Guys I don't know where to even start this post. And it's going to be long. For those of you I didn't meet, my name is Milan, and I am the graphic designer and mixologist for a small company out of Calgary, Alberta called True Northern. We decided to scrounge up every bit of cash we could, spend a ton of money on a booth and printing for CVE. We were terrified. While people love us for our inventive and creative complex mixtures, we had serious doubts about trying to even push into a larger market than we were already in, and had no idea how we would be received.

We have never been to an expo, let alone really too far out of Calgary. I am an anxious mess and really struggle talking to new people, and I had to play a sales person this weekend which is something I'm not used to. But every single one of you I met, made this one of the most memorable weekends of my young life this far. And I wanted to thank all of you from the deepest part of my heart to the very tips of my immaculately waxed moustache.

First off probably the dudes I annoyed the most this weekend as I spent every free moment at their booth, my main men and yer favourites, /u/aepko and /u/baggedmilk . Alex put this whole thing into perspective for me. Not only is he one of the most down to earth people and easy to talk to folks I've ever met, but I shit you not this guy has done nothing but help guide me all weekend. As a young business that is just now starting to grow, we've been flying blind and his guidance and mentor ship will be critical in us moving forward. I can't thank this guy enough for everything he has taught me. Nick is my fucking dude. Hes best friend materiel, dope as folk get.

/u/majorvapes & /u/thevaporist it was an absolute pleasure to meet the two of you, especially at the same time! Major, I truly hope you enjoy the new flavours, I look forward to hearing your thoughts, we worked hard on the authenticity and I know you appreciated that, and I thank you for the support!!! Phil, my man, we will be seeing you at Toronto, hopefully with a double booth!

/u/evilklownz , /u/fumanchuaeon, /u/Corycher and /u/totalicon it was such a pleasure meeting you guys. Some of the most unique and lovely people I have ever met. I never expected to get the response I did from you fellows, and I can't thank you enough for putting up with my obnoxious pitches hahaha.

If I missed anyone let me know, because I want to personally thank you for your love and support with our wacky bullshit, and I hope our juices put a smile on your face :)

Edit: Fuck me, my dude /u/vendetta44, absolutely killer flavours! I didn't even know you were from Calgary, we gotta bro out and mix sometime! And /u/totalicon it was awesome meeting you too!

Big love to everyone. You've all made my life a little richer.

Milan