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Four Freedoms DC MEETUP!
Author: Raine
Date: 02/12/2008 19:55:40
We're having a Four Freedoms meet up in Washington DC on the Weekend of April 26, 2008!
Some of us will be arriving on friday evening, but if anyone wants to come for an overnighter that is fine as well!
All members of Four Freedoms are invited as well as our progressivive friends around the internets. We will be staying at the Holiday Inn Rosslyn at Key Bridge. Many have found that it may be cheaper to book a room at one of the many travel sites out there, rather than directly thru the link provided.
The 4F Blog members and Staff hope you wil join us for a weekend of discussing politics, ending this war, getting some culture, visiting history and of course, cocktails...
So, if you would like to be a part of the meet-up, tell us here!
This blog is also the place to discuss all that we want to do for the weekend, including the possibility of carpooling if anyone needs or wants, sharing a room, travel information, and directions as the weekend nears, and other logistics as they arise.
We hope to see you in DC!
:peace: and :heart:
Four Freedoms
UPDATE: The photobucket location for the photos is: http://s203.photobucket.com/albums/aa213/FourFreedoms/Meetup08/
I've emailed the login and password to everyone that attended...
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Comment by 
Raine on 02/12/2008 21:11:36
:P
Raine on 02/12/2008 21:11:36
:P
Comment by 
wickedpam on 02/12/2008 21:30:47
wickedpam on 02/12/2008 21:30:47
LOL!
I'll be there! Taking that Friday off too!
I'll be there! Taking that Friday off too!
Comment by 
livingonli on 02/12/2008 21:42:22
livingonli on 02/12/2008 21:42:22
I'm going to try and head down Friday and I will coordinate with HBK if she needs a ride (at least back if she can't come down Friday).
Comment by livingonli on 02/12/2008 22:38:38
livingonli on 02/12/2008 22:38:38
I wonder if we can get a group rate at the hotel if enough of us are coming?
Comment by 
BobR on 02/12/2008 23:07:23
Sounds like you have a homework assignment. :P
btw - I have a Priority Club acct number (which is the Holiday Inn version of a frequent flyer card), so if we CAN get some sort of group discount, maybe that will help as well.
FWIW - I saw a rate of $105/night at the Holiday Inn website, which is actually cheaper than the rates I saw at Orbitz, Expedia, and Travelocity...
EDIT: If we can associate my number for each room (for those coming that don't have a number already), I believe it can get us a free continental breakfast.
BobR on 02/12/2008 23:07:23
Quote by livingonli: I wonder if we can get a group rate at the hotel if enough of us are coming?
Sounds like you have a homework assignment. :P
btw - I have a Priority Club acct number (which is the Holiday Inn version of a frequent flyer card), so if we CAN get some sort of group discount, maybe that will help as well.
FWIW - I saw a rate of $105/night at the Holiday Inn website, which is actually cheaper than the rates I saw at Orbitz, Expedia, and Travelocity...
EDIT: If we can associate my number for each room (for those coming that don't have a number already), I believe it can get us a free continental breakfast.
Comment by livingonli on 02/12/2008 23:09:26
livingonli on 02/12/2008 23:09:26
I also saw the $105/night on AAA when I was checking. So, I might get a deal with my AAA membership.
Comment by livingonli on 02/12/2008 23:18:46
livingonli on 02/12/2008 23:18:46
I saw $105 also when I looked on the hotel web site.
Comment by livingonli on 02/12/2008 23:23:19
livingonli on 02/12/2008 23:23:19
With AAA, I can get the room for $85/night if I were to stay until Monday.
Comment by 
TriSec on 02/13/2008 00:03:05
TriSec on 02/13/2008 00:03:05
Well, *snort*.
Now I'm wondering if we couldn't sneak down for the overnight. It's only 400 miles from here...we'd have to get on the road at insane o'clock Sat am to make it worth our time, though...
Now I'm wondering if we couldn't sneak down for the overnight. It's only 400 miles from here...we'd have to get on the road at insane o'clock Sat am to make it worth our time, though...
Comment by livingonli on 02/13/2008 01:22:50
livingonli on 02/13/2008 01:22:50
Really rough for you because it tales me about 6 hours. I guess it would be another four. Too bad the trains are so expensive, it might be easier to use Amtrak.
Comment by 
velveeta jones on 02/13/2008 02:06:11
velveeta jones on 02/13/2008 02:06:11
Oh Crap! this place is next to the pentagon!!! We'll have to speak in whispers!!
Comment by 
Mondobubba on 02/13/2008 02:10:13
Mondobubba on 02/13/2008 02:10:13
Howdy all.
