John T

Today went well. Sit down with people and get off the boards if you want things to happen. Then get back on the boards to discuss them and get some more idea's.. but the deals are done on the outside.. and thats what I've always done.. but I'll be the first to admit.. I'm terrible with the internet to get anything done. Take a look at the Picture with Peter King and look to my left... Zone right in on that picture on the wall... Thats the direction I've always been going but its going to accelerate very soon.

Thanks. Going back in for round 2 as soon as I get done with my heat therapy on my knee ahhhhh.. John Orr was right I should have done therapy from the beginning. This story is moving alongside what's real in here. Another publication has called my business phone..now if I can only get some Powerwashing calls :oBut all my yapping and whatever may be printed.. The real deal is moving and that part...is the recognition.

Todays Visit. All I said was Hello and my name.... and there response was... "Oh your the one"..lol This is what happens when you walk in somewhere un-announced.. The staff found my story intriguing.. and its about the Powerwashers.... and its about the good.. its about the volunteering... nothing more... Its not about EPA's, not about licensing, not about the Gov't looking over your shoulder...its about recognition. The country is in turmoil and yet you have guys and gals who volunteer... So now the question... I was asked what do I want from Congressman Peter King.... I told them... So now they take what I have... And now as per there request.. I have to go back... Tomorrow.

Your not kidding. I would've loved for Beth to write this story but she has been a busy bee with her business all year and that takes precedents because that's what she does like most of us do here and that's run her own business with Rod. So these stories went to writers because thats where there bread and butter comes from.

Today is a big day for me and Kathy. We are going to see some more people to further this along. On this one I made my own file on what I'm doing and now I'm going to put it all on the table. The names are in it because there the glue to what keeps this story together. Also today someone on these boards was sent a beautifull picture to present to there hospital of choice. I don't know if he comes to this bb but if he does I'd love to hear how it worked out. So things are moving..now if my knee would heal correctly I can hopefully keep up. Tomorrows my biggest risk yet but I guess the borderline harassment I'm doing to chase this story because in my heart I know it's right.. Has driven me way above and beyond what money could ever do and who knew that ever could happen..but the goodness in here is almost spiritual and I'm so not.. But something is driving me

That part I put on about grants I actually took it off of a gov't site that explains what you were asking. Is it true?? I wouldn't know because I never tried for a grant but I hear it's a tough process that at times is darn near impossible.

I really appreciate that.. I really do. Today where going to my sisters house because where celebrating my Wife and my Goddaughters Birthdays. Where also going to talk about some of the things I have. My Mom especially want me just to enjoy the ride and not go the extra 100 miles because it's all consuming. Kathy is leaning the same way.... Me..I'm torn.. I may just put together this crack staff which would consist of you guys and some others and then end up with hundreds of thousands or as Hillary Clinton said.. "it takes a village"(I met Hillary on a detail but I'm not a nig supporter of her politics) in this case it takes a nation.... The magnitude is enormous.. And it's locked down in my head... And I know to some here it sounds crazy... And I wish it was... So some more decisions will be made this week.. And some people will slowly be brought in if I follow thru and one of them some know her well.... And it's not Beth.. But she is in this industry.. And it's ..... Alot.. And it's draining and all time consuming.... But I can't keep this locked in to much longer... I need for Nashville to get here yesterday.

Good talking to u today Celeste. Sorry if I seemed rushed. My life has been like that for years. 3 couples counting me and Kath were heading out the door for a booze cruise Lady Liberty Cruises - New York Dinner Cruises and Long Island Dinner Cruises when I was talking to you. Then they were sitting in the car and Kath came back in and said it's not right to keep them waiting. Give this time and see where it goes. Everything is moving..

I've been told by Jim Grady a past president of the IWCA that they looked into grants and it couldn't be done or darn near impossible. Today it's just a thought. As for grants Free government grants are funded in one of two ways: the money comes from the taxes we pay and also from private foundations that must give five percent of their assets to stay tax-exempt. So where they come from it looks like there are no other choices... It's getting them is the problem.

