DPOTD recommendation for harasha
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for his post in this thread, despite the fact that it's a quote, on an OT subject and that it was posted in a hijacked thread. 
I've watched most of the discussion on tv, without subtitles or translation, and I still missed it. It is indeed a great analogy.
There's been some refreshing new blood since ~2007, that in my eyes has raised the level of this forum, and who came with, or have since built extraordinary collections, that are presented with great photography and excellent comments. Needless to add how often I have thought that they deserve this meaningless award.
We all know who they are so I'm not mentioning any names for fear of forgetting someone. On the other hand, I have a feeling that several oldtimers are going through difficult phases , for a variety of reasons that can be psychological, physical, financial, loss of interest, and that's without mentioning the sudden and sometimes premature passing of some beloved members. Finally, others' lives have taken a different turn and they don't have anymore interest or time available for this forum.
Anyway, I believe that it is especially during these harder times, that we shouldn't let these awards, or other specific uplifting Darkside customs fall into oblivion. Correct me if I'm wrong, but it's been a very long time since we have awarded it, and I've decided to spare 'kat , who traditionally chooses the recipients, from putting on a makeup, similar to Billy Crystal's who was asked to yet again present the Oscars after 7 years, and do it myself instead.
In this particular case, the choice of an oldtimer is purely coincidental but not irrelevant to the fact that harasha only posts when he has something truly worth reading. All I need is a few mercy posts of agreement, or disagreement and it's done.
I've watched most of the discussion on tv, without subtitles or translation, and I still missed it. It is indeed a great analogy.
There's been some refreshing new blood since ~2007, that in my eyes has raised the level of this forum, and who came with, or have since built extraordinary collections, that are presented with great photography and excellent comments. Needless to add how often I have thought that they deserve this meaningless award.
We all know who they are so I'm not mentioning any names for fear of forgetting someone. On the other hand, I have a feeling that several oldtimers are going through difficult phases , for a variety of reasons that can be psychological, physical, financial, loss of interest, and that's without mentioning the sudden and sometimes premature passing of some beloved members. Finally, others' lives have taken a different turn and they don't have anymore interest or time available for this forum. Anyway, I believe that it is especially during these harder times, that we shouldn't let these awards, or other specific uplifting Darkside customs fall into oblivion. Correct me if I'm wrong, but it's been a very long time since we have awarded it, and I've decided to spare 'kat , who traditionally chooses the recipients, from putting on a makeup, similar to Billy Crystal's who was asked to yet again present the Oscars after 7 years, and do it myself instead.
In this particular case, the choice of an oldtimer is purely coincidental but not irrelevant to the fact that harasha only posts when he has something truly worth reading. All I need is a few mercy posts of agreement, or disagreement and it's done.
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and that is really the way it should be- good to read the concept is alive and has survived- I think it has been award over 30 times- probably closer to 40 now
harasha has psted numerous images of medals, coins and tokens over the years that the honor is long overdue-
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Seconded!
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<< <i>Oh, and thank you all, and Ormandh, I will try to be more careful in the future! >>
Come on! I have the upmost respect for you all. I am just making a point.
<< <i>I am sorry for being the downer in this thread, but what in the heck does this have to do with coins? I do not have a problem with back patting on the forums, but I do not see the relevance in this DPOTD, regardless of who started it and who it goes to if it is not relevant to the topic. No slight to harasha, whatsoever. Am I wrong? If I am then I am sorry. Please discuss.
DPOTD = Darkside Post Of The Day, only we award it twice a year on average.
You're not a downer. You're free to disagree, but I'm glad that the majority accepted it so easily. Harasha has a very specific type of humor and a great taste in medals. Plus, he has an excellent knowledge of the NY subway.
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And Dimitri, I really appreciate the kudo.
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Is that an innuendo against the anti foie gras movement?
I don't see a mention of this incredibly difficult and honorable DPOTD award in your sigline yet. Unless you think that only mushroom and myself are self absorbed weirdos who have left that count there for years.
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