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Didn't get to watch it tonight, but might check it out tomorrow. Maureen

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has come out to Tyler's fundraiser for the past three years and let you all know what a tremendous help it has been for us financially in providing Tyler with necessary therapies and treatments he needs to progress. In the past three years, the money raised at the Fishing for Tyler Get Together has helped us provide Tyler with therapists who come into our home and provide ABA/IBI therapy. It has also allowed us to pay for speech and occupational therapy for Tyler. ABA/IBI therapy is a one on one teaching method for children with Autism that breaks down a skill into very small steps and is taught repetitively with simple directions with praise and reward. Since September of 2007, Tyler received 20 hours per week of government funding that has allowed us to place Tyler in the Achimota Centre for Children with Autism located in Barrie. (Tyler did not receive full funding which would have been a 40 hour week.) Tyler attends Achimota 4 days a week for 5 hours per day. There they teach Tyler in a way he understands, using ABA/IBI therapy techniques. We have been so thrilled by his progress at Achimota, and we would love for Tyler to be able to attend this awesome school for a more balanced school day/week. In the coming months, it would be very valuable for Tyler if we were able to hire a qualified ABA/IBI therapist who could take Tyler out into the community and teach him hands on life skills such as shopping/using money, swimming, attending appropriately to places like the library. He will not only learn skills but have fun in the process, meet people in his community and give us a much needed break. Once again we thank you so much for your continued participation and help with raising funds for our son Tyler. Tyler has benefited in many way through your efforts. Yours sincerely, Elisa and Terry French

Well I guess when it comes to fishing I'd have to say my Step father, AKA Beans. As for the outdoors, it's just something I was born with. I was born and raised in the city and hated it from the beginning. The first time I went to a relatives farm when I was a wee one I knew that was the place for me. No one in my family is what I would call and "outdoors" person....another reason I'm convinced I was adopted or switched at birth Maureen

No surprise there, he's a good guy, and talented. Maureen

Good to hear Wayne, but ya know I don't mind the folkw with their 4-ways on nearly as much as those with no lights on other than the brake lights Maureen

Welcome to the zoo Mike, you'll fit in well here.... Maureen

I made it to Collingwood and back safely, but others apparently didn't. The 400 was closed southbound for a bit due to an accident, 27 was closed just south of Elmvale due to serious multicar accident. Visibility was iffy at times, and downright nil at others. Wayne I hope your daughter makes it back ok...might have been safer to leave early tomorrow morning instead. Maureen

Thanks Blake to both you and Fishing World for the support. All money/cheques can be sent to me care of Elisa and Terry French (Tyler's parents) Address : Maureen Manning 167 Timcourt Dr. Penetang ont, L9M 1R2 Thanks again Maureen

Faster to make your own pot of coffee isn't it Cliff? and tastier??? . It's blowing up here but I can still see my neighbors so it's not horrible I'll be heading out later to get some groceries, and I expect I'll be heading to Elmvale to pick up my cousin from his weekend at Collingwood. Trick is to turn on the fog lights (when it's dark) and take your time. Maureen

Hey Lew, you can still go and drop them off and then leave.... Maureen

I've never used them myself but have heard that they can be a fire hazzard and it's been recomended not to use them unless someone is home to keep an eye out. Maureen

Bites tongue Kung Hei Fat Choi from one of the year of the Horse Maureen

It always was Roy Maureen

Yup, like headhunter, I leave a little early, take my time, laugh at those who get pulled over, and save a little money on fuel....oh and I arrive safely To me it's simple, but then I'm a simple person so I need to keep things simple Maureen

tricky, but I think it was 1980 Maureen

Hey Rizzo, glad you managed to find a new place!!! If you have several thousand to spend then you can get a kubota that will cut grass in the summer and move snow in the winter....otherwise, get each one separately. I picked up my Airens blower this year, and have dreams of getting a riding mower in the not too distant future or is that fantasies/wishful thinking Maureen

No worries Mark, it was still a good show Maureen

Sobey's of Alcona has come through and will supply burgs, dogs, buns for both, all condiments and sundries Maureen

ok, I'm in pain just thinking about it. I hope you can get it out without causing further damage Pete....if you're going to have a few beers before hand, ya might want to let Charmaine pull the thing out . The idea of a couple of ice cubes before hand is also a good idea...along with the peroxide... Good luck bud.... Maureen

Thanks Tony, I'll have to remember to put it in the prize pile and not my wallet Maureen

Also most landscaping companies plow snow in the winter as well.... Maureen

Hey Stan, no I didn't send you the details, as Cliff said, he's having difficulty pinning down a price this year...will let you know. Thanks Maureen

Hey Tony, I thought I sent you a PM about that. Yes I'd still like the chicken, I can make use of what doesn't get eaten at the event, and I think I found a way to keep it from getting too dry i hope Thanks, Maureen

Wow Dave, that's sad and good news all in one. I wish you all the best in your new career choice, and I'm sure you'll tell us all about it when the time is right for you. Maureen

Thanks Roy Good luck to all the bidders, and as Gerritt said...bid high and bid often Maureen