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  • Sometimes It Is What It Is... All Stars Die...

    Few of you know about me. But now, you'll learn just a little more about me. Always greatful and appreciate good people. But unfortunately, I easily get bored of things. I have been a numismatist, a handyman, a family vlogger, a website designer, an artist and even a boxer and now, continue to serve in a good way for my community. I have a very active mind and I'm always jumping into things fast! Specially when people tell me "I can't do something or to find something better to do" like a couple of people have said to me on here. I usually end up proving people wrong but eventually move on.

    The Fig hobby has been an amazing journey but has gotten to me and has become one of those hobbies. I'm pretty much ready to move on. I have a nice collection, thrown quite a few but will let the rest grow to give out and eventually sell some copies before I get rid of most of them. I will however keep about 5-10 of them to trial further or try new methods to hopefully make them work better here in the South East.

    This desicion in no way has to do with any member. I love people in the community. I appreciate the generosity and how kind many of you have been to me. I'm not interested in being a seller or a "pro". I just wanted to learn, grow a couple of varieties, make others happy and give back, as I always have. Ofcourse, many of also know I've had no shame in putting out what in my opinion have been trash or corrupt (that will never change) websites, persons or sellers.

    Fig Database, as much info as it has acquired is still there for anyone who wants to use it, as it stands. Thank you to all of you who have contributed and continue to do so. You're a huge help to the community.

    I may post here every once in a while but it may not be of much help or worth anything. But, I'll always be a member and answer anyone who contacts me. I dont easily forget friends or good people so with that said, enjoy the hobby, have fun with it, share your experience and learn as much as possible.

    Love yall, thank yall and hope you understand.

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    Hope you enjoyed my time while I was around, trying to be helpful. Specially thanks for WillsC , eboone and @TorontoJoe

    - Rigo
    The World's largest and most advanced online fig variety database, providing valuable information for fig collectors.
    Last edited by Rigo007; 07-29-2021, 07:58 PM.

  • #2
    I really appreciate having the Fig Database. It is a great resource. If you no longer enjoy what you are doing/growing there is nothing wrong with moving on. Sometimes a break is needed with a later return; other times you just move on. Thank you for what you have contributed.
    NNJ 6B
    Wishlist: Cessac!

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    • #3
      I love your videos on your channel hopefully continue posting videos
      https://youtube.com/channel/UC5h21iFO5_6U1a3xBGI09RA

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      • #4
        You seem like a cool dude. Best of luck to you, I’m sure you’ll do well in whatever is next.

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        • #5
          Cheers, and good luck in your next endeavor!
          Zone 10b, Long Beach CA
          Creator of The Original Wasp In Fly Out (WIFO) Bags
          Wish list: Bebera Branca

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          • #6
            If you ever find yourself in the North East hit me up, we’ll get together for whiskey and Cigars bro!

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            • Rigo007
              Rigo007 commented
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              I'd love that, thanks.

          • #7
            Good luck! I always appreciated your energy. Take care.
            FigLife: www.figlife.com
            www.youtube.com/figlifedotcom
            Sacramento, CA - zone 9b

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            • #8
              Rigooooooo!!! you'll be missed man. Hopefully, you'll come on once and a while and update us!
              Zone 7a - South Jersey
              Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCel...ehDsH0vkGLbj6Q

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              • #9
                I wish you the best in your next endeavor. It has been great reading your post
                SW TN 7B Wish list: Boysenberry Blush, Coll de Dama Mutante, Madeira Island Black, Cravens Craving, Malibu Greek and Fico Giallo. Any fig I can grow and Happy Days

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                • #10
                  Rigo, I hope you will keep other far South growers posted about what works for you

                  You will be missed here
                  Ed
                  SW PA zone 6a

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                  • #11
                    I understand man. Don't ever change and good luck!
                    Mike Lamonte

                    Louisiana Zone 8/9. W/L Caprifigs of old and new ones to trial.

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                    • #12
                      Northern VA, Zone 7a

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                      • #13
                        Stick with the bottle of whiskey, skip the sleeping tablets, and you'll forever be a shooting star...😁

                        Thanks for spending some time with us, and feel free to drop in and just say hi now snd then.
                        “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” – Source Unknown MA 5b/6a
                        Part Owner at Catskill Mountain Lavender

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                        • #14
                          Thanks Rigo, The "stroz" you sent me about a year ago has 2 figs on it, looking forward to trying it, I appreciate the help.
                          Zone 10a - San Diego County WL: Ondata,Tia Penya, CDDN, Feather River, De Tres Esplets, CCN https://sandiegofruitfarm.com/
                          youtube.com/Rooted1

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                          • Rigo007
                            Rigo007 commented
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                            I got Stroz from Deborah (the founder) herself and had the honor of speaking with her for some time. It was an honor acquiring the variety directly from her.

                        • #15
                          I am a nwbie but read some of your posts. Sorry to see you go but I wish for you "Fair winds and following seas".
                          LuisZ, Zone 8B, El Paso, TX
                          WL: CLBC, Atreano, Moscatel Preto, Goute d'Or

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                          • #16
                            Thanks for all your contributions to the fig community and good luck in the future.
                            Jennings, Southwest Louisiana, Zone 9a

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                            • #17
                              Always enjoyed your posts, We will all miss you, good luck in your new endeavors and as many have said, drop in anytime we’ll be looking for ya!
                              Millersville Maryland
                              zone 7b

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                              • #18
                                Hope you will keep sharing your growing experience Rigo007. There are not enough Florida growers.
                                C.Florida 9B WL: I-258 , Black Ischia, Ham Rham, Ghoudane , Moro de Caneva

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                                • #19
                                  Rigo007 never met you but greatly apreciate the energy and humor you have donated to this obscure but tasty hobby ,YOU WILL BE MISSED !
                                  Zone 10a So. Calif. W.L. Super tasty new finds !

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                                  • #20
                                    I read all your posts and watched all your you tube clips to learn about figs. Thank you for sending me I-258 too. It's figging this year. We will certainly miss your energy.

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                                    • #21
                                      You have a heart of gold, Rigo.
                                      Please know how much you are appreciated and that you will be greatly missed.
                                      Piney Point Village, Zone 8b
                                      W/L- Allix, Calderona

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                                      • #22
                                        Rigo!!! I’m so glad we have gotten to know each other. You’re one of a kind and, figs or not, I’ll be in touch on a regular basis. You’re my bro!!
                                        Eric - Lebanon, TN Zone 7a

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                                        • #23
                                          Figdatabase is my go-to for info and really enjoy your videos! You are greatly appreciated and will be sorely missed! Good luck on your continued journey in life!

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                                          • #24
                                            I was going to hit the like button on this, but couldn't allow myself to do it.
                                            Definitely not going to be the same without you, but certainly wish you and your family the very best!

                                            As a newbie that started out 3 years ago, I have personally benefited from having you around.
                                            So for what it's worth, thank you for investing in this community. Because in doing so, you (and others) have helped a farm town boy in Ohio to find his passion and love for figs!!!
                                            Zone 6a
                                            Wish List: Zaffiro, Figoin

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                                            • #25
                                              Cheers, Rigo!
                                              I have enjoyed your posts and enthusiasm.

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                                              Bill
                                              New Madrid, Mo. Z7

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                                              We all bleed fig-honey!

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