Some 2016 VCCC photos

[kloveland]

The VCCC convention was wonderful! Thank you Jon Durfor and Jeff Parker for opening your homes to us! Thank you Jocab Siebel for providing the projector and Kirby Classic demo films, they were hysterical! Next year Phillip Muller and myself will be co-hosting the convention in Tulsa and Independence Kansas. Thanks again to everyone for all their hard work!

 

[gottahaveahoove]

JUST got home after the 13 hour drive!!

Although very long,  it was an easy drive.  Photos will begin soon.  It was so good to see everyone.


 Safe trips home, Everyone!!!!!

 

[jimjimmunster]

I am in Chicagoland... To Bad I Couldnt Come

Looks like it was a really interesting convention. To bad I couldn't make it so I could sell some of my collection and make room for some new pieces, and learn a few new things about vacs.

 

[gottahaveahoove]

Returned the rental car this morning beofore school

Wasn't able to sell everything I brought with me. I'll bring some again. I'll also donate a few things to my church's flea market in August.


We roared at that 1960's--60's film. SOOO funny.


WE ALL had a great time. It was SO wonderful to see Marty Rocha, Jeff Parker again as well as my very close friend, Tom Anderson, who was visiting at Jeff's I'll see him again before the summer is over. But, it was great to all be back together, if only for a short time. Jeff came up behind me and wrapped foreign hoses around my neck. HE knows a good laugh and is a kind, fun-loving man. Tom A. and I did the glove thing, too. I was supposed to be Bill Edstrom's 'assistant' in a Kirby clinic. Next time, Bill. THAT was all done in good fun., I can always tell the difference, luckily. It was also nice spending some quality time with Bill Kirby...gee, it was like Kirby overload, a man named Kirby, a Kirby film fest, clinic, etc....Scott is looking great, with the college semesters behind him. Tyler, ever so polite, he has matured so well. Jon's home was great. His mom is most gracious.

The contests were fun, as always. Michael Turner was awarded the "Ruth Hollander Award"... congrats to you, Michael, you stepped up to the plate so faithfully for our club, more than once. .....so relieved you're "cancer Free". And, Miss Tania, "The First Lady of Vacuums". Honestly, if you can't get along with Tania, the fault lies with you.

More info, photos soon.
John

 

[kirbysthebest]

John, Be careful

All that Kirby exposure.  I think they are trying to indoctrinate you, desensitize you, convert you. 


. 

 

[gottahaveahoove]

I think you're right.

However, FAT chance and SLIM chance mean the same thing.

 

[gottahaveahoove]

And..............as far as compromising positions....

no fear.   I'm "double-jointed", lolol


 I'm also ambidextrous!   It's come in handy.

 

[kirbysthebest]

Double Jointed. ,

A regular dodger you is. 

 

[vacuumlad1650]

I saw Jeff put the hoses on John...he really took it well!!! All we need is to find the pictures of it!
as John said, "Can you believe it? 7 Off brand hoses on me and I STILL haven't burst into flames!!!"
Andy

 

[durango159]

Glad everyone had a fantastic time and got home safe!!!

John always takes the "razzing" well when others, myself included, try to dupe him into trying other brands!! John Long, you know I've tried to get to feel the suction of my Eureka canisters that have made appearances at your home. --- Of course I did try to give you notice of whenever a foreign species would be traveling with me, but also I had Hoovers with me too every time as well and usually at least two Hoovers and not just one!

I think one time with gloves, John I got you to push a Eureka power nozzle or atleast touch the hose. But seconds later we gave you a Hoover power nozzle canister and a Hoover 1070 with which you could "Re-Hoover" and feel relieved again, LOL LOL!!

Yes the gloves come out, the Holy Water comes out, the priest collar comes out. I've also seen hammers and saws come out. At the last Monster Bash,there were a few foreigners sitting on trash bags so they wouldn't burn a hole through the floor with yellow Caution tape wrapped around them!! It adds to the fun!!

 

[delaneymeegan]

John obviously has allergies

 


 


Oh, I feel bad for him.


 


The best Christmas present:

 

[delaneymeegan]

This might be going a bit far....

 


 


 


but I think we all understand. 


 


If you buy a box of these smocks, the guy is included.  You can also try him on.

 

[kirbysthebest]

I have never met him

But I know John is a good guy.  I hope he knows it is good natured; you just have to kid a kidder.


 

 

[vacerator]

If you can't be a kidder

on here, or take a joke, where can you?

 

[kirbyvertibles]

I'm sorry you never met John, He is a fantastic person and I'm glad I can say I've met him. Oh wait are we talking about John Long? Oh that guy..........hmmmm
Just kidding honestly, he's great and one of the funniest ppl I know

 

[gottahaveahoove]

Thanks, Phillip. Yes, i most certainly can.

Rob, I'm glad you enjoyed yourself at my home, several times. I'm sure they'll remain fond memories for years to come.

 

[papasvacs]

I haven't had time to download pictures.........

<span style="font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;">..... but I do want to take time to send a big THANK YOU to everyone with whom I spent the convention.  You are the best!</span>


<span style="font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;">It felt so good to be with people who were so affirming.  You made me feel special and, best of all, you made me feel LOVED.  I can never say thanks enough for the support you have shown me through difficult times.</span>


<span style="font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;">You are all very special to me.</span>


<span style="font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;">THANKS!!!!!!</span>


<span style="font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;">Greg</span>


 

 

[durango159]

Greg, So happy that you got a little vacation!! Sorry I didn't make it to the convention to see you. Glad you had a great time and I hope things are really starting to look up for you!!

Yes John, lots of great memories at your house with lots of laughs, vacuuming, talks and food!

 

[caligula]

Thanks everybody it was one awesome weekend.

 

[gottahaveahoove]

It was great meeting

Shaylee, too. She's very nice.  Best of luck with the house.


 As far as gloves,  thanks for the ads.  Although, I have a huge supply.


  Also,  Ken Wagman. always great ...talking... in my prayers for good results w/ the doctor.  Call anytime,  if you need/want to.