|
|
Post by Dramatwist on Mar 2, 2019 16:33:43 GMT -5
Folks,
I hope you don't see me as boasting about the well-known people that have passed into and out of my life. I share the stories with you as I would with any person I've ever known... it's just that my path has brought me in contact with these folks who, with few exceptions, are essentially the same as us.
If I have offended anyone or come off as a "braggart", I offer my sincere apologies.
Martin
|
|
Deleted
Deleted Member
Posts: 0
Location:
|
Post by Deleted on Mar 2, 2019 16:38:08 GMT -5
Don't fuss about it. We've a wide range of experience here, which is what makes the Patch different than other sites.
|
|
|
|
Post by oldcajun123 on Mar 2, 2019 16:48:44 GMT -5
 If you done it you ain’t bragging. Hell man you’re a Cracker Jack story man.
|
|
|
|
Post by McWiggins on Mar 2, 2019 16:54:26 GMT -5
Never thought that. You're good in my book.  |
|
|
|
Post by Cramptholomew on Mar 2, 2019 16:56:46 GMT -5
It never crossed my mind that you were boastful. You've, no doubt, led an interesting life, Martin, and I enjoy it when you share.
|
|
|
|
Post by just ol ed on Mar 2, 2019 16:59:09 GMT -5
continuing to enjoy every word you've ever written. Fer sure, no mea culpas from here. Keep 'em coming
cheers
Ed Duncan, Batavia, NY
at 78, still ain't heard enywhere near all of it/them!
|
|
Deleted
Deleted Member
Posts: 0
Location:
|
Post by Deleted on Mar 2, 2019 17:02:58 GMT -5
I like your stories, DT. I've never thought you were boasting; quite the opposite actually.
|
|
|
|
Post by Legend Lover on Mar 2, 2019 17:05:15 GMT -5
I've never EVER thought that. You've always come across as humble and not a braggart at all.
In fact, I'm the one who brags to my wife that I know someone who knows all these famous people.
|
|
Deleted
Deleted Member
Posts: 0
Location:
|
Post by Deleted on Mar 2, 2019 17:14:20 GMT -5
When my step-father was Jefferson County coroner, he’d give me and my buds official wrist bans which allowed us to pass through any door in Churchill Downs on Derby weekend. We got up to sky terrace and I had to take whiz. I hit the can, was taking care of business and noticed the dude next to me was William Shatner, Capt Kirk from the Starship Enterprise. He had two drinks sitting on top of the urinal, zipped up his pants, looked at me and said, “Beam me up Scotty,” downed one, tossed it in the trash can and walked out.
|
|
|
|
Post by sperrytops on Mar 2, 2019 17:26:18 GMT -5
No worries, Martin. I really enjoy the stories. Like 10furlongs story about William Shatner, too. Funny.
|
|
|
|
Post by Cramptholomew on Mar 2, 2019 17:28:21 GMT -5
When my step-father was Jefferson County coroner, he’d give me and my buds official wrist bans which allowed us to pass through any door in Churchill Downs on Derby weekend. We got up to sky terrace and I had to take whiz. I hit the can, was taking care of business and noticed the dude next to me was William Shatner, Capt Kirk from the Starship Enterprise. He had two drinks sitting on top of the urinal, zipped up his pants, looked at me and said, “Beam me up Scotty,” downed one, tossed it in the trash can and walked out. That's pretty frickin' awesome. |
|
|
|
Post by Ronv69 on Mar 2, 2019 18:42:02 GMT -5
Martin, I like your stories. Did you piss in somebodies Cherios?
|
|
tr
Junior Member
Posts: 175 
First Name: Tom
Favorite Pipe: Savinelli Porto Cervo 122
Favorite Tobacco: Whatever I have in my pipe at the time
Location:
|
Post by tr on Mar 2, 2019 18:59:59 GMT -5
Martin, that thought has never crossed my mind in reading any of your posts. Please continue to share your stories with us. You have obviously led a very interesting life, and I enjoy hearing about it.
|
|
Mac
Full Member
Posts: 834
First Name: John
Favorite Pipe: Ken Barnes Canted Billiard
Favorite Tobacco: Margate, Smyrna, Vintage Syrian
Location:
|
Post by Mac on Mar 2, 2019 19:07:19 GMT -5
Folks, I hope you don't see me as boasting about the well-known people that have passed into and out of my life. I share the stories with you as I would with any person I've ever known... it's just that my path has brought me in contact with these folks who, with few exceptions, are essentially the same as us. If I have offended anyone or come off as a "braggart", I offer my sincere apologies. Martin Damn! Too new to have read any post of yours that comes near to bragging. Can someone point me to- not a bragging post- but one dotted with famous people- by any member here? I love to read of personal experiences, but hate TV or paper mentions of celebrities or other hot shots. |
|
Deleted
Deleted Member
Posts: 0
Location:
|
Post by Deleted on Mar 2, 2019 19:25:32 GMT -5
When I worked for the corporation, I was part of a delegation which enjoyed lunch with Vice President Al Gore.
This isn't political as we oftentimes had to deal with lesser elected officials at multiple levels from both parties. It's the way business is conducted. I was a bottom feeder among the bunch, somewhat surprised to have been invited, expected to STFU, received a handshake, smile and a few words, nothing more.
It might be somewhat of a stretch but I can honestly state I've had lunch with the Vice President of the United States which is still pretty damn cool.
