Aww Dee, was an honor working with you and there was no need for showing you the ropes since your work ethic speaks for itself. And yes you didn't cry this year although you did come close! :(Finally getting some time to jot something down about the help this weekend...
Wow... We had such a solid crew again this year. For the dailies, there was a lower number chosen, and at first I couldn't fathom how things were going to go, but it got done. Thank you for all of your help, standing guard over the entrance and exit, helping with the clothes racks, helping regulate traffic in and out of the Cage, keeping things clean, helping with cardboard (which is a daunting task sometimes, etc) running for food or BANG drinks (yessssss!!!!) You guys helped out above and beyond your one day and I can not say thank you enough...
Now for those that helped out an extra day (or two) OR without actually being chosen, you guys are the shit!! This is why our bonds are so close here on the Forvm now and throughout the year. We know that there are folks out there that will go above and beyond just because... Dusty, Shane, Sou, Greg, Teddy, Derek, Josh O, Josh W, (and anyone that has slipped my thoughts) THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!! You guys are the absolute best helpers ever!! You went above and beyond, giving up your weekend selflessly and that says a lot. I know that the weekend is not cheap, but the experience you share in the Cage is priceless...
I also want to thank the other Head Interns that I worked with.... Thank you for leading the way and teaching me the ropes. I think that we all work well enough together that things get done and hopefully it takes some of the pressure off of those that have worked tirelessly planning the weekend and they can enjoy themselves a bit...
Last but not least, thank you again to Corporate and all those involved in having me on board to help. It's the least I can do for all that you've all done for me. Not only the brand, but you all personally have gone above and beyond for all of us. I know that at times it's mentally and physically exhausting trying to make everyone satisfied and it may go unnoticed, but I want you to know that we all appreciate all that you do!
I know that Eric tried to tell me several times that I could go, but here's the reasoning behind it... For one, I allotted for the tear down and took the day off after to recover from the weekend. No real hurry to get home. And I know that in the grand scheme of things, I feel like my help is what it is (like I just had to watch you guys load the 200# dumbells...lol) but it's a little less than what YOU will have to do. 5 hours extra is nothing compared to the time that you all put in getting it ready for us and if you know me, I'm always the last to leave (this is why I'm always travelling alone because I can make my own time schedule...lol) It also takes the sting out of walking away alone... I did good, I didn't even cry this year ... ;-) haha
Thank you again for everything!!
I will be seeing you all soon!!
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