramento Ca.

christy,i wrote you a answer as well but my wife said i should stay out of it cause i didnt know you.i want you to know that not all pumkin growers are jerks and i am sure you did the best you could.scott

10/24/2010 2:18:46 AM

Boise City, Oklahoma, USA

Christy, you're a class act. Don't forget that.

Deb Rebel
Oklahoma Grower of the 689.5 Rebel 09

10/24/2010 2:44:51 AM

Enumclaw, Washington

Hang in there Kid. You earned and received a WR. Everybody wants it but only one gets at a time whether it's for a day, year or five years. No tears or mental anguish for jerks and lifes losers. They surround us.
40,000 TB's born every year but only one wins the Kentucky Derby.
Pumpkins =Seed, soil, sun, luck.
KD winner = genetics, food from the soil, good weather on race day, and maybe a little luck.
You did it, you won, and you did it with class.
The Black Diamond bakery misses you. I get to go there when your here.

10/24/2010 3:06:07 AM

Pemberton, BC

Holy crap!! At first I couldn't figure out what this post was about then I saw Christys diary. C'mon people there just pumpkins.

Real sorry Christy and Nick that what should have been one of the most memorable and satisfying years of your life with a new baby and a WR pumpkin in the same year was a bit of a disaster in some respects. Be proud of what you acomplished in the patch and even prouder what your going to acomplish as a family, and I hope one day you can remember only the good parts of being the Pumpkin Queen for a year.
Cheers,
Chad

10/24/2010 3:06:24 AM

valparaiso, in

That is bogus. Not what this hobby is about.

10/24/2010 3:45:42 AM

Www.extremepumpkinstore.com

Christy,
As you've learned this year...there are ignorant people all over. These people will never be happy. Dont let these people take the fun out of what we do. Just keep smiling and look at the facts...
You grew a WR and they didnt...

10/24/2010 5:49:28 AM

Minneapolis, Mn

Christy,

Feel like I know you from reading your diary, and just looked at your photo gallery of you and Nick in 2002.
I know you are from good stock and would never do so....but I wish you'd tell us a couple names so we can root them out....they should not get away with jealous, petty behavior like this. We are all in this for fun, and to play in the soil....

We all give you and your family our best.

David Smith
Scottsdale, AZ

10/24/2010 5:50:50 AM

Honesdale, Pennsylvania

Off with their heads. Lets post some names and have a world wide internet "stoning".

10/24/2010 8:12:58 AM

Rhode Island

anyone who ever met christy or nick knows that they are edcuated,quality people.
if i could have offered then any advise early on i would have told christy and nick to let the crap roll off and be done with it.pay it no mind.
the more you talk about these idiots that hide behind a computer and feel they have the right to say anything they wish, the more you feed into them.

after all thats all they are looking for is attention.

as i said earlier. christy and nick are very fine young people who deserve to be treated with the same respect they have shown others on this site

pap

10/24/2010 8:15:06 AM

Cedar Lake, IN.

10% of the people are down right no good.I've been dealing with the public for 25 years. In the beginning it was hard.I didn't know people could be this way.Oh I know how to handle them now. I did'nt let them destroy the love I have for the other 90%.
Pap is right they aren't worth the time of day.

10/24/2010 8:31:23 AM

Columbus,ohio

People enjoy hiding behind their computer screens. You broke the record last year and therefor deserved it. People are just jelous.

10/24/2010 9:12:35 AM

Massillon, Ohio

Thanks everyone; "delete and forget" is what I always tell myself but some nights unfortunately I lie awake and cant "forget", like last night. I really do hope and pray that Chris can enjoy the ride and the jerks stay far far away from his mailbox and inbox. It was more smiles than tears afterall, sometimes it is just harder than others!

10/24/2010 9:20:03 AM

Ohio

Christy, anybody that can take the boloney that you have taken this past year is just first class. You have held your head high and should be proud of it. Those comments to you are just ignorante. For those who don't know Nick and Christy, they are one of the most nicest couples you would want to meet. End of story.

10/24/2010 9:29:19 AM

ordinary,VA

Christy, the ignorance of a few people never fails to astonish me..who ever wrote the letter to you should get the "green eyed monster jacket"..just because his or hers lack of grower skills has kept this individual from growing a world record pumpkin he or she shouldn't let their incompetence consume them to the point of envy.

chin up Christy you will always be the first person to grow a pumpkin over 1700lbs and a world record pumpkin holder.

one record you will never have by the way is the rudest Gemini,that record belongs to me :)

10/24/2010 9:32:57 AM

The bottom of New Jersey

Wow, that is just horrible. I will never understand how some people can operate that way. I hope you are at least keeping a list of those people so that it can be quietly distributed amongst the heavy hitters so those people get what they deserve - NOTHING! Either way, they will what they deserve, what goes around comes around.......