Comment by Mondobubba on 02/13/2008 02:11:57
Mondobubba on 02/13/2008 02:11:57
Watching Sarah Silverman Show en DVD. :rofl:
Comment by 
shelaghc on 02/13/2008 05:45:24
shelaghc on 02/13/2008 05:45:24
Does anyone want to share a room? I got a glimmer of what my heating bill might wind up being for this non-insulated apartment with a thermostat that doesn't let me see what the inside temp is.....
Comment by livingonli on 02/13/2008 17:43:36
livingonli on 02/13/2008 17:43:36
We'll have to find out who wants to bunk up to save money? I know Mala and HBK roomed together last time.
I'm a snorer and a slob so no one will want to room with me.
I'm a snorer and a slob so no one will want to room with me.
Comment by 
Grumpymann on 02/14/2008 15:42:50
Grumpymann on 02/14/2008 15:42:50
If anyone is in the Allentown PA area and wants to share a ride let me know
Comment by wickedpam on 02/14/2008 15:48:57
I snore too but HBK did say anything about it
wickedpam on 02/14/2008 15:48:57
Quote by livingonli: We'll have to find out who wants to bunk up to save money? I know Mala and HBK roomed together last time.
I'm a snorer and a slob so no one will want to room with me.
I snore too but HBK did say anything about it
Comment by shelaghc on 02/14/2008 16:20:35
If it didn't take me four hours out of my way, I'd meet you in Allentown and share the ride....
shelaghc on 02/14/2008 16:20:35
Quote by Grumpymann: If anyone is in the Allentown PA area and wants to share a ride let me know
If it didn't take me four hours out of my way, I'd meet you in Allentown and share the ride....
Comment by livingonli on 02/14/2008 18:37:47
Would you want to bunk again? I can let her know so at least she can save on the room.
livingonli on 02/14/2008 18:37:47
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by livingonli: We'll have to find out who wants to bunk up to save money? I know Mala and HBK roomed together last time.
I'm a snorer and a slob so no one will want to room with me.
I snore too but HBK did say anything about it
Would you want to bunk again? I can let her know so at least she can save on the room.
Comment by 
Ely on 02/15/2008 00:20:35
Yo Grumpy.... You are in Allentown???? Macungie here. You are more then welcome to stop on by the Fogelsville Hotel every friday 3:30 I'll buy the beers.
Ely on 02/15/2008 00:20:35
Quote by Grumpymann: If anyone is in the Allentown PA area and wants to share a ride let me know
Yo Grumpy.... You are in Allentown???? Macungie here. You are more then welcome to stop on by the Fogelsville Hotel every friday 3:30 I'll buy the beers.
Comment by shelaghc on 02/15/2008 14:47:58
shelaghc on 02/15/2008 14:47:58
Just a thought - do you think we should see if there's a local branch of Drinking Liberally to see if any of the members would like to connect with us while we're around?
Since we won't be there early enough to talk with our senators or reps, it'd be nice to hook up with active progressives in the area.
Since we won't be there early enough to talk with our senators or reps, it'd be nice to hook up with active progressives in the area.
Comment by wickedpam on 02/19/2008 14:46:13
wickedpam on 02/19/2008 14:46:13
I'm sure there are a ton of active groups in the area - it is DC after all.
Comment by BobR on 02/20/2008 13:08:06
This guy (who lives and works in DC) will be joining us unless some wedding festivities interfere...
BobR on 02/20/2008 13:08:06
Quote by shelaghc: Just a thought - do you think we should see if there's a local branch of Drinking Liberally to see if any of the members would like to connect with us while we're around?
Since we won't be there early enough to talk with our senators or reps, it'd be nice to hook up with active progressives in the area.
This guy (who lives and works in DC) will be joining us unless some wedding festivities interfere...
Comment by wickedpam on 02/20/2008 15:02:16
That's cool with me, so let me know if HBK is coming. If she isn't I can always share with someone else - not a prob.
wickedpam on 02/20/2008 15:02:16
Quote by livingonli:Quote by wickedpam:Quote by livingonli: We'll have to find out who wants to bunk up to save money? I know Mala and HBK roomed together last time.
I'm a snorer and a slob so no one will want to room with me.
I snore too but HBK did say anything about it
Would you want to bunk again? I can let her know so at least she can save on the room.
That's cool with me, so let me know if HBK is coming. If she isn't I can always share with someone else - not a prob.
Comment by wickedpam on 02/20/2008 15:03:31
wickedpam on 02/20/2008 15:03:31
So how many people are planning on coming cause I was thinking of calling the hotel to see if we could get a group deal or something.
