revgoomba

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First of all, thanks to @carynorton for this most awesome portrait. It's simply stunning that he shot these the day of the bowling. It was fascinating just watching him get through everyone... exhausting in fact. For this, and much more... he's a legend. Also, again, to @chinfropro for his photobooth and @yourfavorite for his most awesome split polaroids.

Obviously we all thank @Mackle for this whole thing and I'm sure he's tired of hearing it but he's a true legend!

I need to thank @johnatcollege for coming with me to Nashville. It would have been a longer trip without him and he makes me laugh so hard. On that note, I want to shout out to @rnnbrwn and Claire too. They are the most awesome couple around and anyone who had the chance to meet them know what I'm talking about. Still keeping with my trip to Nashville I want to give a special thanks to @Ben (and his lovely wife Jess for lending him to us). He picked us up at the airport, drove us all around town and took us to not just Lynchberg but also Kentucky. John and I really owe our holiday to you - but not just for showing us around, no sir, for being fun... I mean, this guy is hilarious. I've not laughed so much in all my life (and I'm sure John feels the same). @Ben is the greatest and we both consider him a great friend... a friend for life. I think it's great too that @Maggie made it out to Nashville for the Throwdown and I think you'll all agree she's something else!

I could mention almost everyone on the site here for being awesome but instead I will name a very short few (which I feel weird doing as there were so many great people) but I need to thank @OzzyNelson for my homebrew breakfast at his place and for teaching me to speak southern. I loved meeting @Dschonn and discussing linguistics and such things. I hope you get to school in Germany and somehow find your way over to visit us here in Glasgow. Also, @JamesC - who is in fact not a complete dick afterall but the sweetest gentlemen you could ever hope to meet. Emma and I shall wear our Boise State t-shirts with pride and hope you feel part of the scottish tartan army just the same.

On top of this... thanks to everyone... you made me come back every single day and post even though I was busy. Even though I had things that needed done and people who demanded my attention. You made me love Whiskerino last time and this time and I hope to see a great deal of you again in Moustache May.

Oh yea, and Richard (marmeluk)... he's the guy who introduced me to it before the 2007 Whiskerino started. Thanks man.

Man, this caption is getting to be much bigger than I intended. I guess all that's left to say is "thanks @Emma" as without you being as cool as you are I probably wouldn't bother! xxx
posted: February 28 @ 3:57pm

Robfrenzy says:: there it is. You're a good man.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 3:57pm - ∞

HiImTerry says:: Bye, Andrew. It's been a pleasure getting to know you.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 4:00pm - ∞

johnatcollege says:: I love it. Thanks for introducing me to the magic that is whiskerino.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 4:02pm - ∞

sariebell says:: It was a blast seeing you in real life (and on here as well). You and @emma are good people and I hope we really do get to see you again at Throwdown: Scotland. Until then.... cheers.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 4:04pm - ∞

Yogi Beard says:: Happy trails, Rev. It's been a pleasure. All the best to you and Emma.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 4:07pm - ∞

Davis says:: it's been great talking to you and getting to know you this go-round, buddy. was even better meeting you in person, and i hope we showed you a good time here in the US (kinder egg mishaps notwithstanding... we're sorry).

amanda and i are planning on making it out to glasgow sometime in the near future. i'll be sure to let you know as plans firm up, but you're gonna have to show me some of the best scotches around. i'm excited about it already.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 4:12pm - ∞

El Barbudo says:: That looks like what your cast photo for SNL would have been like in the mid-90s.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 4:12pm - ∞

jnonfiction says:: Rev, it was a blast. Both times. Thank you so much, and know I'll miss you.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 4:13pm - ∞

tedford says:: a great pleasure meeting you and going on this wild adventure together. as you know @sariebell loves the UK and her Scottish heritage so we'll no doubt be in your neck of the woods some day. we'll be sure to track you down when it happens. you and @emma take care of yourselves.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 4:18pm - ∞

michaeljstraub says:: It's been amazing sharing this with you. Thank you for the kind words and hanging out in Nashville. Also a big thanks for saving me on Half Face day
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 4:19pm - ∞

Grower&Shower says:: You're a true gent and I hope I get another chance to share my malt with you. Take care Revgoomba!
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 4:44pm - ∞

EdwardTeach says:: it was great to meet you.

you're one of the nicest guys i've met. thanks for hanging out with us.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 4:51pm - ∞

jmathiasxiii says:: So glad to finally meet you in person Drew. Someday I'm going to be coming your way and I'll buy you a pint and we can knock some heads in the pub.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 4:57pm - ∞

jclutch says:: Cheers dude! See you in may, glad you made it to Nashvegas and had s blast, it was a pleasure.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 5:08pm - ∞

zackle says:: So glad you made it to Nashville this time around. Thanks for being a part of this amazing community and for bringing the magic of Whiskerino to your side of the pond.

