User talk:Bratsche

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[edit] User page award

Congratulations, Bratsche! Your user page has been nominated for the Esperanza User Page Award! Five judges will look over your user page and award it 1-10 points in four categories:

• Attractiveness: general layout, considering colour scheme and/or use of tables if applicable
• Usefulness: links to subpages or editing aids, helpful information
• Interesting-ness: quirky, unique, captivating, or funny content
• General niceness: at the judges' discretion

But first, you must be chosen as a finalist. If your user page is chosen as one of the five finalists, you'll have the chance to win an award created just for having a great user page!

More information can be found on this page.

haz _(user talk)^e 18:48, 1 March 2006

[edit] Category:Wikipedians with a picture

Why not add yourself? (I'm going on an expansion campaign, because I like seeing friendly users' faces once in a while) haz _(user talk)^e 21:03, 3 March 2006

[edit] Thank you!

Thank you! Hi Bratsche, thank you for your support in my Rfa! It passed with a final tally of 86/0/0. If you need help or just want to talk let me know! Again, thank you! – Dakota ~ ° 21:11, 3 March 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Thanks

I think the project could be interesting too. By the way...

smurrayinchester^{(User), (Talk)} 20:58, 6 March 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Back from break

Hi, Bratsche! Thank you for your kind words regarding my wikibreak; they meant a lot to me, and it was so nice to hear from you again. :) Staying away from this place proved impossible, so I'm back. There are simply too many friendly people around here! Happy belated 1,000,000^th article milestone! All the best, Sango123 (e) 20:17, 9 March 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Possibly unfree Image:Milena.PNG

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[edit] List of quarterlies

I would like to renominate this bugger for a clearer consensus. Last time, in June, it rec'd only 3 votes, 1 D, 1 K, and 1 M. You closed the debate, and I believe you (or another admin) would have to reopen it. Would you do it, or else, how do I nominate it again? Thx. the.crazy.russian (T) (C) (E) 22:55, 19 March 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Vandal Fighter page(s)

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-- That Guy, From That Show! ^(talk) 04:01, 24 March 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Esperanza Newsletter, Issue #1

[edit] Esperanza Newsletter, Issue #2

[edit] Happy Easter

Moe is here to say Happy Easter! -- Moe ε 18:20, 16 April 2006 (UTC)

Chocolate eggs for Bratsche. :D Happy Easter! Sango123 (e) 18:22, 16 April 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Old Skool Esperanzial note

Since this isn't the result of an AC meeting, I have decided to go Old Skool. This note is to remind you that the elections are taking place now and will end at 23:50 UTC on 2006-04-29. Please vote here. Thanks. --Celestianpower ^háblame 20:42, 23 April 2006 (UTC)

[edit] A favor please

Hello friend, do you remember me? In the month of September 2005, your vote had made me an administrator. we all know that the life here is exciting and full of challenges. I would request you to please spare fem moments for me, and favor me with your comments and suggestions (here please) on my performance as a wikipedian. Let us continue to build the Better than the Best global encyclopedia. Thank you and regards. --Bhadani 10:27, 29 April 2006 (UTC)

[edit] This is Moe

[edit] Esperanza Newsletter, Issue #3

[edit] Glad you're still around

Hi, Bratsche. I'm always pleased to see your name appearing when I refresh my watchlist. Hope all is well with you. You're not the kind of Wikipedian that we'd want to see disappearing. Take care. AnnH ♫ 22:16, 9 May 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Happy Birthday

Enjoy! Cheers, Sango123 (e) 22:20, 18 May 2006 (UTC)

Happy Birthday from myself and Esperanza, even though they're on vacation. Keep up the good work. RyanGerbil10 21:04, 18 May 2006 (UTC)

Hope your birthday is a very happy one.--Dakota ~ 21:14, 18 May 2006 (UTC)

Not sure if this is a real birthday or a wikibirthday, but I saw the Happy Birthday flashing up on my watchlist, so of course I wanted to add to it. Many happy returns to one of the nicest Wikipedians I've encountered. AnnH ♫ 22:07, 18 May 2006 (UTC)

Happy birthday to you, my dear sir.ßlηguγΣη | Have your say!!! - review me 04:58, 19 May 2006 (UTC)

Happy birthday to you, my dear. --Bhadani 06:16, 19 May 2006 (UTC)

Many happy returns from me, too. --RobertG ♬ talk 08:05, 19 May 2006 (UTC)

Just a happy Birthday message to you, Bratsche, from the Wikipedia Birthday Committee! Have a great day!

Steveo2 18:39, 19 May 2006 (UTC)

A late happy birthday!

Just a happy Birthday message to you, Bratsche, from the Wikipedia Birthday Commitee!!! Have a great day!

Mr. Turcotte^talk 18:00, 20 May 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Hello

Dakota ~ has smiled at you! Smiles promote WikiLove and hopefully this one has made your day better. Spread the WikiLove by smiling to someone else, whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past or a good friend. Smile to others by adding {{subst:smile}}, {{subst:smile2}} or {{subst:smile3}} to their talk pages. Happy editing!

