The Preparator In Our Midst

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The Preparator In Our Midst

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Unread post by rodndtube »

In the Surfing Heritage & Culture Center (SHACC) monthly newsletter one of our own was highlighted for his contributions to the Center. Congratulations, Hal, and thank you for all of your work and support in sustaining our surfing heritage.
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A worthy task for a worthy fellow! Good work!
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He's not looking too grumpy, either.
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And if that is a current picture????....he is quite a bit younger than I thought! :+)
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ya Hal it is all about giving
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Thanks gents. My work at SHACC is truly a labor of love.
FWIW
In this, our 30th year as exhibitors there, my wife and I were honored by the Festival of Arts in Laguna Beach with their purchase of one of our collaborative pieces for their permanent collection. 8-)
Paipo surfer in repose,
Nose on the nose,
No grunting he-man pose.
See how fast he goes!
What is it he knows?
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BTW
I just had a ups delivery of enough Paulownia for at least two boards. woohoo!
Paipo surfer in repose,
Nose on the nose,
No grunting he-man pose.
See how fast he goes!
What is it he knows?
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