Amy's Blog : dwight

Dwight and Dilbert Dream Big

Amy Unger — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 18:19:00 GMT

For those of you new to my blog, allow me to introduce Dwight and Dilbert, the traveling waterfowl. These rubber duckies have been wandering the country for almost 2 years now, and have seen some pretty amazing sites while in the care of our dedicated forum members. It gives us all a chance to get to know each other better, and learn about places found in each other's back yards.

Last week, the twosome were seen marveling at the Space Shuttle Atlantis as it was getting ready for launch at NASA's Vehicle Assembly Building, the largest one story building in the world. The kind of place where we can finally learn whether or not a duck's quack echos.

Photo courtesy of forum member jtkinney from Merritt Island, FL

Dwight and Dilbert: Gone with the Wind

Amy Unger — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 19:59:00 GMT

The saga of the traveling ducks continues. I've been jealous of their adventures so far, but never so much as I am now because they have been spotted swimming near a Little Rock landmark featured in the opening credits of one of my all-time favorite movies (seen at the 1:35 mark). In fact, Pugh's Old Mill is believed to be the only remaining structure from that film.

All of a sudden I'm in the mood for some popcorn.

photo courtesy of forum member kj5dq

Dwight and Dilbert: A Sundae Stroll

Amy Unger — Mon, 25 May 2009 14:00:00 GMT

After nearly a 5 month hiatus, the ducks were spotted at the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis, absorbing some culture in the form of a giant spoon and 1200 pound cherry. No word as to whether or not they had whipped cream with that.

photo courtesy of wuzzzer

Next stop: Cabot, Arkansas!

New Klipsch Website...coming soon!

Amy Unger — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 21:07:00 GMT

You may have noticed some sporadic blogging from me these past few weeks. Rest assured I am still here, and still willing to be your window into the World of Klipsch. I have been preoccupied due to setting a pretty steep deadline for myself in completing my part of the Jamo website redesign, which is progressing nicely!

Soon I will be freed up to concentrate on Klipsch.com and the myriad of things we would like to see for this site - including more interaction with our customers, focus on our history, and better definition of our place in the speaker industry - all good things we are very excited about!

In the meantime, where are those pesky ducks?? Here's an alternate shot from their last stop with forum member Tom Adams:

Dwight and Dilbert: Local Cuisine

Amy Unger — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 18:42:00 GMT

It turns out the ducks weren't lost at all, but rather savoring the milder Georgia weather. Good idea, since they are now on their way to Minnesota. I hope they are still wearing their stockings.

Here they are taking a look at, and a whiff of, Tom's "almost world famous" collard greens. Although not a common staple for Hoosiers, these greens are quite popular throughout the south. They even have a festival held in their honor not too far from the location of this picture.

I can't say I'm too fond of anything green, leafy, and above refrigerator temperature, but these actually look quite tasty.

Photo courtesy of Tom Adams

Home Base

Amy Unger — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 19:00:00 GMT

I think Dwight's mom and little brother are getting worried.

Dwight: A Look Back

Amy Unger — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 15:56:00 GMT

To get everyone in the mood for tomorrow, let's take a look back at Dwight's visit with forum member Iain (seti) last Thanksgiving. Here you can see two lovely birds posing for the camera. Be sure to view the carnage that followed a mere few hours later.

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!

Happy Anniversary, Dwight!

Amy Unger — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 18:35:00 GMT

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It was one year ago today that Dwight set off on his North American Tour to visit some of our favorite forum members. Which is amazing to me since I've only received 8 photos so far. Talk about your lag time!

But thank goodness those who did send me a photo sent me several, so I can pick up the slack with a bonus here and there. Like this one taken by fini in Napa Valley. Lovely.

The Return of Dwight and Dilbert: Napa Valley, USA

Amy Unger — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 13:57:00 GMT

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After partaking in wine tasting festivities at the beautiful and appropriately named Duckhorn winery, the wandering ducks made a spectacle of themselves posing with a Klipsch horn in the window of the Estate House wine cellar. Someone please remind them they are not in Amsterdam.

Photo courtesy of fini

Next stop: Georgia!

Blogging, and a Bonus Dwight Photo

Amy Unger — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 17:29:00 GMT

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I'm going to blog about blogging today. That sounds so weird...especially if I had said it just a few years ago. It actually sounds a little painful.