I'm sure I'll see you in May.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 5:26pm - ∞

JamesC says:: you are a superb person, it was great meeting you. i will wear the Tartan Army t-shirt with pride and be the loudest singer in the crowd when i teach it to everyone at the next game.

stay cool, brother!
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 5:29pm - ∞

Mat Wiseman says:: So jealous you were able to immerse yourself in the full Whiskerino experience - Throwdown and all.

Terrific to share this with you again.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 5:30pm - ∞

Grower&Shower says:: I'm checking into how I can send you a bottle from my personal stash. You'll have to email me your address and I'll see what I can do.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 5:48pm - ∞

cary norton says:: the pleasure is all mine man. next time im in scotland you better believe i'm getting in touch with you lot.

be well!
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 5:48pm - ∞

shularbrau says:: Pleasure to meet you man. Thanks again for the tshirt. It's hilarious.

I hope to get over to your side of the world some day and have a tasty Scottish Ale with you.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 5:49pm - ∞

revgoomba says:: @growershower - drewnotweird[at]googlemail[dot]com
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 5:49pm - ∞

Dirty Pirate says:: so btw, i cant get your accent out of my head....i guess in the end it'll always remind me of nashville. in a completely hetero manner. (beers may have been involved with this statement)
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 5:55pm - ∞

C says:: See you around buddy! I am glad we made it to the end as well. Remember, always welcome wherever I am...
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 6:04pm - ∞

Beard Goggles says:: you're awesome. Stay awesome.

it was great meeting you in Nashville.

Mustache May it will be kind sir.

Take care, and see you soon.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 6:22pm - ∞

mattyc says:: It has been quite a journey good sir and i'm glad to have shared it with you. Thank you so much for the stache wax from scott and the soda you gave me. I still have the second bottle i'm saving for a special occasion.... I wish I'd have been in nashville longer so i could have kicked it with you and ben and johnatcollege.... three awesome dudes...and you are right about ben being absolutely hilarious... See you on the internets my friend
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 6:25pm - ∞

Zach says:: take care rev! one of these days i'm making it to scotland to play some golf. i'll give you a heads up first. ;)
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 6:40pm - ∞

Pip says:: You're a hell of a guy, and I'm so glad I finally got to meet you. Stay in touch, and we'll definitely see you again.

Be well.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 6:46pm - ∞

Presto Beardo says:: Bye @revgoomba, so glad I got to grow a beard with you again, I was always excited for your photos, see you around the interwebs!
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 7:02pm - ∞

Fofe says:: It was so nice to meet you in person. I remember first exchanging comments back in Moustache May 2008. Glad, too, that your holiday was fun and that you met so many good people who took care of you. If you ever get to Northern California, drop a line. I'd be happy to show you some of the sights. See you in a few months with the moustaches. In the meantime, take care.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 7:04pm - ∞

ilikeschool says:: good stuff. if i ever make it out to europe or the uk i will definitely make a trip out to scotland.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 7:07pm - ∞

Phil says:: Thanks, Rev, for being so awesome. It was great to meet you, even if it was so brief. I'm sorry that the Kinder Eggs you so carefully carried with you were crushed by some power-mad and heartless customs agent. That's no way to be welcomed to the US.

But you are awesome. keep being awesome!
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 7:09pm - ∞

yourfavorite says:: Its been real man. Thanks so much for all you've contributed. It was great meeting you and I can't wait to see you and your stache in May. Hold it down over there in Scotland.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 7:11pm - ∞

zooky says:: If @GrownUnknown and I ever make it to Scotland, we'll have to get some ethanol. All the best to Team Scotland.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 7:23pm - ∞

Nate Frog says:: THis has been great man! It has been a pleasure and I wish you the best. Oh, and thanks for all the reblogs.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 7:23pm - ∞

Sir Jellobeard says:: one of the most genuine smiles i've ever seen. i'll create the intention to run into you if i ever make it out to your piece of the earth. be well my friend.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 7:26pm - ∞

runningantelope says:: dude! thanks for diggin what i do. i never knew my spontaneous actions could be reproduced on a thsirt. thats very cool i'm so glad to have met you.