10/24/2010 9:34:08 AM

Sharon Springs New York

Wow, people can really be petty. I have never and will never grow a giant pumpkin because I do not have the dedication to do it, and am all the more impressed with all you folks who do. That's why I read all your journals. What a fantastic group of people you all seem to be, what a lot of camaraderie goes with the territory. Christy, you belong to a wonderful, fun-loving bunch, and those jerks that maligned you are just jealous!

As for luck, well I'm sure everyone on here will agree that all hard work, vast amounts of money spent, and time beyond measure, amount to nothing without luck. So to say you were just lucky is an understatement!

Remember your year with pride, you are still and always will be my pumpkin hero!

10/24/2010 9:52:14 AM

New York

"Jealousy is the best form of flattery."

10/24/2010 9:59:50 AM

Albert County, New Brunswick,CANADA

I wanted to say some words of support a few times but said to myself that there must be lots of good words to go around without mine. So anyways Christy,if you are reading this,I wanted to say that even though I have never met you,I was pleased to see such a nice lady win the title with just plain old hard work and smarts. I also wanted to email you to tell you that your image is being used to sell giant pumpkin seeds on ebay,but you probably knew that. I would bet those people don't care about your feelings.Take care of yourself....pete pumpkin-eater.

10/24/2010 10:06:05 AM

Upa Creek, MO

It is lonely up top and there will always be haters. My hats off to you and Nick.

10/24/2010 10:09:21 AM

Redmond, Washington; U.S.A.

Can't forget how cool it was to meet you and Nick and your fam. at niagara. It was an honor to go out to pizza at your favorite place there. Thank you. Got to meet a bunch of new grower friends. The Orange jacket could not have gone to a nicer person. Heck of an acomplishment. And you and Nick are both excellent growers and quality friends. Both of you have really bright futures ahead of you.

10/24/2010 10:15:24 AM

anytown U.S,A,

Christy you will never be able to please everyone so don't let this bother you. You earned it and don't let anyone ever take that away.

10/24/2010 10:25:33 AM

Massillon, Ohio

Christy, When your pumpkin hit the scale last fall, it was an incredibly exciting moment. The making of a champion....after months of hard work. This pumpkin community loves and respects you....Glenna

10/24/2010 10:38:22 AM

France

+1 With Nana Rea :-)
Christy, forget them, we love you !

10/24/2010 11:00:33 AM

Bristol R.I. USA

I read your diary and I must say that the person who did that lacks any moral fiber and has little people skills. I've met some really great people in this hobby and I've met some really asinine ignorant people. Plenty of jerks out there. I personally would out the person that wrote that nasty gram. Their behavior is uncalled for. If I ever grow a world record and some idiot writes me an e-mail message like that, all I have to say is watch out....Sorry that growing that pumpkin was bittersweet. it's a drag because 6 months out of the year is spent on growing these things and after all the trial and problems during the year just getting a pumpkin to a weigh off is hard enough. Having someone take away the pride of reaching a milestone in this hobby is so typical of people's inability to be happy for someone's else's accomplishment..Never mind somebody stealing the joy out of growing a world record...

10/24/2010 11:33:18 AM

South Bloomfield, Ohio

I could tell you and Nick were of fine stock the moment I met the two of you. Young people of your quality who worked so hard DESERVED that world record. Don't forget it.

Cherish that experience and learn from this one. There are some very petty and hutful people in this world and you just ran into one. Consider it a life experience.

10/24/2010 11:51:36 AM

Mill Bay, British Columbia

Christy & Nick, the fact is years from now when Blaine is a little older, you will hear him proudly say;

"My Mom and Dad set the world record for biggest pumpkin in 2009"

Nobody can take that away from you, I'm proud of you too!!

Glenn

10/24/2010 12:10:02 PM

Bloomington, IN

Screw those negative nellies.

10/24/2010 12:16:35 PM

Cheshire,Ma

I think the success and fame of giant pumpkins over the last few years has brought out some nastines in people.Don't know if it's from jealously or someone who just doesn't like to see when someone is acknowledged for their success. We have seen letters sent around last year trying to explain unfair advantages. Christy has seen her share of comments either from mail or email. I'm sure others have been exposed to this also. As so sport grows and the awards and prize money grows I hope the negative comments do not grow also. Because you can talk to someone who has grown an 1800 lber or 100 lber and you'll find you have a lot in common and they are just average everyday good people.