So far I know
Bob & Raine
Liv
Me (Mala)
VJ
So far I know
Bob & Raine
Liv
Me (Mala)
VJ
Comment by shelaghc on 02/20/2008 15:05:30
shelaghc on 02/20/2008 15:05:30
I want to go, but I really need a roommate. My moving expenses were in excess of a grand and I can't run up another bill again so soon.
Comment by Raine on 02/20/2008 17:48:32
I am sure we can get some room sharing happening. I know MAla is going, and so is VJ. Not sure about HBK, but that iss also a possibility.
Raine on 02/20/2008 17:48:32
Quote by shelaghc: I want to go, but I really need a roommate. My moving expenses were in excess of a grand and I can't run up another bill again so soon.
Comment by wickedpam on 02/20/2008 18:58:48
If HBK is going I said I would share with her, but if she isn't I can definatly share with Shelagh - not a prob :D
wickedpam on 02/20/2008 18:58:48
Quote by Raine:Quote by shelaghc: I want to go, but I really need a roommate. My moving expenses were in excess of a grand and I can't run up another bill again so soon.
I am sure we can get some room sharing happening. I know MAla is going, and so is VJ. Not sure about HBK, but that iss also a possibility.
If HBK is going I said I would share with her, but if she isn't I can definatly share with Shelagh - not a prob :D
Comment by shelaghc on 02/20/2008 20:11:44
shelaghc on 02/20/2008 20:11:44
The bonus of me as a roomie is my AARP status. I never thought being older would wind up saving me money. *g*
Comment by BobR on 02/21/2008 02:00:10
I believe also Starling, Mondo, and Grumpy. TriSec is thinking about it, but it's a l-o-n-g drive.
Another friend of mine here in Atlanta may be coming as well
BobR on 02/21/2008 02:00:10
Quote by wickedpam: So how many people are planning on coming cause I was thinking of calling the hotel to see if we could get a group deal or something.
So far I know
Bob & Raine
Liv
Me (Mala)
VJ
I believe also Starling, Mondo, and Grumpy. TriSec is thinking about it, but it's a l-o-n-g drive.
Another friend of mine here in Atlanta may be coming as well
Comment by livingonli on 02/21/2008 03:10:13
livingonli on 02/21/2008 03:10:13
For Tri, it would be a long drive especially if he only comes down for overnight. It would only be worth it if he could get down on Friday.
Comment by wickedpam on 02/22/2008 14:31:46
So we're looking at about 5-6 rooms?
wickedpam on 02/22/2008 14:31:46
Quote by BobR:Quote by wickedpam: So how many people are planning on coming cause I was thinking of calling the hotel to see if we could get a group deal or something.
So far I know
Bob & Raine
Liv
Me (Mala)
VJ
I believe also Starling, Mondo, and Grumpy. TriSec is thinking about it, but it's a l-o-n-g drive.
Another friend of mine here in Atlanta may be coming as well
So we're looking at about 5-6 rooms?
Comment by livingonli on 02/22/2008 16:43:51
I would say 6-8 depending on how many are sharing a room.
livingonli on 02/22/2008 16:43:51
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by BobR:Quote by wickedpam: So how many people are planning on coming cause I was thinking of calling the hotel to see if we could get a group deal or something.
So far I know
Bob & Raine
Liv
Me (Mala)
VJ
I believe also Starling, Mondo, and Grumpy. TriSec is thinking about it, but it's a l-o-n-g drive.
Another friend of mine here in Atlanta may be coming as well
So we're looking at about 5-6 rooms?
I would say 6-8 depending on how many are sharing a room.
Comment by shelaghc on 02/22/2008 18:30:20
shelaghc on 02/22/2008 18:30:20
Here's a thought:
Does the hotel have any suite-like rooms with three or more sleeping spots?
The ideer being that with as many of us as there are, it'd be way cool to have a larger room for all of us to hang out and do stuff in.
If there are three or four of us willing to all bunk in one of the suites and share the expense of that, the rest of us could toss in $10 or $20 apiece to defray any additional costs.
Thots?
Does the hotel have any suite-like rooms with three or more sleeping spots?
The ideer being that with as many of us as there are, it'd be way cool to have a larger room for all of us to hang out and do stuff in.
If there are three or four of us willing to all bunk in one of the suites and share the expense of that, the rest of us could toss in $10 or $20 apiece to defray any additional costs.
Thots?