Love ya Celeste... Just hang in there...

Hey Celeste your a tough cookie girl. All I can say is hang on and sit tight. One way or another your getting the plaque. As for mending fences you know me..If anything I'm a persistent pain in the rump. I called again today errrr you know who to "take the darn gift" because that's what it is.. But of course in the end when some people make up there minds.. That's it.. But once again.... You know me.. And I push until I can't go no further... And then I push again:) J/k Hang on.. That's all I can really tell ya... And don't let this all drag you down.. Because it will continuously be "work in progress" type thing and anything in any direction can happen at any time..anywhere.

Right on Scott. There would have to be a committee for this and yes I agree that people that volunteer for things tend to not want to be in the spotlight and that is something to consider. I have an odd way of looking at things. Every where you go when there are awards given out you always have "the best of this..the best of that" etc.... And that all makes sense even though in the Arts world alot of them despise that...but on most cases that makes sense. Over here I just read in my newspaper that one of the Universities here that is affiliated with a hospital just awarded this little old lady for all the volunteering she has done.. Those people are special. There's so many dilemmas with this and I'm just spitting out idea's because no matter how you slice it up(figure of speech not meaning you) Especially on the net which I will eventually have to learn to get away from.. This is a tough one to figure out... Example being...try getting a grant just for yourself to do these things. My job gets them multiple times a year. So just with that if this was to ever fly what group do you give this to. But the banging out of idea's is what I like to do at this stage in my life... And your thoughts are always appreciated as are many others because I could never do this...alone.

Whoever plans on attending you may want to check on the room block because I just booked mine and it's filling up fast from what I was told. My last night there I had to persway the receptionist to give me that night on the room block rate because she said it was unavailable.

Besides the Plaque recepients Linda is going to bring 250-300 postcards with a painting of Babe Ruth and her mother which she will sign and also write in a special something for anyone that attends the convention. I really hope all the recepients can put aside there thoughts on orgs and groups and they attend to just meet and greet her. She's one of us that is so down to earth but the stress she deals with has been astronomical which has caused her so many personal problems but she never stops and when you hear more about her you will see why and you will feel her pain and also see her light up the room with her spirit. I will contact all on the list soon to seem if there coming or should I send them there's free of charge. Also one person sadly to say has said he does not want his plaque. I have it in writing and I called him a couple of times and had others talk to him and I texted him numerous times times to call me with zero apologies and can call me any name in the book but just tell me he wants it..and he steadfastly refuses. Linda even said she would call him but I told her no because no one is going to be begged to take this... So we moved on. I tried but the answer remained no... And his tremendous loss.. And we moved on.

Call Jacky for any info. Her contact number is on www.PWNA.org

:o:oHey Rick sweet work.. And your right about heights in our age bracket. Since I turned 50 my body is breaking down like an old pinto with the gas tank that use to explode on fender benders. I blew out my knee just walking along while we were doing a parking garage a couple of weeks ago. A couple of days ago my doc says the knee looks good so far. Today I go for a swim and now my knee and shin area look like they soaked up the water.. Back to the Doc tomorrow... If I get any jobs over a foot off the ground I'll give you a call:D

