It was a weekend of light bites and an open bar at $350 a head, a poolside spread presented by smiling faces, and locally caught seafood that practically melted in the mouth. Even the lunch in the media center looked fairly deluxe.
The one meal that I actually chewed during the recent Amelia Island concours weekend? A Wendy’s spicy chicken …
I love your work.
I know I've commented before that I always read the editorial content first, and that the editing is especially good. I have an eye for grammar and punctuation. It's extremely rare to find something that slipped through the editing process.
That said, I consider myself fortunate to know you and be able to share our time together. Spreading kindness is also something you do well. I'm proud to know you.
Wonderful column.
GRM board wisdom:
Don't get it (bedliner paint) on your hootus.
David S. Wallens said:
Be nice. I’m going to quote Colin here: It costs nothing to be kind. Personally, I know I can do better here. (Also related: Never stop working to improve.)
I really try to remind myself of this at least once a day. I always feel it's important to walk a mile in someone else's shoes.
David (and Sarah) are the ones that make my drivel sound interesting and not like some engineer wrote a tech sheet...which is exactly what's happened.
It's amazing how just a little wordsmithing can totally change the voice.
Thanks, David!
Thank you for the kind words. The editing, planning and proofing might not be the most exciting parts of what we do, but they keep things moving along with a consistent voice and message.
I literally just came in from torpedoing my own wheel sale to a guy and read this post. He wanted my wheels for his DelSol , which they wouldn't fit, and I told him to refurbish his current wheels , as they'll be nicer and cheaper for him. He was all apologetic for wasting my time. I'm retired and have all the time in the world, nothing to apologize for. Besides, I met another "car guy" , saved him a few bucks, and now I know how to properly pronounce "Nguyen". Life is good if you let it.
Edit: ...and hanging out with the people on this website certainly helps.
Congrats on 30 YEARS at GRM, David! As always, excellent story. Keep up the great work!
In reply to David S. Wallens :
Well done, Sir. Since I've been reading the magazine since 1986ish, and I'm too lazy to go dig out an old copy from the basement, who was editor before you came along?
In reply to DeadSkunk (Warren) :
Someone you might know and love: JG.
I don't chew my food, I aspirate it. But I won't get into Amelia island with that behavior..
Proud to know you, and beyond grateful for the years you've shared with us.
Margie
Congratulations, David!
Keep enjoying, creating, entertaining, and informing!
Marjorie Suddard said:Proud to know you, and beyond grateful for the years you've shared with us.
Margie
Thank you and yes, been proud to know you as well.
30 years? What a stud. I'm not sure if I'm more jealous of the side burns, the sharp writing style, or the longevity. Congrats David!
Well done sir, well done. And congrats! Always dig reading your stuff.
And your musical choices are top notch as well!
Thank you again for the kind words, and we have a terrific team–a strong reason for the long tenure. Also, where does the time go?
Currently spinning in my office: Pylon Reenactment Society’s new LP.
Great column and wonderful comments! I learned from my Dad that each person you encounter is an opportunity to make a friend or at least make somebody smile (who knows, it might be the only good thing that happens to that person all day). Also, I agree that life is far too short to waste on an ill feeling clutch - sometimes going back to OE is the way!
It is excellent that you and the magazine are still motoring in present capacities. I, as a dumbass former English major (who read car magazines from low single digits in age), value this more than most can comprehend. Your existence is proof that not every decision I made in the 1990s was terrible. Keep on truckin!
Thanks for the kind words, and more trucking is planned.
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