it's been a few years now since i received an email from none other than ed goodson. somehow, someway, he became aware of my search for a signed 1978 topps card of him. thankfully, he did not notice (i don't think) that i had secured one through a dealer in the marva area.
the email was short and to the point - something along the lines of "i'd be happy to sign your card", but it was one of the best hobby related emails i've ever received.
i sent off two cards - one for my dodger team set and one for the partial signed set i have - and they came back looking great!
i was also able to trade the goodson i had purchased for a couple of good additions to my steve garvey collection - a 1976 hostess twinkie card
distinguishable from the regular hostess issue by the black bar on the back, and a 1977 bob parker cartoon card
both were elusive wants, and i am very happy with this trade!
these days, i believe goodson signs for a fee through pastpros, but i thankfully have no need to confirm that fact! i am also very appreciative of the time that all players take to sign for fans, but am especially pleased that ed goodson reached out to make this happen for my collection. today is his birthday (happy birthday ed!) and i hope he has a great one.