The daily news link is broken. It had a nice picture of Linda Ruth in it. Babe Ruth's granddaughter, 'The Bambina,' draws applause at Bronx Ferragosto festival BY SAM LEVIN DAILY NEWS STAFF WRITER Monday, September 12th 2011, 4:00 AM Michael Schwartz for News Linda Ruth Tosetti, Babe Ruth's granddaughter, got a standing ovation from revelers at the Ferragosto festival. Yankees were thrown a curveball Sunday when a surprise guest at the Bronx Ferragosto festival turned out to be Babe Ruth's granddaughter. "Babe loved people. He loved bringing people together," Linda Ruth Tosetti told the cheering crowd at the annual Italian celebration on Arthur Ave. "I wish he could be here now." She greeted Bombers fans and handed out drawings of the Bambino that she autographed. "It was surreal," said Theresa Feighery, 25, of Throgs Neck, who used to do customer service work for the Yankees. "It was a big surprise," added Feighery, who came to the festival with her brother Kevin. Tosetti's appearance was an especially special treat for the Feigherys. Their grandparents and parents are buried in the same Westchester County cemetery as the Sultan of Swat. "We told her she has to visit our family grave next time she goes [to the Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Hawthorne]," said Kevin Feighery, 39. He applauded Tosetti's mission of keeping Babe Ruth's legacy alive. "She's telling his story," he said. Tosetti had met Jerome Reguso of the Belmont Business Improvement District months earlier at his pastry shop, Gino's. She said she loved his cannolis and baseball memorabilia. "'Do you like Babe Ruth?' Reguso, one of the festival's organizers, recalled her asking. "'Are you kidding me?' I said. And she said, 'I'm the Bambina.' I couldn't believe it." "I love the Bronx," Tosetti told the Daily News after her speech. Her trip to the Bronx also coincided with the 10th anniversary of 9/11, and Tosetti said she is still haunted by memories of that darkest of days. "It is still unbelievable today," said Tosetti, who lives in Connecticut. "I'm still weeping for the loss of our innocence." She said the memorial built on the footprints of the old World Trade Center buildings is more than just a monument. "It's about the man or woman standing next to you," she said. "People have to remember that we're all connected." Tosetti said she hopes the tragedy of a decade ago will forever motivate New Yorkers and Americans to be better people. "I try to do what my grandfather did on a daily basis: an act of kindness. Put a smile on people's faces," she said.

Linda Ruth Tosetti draws applause in the Bronx NY. http://www.nydailynews.com/ny_local/2011/09/12/2011-09-12_grandbaby_ruth_pops_in_on_parade_the_bambina_draws_standing_ovation_as_surprise_.html The day is coming to meet her and she may very well tell this amazing story she has and I'll explain what it is I'm doing as it relates to the Powerwashing industry. Together we will present the plaques and all recipients that come to Nashville for the PWNA Convention will get as many pics as they want with her and there Plaques. She will also be giving out to all attendees a postcard size picture of a painting of Babe Ruth and Linda's Mother and Linda will sign these and address them to every attendee free of charge. There are no additional or built in charges from the PWNA's Convention for any of this and I along with Linda want to thank the PWNA personally for there cooperation and understanding for allowing this to happen on such short notice considering that there scheduling was already completed.We also would like to thank the *****,TGS and *** for there support in this. Most importantly we can't thank Linda enough for embracing our industry and as for me personally I am still blown away that I met this lady who truly and honestly has a "RUTHIAN HEART" which as great as a baseball player her Grand Father George Herman Ruth-The Babe was He had an even Greater Heart. Besides DNA blood lines....what's apparent here is his Granddaughter Linda has the same heart and thru her tireless efforts, America and Beyond will soon know so much more about Babes Legacy.....and in these turbulent times worldwide this is an amazingly a feel good story.... And the POWER WASHING INDUSTRY to be a part of this.... We are truly BLESSED and that is my sole message to all of you and please except that if you can... This is about Unity and Linda Has united with us....all of us.... Which is why that list is so very diversified... And once again if I offended anyone left off that list I am sorry....but take the positive from this if you can because this is YOUR Industry...and this is your shot... And it's how you handle this when Nashville is over and Linda has moved on.....The powers to be in this country can look back and you may very well and up being a stepping stone to a great national story and that's what I will try to Convey at the Convention.