keep in touch, jeff.r.wilkerson (at) gmail (dot) com
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 7:28pm - ∞

mims attack says:: sorry we didn't get to hang when you were in town, but at least I got the Scottish flag. you are, without a doubt, an integral part of whiskerino. @sirjellobeard said it right, 'genuine'.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 7:45pm - ∞

Ozzy Nelson says:: I am proud to call you my friend. I hope to get over there someday and drink your beer for breakfast. You are a better man than I could have imagined. I will miss you sir.
happy trails my friend
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 7:58pm - ∞

mynameisjason says:: you have been a huge part of what made this whiskerino great. thanks for that. you are a gentleman and i hope to be able to hang out with you in person some day.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 8:03pm - ∞

Marko says:: Rev, was so good to see you bro and hang out some. Glad you made the trip over, hope it was a blast for you. Told John that we're hoping to make it over to your side of the globe soon so when we do, I'll make sure to let you know and we can spend a night pub hopping!

It's been a pleasure my good sir!
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 8:11pm - ∞

RyRy says:: You're awesome, sir. Thanks for traveling over here so we can all see you. Glad you guys came out for the "pub quiz" too.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 8:20pm - ∞

Ula O cealleigh says:: Rev you are asleep now as i write this.

im sad i didnt get to see you this year but you had better things to do, like.. ermm BE IN NASHVILLE!!! haha.
Best wishes to you & Emma.
Peace bro!
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 8:29pm - ∞

dizzywizard says:: it has been a pleasure growing beard with you.
and a great beard beard you have revgoomba.
hit me up on the interwebs..

Slán agus go n-éirí an bóthar leat

:)
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 8:52pm - ∞

wondermade says:: You've made it to the States and it's only fair I make it to your neck of the woods in the near future.

You are without a doubt one of my favorite Whiskerino participants and I truly hope to see you again in may.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 9:03pm - ∞

Chinese Wildman says:: Drew, I can't say enough how great it was to meet you and spend even a short amount of time getting to know you. You're a class act all the way - but also a bit of a dobber.

I plan to thank you for teaching me that one by buying you a pint in your part of the world. Promise.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 9:12pm - ∞

Boaz says:: Rev / Andrew it's been such a pleasure and I can't wait for May :{

I will make sure that I plan a stop off in Scottland when we finally save up to go see my mother-in-law
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 9:29pm - ∞

gfmorris says:: Andrew:

It was a pleasure to meet you, my friend and brother. I'm sad that we didn't get to talk more.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 9:38pm - ∞

flainez says:: Farewell @revgoomba, you are one of the nicest guys around!!! Take care and see you in May!!!
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 9:39pm - ∞

Ned Kelly says:: "What a piece of work is a man!"

See you later Reverand Goomba, Im in the UK soon but its gonna be very difficult to get up to the land of Scots… but ill try and keep in touch on the interwebbing machinery.

take care.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 9:43pm - ∞

Grown Unknown says:: Thanks much for the comments and sharing your Whiskerino energy!
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 10:15pm - ∞

jmathiasxiii says:: I promise not to move there until I retire. But, I'm still coming to visit.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 10:20pm - ∞

herr neas says:: see you before too long
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 10:49pm - ∞

Vanbert says:: your a good dude and i was so glad to meet you. enjoyed your photos maybe one day i shall meet you in your homeland. take care. you scotts were the absolute best.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 11:02pm - ∞

mackle says:: What could I possibly say to extend my gratitude to you? You are an incredibly enthusiastic user on this site - taking things to new levels, chatting whenever you have the free time and just generally being a total badass. and THEN you actually flew from Scotland to party with us?! INSANE!

I appreciate everything and I don't have the words to express it. You're a great dude and I hope to see you in May. I also hope to see you in Glasgow at some point.. as I have promised myself to stop being lame and actually get outta the country soon.

Thank you sir. Thank you.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 11:16pm - ∞

revgoomba says:: @Mackle - my pleasure.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 11:21pm - ∞

Chinfropro says:: I am honored to be mentioned in you closing. Thanks again for the Scottish juice of the young thugs. The book will be awesome and I will let you know asap. Friend me on Flickr or Facebook. Clame. And you rule.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 11:33pm - ∞

hale. says:: Rev, it's been a pleasure being here with you on Whiskerino, and even better to finally meet you in person. i regret that we didn't have a chance to spend more time together at the Throwdown, but that just means we'll have to visit you and Emma in Scotland.

you're a talented guy with a great sense of humor. your enthusiasm and spirit have been most welcome.

take care brother and i'll see you soon, online at least.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 11:34pm - ∞

damnweather says:: hey rev, it will forever blow my mind that you made it out for the throwdown. it's too bad we didn't get the chance to chat much. see you in may i hope.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 11:46pm - ∞

Ace says:: it was a pleasure meeting you dude. really it was. im glad you came and gave me a present that was awesome. i got so many compliments on it at the throwdown and i have you to thank. i hope our paths cross again soon.
Posted: Feb 28th, 2010 - 11:58pm - ∞

hankbobs says:: Hey Revgoomba - I ended up spending a minute on the 2008 moustache may site today, looking for an old reference. I happened on my first photo I ever posted, within the first hour of ever having a moustache. My first ever comment was you, saying simply "Tee-hee!".