Comment by livingonli on 02/23/2008 20:08:58
livingonli on 02/23/2008 20:08:58
I just took the liberty of calling the Holiday Inn and we can get a discount rate, if we are using at least 7 rooms. So, I guess if someone can set aside those rooms (probably one with a priority card) and then we can each claim our room since we will be paying separately. So, breaking it down we are looking at;
BobR and Raine (1)
Me (Liv) (2)
Mala (3)
VJ (and Mrs. VJ?) (4)
Grump (and Mrs. Grump?) (5)
If Star and Mondo are taking their own rooms and presuming that ShelaghC and HBK will be bunking, we should be able to secure the seven rooms. And throw in one more if the TriSec Family is able to join us.
BobR and Raine (1)
Me (Liv) (2)
Mala (3)
VJ (and Mrs. VJ?) (4)
Grump (and Mrs. Grump?) (5)
If Star and Mondo are taking their own rooms and presuming that ShelaghC and HBK will be bunking, we should be able to secure the seven rooms. And throw in one more if the TriSec Family is able to join us.
Comment by BobR on 02/23/2008 21:36:24
Just curious - what is the discount rate?
BobR on 02/23/2008 21:36:24
Quote by livingonli: I just took the liberty of calling the Holiday Inn and we can get a discount rate, if we are using at least 7 rooms. So, I guess if someone can set aside those rooms (probably one with a priority card) and then we can each claim our room since we will be paying separately. So, breaking it down we are looking at;
BobR and Raine (1)
Me (Liv) (2)
Mala (3)
VJ (and Mrs. VJ?) (4)
Grump (and Mrs. Grump?) (5)
If Star and Mondo are taking their own rooms and presuming that ShelaghC and HBK will be bunking, we should be able to secure the seven rooms. And throw in one more if the TriSec Family is able to join us.
Just curious - what is the discount rate?
Comment by livingonli on 02/23/2008 22:32:48
When I first tried through the national number, he gave me $20 a night per room. The National number reservation number wasn't helpful (I think I reached India) so i called the front desk of the hotel and went through their reservations. The only thing was the rates were higher than the ones on the website. So, I guess the only thing now is to see if you priority card can get a group deal and knock the price off the rooms while we still book our reservations separately so that we pay our own ways. Currently on the web site, the best rates are $114-119 per room if ordered individually. We should look into this soon because the rates went up from when we were first looking at the rates. I guess the other option would be if we could get a deal from priceline through negotiation (which will be my next plan).
livingonli on 02/23/2008 22:32:48
Quote by BobR:Quote by livingonli: I just took the liberty of calling the Holiday Inn and we can get a discount rate, if we are using at least 7 rooms. So, I guess if someone can set aside those rooms (probably one with a priority card) and then we can each claim our room since we will be paying separately. So, breaking it down we are looking at;
BobR and Raine (1)
Me (Liv) (2)
Mala (3)
VJ (and Mrs. VJ?) (4)
Grump (and Mrs. Grump?) (5)
If Star and Mondo are taking their own rooms and presuming that ShelaghC and HBK will be bunking, we should be able to secure the seven rooms. And throw in one more if the TriSec Family is able to join us.
Just curious - what is the discount rate?
When I first tried through the national number, he gave me $20 a night per room. The National number reservation number wasn't helpful (I think I reached India) so i called the front desk of the hotel and went through their reservations. The only thing was the rates were higher than the ones on the website. So, I guess the only thing now is to see if you priority card can get a group deal and knock the price off the rooms while we still book our reservations separately so that we pay our own ways. Currently on the web site, the best rates are $114-119 per room if ordered individually. We should look into this soon because the rates went up from when we were first looking at the rates. I guess the other option would be if we could get a deal from priceline through negotiation (which will be my next plan).
Comment by BobR on 02/23/2008 22:55:38
Did you mean $20 off per night?
If I recall correctly, the prices on the search sites weren't any better...
BobR on 02/23/2008 22:55:38
Quote by livingonli:
When I first tried through the national number, he gave me $20 a night per room.
Did you mean $20 off per night?
The National number reservation number wasn't helpful (I think I reached India) so i called the front desk of the hotel and went through their reservations. The only thing was the rates were higher than the ones on the website. So, I guess the only thing now is to see if you priority card can get a group deal and knock the price off the rooms while we still book our reservations separately so that we pay our own ways. Currently on the web site, the best rates are $114-119 per room if ordered individually. We should look into this soon because the rates went up from when we were first looking at the rates. I guess the other option would be if we could get a deal from priceline through negotiation (which will be my next plan).
If I recall correctly, the prices on the search sites weren't any better...
Comment by livingonli on 02/23/2008 22:57:50
Yes, it would be $20 per night.
livingonli on 02/23/2008 22:57:50
Quote by BobR:
Did you mean $20 off per night?
If I recall correctly, the prices on the search sites weren't any better...
Yes, it would be $20 per night.