10/24/2010 12:21:12 PM

canal winchester ohio

There's buttheads everywhere Christy & the mere fact it has affected you so much just goes to show how nice & compassionate of a person you are. A hardened mean spirited person would laugh it off, someone who honestly wants to be a helpful giving person takes it to heart.
Folks are much meaner in a e-mail than they would ever be in person.

10/24/2010 12:28:51 PM

Leerdam, The Netherlands

unbelievable,

These people must have problems with themselves!!!

Iwan,

ps you deserved it

10/24/2010 12:40:10 PM

Ontario

No one deserves the crap you have dealt with Christy...you have been nothing but a gracious WR holder and no one will ever take that away from you.....

I can't even imagine how hard it has been to try and ignore the idiots who have contacted you with such disrespect, but you have and are obviously a very strong person!! I wish the best for you, Nick and Blaine as you move forward and put this bs behind you....

10/24/2010 1:14:01 PM

Knopp, Germany

Christy, you know that there are people all over the world that appreciate what you have accomplished.

Most of us dogged you for seeds, some of us said congrats and asked for a seed, and then some of us just said congrats, we don't want a seed we are just proud to know you, you deserved it.

best wishes, and sleep better.

owen

10/24/2010 2:04:10 PM

Long Island,New York

Christy you have always been a breath of fresh air in the hobby- don't let a moron ruin it. That said, perhaps a filtering system should be recommended for anyone in that situation. Take Chris' situation for example. As a method of filtering dump all requests in a box as they come in- have that box opened and sorted by someone (wife, club rep, friend who's relatively uninvolved yet aware of the deal) to remove the trash that makes it an unpleasant experience. Then pass on the bubbles/whatever to chris so he can deal with the championship w/o the moron effect. Responses like the one Christy just explained need not make it to the top!

10/24/2010 2:51:46 PM

Joliet, IL

hey girl, remember how much fun we had last last year emailing with jason traylor all season...those were some SWEET memories!!! and that day when you were the first to crack the 1700 barrier and the joy in your heart and nick, your family and all your buds sharing in your world record accomplishment...that was SWEET too!!!!!! never forget those nuggets of emotions and joy they can never take away from you christy. all the rest of the b.s. is just that...B.S.!!! you did us all proud and i wish you nothing but the best of luck for next year and every year. grow an 1825 harp off the 1725 and put the orange jacket back on again sister and wear it proudly...and the naysayers can stick it!!!!!

10/24/2010 5:02:29 PM

Honesdale Pa USA

Pay no attention to the idiots behind the curtains!

10/24/2010 5:57:50 PM

Litchfield N. H. 03052

Christy, you must know that the real pumpkin growers think highly of you . Please don't let the words of ignorant people get you down with a cowardly act. I have met you and Nick and thing the future of this sport is with people like you. You are a world record holder forever and nobody can take that away from you. Bill & Linda

10/24/2010 6:15:11 PM

Northern Cambria, Pa.

Pumpkin growing is all about genetics but sometimes in life we encounter the bottom of the gene pool when dealing with people. As everyone here has said, pay them no mind.
There are a lot of good people here who will always be your friends.

10/24/2010 8:53:55 PM

Littleton, Colo

.....Pound the nailz and screw the idiots !!!...Christy, we are behind you !!!!!!

10/24/2010 9:44:53 PM

St. Thomas Ontario

"Whoever envies another confesses his superiority. "
Dr Samuel Johnson

You had the biggest pumpkin on the planet in 2009, no one can take that away from you, congratulations:)

10/25/2010 5:06:06 AM

Ohio

Christy, you know how I feel about them type people and how that type person piss's me off to no end, but I will guarantee you the rest of the 99.9% of the pumpkin growing community that stupid stuff dont even enter their heads when they think about you. We as 'TRUE' growers are behind you 100% of being a great world champ.

Although I know its hard to do to let that this type of persons actions go in one ear and out the other, cause I need to practice that myself sometimes, I know it can be hard to let that type stuff go, espically towards people thats in this hobby that shouldn't be, the ones I/WE know is 100% a rat. (even while still others cant see it).

So Chin up Girl, grow another world record soon and show em they was messing with the wrong MAMBA JAMBA! lol,, I dont think mamba jamba is a word, but I'm sure you get the point,,lol

PR-Boz

10/25/2010 5:10:05 AM

Muddy Waters

This is the way the world is Folks.I was being cussed at the drive thru Donut shop for not making my order fast enough by the car behind me.I get cars behind me everyday cussing & flipping me because I drive the speed limt,I cant afford the tickets (sorry speedy).My friend Darrel said at the weigh-off how nice honest people pumpkin growers are.Sorry it aint so.If your going to be a turd go lay in the yard.Watch where you step there everywhere.LOL Sorry Christy & all furture title holders Mark C.

