on 2/27/03 11:20 AM, Walt Wayman at hiwayman@xxxxxxxxx wrote:
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> From: NSURIT@xxxxxxx
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> Date: Thu, 27 Feb 2003 10:10:36 EST
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>> I'm currently in negotiation for a package which includes both a
>> LN 50mm f2 macro and an LN/mint 8mm f2.8 with case and all
>> associated caps. I think box on 50mm but not on 8mm. I have the
>> 50mm f2 already and don't have an interest in the 8mm. Does
>> anyone out their in Zuikoland have an interest in either of these
>> lenses and have a potential interest in joint venturing the deal
>> to obtain the piece they want? Neither is an inexpensive lens
>> and neither is easy to find in this condition. Please contact me
>> off list.
>> Bill Barber
>>
>>
>
> Okay, group, pay attention, please. This is important.
>
> Here we have the perfect example of the hard-core, out-of-control,
> recidivist Zuikoholic in action. He has one of these lenses and
> doesn't really want the other, but does that factor at all into
> his compulsive greed? Obviously not, since he is still going
> right ahead pursuing the deal, oblivious to the fact that he is
> controlled by his addiction affliction. To make matters worse,
> like the most desperately ill Zuikoholic he has become, he is
> attempting to involve others as accomplices in his nefarious
> scheme. Yes, misery loves company.
>
> He needs our help. We are his only hope. Since my wife is from
> the Houston area, causing me to endure mandatory in-law visiting
> over the years, I know my way around, and I am willing to lead as
> many of you as can meet me there in an intervention. We can help
> this poor wretch rid himself of his demons and help ourselves to
> his Zuikos in the interest of his recovery. I, of course, will
> have first choice.
>
> Hang on, Bill. We'll be there soon as I can get things organized.
>
> Walt
Walt -- Bill doesn't need any help, he's doing just fine... Now me, with no
income besides UIC payments, I'm trying to decide what he means by "Neither
is an inexpensive lens..." and can my credit cards handle it? So maybe that
qualifies for someone in need of help... 'But I don't feel sick, doctor.'
So Bill, would $800 get the 8/2.8?
--
Jim Brokaw
OM-'s of all sorts, and no OM-oney...
I already have the 50/2.0... well, actually I have two...
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