So, I guess I would say thanks, for making me once again feel welcome in a place like this. I remember seeing your face really early in this Whiskerino and feeling at home. Meeting you was really great, you are a giant, and incredibly awesome man. I really would love to Scotland someday, and I would definitely knock on your door if I do. You are welcome in Montana any time you make it here!

I think I'm off to bed now, take care dude. Hope to see you in May!
Posted: Mar 1st, 2010 - 12:51am - ∞

Dschonn says:: Thanks for the shoutout. The time spent with you ranks at or near the top of my entire Whiskerino experience. Thanks for complimenting my accent and placing it geographically. Thanks for laughing at my jokes. Thanks for listening to my ramblings. I will make every effort to come see you on your turf, and make you show me real whisky and all things that I need to see. I will definitely see you in May.
Posted: Mar 1st, 2010 - 1:14am - ∞

mattmarch says:: Oh I am so glad. I just wanted to have that closure! Thanks so much man, you're awesome! I wish we'd gotten to hang at the throwdown, I hope you enjoyed your time in Nashville!
Posted: Mar 1st, 2010 - 1:35am - ∞

robberfly says:: Take care

It was great growing & showing with you. Best wishes!
Posted: Mar 1st, 2010 - 5:09am - ∞

Maggie says:: bye goomba. thanks for inviting me out to nashville and letting me crash. it wouldn't have been possible without you and @johnatcollege. see you and @emma later this month!

ps. we'll have to see if we can't get T to participate in Mustache May! :)
Posted: Mar 1st, 2010 - 5:22am - ∞

benfrank says:: you're an awesome man, rev. completely! thanks for surprising me at work. that was amazing.
Posted: Mar 1st, 2010 - 6:30am - ∞

miguelito says:: it was great meeting you man. take care, and perhaps i'll see you in Mustache May.
Posted: Mar 1st, 2010 - 6:45am - ∞

Paragone says:: Rev, Thanks for the good times. When I explain this site to others I always end it with the fact that a select few decided to come all the way from Scotland to hang with us. It really shows the power of this community and the dedication on your part! So very glad to meet you and hope to see you in May!
Posted: Mar 1st, 2010 - 9:09am - ∞

brandon says:: Goodbye Rev. You will be missed more than you know.
Posted: Mar 1st, 2010 - 9:53am - ∞

ben says:: bye for a short while rev. i'll miss the laughs and the photos, and i'll visit soon.
Posted: Mar 1st, 2010 - 2:20pm - ∞

Army of Whiskers says:: Thanks for traveling overseas just to visit with us. It was great to meet you at the throwdown. Wish we had more time to chat. I'd love to have a few pints with you someday in Scotland.

Thanks for growing a beard with me. See you around.

PS - Whenever you make it back to the states, come check out the Grand Canyon and/or hang out with hale, noelix and I.
Posted: Mar 1st, 2010 - 4:25pm - ∞

Just Jamey says:: What an amazing caption! What an amazing four months! What an amazing dude you are! I'll miss you. See you on Facebook.
Posted: Mar 1st, 2010 - 4:49pm - ∞

mOtke says:: I'm extremely glad I got to meet you and that we got to chat several times while you were here. I love your country and I hope to visit again. I follow you on the tumblr, and I hope to stay in touch. Best to you and @emma.
Posted: Mar 1st, 2010 - 5:27pm - ∞

Eric the Beard says:: It was amazing bearding with you! You were amazing and inspiring, i loved your shots....so good. Thank you!
Posted: Mar 1st, 2010 - 7:50pm - ∞

l_etranger_ says:: COCKFIGHT!!!
Sir, I WILL be coming to visit you in Glasgow. I need to see the 'real' Scotland, not just all that Edinburgh/Isle of Skye tourist bullshit! Let's rock this mother fucker!
Posted: Mar 1st, 2010 - 10:02pm - ∞

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