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One of my all time favorite Christmas stories is “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens. It was first published in 1843 and was an instant hit. I believe it was, and still is so popular because of its message “It is never too late to treat others as you would like to be treated”

Here is a quote from the book by Dickens himself …

 I HAVE endeavoured in this Ghostly little book, to raise the Ghost of an Idea, which shall

not put my readers out of humour with themselves, with each other, with the season, or with me.

May it haunt their houses pleasantly, and no one wish to lay it.

Their faithful Friend and Servant,

C. D.
December, 1843.

I like this book so much I downloaded and published a copy so I could give it to you as a Christmas Gift.

Download it here and “God Bless us, Every One!”

A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens

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Guess who’s another year older on March 5th?

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Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

This is a message sent to Twisted Finster Insiders newsletter subscribers this morning. I hope you like it.

Poundin Paul

You have undoubtedly heard that we should be thankful for what we have. I heard Omelette and Finster (and Kate) talking about it on the radio on the way to work this morning.

Since I am in the mood for giving thanks lately I thought I should share my take on the whole gratitude thing.

We all have things we are thankful for but I’ll bet it’s a short list.

Let me explain.

It’s easy to be thankful for your kids, your house, your job, your mate, your family…

But what about your jerk boss who didn’t give you the raise you deserve, or your asshole neighbor who never returned the chain saw?

Or the sister in law who owes you that $50 and never paid?

Or that girlfriend or spouse who dragged you through all ugly breakup or divorce?

How about that cop who gave you the ticket you didn’t deserve?

We all have a list of things in our lives that we call bad but it doesn’t have to be.

Since every experience has contributed to your advancement why not include it in your gratitude?

There is a different way you can look at it…
Be thankful for not getting that raise and being satisfied with your lousy job. Maybe you shouldn’t be in the job your in after all and getting that raise would have kept you from looking for a better one.

Be thankful because you are now more careful with your money and whom you loan it to.

Be thankful for your new insights in what you need in a relationship and what you it takes to make a good one.

Thank that cop for keeping you from getting in an accident because you were in too much of a hurry to pick the kids up at soccer practice. Now you are a more careful driver.

I know, it does sound difficult but it really does work.

And what about forgiveness?

All the things you call bad in your life really could be blessings in disguise, you just need to look for the good in the bad.

Being thankful for EVERYTHING focuses you on the positive things you want in life.

You just may find that focusing on the things you want instead of what you don’t want will…

Bring About More of What You Want In Life!

Crazy?

Maybe…

Well that’s enough said for now. Now for that gift I was talking about.

I read a short ebook that expands on what I was just telling you about.

It is perhaps the most useful thing I have read about gratitude and forgiveness. Go ahead and click on the link and save it to your computer, print it out and read it often.

It might just give you a small advantage and make a difference. It did for me…

It’s only 18 pages so you should be able to read it in a few minutes.

==> http://twistedfinster.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/PowerofGratitude.pdf
Let me know what you think about it.

Moving on to you, I would like to thank you for being a Twisted Finster Insider,
the boys and I really do appreciate your support and everything you do for us.

Have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving.

See you at our show tonight in Interlochen and our next show at Boyne Mountain
on New Years Eve.

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It’s Poundin Paul with a special invitation to a private event destined to become a Thanksgiving Tradition…

Let me explain.

Remember a month or so ago when I hinted at a possible party on Thanksgiving Eve?

You do? Good!

This party has been a tradition that started way back in the old days of Al Capone. It fizzled out over the years and then…

That tradition started up again in 1969, over 40 years ago! It became a tradition and again came to a screaching halt about 15 years ago!

Many have fond memories of the Thanksgiving Eve Party at the Fireplace Inn. I was talking to Jelloman Friday night and he remembers being there many times. But he can’t seem to remember exactly how he got home ;-o). . . I can relate!

Well, I am happy to tell you the “Celebration of Gratitude” is back!

Celebration of Gratitude 2009

Stay with me now!

Yesterday, I got confirmation from Molly (the owner) that I could send you, Twisted Finster Insiders, an invitation first. She even gave me special permission to offer you the best deal possible before offering it to the public.

