<html><head></head><body style="word-wrap: break-word; -webkit-nbsp-mode: space; -webkit-line-break: after-white-space; ">A not to miss part of the ISBC- the Golden Bale Hammer Relay has begun! Check out the inaugural start in Nebraska by our own Matts Myhrman (and check out his sexy legs in the photo!) See the dramatic start at the Pilgrim Holiness Church in Arthur, Nebraska and read continuing updates as the relay continues around the globe at <a href="http://strawbaleconference.com/olympics.html">http://strawbaleconference.com/olympics.html</a>.<div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; line-height: normal; "><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; ">Here's an excerpt from the press release "Carried by thousands of inspirational volunteers, the Golden Bale Hammer will touch the lives of millions along its path to its final destination in Estes Park, Colorado, USA.</span> The Hammer's journey will culminate in a dramatic and symbolic bale whacking on the grounds of the YMCA of the Rockies that will declare the 2012 SB Olympics officially open."</p><div><br></div><div>Read how Matts was chosen for this special role by unknown powers and how the Golden Hammer was placed in his hands with a message for all.</div><div><br></div><div>And don't forget to start your training now to compete in the 2012 Straw Bale Olympics!</div><div><br></div><div>(Thanks to our own Ian Smith for creating the Relay and coordinating and reporting on it's journey around the globe.)</div></div><div>
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