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In Memoriam: Hal Arnold
The pen world lost one of their best repairers last winter when Hal Arnold died after a lengthy illness. I corresponded with Hal from time to time over the past 8 years and his letters were always refreshing. His view of life and his standards for behavior, whether repairing pens or dealing with people, were not welcomed by all. He truly believed that "good enugh" wasn't and strove to meet the highest standards of workmanship and friendship.
Hal was sometimes abrasive -- he had little patience for people who abused relationships or settled for doing less than their best. However, to those who tried to be the best they could be, he was a friend and support. I found him to be encouraging and warm even when demanding that something be done better. Many others also had this experience with Hal, but not everyone did. Those who found him gruff or unyielding need to understand that the standards he set for himself were higher than those he set for others. At times I felt that all he really required from others was that they be honest, trustworthy and loyal. Other shortcomings he could accept as long as you tried to excel and dealt with others in a truthful manner. Those who approached him with sincerity found him to be quite warm and generous.
Regardless of what anyone thought of his behavior and attitude, all agreed that he was one of the great pen restorers, especially when dealing with Parker Vacumatics. I'll think of him every time I see a Vac which needs loving work but I'll miss him most when I think of the letters which I won't receive and the conversations we can't have. Rest in peace, Hal.
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Phenomenology & a Fountain Pen
"I say that my fountain-pen is black, and I see it as black under the sun's
rays. But this blackness is less the sensible quality of blackness than a
sombre power which radiates from the object, even when it is overlaid with
reflected light, and it is visible only in the sense in which moral
blackness is visible. The real colour persists beneath appearances as the
background persists beneath the figure, that is, not as a seen or thought-of
quality, but through a non-sensory presence. Physics and also psychology
give an arbitrary definition of colour, which in reality fits only one of
its modes of appearance and has for long obscured the rest."
Phenomenology of Perception, M. Merleau-Ponty, trans. Colin Smith
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Customer Testimonials
I often receive feedback from customers and I enjoy reading these messages very much. I try to provide the best customer service combined with low prices, and customer feedback helps me know whether I'm reaching my goals. I have decided to share some of the messages I receive, and I've printed portions below. These are unsolicited comments, and no one received any type of compensation for the remarks or for the publication of the remarks.
"I am so impressed with the excellent and quick manner in which I received the pens I ordered. Your service is GREAT!" [D.H.]
"M.B. told me about you and even sent me one of your pens.
I love it so much, I had to buy more. I'm so excited.
Thanks for everything" [B.R.]
"Many thanks for your quick shipment and notification.
Looking forward to our doing business again." [J.M.]
"Pensations is a WONDERFUL seller. I'm telling my friends, 'This is the place to buy your pens'" [P.T.]
"You are much more than a correct and agreeable seller -- you are A TRUE GENTLEMAN" [S.N.]
"... very friendly and you delivered as promised" [T.J.]
"I'm a repeat customer and I commend you as a conscientious seller" [C.S.]
"I will be back again -- you are 100% the best" [G.T.]
"Dealing with you is very nice, you provide quality products always" [P.B.]
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Pensations is
located in beautiful and historic Danville,
Kentucky.
Danville offers a wealth of historical, educational and cultural
institutions and activities. Danville is home to Centre
College
(site of the 2000 Vice Presidential debate), Pioneer
Playhouse
(now in its 58th year) and the Great
American Brass Band Festival.
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