Post #351477 by bigbrotiki on Thu, Dec 27, 2007 8:44 AM

Thank you Vern for being here, your research and posts always bring new inspiration to this board. After so many veterans have dropped by the wayside, it sometimes feels lonely trying to keep classic Tiki culture alive here, but you are a true man-in-the-know who still lives it, and contributes valuable insight and information.
I understand that many TCers living in less Tiki-rich states than California might have little else than yet another new Tiki mug to get excited about, but you demonstrate that even a D.C. castaway can keep the Tiki spirit alive. Your understanding of not only Tiki but also other related genres of fringe pop culture has enriched this community, where else would I have found out about the Jack Lord estate auctions for example. While still in Africa, I ordered three "I am Cuba" box sets on line after your post, which made some nice Christmas presents, thank you.
I too am glad to have met you, Mahalo for the mana.