I just got an email from President George Bush Sr. Personal aid. It has partially accomplish what I am trying to do but like I told many I am flying off the seat of my pants to try and put this together. I made a glaring mistake in there which is I invited the President to come to where ever we are going to go to deliver these plaques. That was a learning mistake. Wishful thinking but I shot to high for the stars on that one when I could have shot something more down to earth which would be a recognition from the President to the Industry at large for all the good they do. Thats one is my bad. I have more things moving but thats for another time. Just to let you guys and gals know at least the President is aware now of you guys and the Plus that you do for each other and for others in need. Thats the start. I'm waiting on a few more important people to respond including George Bush Jr. I need more time to reach further thru better methods such as sitting down for Dinner maybe someday with Peter King and all thats going to happen after next April 28th when one career ends for me.... Law Enforcement. I hope this can stay on the positive but I am fully aware of how some of us including myself can react on the net which isn't the way some of us including myself may react in person. Enjoy the ride. Sir, Thank you for your patience awaiting a response regarding your e-mail below. All of your work to recognize these fine people shows a great deal of caring, compassion, and respect and I am glad to see that people are still pulling together to honor those that should be honored. Unfortunately, at age 87, President Bush simply is not attending many events any more and though I know he is thrilled to hear about the good work you are doing he must regret participation. These days he is spending as much time with family as possible which keeps him close to home, either in Maine or Texas. Again, I really appreciate your patience and I apologize that it’s taken me so long to get back to you. I wish you the best as you pursue this good work for those who are deserving. Sincerely, Jim Appleby Aide to President Bush

Just a little bit more info from a question Mark asked me on the Powerwashnetwork bb. Mark there out there. Its the way these things go. Some of it is very hurtful... And you sure don;t want the drama here and Carlos is running a tight ship here which is one of the many reasons he is getting a plaque. Mark I knew this story was going to be huge but its a heavy burden to bare. Linda thinks its destiny how stuff happens in life... and our lives crossed for a reason. I can't re-lease much yet but I can tell you this. Linda has opened up to me about an amazing amount of historic info. She has told me all about her family. She has told me.....alot. Tonight alone her and I were on the phone 4 hrs. I can give you bits of info and as this story grows the burden I have increases. But I hate anytype of spot light so I am very leary of that. But this is some of the tip of the iceberg. You have Tom Hanks Production company involved, You have stuff of such historic value to this country. What there family is now going to do is entrust me to have and look at and let it soak into my slow brain this historic stuff thats in a box which is earmarked for President Obama. Its a box of unprecidented historic documents. She already has the literature of what Presidents promised and what ended up happening.... so Now I'm getting this. Along with this I am trying like heck to take this industry on this ride. Linda has a tremendous burden to bare and now I'm getting it. Mark I don't want anything. I don't want to be in any stories, I don't want any money, I don't want any recognition and a sane man would not want this burden.... but I have to much info and now I am on par with her and what happened to her on her mothers death bed. This is alot. I'm saying to much already.... but initially all I wanted was to get some good people in this industry recognized for the good they have done in this industry.... and even though some who were left off that I had no knowledge about and even yourself Mark I'm starting to bare a tremendous burden.....and I have apologize repeatdly to many. Linda told me tonight that she has let go and its all in basically Gods hands.... and that box will be in my hands and she did say that even though her and her husband Andy trust me completely I don't have to do this..... and its heart breaking... But hey look I let people down in the past. Most people I dealt with I had good experiences with but some in this industry I feel I let them down. I took a PWNA BOD position years ago because I was asked. I knew I didn't have the time of day for that but I could'nt turn down the President Chris Detter back then who called me. He was kind of surprised that I was what many considered to be a part timer because I had another job...he didn't know that until I told him when he called. He still said that even though all the other BOD's are fulltimers he would be honored if I accepted the nomination...so I did knowing full well I can't give the time that I would give for other things in my life. I got thru a 3 yr rocky term and recieved accomindation for it because I never quit but in my heart it wasnt fair to them that I served while I had another job and was my Union VP(soon to be president) and I Powerwashed. If you know anything about that time frame I got into some heated things because I went into there with the attitude that I represent the small guys out there... So I tangled with some of the big players... Some my fault and some there's... but I should have not let myself get like that. The ***** I just went up and quit and let people down especially considering I very rarely quit anything.... So I said to myself if I can ever do anything positive for this industry if the situation presents itself...I'm going to do it. I owe some people that... but I never expected something so small would turn out to be a monster. And then when I pieced it together in my head I took a radical step to bring as many guys as I can with me. These guys represent a very diversified group. I picked all of them because I was given that opportunity...but it became a heavy burden... and now as I move along The Babe Ruth Family with Linda at the helm see's I guess how determined I am to give back to an industry that was good to me. So her and I connect immiedetly. She is off the charts for what she is doing for her Grandfather and non if it is about the money...its about doing something for him that he deserves... and Now I am involved in that. To see first hand what Presidents did what and to also soon have what Obama may be getting is mind boggeling and completely overwhelming.. But as in life there are things that happened and there are risk that are taken. I'm going to try thru some people I've met over the years and also hopefully by the end of the day with this industry's blessing to accomplish 2 large task. The first one is done and thats the plaques...the second one... well thats the game changer and if it all works out like I have it in my head I'm going to try and get it kicked back to this industry for it to be known that is was a huge stepping stone to get there. And thats what I'm dealing with.... and I have some things to announce soon... and in a perfect world if this works and they sneak peak into our industry there going to see alot of good here..... So brace yourself for the ride because its coming and I haven't forgotten all the ones I left out including this bb and guys like yourself... and If I can make it where the Powerwashing Industry spurred this on... thats exactly what I'm going to do. This country is bogged down over bad political party line issues. One side is always right and the other side is always wrong attitude and nothing gets done. I'm going into this with the mindset of we should work together or at least respect one another and I am not going to be swayed one way or another because I am going to do the right thing which many times is very easy to see. And part of the reason I'm going in there with that attitude is because of what I saw on CD's and what I read about on the net what was happening in Houston with the Powerwashers. I can thank Doug ********** from here who reported alot of what was going on there and also Michael Hinderliter who showed Video of what was going on there. The part I didn't like there was how we as an industry was starting to turn on each other when we should have been more supportive of each other. When you turn on each other and say this guy is wrong or that guy is wrong and yet your all fighting for the same end result you get grid lock.... just like this country is in now. So for better or worse and I have to believe its for the better I am taking this industry in as one and not divided like this country is. We are not each others enemies and if some want to believe that then its going to hurt them and this industry like the same whats going on inside of our country... So that is what I'm going in with and hopefully I come out with the results I'm looking for. I'm rambeling but you asked..and I feel a bit relieved to tell you because the load is coming right back on. And I'm going to take this response to you and put it on other sites I go to because I'm getting warn out trying to explain this when I can't yet release all what I have. Thanks Mark.