Comment by BobR on 02/23/2008 23:26:52
One more time - Is that:
$20/night
-or-
$20 OFF / night
I only ask because $20/night is ludicrously low, and doesn't sound right.
If it's $20 OFF / night, then $20 off of what?... in other words - what was the actual price after the $20 discount?
BobR on 02/23/2008 23:26:52
Quote by livingonli:
Yes, it would be $20 per night.
One more time - Is that:
$20/night
-or-
$20 OFF / night
I only ask because $20/night is ludicrously low, and doesn't sound right.
If it's $20 OFF / night, then $20 off of what?... in other words - what was the actual price after the $20 discount?
Comment by livingonli on 02/23/2008 23:51:25
I guess it's too many shortcuts. The rate I got on the phone was $139 per night (without discount or membership), so it would be knocked down to $119 per night which is what is on the website. On the Holiday Inn website, the best rates were $115/night for a room with two double beds and $120/night for a single king.
livingonli on 02/23/2008 23:51:25
Quote by BobR:Quote by livingonli:
Yes, it would be $20 per night.
One more time - Is that:
$20/night
-or-
$20 OFF / night
I only ask because $20/night is ludicrously low, and doesn't sound right.
If it's $20 OFF / night, then $20 off of what?... in other words - what was the actual price after the $20 discount?
I guess it's too many shortcuts. The rate I got on the phone was $139 per night (without discount or membership), so it would be knocked down to $119 per night which is what is on the website. On the Holiday Inn website, the best rates were $115/night for a room with two double beds and $120/night for a single king.
Comment by livingonli on 02/24/2008 02:18:39
livingonli on 02/24/2008 02:18:39
I have a confirm that HoneyBearKelly is definitely in.
Comment by BobR on 02/24/2008 19:40:09
BobR on 02/24/2008 19:40:09
all right - then I guess there's no point in trying to get a group discount. I am going to go ahead and book our own room...
Comment by BobR on 02/24/2008 19:49:44
BobR on 02/24/2008 19:49:44
I should also add that the cheaper rooms are disappearing, so y'all should book sooner rather than later.
Comment by livingonli on 02/24/2008 19:53:55
livingonli on 02/24/2008 19:53:55
It looks like that's what I will do too.
Comment by livingonli on 02/24/2008 20:16:33
livingonli on 02/24/2008 20:16:33
My room is booked.
Comment by shelaghc on 02/25/2008 14:06:18
Thots?
Or was the lack of replies an answer?
shelaghc on 02/25/2008 14:06:18
Quote by shelaghc: Here's a thought:
Does the hotel have any suite-like rooms with three or more sleeping spots?
The ideer being that with as many of us as there are, it'd be way cool to have a larger room for all of us to hang out and do stuff in.
If there are three or four of us willing to all bunk in one of the suites and share the expense of that, the rest of us could toss in $10 or $20 apiece to defray any additional costs.
Thots?
Thots?
Or was the lack of replies an answer?
Comment by livingonli on 02/25/2008 14:14:22
Not everyone may have checked over the weekend. For those of you who haven't booked a room yet, discuss this amongst yourselves.
livingonli on 02/25/2008 14:14:22
Quote by shelaghc:Quote by shelaghc: Here's a thought:
Does the hotel have any suite-like rooms with three or more sleeping spots?
The ideer being that with as many of us as there are, it'd be way cool to have a larger room for all of us to hang out and do stuff in.
If there are three or four of us willing to all bunk in one of the suites and share the expense of that, the rest of us could toss in $10 or $20 apiece to defray any additional costs.
Thots?
Thots?
Or was the lack of replies an answer?
Not everyone may have checked over the weekend. For those of you who haven't booked a room yet, discuss this amongst yourselves.
Comment by wickedpam on 02/25/2008 14:52:41
Okay I heard from HBK, she and I are sharing but if we wanted to get a suite to sleep 3 (something like a suite with 2 double beds and a pullout) would be fine with us. Let me give the hotel a call and see what I can find out.
wickedpam on 02/25/2008 14:52:41
Quote by shelaghc:Quote by shelaghc: Here's a thought:
Does the hotel have any suite-like rooms with three or more sleeping spots?
The ideer being that with as many of us as there are, it'd be way cool to have a larger room for all of us to hang out and do stuff in.
If there are three or four of us willing to all bunk in one of the suites and share the expense of that, the rest of us could toss in $10 or $20 apiece to defray any additional costs.
Thots?
Thots?
Or was the lack of replies an answer?
Okay I heard from HBK, she and I are sharing but if we wanted to get a suite to sleep 3 (something like a suite with 2 double beds and a pullout) would be fine with us. Let me give the hotel a call and see what I can find out.
