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So... I have a little story to tell

TerryGTerryG La Crosse, WI Posts: 366
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I waited in line at the St Paul merchandise trailer with my daughter, for oh about 5 hours, and in that time I met some cool people as I am sure everyone has. In particular the guy in front of us and two brothers behind us. Awesome guys, got to hear some good stories about other shows they have been to and all things Pearl Jam. All 3 were going to Milwaukee after St Paul but I wasn't. In fact St Paul was my first show. I asked them if they did end up waiting for merchandise at Milwaukee and if they didn't mind too much would they be willing to pick me up a poster and I would cover the cost with shipping. No problem, one or the other thought that would work. Like I said cool people.

So the other day a tube shows up at work and what's inside? a poster, stickers and pins with a note so I could email him. I did right away and wanted to get this great guy paid. His return email graciously insisted that what he sent was a gift welcoming my daughter and myself to the Pearl Jam family. I am a long time fan but my work is kinda a bitch and days off are tough to come by, What a dumbass, the show was incredible, never again will I miss a chance to see them play

The point of this long story is this one act of kindness should be repaid, pass it forward if possible. Thank you Greg!!!
I have 2 extra St Paul posters that I would love to send out for free, preferably to someone who didn't score one at the show. I saw them run out inside the same time they ran out of stickers at least at the stand we was at. My daughter got the last 3 stickers.

PM me, If you were at St Paul and didn't get a poster, first 2 people can have our extras.

Terry
Do yourself a favor and be you online. Anonymity plus audience often equals asshole.
Try not to be one. Make mom proud.
Dan Johns

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    MayDay10MayDay10 Posts: 11,611
    cool story, bro.





    no, really. cool story. Good to hear this stuff
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    The AkkusThe Akkus Posts: 1,093
    beautiful story!
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    tinz.tinz. Posts: 2,689
    That's a great story! :)
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    JohnnieBeBlueJohnnieBeBlue Posts: 627
    That's awesome. Great job paying it forward!
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    RP112579RP112579 Tinley Park, IL Posts: 3,359
    Fantastic!
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    DM119501DM119501 Toronto Posts: 308
    Fantastic story of how great our Jamily really is. Thanks for sharing this lovely story!
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    EnterThanmanEnterThanman London, ON Posts: 1,057
    Very cool. Great story and awesome gesture.
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    TerryGTerryG La Crosse, WI Posts: 366
    Both posters are gone sorry, wish I had a few more. I have sent PM's back to the first 2 ppl.
    Do yourself a favor and be you online. Anonymity plus audience often equals asshole.
    Try not to be one. Make mom proud.
    Dan Johns
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    LoveBoatCaptainDaveLoveBoatCaptainDave san antonio,tx Posts: 461
    =D> =D> =D>
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    NatashapearljamfanNatashapearljamfan Australia Posts: 3,777
    I love this community, so many kind people :x
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    SD48277SD48277 Woodstock, NY Posts: 12,242
    Natashapearljamfan said:

    I love this community, so many kind people :x

    +1
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    moses562moses562 Posts: 1,382
    Not a poll, not a rant, not someone trying to shove the idea that he/she is a better fan...

    Refreshing. Postively refreshing. Thank you for changing it up around here.
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    moretonbayfigmoretonbayfig Australia Posts: 805
    Don't it make me smile :) Thanks for sharing your story xox
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    tempo_n_groovetempo_n_groove Posts: 39,029
    Nice!!!!
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    Piper At The GatesPiper At The Gates Posts: 460
    Nice of them and nice of you. Good Karma all around.
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    FadedGloryFadedGlory Chicagoland Posts: 416
    Super cool ... and the best part is that it surprises me NONE. Love it.

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    Release EVRelease EV Posts: 2,001
    I keep saying it other threads.....some damn good people here have looked after me this tour. Farken great community.
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    Go To Fire 43Go To Fire 43 Posts: 449
    That is great. Good on you Greg and well done Terry.

    I have one question though, why did it take so long to get your first show. Just kidding. Great job.
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    YankeeBillYankeeBill Manorville, NY Posts: 131
    Awesome story, You guys captured the true spirit of it all! Love this band, love these fans!

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    redstuff76redstuff76 Posts: 252
    That's awesome!! Good karma to all of involved!
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    HesCalledDyerHesCalledDyer Maryland Posts: 16,418
    Awesome thread!!
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    SweetDaddyLouSweetDaddyLou Posts: 1,190
    Reading this gives you that tingly feeling, awesome story, thanks for sharing.
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    jjflashjjflash Posts: 4,841
    :-bd Thanks for sharing
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    ldent42ldent42 NYC Posts: 7,859
    =D>
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    Peacefrog1975Peacefrog1975 Posts: 718
    Nice to hear someone saying something nice here. More and more people are becoming real assholes on the threads. Remember mean people we are ALL family here, if you can't be nice here GO AWAY!!
    Great story, Great band, Great Family!
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    OW43358OW43358 Posts: 2
    Thank you so much TerryG! You're the raddest! You've made my month for sure. That Viking is my brother to a tee. Had to get it. You're story reminds my of the Oakland show last year. Ed gave me a few pics & told me to see they got to fans. I handed them out to the fans next to me. When I got to the hotel, a gal recognized me from the show. Said she had a wonderful time. I reach in my pocket, gave her a pick. The joy it brought her was so neat. Keep the faith brother and thanx again!!
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    PJ_SoulPJ_Soul Vancouver, BC Posts: 49,544
    Awesome story - super nice of the guy, and a perfect reflection of the PJ fan community! :x
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    -.- Glorified GnothingMan -.--.- Glorified GnothingMan -.- Posts: 434
    Dig it. Spreadin' good karma PJ stylee. :)>-
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    TerryGTerryG La Crosse, WI Posts: 366
    Your welcome, OW43358, enjoy your poster. You've already got the random act of kindness thing nailed.
    Do yourself a favor and be you online. Anonymity plus audience often equals asshole.
    Try not to be one. Make mom proud.
    Dan Johns
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