Martin's stories beat the hell out of mine. We're lucky he's among us and willing to pass them to us.
|
|
|
|
Post by pepesdad1 on Mar 2, 2019 19:30:17 GMT -5
I think everyone here has said what I would have said...it is an honor to be among some of the finest people this earth has to offer,
and you, Martin, are one of the top 10 in my book.
|
|
|
|
Post by roadsdiverged on Mar 2, 2019 19:39:09 GMT -5
My cheerios are piss free! I dont find that anyone here is a braggart. Well, except me, because I'm just awesome.  (just kidding) I enjoy the little tid bits of info of famous people being normal people. Just like I enjoy the stories of us normal people doing normal things. |
|
Deleted
Deleted Member
Posts: 0
Location:
|
Post by Deleted on Mar 2, 2019 19:55:25 GMT -5
When my step-father was Jefferson County coroner, he’d give me and my buds official wrist bans which allowed us to pass through any door in Churchill Downs on Derby weekend. We got up to sky terrace and I had to take whiz. I hit the can, was taking care of business and noticed the dude next to me was William Shatner, Capt Kirk from the Starship Enterprise. He had two drinks sitting on top of the urinal, zipped up his pants, looked at me and said, “Beam me up Scotty,” downed one, tossed it in the trash can and walked out. I had tickets to see Stan Lee (RIP) at the Denver Comic Con several years ago. Stan was sick and was replaced by William Shatner at the last minute. I was disappointed not to see Stan, but Shatner was great! Intelligent and funny. |
|
Deleted
Deleted Member
Posts: 0
Location:
|
Post by Deleted on Mar 2, 2019 19:56:24 GMT -5
I am a wonderful bull shiitter too, but please continue on with your stories.  |
|
|
|
Post by Ronv69 on Mar 2, 2019 20:17:10 GMT -5
My cheerios are piss free! I dont find that anyone here is a braggart. Well, except me, because I'm just awesome. (just kidding) I enjoy the little tid bits of info of famous people being normal people. Just like I enjoy the stories of us normal people doing normal things. I find that you are admirable just for going to work every day with what you have going on. Really. |
|
|
|
Post by Dramatwist on Mar 2, 2019 20:23:45 GMT -5
Martin, I like your stories. Did you piss in somebodies Cherios? ...the only piss story I have is meeting Michael York in the men's room at Tavern on the Green in NYC... nowhere near as good as Mark's experience... |
|
|
|
Post by Ronv69 on Mar 2, 2019 20:24:24 GMT -5
I saw Burt Baccahrat once in a sandwich shop downtown. I had front row seats for Willie and Waylon who were filling in for Jerry Jeff who was to drunk to play.
I was 25 feet from JFK the first time he visited Houston as president. I was a friend of Cleveland Williams long after he was out of boxing.
None of this makes interesting stories. I have done enough stuff myself self to be satisfied. I just wish I could do more now than sit around and swap tales.
The greatest people I have met in my life aren't anyone that any of you would know.
So keep spinning, and I will keep listening.
|
|
|
|
Post by scrooge on Mar 2, 2019 20:25:01 GMT -5
Come on, Get real Martin! If you were any more good old fashioned "Down To Earth" You'd be living in He--! Keep em coming. Bragging! LOL!
|
|
Deleted
Deleted Member
Posts: 0
Location:
|
Post by Deleted on Mar 2, 2019 20:29:44 GMT -5
Martin, I enjoy reading ALL of your posts, especially the one’s that left you a lifetime of good memories. I greatly appreciate you taking the time and sharing personal times in your life that were enjoyable as well as the days ahead.
I would be “ offended “ if you stopped sharing with all of us here on the Patch. I’m sure I’m not alone on this sentiment !!!
|
|
|
|
Post by roadsdiverged on Mar 2, 2019 20:53:25 GMT -5
I find that you are admirable just for going to work every day with what you have going on. Really. Well the way I see it is things arent going to get any better if I just sit and wait for it to. Just have to have something to work towards. I choose happiness, wherever that ran off to. |
|
|
|
Post by Cramptholomew on Mar 2, 2019 20:53:29 GMT -5
Martin, I like your stories. Did you piss in somebodies Cherios? ...the only piss story I have is meeting Michael York in the men's room at Tavern on the Green in NYC... nowhere near as good as Mark's experience... Yeah, but Logan's Run, man... |
|
|
|
Post by peterd-Buffalo Spirit on Mar 3, 2019 6:41:22 GMT -5
...agreed with what's been stated...I like them and read them!
|
|
|
|
Post by kbareit on Mar 3, 2019 7:40:11 GMT -5
If your stories about your life experiences is considered bragging I think the Patch would have to go away since for the most part we all do it every day with our own post's. I think it's interesting to hear about the people you have met in your life and share it with us. Continue on Martin, you've lived an interesting life.
|
|
Deleted
Deleted Member
Posts: 0
Location:
|
Post by Deleted on Mar 3, 2019 7:53:05 GMT -5
When my step-father was Jefferson County coroner, he’d give me and my buds official wrist bans which allowed us to pass through any door in Churchill Downs on Derby weekend. We got up to sky terrace and I had to take whiz. I hit the can, was taking care of business and noticed the dude next to me was William Shatner, Capt Kirk from the Starship Enterprise. He had two drinks sitting on top of the urinal, zipped up his pants, looked at me and said, “Beam me up Scotty,” downed one, tossed it in the trash can and walked out. Great story👍 I’d bet Shatner didn’t even wash his hands!! |
|
|
|
Post by pappyjoe on Mar 3, 2019 8:43:00 GMT -5
With the career you've had, I would have expected you to meet some interesting people or celebrities.
I find yours interesting.
|
|
If you done it you ain’t bragging. Hell man you’re a Cracker Jack story man.
(just kidding)