Comment by wickedpam on 02/25/2008 15:09:13
wickedpam on 02/25/2008 15:09:13
Okay they don't have any pull out sofas so that could make things difficult - and I don't know if anyone is willing to share a bed.
Comment by Raine on 02/25/2008 15:11:37
Raine on 02/25/2008 15:11:37
I thought there were suite rooms or double bed rooms?
Comment by wickedpam on 02/25/2008 15:19:09
wickedpam on 02/25/2008 15:19:09
There are suites and regular rooms - we were thinking that if the suites had a pull out sofa we could get three people in there.
Comment by wickedpam on 02/25/2008 15:37:10
wickedpam on 02/25/2008 15:37:10
Room all booked. Shelagh if you can get a really good rate for a suite with 2 doubles and a couch let me know and maybe we can change it all up.
Comment by shelaghc on 02/25/2008 16:20:25
No suites available. I just booked a room at $119 w/ my AARP discount.
shelaghc on 02/25/2008 16:20:25
Quote by wickedpam: Room all booked. Shelagh if you can get a really good rate for a suite with 2 doubles and a couch let me know and maybe we can change it all up.
No suites available. I just booked a room at $119 w/ my AARP discount.
Comment by wickedpam on 02/28/2008 15:59:37
wickedpam on 02/28/2008 15:59:37
So thoughts on what people would like to do while here?
Comment by BobR on 02/29/2008 12:37:49
Drink
Eat
Drink (oops!) :D
Engage in hilarity
Flip-off the White House
Wander through some museums
BobR on 02/29/2008 12:37:49
Quote by wickedpam: So thoughts on what people would like to do while here?
Drink
Eat
Drink (oops!) :D
Engage in hilarity
Flip-off the White House
Wander through some museums
Comment by wickedpam on 02/29/2008 15:00:44
wickedpam on 02/29/2008 15:00:44
Sounds like a solid plan :D
Comment by livingonli on 02/29/2008 15:17:19
livingonli on 02/29/2008 15:17:19
Like we need any other plan. 
Comment by wickedpam on 03/03/2008 15:35:54
wickedpam on 03/03/2008 15:35:54
I can't tell ya'll how excited I am to see everyone! :hug:
Comment by Grumpymann on 03/04/2008 14:39:19
Grumpymann on 03/04/2008 14:39:19
I'm looking to share a room.
Warning I smoke.
Any one interested?
Warning I smoke.
Any one interested?
Comment by shelaghc on 03/04/2008 15:10:44
shelaghc on 03/04/2008 15:10:44
There's a TJ's only fifteen minutes from the hotel!
I'm stocking up on Trinity while I'm there!
Woohoo!!!!!!!
I'm stocking up on Trinity while I'm there!
Woohoo!!!!!!!
Comment by BobR on 03/04/2008 15:14:55
If my friend Stan decides to come, he'd probably be willing to share a room. He smokes too.
BobR on 03/04/2008 15:14:55
Quote by Grumpymann: I'm looking to share a room.
Warning I smoke.
Any one interested?
If my friend Stan decides to come, he'd probably be willing to share a room. He smokes too.
Comment by Grumpymann on 03/04/2008 15:39:00
Let me know.....
Grumpymann on 03/04/2008 15:39:00
Quote by BobR:Quote by Grumpymann: I'm looking to share a room.
Warning I smoke.
Any one interested?
If my friend Stan decides to come, he'd probably be willing to share a room. He smokes too.
Let me know.....
Comment by shelaghc on 03/04/2008 18:49:10
Are there any worthy groups protesting something fascist that the government is trying to pull over on us?
shelaghc on 03/04/2008 18:49:10
Quote by wickedpam: So thoughts on what people would like to do while here?
Are there any worthy groups protesting something fascist that the government is trying to pull over on us?
Comment by wickedpam on 03/04/2008 19:54:23
There's always someone up at the White House or around town, don't know of any specific group.
wickedpam on 03/04/2008 19:54:23
Quote by shelaghc:Quote by wickedpam: So thoughts on what people would like to do while here?
Are there any worthy groups protesting something fascist that the government is trying to pull over on us?
There's always someone up at the White House or around town, don't know of any specific group.
Comment by Raine on 03/04/2008 23:43:45
Raine on 03/04/2008 23:43:45
I am going to look into any protests that may be going on. I know that Code pink is usually doing something... 
In the mean time, May I suggest that everyone click on the link that says *4F - Contact the Staff* and send your phone numbers? I want to get them programmed in, as well as give y'all mine. Please put *4F meetup* in the subject line of the email. I have a few of you, but I just want to make sure I have everyone.
