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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Times Advocate, 2007-12-12, Page 3Wednesday, December 12, 2007 Times–Advocate Long touched by warm welcome By Nina Van Lieshout TIMES -ADVOCATE STAFF EXETER — The staff and students at South Huron District High School (SHDHS) made quite the impression on well known former Exeter resident and current senior writer and producer for "The Simpsons" Tim Long, while he was in town last month, visiting SHDHS Nov. 21. Long, who lives in Los Angeles with his wife Miranda, graduated from SHDHS in 1987, and hadn't returned to his former school in 20 years. It was Miranda's first visit to the area. The couple was also vis- iting Long's parents, Earl and Dorothy Long who live in London. "I was not expecting it at all," says Long about the SHDHS welcoming, adding, "It was sort of surprising and humbling." Long also says he was happy to show Miranda where he grew up, explaining that she equally appreciated the SHDHS welcoming. 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During the first 10 minutes of the assembly, Long played some of his favourite Simpsons clips while much laughter burst throughout the audience. Long says although he didn't write all the material shown, it was exciting lis- tening to the reaction from the crowd. "It was great. I really enjoyed that. It sol Samsung m300 was a tribute to the universal morale that 'The Simpsons' brings," says Long, explaining the show gives laughs to such a diverse audience. As for the writers' strike in Hollywood — no one is laughing. "It seems to have taken an ugly turn," admits Long, who has heard rumours of the strike lasting as long as six months. Long says negotiations are not pro- ceeding smoothly at the moment and he has been picketing everyday, although, finding the lighter side of an ugly situa- tion, he admits picketing has its perks since he's meeting new people all the time. Long predicts the writers' strike won't wrap up before 2008, but adds, "It can't go on forever." Long says his visit to SHDHS was excit- ing and he is pleased to be able to give something back to the community. "SHDHS really feels like home. Where I began my journey. The kids are unbeliev- ably optimistic and cheerful." The only difference now, according to Long is, "They're much better looking, though." Warm welcome — South Huron District High School (SHDHS) welcomed former Exeter resident, SHDHS graduate and current senior writer and producer for "The Simpsons" Tim Long, above, and his family, last month. Long says he was both touched and impressed with the welcoming from the staff and stu- dents. (photo/Nina Van Lieshout) We're celebrating the season with our best deal ever. Do we know how to party, or what? Text & Talk $35 Plan 2500 Text messages2 Unlimited local incoming calls3 150 Local anytime minutes 150 Long distance minutes4 Unlimited local evening and weekend calling (5pm) 25 Picture/video messages Per second billings Canada's Most Affordable Rates.' 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