I was told this morning that I need to do more blogging, if you can believe that. I love doing this, and the fact that it's part of my job makes it even cooler. So hopefully I'll be able to post a lot more Klipsch-related things, as well as semi-personal things, since I can allot more time to my little corner of the internet.

What I want to ask, and why I'm blogging about blogging, is what do you want to hear about and/or see? Send me suggestions either by email or in the comment section of this entry.

In the meantime, and since the ducks have been MIA for two months now (FINI!), here is a bonus photo from forum member Daddy Dee's visit with my fine-rubber-feathered friends at the Klipsch distribution center back in March.

Dwight and Dilbert, On the Rocks

Amy Unger — Thu, 29 May 2008 17:55:00 GMT

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After a rocky start to their nationwide tour, the traveling ducks are rolling along nicely now. Here they are hiking the steep climb to Red Rocks Amphitheatre, not far from Denver, Colorado. Being a huge fan of Colorado and mountains in general, I can say that I am profoundly envious of my fine feathered-friends about now. I'd be willing to bet that is one fantastic venue for taking in a show.

Interesting side note: I received a couple additional humorous photos of the duo, one where they appeared to be giving a concert to an empty theatre, and another in the arms of an incredibly good sport, who happened to be Wyoming's Secretary of State. My decision is final: I will be posting a photo gallery of all the extra shots I have received after their tour is complete. Stay tuned!

Next Stop: California!

Photo courtesy of gonzp

Dwight and Dilbert Pay Tribute to a Hero

Amy Unger — Mon, 05 May 2008 13:36:00 GMT

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The traveling ducks devoted some time to American History this past week, visiting the world's tallest statue of an American icon in Huntsville, Texas. The 30 tons of concrete and steel seen here stands at 67 feet tall (+ 10 ft base) and can be seen from almost 7 miles away.

I don't believe the little duckies at Big Sam's feet can be seen at that distance, however. In fact, I had to enlarge the shot a bit to verify they were indeed where they said they were. You know how sneaky those ducks can be.

Next stop: Cheyenne, WY

Photo courtesy of Wrench722

Dwight and Dilbert: Good Vibrations

Amy Unger — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 13:32:00 GMT

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As the roving ducks make their way 'round the country, they were caught taking a brief respite in Connecticut inside the ports of a CF-4. I'm sure it was fun, but I doubt their hearing is intact.

Since the CF-4s were a bit before my Klipsch-time (mid nineties), I don't believe I've ever seen one, aside from the photos on our site. This picture certainly gives me a better idea of their size...

Photo courtesy of Ray Garrison

Next stop: Texas!

Dilbert and Dwight Resurface! ...and Meet Roy, Horn Expert

Amy Unger — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 13:25:00 GMT

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The long lost ducks managed to curb their renegade ways and keep a lunch date with Roy Delgado at Hope's Amigo Juan's. Perhaps they are the inspiration for his next horn design? I have to assume the sad face is because the ducks had to bid him farewell en route to their next destination.

Roy is a 21 year member of the Klipsch family, and Principle Engineer for Commercial Design and Manufacturing. I think the longer you work here, the longer your title becomes. You can sometimes catch Roy lurking on the forum making off-hand remarks, and even though he likes to try to make it appear otherwise, he really knows his stuff. After all, his designs have been patented...

In addition to being a horn genius, if you get past the dry-wit, you'll find Roy to be a very thoughtful and caring person. A genuine apprentice to PWK, there's no BS about him.

Photo courtesy of DaddyDee. Next stop: Connecticut!

Dwight and Dilbert Star in Trading Places

Amy Unger — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 15:15:00 GMT

Daily Photo: Dwight and Dilbert have been spotted in the 10 Year Treasury Note Option Pit at the Chicago Board of Trade trying to make a buck to get them to their next destination (East Chicago, IN). According to forum member flannj, even though the little yellow troublemakers don't have arms, it is believed they are responsible for a margin call.

What is interesting to me is no one around them seems to find it odd that there are two Rubber Duckies modeling for a photo shoot in the midst of such serious surroundings. Makes me wonder what one has to do to get attention in a trading pit.

"Merry New Year!"