Linda Ruth Tosetti will be presenting those "Recognition" Plaques in person along with also saying a few things and of course meeting and greeting all of the people in attendance. I'll have more on this and what else that may be in store later this week.

Whatever Roberts reasons are there has never been anyone that I have known in this industry who was even close to Roberts Knowledge when it comes to Powerwashing and our Environment. Personally I can't thank Robert enough in helping me understand what the proper procedures are to cleaning thru his tested tried and true BMP's. Thanks Robert for what you set out to do and what you have accomplished.

Whatever Roberts reasons are there has never been anyone that I have known in this industry who was even close to Roberts Knowledge when it comes to Powerwashing and our Environment. Personally I can't thank Robert enough in helping me understand what the proper procedures are to cleaning thru his tested tried and true BMP's. Thanks Robert for what you set out to do and what you have accomplished.

Hey Rick it looks you sure had fun with the picture showing you cracking the smile for us:cool: I use to go up there when I was a kid and we use to camp out there somewhere. I remember the Adirondack caves. They were cool and a great experience for any kid or adult much more so then veggin on the laptop that I am doing now...... I think will take my dogs on there first vaca like that next year... I;ve done it before out of season and I may do it again....lake George....or better yet where you are now. Do you know of any Cabins they rent up there for my family and my 2 chocolate labs who should be done eating couches by then...DOUGH!!!!!

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