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I would like to offer my thanks and appreciation of the efforts of a very active Eastern Division of the TCA that through much diligence, hard work and mostly unappreciated organization manage to put on what I feel is the GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH twice a year every year for over 41 years.  This they do with an all volunteer group of dedicated individuals who donate more hours than most of us would imagine!  This they also do against a backdrop where many would spend much time and effort criticizing their efforts to run the show in as efficient and convenient manner as they feel they can for EVERYONE. 

 

I have been a TCA member since 1977 and as one who does more taking than giving in the operation of the organization, I very much appreciate those people who are willing to give of themselves to create and execute shows and events for benefit of all.  In my 67 years, I have witnessed efforts by individuals and groups who seek to destroy any group who has rules or regulations that conflict with what they "want to do".  Here we have a group that continues to work hard amid charges "not getting with the times", being "draconian" or against "families".

 

So I offer a very hardy THANK YOU to the fine folks who comprise the Eastern Division of the TCA and all their volunteers.  It is my hope that you will continue your fine efforts and keep on the path that your members determine to be the best path forward in keeping the show you created successful.

 

Thanks,

Don

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The VOLUNTEERS who organize and conduct the York Meet are among the most dedicated folks you can find when it comes to doing their very best to support the hobby and to make the event a safe and enjoyable one for all who attend.

 

We see some of them at the meet itself, but it's important to remember that there are others who work behind the scenes. In the six months that we here are debating rules, griping about this that or the other, or anxiously waiting for the next event, these folks are working tirelessly to assure that those who attend are rewarded with the largest and most successful toy train meet in the entire world.  And it's hard to argue with success. 

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Originally Posted by eddie g:

I thought that the Yohe's were the old guard.

Marty, I thought you were not going to reply anymore.

Good statement DON and RON

 People on here that say they won't go to York because of this type of thread, that's just a excuse. They have other issues for sure.


Thank You EDDIE...I always imagine that some of this INCENDIARY stuff is TRAIN ENVY...that is, I think some of the Nonmembers are forbidden by their spousal units to buy an $18 Boxcar.  Jealously is a very bad personality trait...I see it often on this Forum.  Perhaps some of the MONEY BOYS should not rub it in on the HAVE NOTS???   As you said, there are other ISSUES here...some instilled during childhood.  GEEZ, I sound like ACADEMIA INCARNATED!!!  Dr. RON???

TCA Member but never been to the York Meet. When I lived in New Jersey I always seemed to stop at Hershey and Carlisle for old car parts. Anyway, I was in HO then

 

It seems to me that a majority of Forum folks are thrilled by attending the Meet so something is attractive enough to offset the so-called "old school" rules . 

Putting on something as big as York - and doing so repeatedly, consistently, and successfully - certainly seems to me to be an enormous undertaking.  The amount of organization, planning, money, and sheer hard work involved must be huge.  "Greatest Show on Earth" indeed.  Cheers!

 

Just those threads that have nothing to do with the fun and friendship of the York meet.
 
Originally Posted by eddie g:

I thought that the Yohe's were the old guard.

Marty, I thought you were not going to reply anymore.

Good statement DON and RON

 People on here that say they won't go to York because of this type of thread, that's just a excuse. They have other issues for sure.

Originally Posted by eddie g:

I thought that the Yohe's were the old guard.

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Me too(but I'm a relative newcomer at only 16 years into my membership).  Funny that there have been changes since then that were clamored for at the time (internet registration comes to mind - now reality) that are not remembered.

 

But most importantly a big "me too!" to what Don originally posted here!

 

-Dave

Originally Posted by Dave45681:
 Funny that there have been changes since then that were clamored for at the time (internet registration comes to mind - now reality) that are not remembered.

 

Like cutting way back on the seemingly incessant PA announcements...a change that was implemented after enough people spoke up, including many of them right here on this forum.

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