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Hello from California
« on: August 01, 2014, 03:10:03 PM »
 

JDoc

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Hello world!

I am Joseph and I am in San Jose, California.

It was a few months ago when one of my bud gave me a set of “Book of Black Cards” for B’day because we used to play cards during college years.  He knows I love weird toys because of my man-cave project.  I looked at the decks and say “Huh, strange looking Bicycle cards!” 

So I set it aside and forgot about it.  Until about two months ago while doing grocery at Costco, and wife asked me to get some poker cards because cousins were staying over for one weekend.  While I pick up the brick at Costco, the Bicycle logo reminds me about those black color decks from my bud.  Then I went home and dug out the BOBC, and I was wondering about these special Bicycle decks that I don’t see them during any normal day.   After some research time spent on Internet I become hooked on collecting Bicycle branded decks. 

Now I have to say I am obsessed to Bicycle decks.  These custom designed decks are all unique, neat, and with so many behind-the-scenes stories to tell.  I read creators’ notes, watching videos of creation process, and I enjoy to handle the decks without open them.  For some reason I tell myself that I can own pretty decks but I cannot afford to open them….  I think I am sick!

Again, I am new to this forum and just saying hello to everyone.

Joseph
« Last Edit: August 01, 2014, 03:12:22 PM by JDoc »
 

Re: Hello from California
« Reply #1 on: August 01, 2014, 07:03:56 PM »
 

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Hallo Joseph
You'll find lots to interest you about Bicycle cards here. Hope you enjoy the conversations and get answers to all your questions.
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Re: Hello from California
« Reply #2 on: August 02, 2014, 01:32:44 AM »
 

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Welcome Joseph,
I think you'll find that there are a lot of us that share a similar sickness. You will also find that your sickness will spread to non-Bicycle cards as well. Welcome to the poor house  :)
Last night I stayed up late playing poker with Tarot cards. I got a full house and four people died.

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Re: Hello from California
« Reply #3 on: August 02, 2014, 02:01:35 AM »
 

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Hey, Joseph,

You are indeed in good company here.  Never be afraid to ask a question - we're a friendly bunch and most of us remember what it was like being the new guy.

If there's anything we can do to help you settle in, let us know.
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Re: Hello from California
« Reply #4 on: August 04, 2014, 06:25:17 PM »
 

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Thanks guys, for your warm welcome. 
I feel home already and good to know my illness is common here.