10/25/2010 8:28:58 AM

Minnesota

Sorry to hear that, champ

10/25/2010 9:39:34 AM

Lexington,IN

Christy, I don't know you personally, only hear all the good things folks have to say about you and Nick, and Blaine too. It seems you all have alot more friends than enemies from looking through this board and your diary.
I wonder if those idiots with the mean e-mails included a name? Seems like there are lots of internet bullies but most of the time they won't identify themselves. WEAK people in my mind. If they had a backbone they wouldn't fear including a name along with the opinions. I think like others have said, they are jealous, there is only one number one at the end of weigh-offs. You were that person in 2009, regardless if you were a man, a woman, or a child. NO ONE can take that away from you!

10/25/2010 10:46:07 AM

Santa Fe,New Mexico

Christy,just like in school, there are always a few students who are bummers for teachers but most students in our classes are wonderful and one must think of all those who loved and supported you and not those bummers in pumpkin life or life in general. As a woman grower, I'm sure you got more sh*t from some who don't believe women can 'gro em big', but you showed all that it's not gender but hard work and dedication to get a record. Congrats on breaking the 1700er mark and now just breath easy and enjoy that new baby of yours!

10/25/2010 11:00:07 AM

Somers, CT

Christy, sorry you had to endure that abuse. Time to get out the pumpkin launcher and spread some joy.

Seriously, you have nothing to worry about here. Your friends and community adore you. like someone already said, you earned it and deserve it. The rules are simple, "grow the biggest" and you did.

10/25/2010 11:17:25 AM

Westford, MA

With all the blood, sweat, and anxiety that comes with growing even a mid-size, OK, small size fruit, I find it hard to believe it would be a Real Grower, giving you that Guff.
I'd think a Real grower could appreciate All You Guys have put into your WR.

Just Read Above!!

Must be a seed hound, looking for something to sell.

Great Luck with that Little Cutie.
Kevin

10/25/2010 1:44:19 PM

San Diego

sad, unhappy person, full of anger and jealousy. Pay them no attention, overcome evil with good. I have never met you before Christy, but I can tell you are a very nice person and a great grower. Congrats, Jim

10/25/2010 2:55:28 PM

Billerica,Massachusetts

we haven't come as far as we are now in this hobby by throwing stones at each other, i can't someone would send an email like that!

10/25/2010 4:36:59 PM

Minerva,ohio

Its a horrible thing when one has to rip one down to make ones self feel any joy, I have trouble believing that anyone would be so cruel to YOU! They haven't a clue to how truly kind and giving you are! I agree with Glenna, your reign was much deserved and a highlight in my book for sure! This ankle biter needs to let you well enough alone and if he/she has any grit to them they should do us all a favor and leave this wonderful hobby and go do something that meshes with their personality-like swim with sharks or take up politics. You're A-1 Christy!

10/25/2010 5:29:49 PM

Pocatello ([email protected])

Crazy stuff, but don't give it another thought.

You know, it takes a LOT of courage and guts to hold that in for the whole year. I know I probably would have countered and caused a big scene.

One thing I wanted to mention... if anyone goes back and looks at the pictures of Christy and Nick's patch last year, it's incredible. No weeds! There are only a few of us that have that sort of dedication. The record was obviously deserved... I feel funny saying that because it "goes without saying." Stating the obvious sometimes is painful because the need to state it sometimes makes the implication that there could be some doubt. Well, there isn't, of course.

Anyway, don't let it get you down. The good will outnumber and outclass the bad.

10/25/2010 6:58:40 PM

Owensboro, Ky.

Cliff, I aggee w/ yer quote "The good will" & Christy & Nick are def. in the "good" section!!! No doubt!! It will be a Golden Day, when these two (Christy & Nic) are going full tilt at growin, again!!! Peace, Wayne
PS...Christy...looking forward to Christmas pic's of yer lil pkn!!!

10/26/2010 12:34:39 AM

Wisconsin

There are alot of "Azos" out there...and not just in your soil! You have been.... and still are a truely awesome champion! Thanks again for the great seeds!

10/29/2010 7:18:40 AM

Midwest

Christy and Nick:
First, that was the most honest diary entry that I have read in a long time and I appreciated you did it out of love and not to spite the person. It reminds me of that scene in 'it's a wonderful life' where George Bailey is meeting with Mr. Potter and he says, "I know what's going on here. You've been after the Savings and Loan for years. It's the one thing you can't get your hands on and it's knawing at you!" Then, he leaves. To me, whomever is criticizing you is one and the same with Potter. You deserved the rewards and you acted like a champion!
Blessings!

10/29/2010 8:00:06 PM