I would like to have them at the ready so when we get closer to the day, I can call people. PLUS, I would like to be able to give y'all my number.
And I want you to have BobR's as well...
And iffin he is so willing, Sir Tri's..... But that is up to him. I can speak more easily for BobR than I can for Tri.
In the mean time, May I suggest that everyone click on the link that says *4F - Contact the Staff* and send your phone numbers? I want to get them programmed in, as well as give y'all mine. Please put *4F meetup* in the subject line of the email. I have a few of you, but I just want to make sure I have everyone.
I would like to have them at the ready so when we get closer to the day, I can call people. PLUS, I would like to be able to give y'all my number.
And I want you to have BobR's as well...
And iffin he is so willing, Sir Tri's..... But that is up to him. I can speak more easily for BobR than I can for Tri.
Comment by Raine on 03/04/2008 23:51:29
Raine on 03/04/2008 23:51:29
Comment by velveeta jones on 03/05/2008 00:36:36
velveeta jones on 03/05/2008 00:36:36
Le Yikes!!! Even with my Triple A discount these rooms are way expensive! 
I'm seeing $150/night.
I'm seeing $150/night.
Comment by livingonli on 03/05/2008 03:22:43
It was only $120/night when I booked last Sunday. And if I booked sooner I could have gotten it for $105/night.
livingonli on 03/05/2008 03:22:43
Quote by velveeta jones: Le Yikes!!! Even with my Triple A discount these rooms are way expensive!
It was only $120/night when I booked last Sunday. And if I booked sooner I could have gotten it for $105/night.
Comment by wickedpam on 03/05/2008 14:54:40
I think Shelagh was still looking for a roommate if that helps.
wickedpam on 03/05/2008 14:54:40
Quote by velveeta jones: Le Yikes!!! Even with my Triple A discount these rooms are way expensive!
I think Shelagh was still looking for a roommate if that helps.
Comment by BobR on 03/06/2008 01:23:19
I talked to him this evening - I explained the situation, and he'll let me know by Saturday if he's coming or not. If he is, he indicated he'll share the room with you. FYI - he's a grumpy white socialist southerner, so you'll get along fine.
I recommend booking the room, just in case. You can always cancel later if you need to.
BobR on 03/06/2008 01:23:19
Quote by Grumpymann:
Let me know.....
I talked to him this evening - I explained the situation, and he'll let me know by Saturday if he's coming or not. If he is, he indicated he'll share the room with you. FYI - he's a grumpy white socialist southerner, so you'll get along fine.
I recommend booking the room, just in case. You can always cancel later if you need to.
Comment by Grumpymann on 03/06/2008 11:08:52
Thaks
Grumpymann on 03/06/2008 11:08:52
Quote by BobR:Quote by Grumpymann:
Let me know.....
I talked to him this evening - I explained the situation, and he'll let me know by Saturday if he's coming or not. If he is, he indicated he'll share the room with you. FYI - he's a grumpy white socialist southerner, so you'll get along fine.
I recommend booking the room, just in case. You can always cancel later if you need to.
Thaks
Comment by shelaghc on 03/06/2008 14:34:03
Shelagh does indeed need a roommate and the cost isn't quite that high.
shelaghc on 03/06/2008 14:34:03
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by velveeta jones: Le Yikes!!! Even with my Triple A discount these rooms are way expensive!
I think Shelagh was still looking for a roommate if that helps.
Shelagh does indeed need a roommate and the cost isn't quite that high.
Comment by wickedpam on 03/06/2008 21:18:53
wickedpam on 03/06/2008 21:18:53
I was going to suggest going to the SPy Museum but tickets cost $18! :o
I'm not used to paying to get into a museum around here.
I'm not used to paying to get into a museum around here.
Comment by shelaghc on 03/07/2008 16:26:22
shelaghc on 03/07/2008 16:26:22
I'm going to need to know ASAP if I have a roommate or not.
If someone is willing to room with me, could you let me know now? I realize I'm the newcomer in the group and everyone really would rather room with their friends, but I can't plan for this trip if I'm not sure I can even afford to go.
I honestly cannot afford to stay in this room alone and just being told "I'm sure you'll find a roommate" isn't the same as actually having one.
Thanks
If someone is willing to room with me, could you let me know now? I realize I'm the newcomer in the group and everyone really would rather room with their friends, but I can't plan for this trip if I'm not sure I can even afford to go.
I honestly cannot afford to stay in this room alone and just being told "I'm sure you'll find a roommate" isn't the same as actually having one.