[edit] Re: Wow

Hi Bratsche, how've you been? Your note really brightened up my day. :) I hope you're doing well in real life, though your presence here is certainly missed. All the best, Sango123 17:27, 3 June 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Admin coaching

Just to let you know I've archived your entry as a volunteer on the admin coaching page, due to your stated inactivity on your userpage. You are of course very welcome to sign up again on your return to editing. Cheers, Petros471 19:57, 11 June 2006 (UTC)

[edit] A short Esperanzial update

As you may have gathered, discussions have been raging for about a week on the Esperanza talk page as to the future direction of Esperanza. Some of these are still ongoing and warrant more input (such as the idea to scrap the members list altogether). However, some decisions have been made and the charter has hence been amended. See what happened. Basically, the whole leadership has had a reshuffle, so please review the new, improved charter.

As a result, we are electing 4 people this month. They will replace JoanneB and Pschemp and form a new tranche A, serving until December. Elections will begin on 2006-07-02 and last until 2006-07-09. If you wish to run for a Council position, add your name to the list before 2006-07-02. For more details, see Wikipedia:Esperanza/June 2006 elections.

Thanks and kind, Esperanzial regards, —Celestianpower ^háblame 16:00, 23 June 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Happy Admin-promotion day

Happy admin-promotion day from the Wikipedia Birthday Committee!

EVOCATIVEINTRIGUE TALKTOME | EMAILME | IMPROVEME 16:17, 1 July 2006 (UTC)

Hello. Happy admin-promotion day. --Bhadani 17:02, 1 July 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Wikipedia awards committee

Check out my comments here, Wikipedia awards committee. Thanks! --evrik 17:35, 6 July 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Dear Bratsche

My dear Bratsche, what an incredibly pleasant surprise to see you again! It's not often I am visited by a living wiki-legend ;) While I am sure you're more than qualified to take part in any wiki process (just pointsomeone who wouldn't think you are to me ! :, I completely understand, and it's totally unimportant; your beautiful and kind words, and the lovely bday wishes you've gifted me are all that matter.

I've read your words regarding Christian spirituality with utmost interest, and I understand they sense perfectly. I wouldn't suggest to take the words at that section literally, tho, dear, as they are intended to be more of a general thought, rather than actual criticism. In fact, there are aspects of Native American spirituality that are much alike to those you express; speculations exist of course regarding the influence of Christian ideas in Native American religion. We'll have to talk more about it in the future; it'd be beautiful to share these ideas with you :)

Once again, thank you from my heart for your extremely kind words, and for taking the time to visit me, dear Bratsche. I hope that soon, you return to contribute on the same regular basis you used to. Valuable and bright people like you are hard to find indeed. Warmest regards, Phaedriel ♥ The Wiki Soundtrack!♪ - 13:59, 30 July 2006 (UTC)

[edit] August Esperanza Newsletter

[edit] September Esperanza Newsletter

[edit] Barnstar

		The Random Acts of Kindness Barnstar
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[edit] November Esperanza Newsletter

[edit] Image:Tim delaughter 203x152.jpg

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[edit] David Ritch

Hi there; I saw that you cleaned up David Ritch last year; it was a candidate for deletion because, but you seemed to save it! I have taken another swipe at the article, and I wonder if you could swing by in the next few days to take a look at it. David Ritch's son, User: Travisritch is about, and I worry about him going nutty and reverting any removals that I made => Edit war, etc. So your input in the next few days would be helpful. Thanks! Shagmaestro 13:17, 9 December 2006 (UTC)

[edit] A request for assistance

Would you support the concept of moving the Earhart "myths" to a separate page or article? The reason for my suggesting this is that the main article should be an accurate and scholarly work while the speculation and conspiracy theories surrounding the disappearance of Amelia Earhart are interesting, they belong in a unique section. Most researchers, as you know, discount the many theories and speculation that has arisen in the years following her last flight. Go onto the Earhart discussion page and register your vote/comments...and a Happy New Year to you as well. Bzuk 03:02 3 January 2007 (UTC).

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[edit] Survey Invitation

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[edit] Hey, I am wondering...

I've come across a lot of vandalism, and have always wanted to do something about it, but I've always had to contact an admin about it. I figured it would be easier if I was an admin, or something. What would I have to do to become an Admin? Thanks, Teh roflmaoer 22:38, 19 March 2007 (UTC)

[edit] Image:JPII_funeral_with_american_flag.jpg listed for deletion

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[edit] Happy Birthday

Hungry? Here's a little snack for you on your birthday, from the Wikipedia Birthday Committee! Have a great day, Bratsche!

Politics rule

Wishing you all the best on your birthday! From the Wikipedia Birthday Committee.

Arnon Chaffin ^{Got a message?☺} 12:33, 18 May 2007 (UTC)

Here's to you on your birthday, Bratsche! From the Wikipedia Birthday Committee! Have a great day!

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[edit] First Edit

Happy First Edit Day, Bratsche, from the Wikipedia Birthday Committee! Have a great day!

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[edit] Admin Coaching Re-confirmation

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[edit] Happy birthday fellow Wikipedian!

The Wikipedia Birthday Committee wishes you a very happy birthday! Enjoy your special day.

Best wishes from Canada  ;-) - --RobNS 01:17, 19 May 2008 (UTC)

	Happy Birthday	from the Birthday Committee
	Wishing Bratsche a very happy birthday on behalf of the Wikipedia Birthday Committee! Don't forget to save us all a piece of cake!

Idontknow610^TM 01:25, 19 May 2008 (UTC)

Sorry to be late. Haven't heard from you in awhile. I hope it was a great birthday. — Ѕandahl 04:04, 21 May 2008 (UTC)