Hi my name is MaryAnn and I just wanted to introduce myself (just like I promised Walter!)
I'm new to diving and will be taking lessons as soon as I get a few things worked out. I'm really looking forward to this and have always been interested in the ocean depths. My dear friend of many years, Walter, has sparked a renewed interest for me.
I'm married (so in the buddyless category) and have two daughters. Walter and I have been friends for my entire adult life. Yes, I knew him when he didn't have a beard. (I like it!)
I have really enjoyed reading the many posts and especially enjoyed the underwater pictures.
MaryAnn
Hi from Florida
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MaryAnn
, May 13 2004 04:00 PM
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MaryAnn
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Posted 13 May 2004 - 04:00 PM
Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.
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Posted 13 May 2004 - 04:02 PM
Hi MaryAnn,
Welcome to one of the best sites on the net. Walter is a great guy for new divers to be with. Always excited about diving and it rubs off.
So got any pics of ole Water without the fuzz on his face???
Dave
Welcome to one of the best sites on the net. Walter is a great guy for new divers to be with. Always excited about diving and it rubs off.
So got any pics of ole Water without the fuzz on his face???
Dave
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Posted 13 May 2004 - 04:07 PM
hey there, welcome aboard to the greatest diving site I've ever run across! Hope you have fun.
The greatest resource of the ocean is not material but the boundless spring of inspiration and well-being we gain from her.
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Posted 13 May 2004 - 04:18 PM
MaryAnn...glad you stopped by and hope that you will call this home. There are a lot of knowledgeable people here that are ready and willing to help in anyway, all you have to is ask.Don't forget to take a look at our website at SingleDivers.com. We are constantly upgrading and would love to see you on one of our upcoming trips.
Again, welcome to our little place on the net where having fun is what it is all about.
-ZD
[color=blue]Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body;
But rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming--"WOW--What a ride!"
But rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming--"WOW--What a ride!"
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Posted 13 May 2004 - 04:28 PM
MaryAnn,Welcome to the Group!
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Posted 13 May 2004 - 04:30 PM
hi MaryAnn, welcome to the board!
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Posted 13 May 2004 - 04:36 PM
Hi MaryAnn!
Welcome to SD!!
Diverlady
Welcome to SD!!
Diverlady
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What do you mean "it doesn't come in PINK"?!?!
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Posted 13 May 2004 - 04:42 PM
Hi MaryAnn! Any friend of Walter's is a friend of ours. Great to have you here, and good luck with your diving!
"Because I accept the definition, does not mean I accept the defined." -- ScubaHawk
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"If you're gonna be dumb, you'd better be tough." -- Phillip Manor
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"Love is blind but lust likes lacy panties" -- SanDiegoCarol
"If you're gonna be dumb, you'd better be tough." -- Phillip Manor
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Posted 13 May 2004 - 04:52 PM
Hi MaryAnn,
Welcome to the Board! It's a great place to meet other divers.
Best wishes for many safe ascents,
Grier
Welcome to the Board! It's a great place to meet other divers.
Best wishes for many safe ascents,
Grier
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Posted 13 May 2004 - 04:55 PM
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here!
MaryAnn not only knew me when I didn't have a beard, she knew me when I couldn't grow a beard. OK, so I could, but it was patchy. Of course, back then she wasn't tall enough to see over the steering wheel. Oh wait, she's still not tall enough to see over the steering wheel.
Walter
MaryAnn not only knew me when I didn't have a beard, she knew me when I couldn't grow a beard. OK, so I could, but it was patchy. Of course, back then she wasn't tall enough to see over the steering wheel. Oh wait, she's still not tall enough to see over the steering wheel.
Walter
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Posted 13 May 2004 - 05:03 PM
Walter, that was a good one.MaryAnn, see what you have gotten yourself into? It's all good though and we ALL have a lot of fun here. Looking forward to meeting and diving with you in the future.
-ZD
[color=blue]Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body;
But rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming--"WOW--What a ride!"
But rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming--"WOW--What a ride!"
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Posted 13 May 2004 - 05:20 PM
Mary Ann,
I don't know what part of Florida you live in, but if you're new to diving, you might want to check out Ocean Fest in Ft. Lauderdale this weekend. It's a huge event and looks to be great fun. Lots of divers on the beach, gear giveaways, free classes and good fellowship with other divers. Quite a few of our local group are planning to be there.
BTW, Walter, are you coming over for the festivities?
I don't know what part of Florida you live in, but if you're new to diving, you might want to check out Ocean Fest in Ft. Lauderdale this weekend. It's a huge event and looks to be great fun. Lots of divers on the beach, gear giveaways, free classes and good fellowship with other divers. Quite a few of our local group are planning to be there.
BTW, Walter, are you coming over for the festivities?
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Posted 13 May 2004 - 05:24 PM
Hello, bonjour... welcome!
Sometimes, you just gotta be
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Posted 13 May 2004 - 05:46 PM
Grier,
Check out the Ocean Fest thread.
MaryAnn will be out of town this weekend. Kids gotta come first.
Walter
Check out the Ocean Fest thread.
MaryAnn will be out of town this weekend. Kids gotta come first.
Walter
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Posted 13 May 2004 - 05:55 PM
MaryAnn! It's great to have another Floridian joining us- those darn Texans seem to be taking over 
Hope we can get together & dive sometime soon. 
Marvel
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