Why?

She is doing it as a special favor to me because I helped her with some of the arrangements.

Especially the music part.

You do remember Band X from the party at Carpetmaster’s house don’t you?

That was the first time Twisted Finster appeared “incognito” as “Band X”.

Finster had such a good time because it was a non-KLT event! Finster even gave himself a new nickname, “Feedback!” (Some guy even called me Hammerin’ Paul ;-o)

It was fun because there was no pressure and no possibility of the boss coming down on him for “mis-representing” the radio station.

Finster liked it so much he wanted to do it again, but bigger. That’s when he heard about The Fireplace Inn, Thanksgiving Eve Tradition.

Be careful what you ask for, I always say!

So, Molly has arranged a private party for you at The Fireplace Inn. It is set for Wednesday, November 25, Thanksgiving Eve at 8:00PM to celebrate music, to give thanks and to feed hungry people.

Featuring music from Band X (and much more!)

==> in a hurry? http://www.UBUClub.org

That’s right, your very own, private, rock concert at The Fireplace Inn on Thansgiving Eve!

I know what you’re thinking.

“I didn’t think the Fireplace Inn was even open. Is it really? Should I go there?”

I know, I thought the same thing…

It’s true. The place has gone through a lot in the past 15 years or so, but not because of lack of interest or effort.

I can’t go into all of that right now but you can ask Molly and she’ll tell you the whole story, I promise!

The truth is… despite what you may have heard…

The Fireplace Inn has a rich history of awesome music and celebrations… Especially the Thanksving Eve, Celebration of Gratitude!

Plus, with all the negative news lately, why not give thanks for what we DO have?

Enough said? Good!

You might also be surprised that it is a members only party!

Wait a minute! Don’t go just yet. You don’t want to miss this part… so pay attention…

What does “members only” mean for you?

It means, in order to attend, you need to become a member of Molly’s UBU Club!

But don’t worry… It IS a formality, one with VERY BIG benefits… and…

the good news is you can become a member of The UBU Club online, right now, for less than you would spend for a lunch for two at the Happy Hog or House of Doggs.

Why be a member at all you say?

==> http://www.UBUClub.org

First, the UBU Club is a private club. And that means, because you are a member, you are permitted to bring your favorite beverages to this and future events with…

No Hassle, No Added Expense, No Hiding Your Bottle… NO SHIT?

Just like a private party at your friends house, but on a much larger scale, with live music and other cool stuff.

Imagine a private rock concert in a private place with your friends where you can enjoy your favorite beverage, food and more?

How much would that normally cost in the bars? $50-60, or $100 or more?

UBU Club Membership alone is going to save you money

$20-30 bucks in one night? Maybe more? Especially over time! You bet!

Second, you get a copy of The UBU Club Newsletter which gets you advanced notice of all future events and private invitations like this one.

Third, a lifetime membership (for pennies on the dollar) entitles you to attend future UBU Club sponsored events for a small cover charge (usually $5-10).

Plus, membership means you can even go to the Fireplace Inn and hang out with friends for just $5 almost anytime.

And you can get a regular membership and ticket for the party for just $10 or get the VIP treatment for $20 for a limited time.

Not too shabby eh?

Either way it’s a good deal you won’t find anywhere.

Now this deal at this price ain’t gonna last forever. That’s why you have to act now to take advantage of this offer.

What’s the hurry?

Because Molly wants to make a meaningful donation to the local food bank in time for Thanksgiving and also has to know in advance how many people to prepare for and to cover the deposit for the band.

She wants to do this Celebration of Gratitude right!

Got it? Good!

So go ahead and claim your membership now at:

==> http://www.UBUClub.org

(You may want to grab a VIP membership and get the VIP Treatment, I did ;-o)

And stay tuned… I’ll tell you some more stuff about the celebration and who has signed up so far (will it be you?)

Rock on and see you at the Celebration!

