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Tom Conte...that name sounds VERY familiar?? Hmm, do we know each other? I'm amazed with interaction here listing how the second smallest state has touched their lives.

We are so small, it's not uncommon to dine out & note the governor & family eating a few tables over, or that the VP lives across the street. Nor that your daughter's best friend turns out to be the daughter of someone you've worked with for many years.

I've lived here for over 25 yrs (came here from Boston), my oldest daughter went to UD, my middle daughter AI DuPont HS, & my youngest Dickenson. I see Sharkman was here in November, if either of you pass this way, please let me know, I'd love to meet you both.

Introduction Follow Up

I've just reviewed my original posts & thought I'd add a follow up after spending more time here & getting to know a number of people. Boy, am I naive! This is what I've learned..

1) THERE IS NO IDEAL WATCH. I listed my ideal as I started this journey & learned there are MANY styles I like. I just purchased a used Evo (haven't gotten it yet) & even before it goes on my wrist, there is another I like better. I think I'll always be searching for that next thing.

2) BUY THE PERSON NOT THE WATCH. That really says it all for me. There are many people here eager & willing to help and as you get to know them and learn from them you want to learn more. Their kindness, swift responses, & most of all patience helped open me up to possibilities I hadn't thought of before. In particular I wanted to say a special thank you to mserge, sharkman & Fear for exemplifying those qualities to me. There have been many more.

3) THIS FORUM IS A GREAT RESOURCE. The help, discussion, & gallery threads are great assets. If you've got a question, the answer is here, just look for it! In many cases there are even videos to help, including the one I viewed yesterday teaching me how to change bands on the watch I just have to buy a leather band for. You know, just to switch it up!

4) FINALLY, HAVE FUN. Don't take yourself too seriously! Refreshingly, most are here to have fun & enjoy their hobby! Thanks for letting me "sit in"!