I propose a challenge to the members of this venue to abstain from divisive political posts for the period of 90 days.
As some of you remember, Jimmy was never one to sway from the "Baja" of these Baja, online venues.
Such a sad post
Baja Bernie - 12-26-2003 at 10:16 PM
Yes Bernie....and we all know how he feels about the term "the Baja"
Debra - 12-26-2003 at 10:23 PM
Anonymous - 12-26-2003 at 10:57 PM
Wow...
My quote was "Baja" not "the Baja" with the former as in the spirit of "Baja".
I remain with the challenge. This and other venues were never intended to be divisive. Let's see if we can look past the division and work on the
unions.
Quote:
Originally posted by Debra
Anonymous
Mike Humfreville - 12-26-2003 at 11:08 PM
I'm sure Debra's comment was only to remind us that Jimmy hated the term "the Baja." She wasn't implying that you were using the term. Paz amigo.
We stand here together.
Before any controversy begins,
Ski Baja - 12-26-2003 at 11:39 PM
Jimmy reminded me of my many "asinine " statements I have periodically made in public while we were porchin it last week. I had to agree with him.
In spite of my "asinine statements" , we both agreed there is valuable info. on these boards coming from many people.
I suppose if we were all as smart as he is and dealt with life the way he has, we would accomplish the most amazing things rather than our
quibbling, whining and BS.
But then, Se?or Smith moved to Mexico and married a Mexican 50 or so years ago. How the hell are any of us going to have insight like that ???Mexray - 12-26-2003 at 11:52 PM
It's indeed sad news that we read of the loss of such a beloved Baja Amigo. whether you knew Don Jimmy in person or just here on the 'Boards', he was
a glimmer of light to brighten your day!
His Baja tales are legend, and thankfully Don Jimmy was able to put a few to pen and ink in his fun book, "The Grinning Gargoyle" so we could all
share in the fun.
A star in the sky over Baja California Sur is a bit dimmer tonight. Our heartfelt thoughts are beaming their way toward Don Jimmy and his family.
Ray & Pat Cellar
Have a good trip, Don Jimmy!!
frizkie - 12-26-2003 at 11:54 PM
Don Jimmy, you are in my prayers. Heaven will rejoice in your presence!!
And if I can be just like you when I grow up, I promise I will never say "The Baja" again.
Barbie R. aka Frizkie
There goes that problem with the 'printed word' again
Debra - 12-27-2003 at 07:50 AM
Mike is right, I was not implying anything negitive about your post 'annon'.....It just reminded me.
I was thinking about Jimmy and his book......that chapter "The Baja", and the references to "famos author" cracked me up BIG TIME! That is how I got
to know Jimmy, through email at first. I'm sad and abit selfish at the thought of losing another chance to have a cold cervasa and listen to his
tales on his porch. (I was planning a special trip down this spring) although, Jimmy is abit like Neal Johns, in that....you have to get him into his
tales, like Neal....he's more interested in you than himself. Like "Jeans" said, we are losing national treasure.
Adios Mi Amigo!!
Skeet/Loreto - 12-27-2003 at 09:13 AM
Hey Ole West Texas Buddy.It was a great Honor to be considered your Friend!!
The life of a Man well lived will be in all of our memories for many years to come.
The Pearly Gates Await your Honored Presence. May your Soul Rest In Peace.
Save me a place beside you.
Skeet/LoretoAnonymous - 12-27-2003 at 01:17 PM
Way to go Debra! Baja Bernie - 12-27-2003 at 07:26 PM
Sorry,
But I keep suggesting that people read my original post. No where does it say that he has passed away.
No Honor from Nancy Drew- Nosey
Anonymous - 12-27-2003 at 11:12 PM
Within 20 hours of my oriinal challenge, Nancy Drew/Nosey posted a divisive, political, "non-Baja" message to this venue.
How selfish.
Confusion
Ski Baja - 12-27-2003 at 11:59 PM
" will know that he is now reaching way down deep to pull out a yarn that will have them rolling at those pearly gates."
" LOST " a treasure that few others have ever known. Some of us were led to believe what wasn't true because of how we interpret things. Personally
I am glad to hear he is still with those he truly loves and truly love him.
Baja Bernie - 12-28-2003 at 06:45 AM
Ski Baja,
As the bearer of the original message I was wrong in my choise of words. It was difficult to see the keyboard after receiving his daughters message.
Sorry for the confusion.