Poundin Paul

PS. Let me break it down for you like this:

• Private party
• Just $10 bucks gets you in, $20 gets you the VIP treatment
• Bring your own drinks
• Live Music and more
• Thanksgiving Eve
• Help Families Eat Turkey
• RSVP now before the price goes up
• Get free gifts!
• (call Jelloman and ask about his pre-party)
• Even if you don’t attend the Celebration the membership is too good to pass up

PPS. This is a time sensitive offer so go to http://www.UBUClub.org and reserve your membership at a special price right now!

PPPS. Send this email to your friends if you think they might be interested.

PPPPS. Proceeds from the event will benefit local food banks and help people in need right here in our community eat Turkey this Thanksgiving.

==> http://www.UBUClub.org go here now!

I am offering a sameless bribe to get you to become a Twisted Finster Insider too. See the form below? Go ahead and enter your name and primary email to become an insider too!

Here are your gifts!

Twisted Finster Debut Audio – Never Played

Go there now an laugh you ass off!

Another Gift For You Crafty Ones

If you were at Kamp Omelette you know we all had campground signs. I made my sign with a cool piece of software I found the Internet called Rasterbator.

No lie.

Last night I made a special gift for you to download to your computer and print on your printer.

Here’s what to do.

Download the file and save it to your computer. Print it on your printer. Then trim it using the guidelines on the pages.

Assemble the pages and attach it to some cardboard or your wall (or whatever you crafty people do

Bring your poster to Sunday’s show and you might win a Twisted Finster Pin or T-Shirt!

UPDATE: The person with best poster will win a t-shirt and the second best one will win a pin. Judged by Finster during the show.

Take a picture of your poster on your wall and post it on Facebook and earn a chance to win a pin next week!

Here is the link. Beware this file is about 5MB so if you have dial up it may take a bit to download. (If you have any problems with the file send me an email)

Twisted Finster Poster

Have fun with it and most of all have a SAFE and Happy 4th of July

Oh yeah, fill out the form below and become an INSIDER!

I want to extend to the same gifts to you our Nations Birthday as a token of our appreciation.

If you want to become a Twisted Finster INSIDER just fill your name and email in the form below. You will get inside information from the band before anyone else does (assuming I can get Finster to let me know before he opens leaks it on KLT

You will get access to videos, audios and other cool stuff we dream up and behind the scenes information before the public does.

Does that interest you?

In the meantime here are some gifts for you.

Twisted Finster Debut Audio – Never Played at our first Show EVER!

Go there now an laugh your ass off!

Another Gift For You Crafty Ones

If you were at Kamp Omelette you know we all had campground signs. I made my sign with a cool piece of software I found the Internet called Rasterbator.

No lie.

Last night I made a special gift for you to download to your computer and print on your printer.

Here’s what to do.

Download the file and save it to your computer. Print it on your printer. Then trim it using the guidelines on the pages.

Assemble the pages and attach it to some cardboard or your wall (or whatever you crafty people do

Bring your poster to Sunday’s show and you’ll win a Twisted Finster Pin or T-Shirt!

Here is the link. Beware this file is about 5MB so if you have dial up it will take a bit to download. (If you have any problems with the file send me an email)

Twisted Finster Poster

Have fun with it and most of all have a SAFE and Happy 4th of July

Oh yeah, become a Twisted Finster INSIDER Today! You won’t regret it. Just fill out the form below.

I received the new t-shirts today and they rock! The new design looks awesome. The new printer did a really nice job.

So far I have shipped the shirts to the 21 “early bird” buyers of the new t-shirts. You should have seen Finster’s face when I told him we sold out within only a few hours.

He knows how cool these t-shirts are and how the “the people” will really like them not only to show their pride in displaying the Twisted Colors but also being a true Nothern Michigan rock-n-roll fan.

I really do appreciate your help and so does everyone in the band as well as AC Paw and Food to the Rescue.

Here’s what it’s all about. . .

You see, I have a real dilemma… I GOOFED! .

Let me explain, when we were at Kamp Omelette, Finster asked me to take care of getting t-shirts for our headlining gig during the Cherry Festival on July 5.

We will be selling them at the Cherry Fest gig to raise money for the charities we support.

You already which ones they are, but just a reminder we provide support to AC Paw and Food Rescue.

Finster sent me a message on Facebook

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