tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-165606922011-04-21T21:36:21.360-06:00Welcome to the Edmonton Transmitter Picketing Site located in Sherwood Park, Alberta (a 'burb of Edmonton) We are approximately 20 regular picketers comprised of transmitter, mobile, production and admin employees.CMG Edmonton Transmitter Sitehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14358873652293221439noreply@blogger.comBlogger81100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16560692.post-1126502215639150852005-10-06T22:30:00.000-06:002005-10-06T22:31:09.676-06:00

Well, the time has come for another blog to sign off.Thank you to everyone who took the time to read our humble little blog. Our intent was always to entertain and humour, to see the lighter side of a potentially very dark situation.Our "crew" at the transmitter site was a very eclectic bunch yet we came together and formed a real little community of sorts. Lots of laughing, lots of eating,

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As promised, here is the quiz regarding Kathy & Susan's road trip to Saskatchewan last week. I hope you were all listening attentively to their stories. Remember, whoever gets all three questions right earns 4 free hours of picket duty. Good luck!Question #1 : How many jars of sauerkraut did Susan and Kathy pick up during their trip?Question #2 : How many rings of kielbasa did they buy in Mundare

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Our first visitor to the site was Marlene J. who brought delicious hot biscuits. (Come back anytime!)One morning a semi-trailer came down Wye Road, the wrong way and halted all traffic. The trailer was attempting to pick up a building at the transmitter site. Rumour has it that it was driven by a manager.RCMP 2 night stakeout at the transmitter site due to a domestic dispute in the

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Maureen B. : Words cannot express our gratitude to Maureen. She's our favorite. Her cheery personality and warm scones and muffins brighten even the rainiest days. Stay tuned for her new book, "Cooking for the Unplugged."AUPE : for coffee, creamer & sugar and most importantly, our shelter!!Telus picketers : for doughnuts and moral support.Rick Warner : (who was that guy anyway?)Guy & Steve : for

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Don W. : "I've lost count of how many times I've done this."Kirk P. : "It's getting cold out... almost as cold as Rabinovich's heart."Susan B. : "I always wanted to be out standing in my field." Eugène C. : "Are you honkin' at me???"Kathy Z. : "I smell exhaust... or is that the porta-potty... or is that the smell of victory?"Zygmund G. : "Would you like to see my diagnostic tool?" followed

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MVP : Kirk - he is our survival kit on wheelsMaster of ceremonies : Susan (no explanation needed)Most miles logged : Kirk "Les Miserables" Award : Zygmund Best Damn Graphic Artist in North America Award : Kathy Best coffee maker : BobBest new arrival : John P. (also the 1st to drive up on a 2 wheeler)Most miles logged holding hands : Eugène & LynneQuietest picket captain EVER : MikeMost

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Click on the link to see photos taken during picket duty at the Transmitter site. Check back often as we will update as we go.

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- Walk softly and carry a big umbrella.- What's said at the Transmitter site, stays at the Transmitter site.- There may be a little rain or a lot of rain but trust us... there will be rain!- Friday is "Dress Casual" day.And finally,- PLEASE do not ask Zygmund to see his diagnostic tool!!!!

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