Thanks
Comment by Raine on 03/07/2008 17:03:27
Raine on 03/07/2008 17:03:27
:ireland: let me see if Faye is on board.
Comment by Raine on 03/08/2008 21:28:39
Grump I hope the room is booked, becuase we have a roommate for you. Our friend Stan is coming. We got a definite RSVP. :D
Raine on 03/08/2008 21:28:39
Quote by Grumpymann:Quote by BobR:Quote by Grumpymann:
Let me know.....
I talked to him this evening - I explained the situation, and he'll let me know by Saturday if he's coming or not. If he is, he indicated he'll share the room with you. FYI - he's a grumpy white socialist southerner, so you'll get along fine.
I recommend booking the room, just in case. You can always cancel later if you need to.
Thaks
Comment by Grumpymann on 03/10/2008 12:27:12
Going to book this week!
Grumpymann on 03/10/2008 12:27:12
Quote by Raine:Grump I hope the room is booked, becuase we have a roommate for you. Our friend Stan is coming. We got a definite RSVP. :DQuote by Grumpymann:Quote by BobR:Quote by Grumpymann:
Let me know.....
I talked to him this evening - I explained the situation, and he'll let me know by Saturday if he's coming or not. If he is, he indicated he'll share the room with you. FYI - he's a grumpy white socialist southerner, so you'll get along fine.
I recommend booking the room, just in case. You can always cancel later if you need to.
Thaks
Going to book this week!
Comment by shelaghc on 03/10/2008 14:49:33
shelaghc on 03/10/2008 14:49:33
I guess I'm going to have to bag this.
It's no fun begging for a roommate when everyone else is happily planning.
Have a good time everyone.
It's no fun begging for a roommate when everyone else is happily planning.
Have a good time everyone.
Comment by Grumpymann on 03/10/2008 17:49:53
Let me see if I can get a room for 3 ok?
Truth be told you were one of the people I'm really wanting to meet!
Grumpymann on 03/10/2008 17:49:53
Quote by shelaghc:
I guess I'm going to have to bag this.
It's no fun begging for a roommate when everyone else is happily planning.
Have a good time everyone.
Truth be told you were one of the people I'm really wanting to meet!
Comment by shelaghc on 03/10/2008 17:53:48
Well, no offense, but I don't know if I'd feel comfortable sleeping in a room where I'm the only woman......
shelaghc on 03/10/2008 17:53:48
Quote by Grumpymann:Let me see if I can get a room for 3 ok?Quote by shelaghc:
I guess I'm going to have to bag this.
It's no fun begging for a roommate when everyone else is happily planning.
Have a good time everyone.
Truth be told you were one of the people I'm really wanting to meet!
Well, no offense, but I don't know if I'd feel comfortable sleeping in a room where I'm the only woman......
Comment by wickedpam on 03/10/2008 18:10:22
:hug:
I think Raine was going to check with Faye.
wickedpam on 03/10/2008 18:10:22
Quote by shelaghc:
I guess I'm going to have to bag this.
It's no fun begging for a roommate when everyone else is happily planning.
Have a good time everyone.
:hug:
I think Raine was going to check with Faye.
Comment by BobR on 03/10/2008 19:23:16
What about a room for you, Mala, and HoneyBearKelly?...
BobR on 03/10/2008 19:23:16
Quote by shelaghc:
Well, no offense, but I don't know if I'd feel comfortable sleeping in a room where I'm the only woman......
What about a room for you, Mala, and HoneyBearKelly?...
Comment by wickedpam on 03/10/2008 19:25:59
I would have no problem with it.
wickedpam on 03/10/2008 19:25:59
Quote by BobR:Quote by shelaghc:
Well, no offense, but I don't know if I'd feel comfortable sleeping in a room where I'm the only woman......
What about a room for you, Mala, and HoneyBearKelly?...
I would have no problem with it.
Comment by wickedpam on 03/10/2008 19:34:13
wickedpam on 03/10/2008 19:34:13
I was just checking and we could get one of those rollaway cots if that makes it easier.
Comment by livingonli on 03/24/2008 16:37:41
livingonli on 03/24/2008 16:37:41
Just felt the need to bump this up. :bump:
So far it looks like we have BobR, Raine, me, Velveeta Jones, Aunt Azalea, Wicked Pam, shelaghC, HoneyBearKelly, MondoBubba, Grumpyman, and starling310 (Saturday night only) plus some extra guests who aren't members.
This looks to be quite a party.
So far it looks like we have BobR, Raine, me, Velveeta Jones, Aunt Azalea, Wicked Pam, shelaghC, HoneyBearKelly, MondoBubba, Grumpyman, and starling310 (Saturday night only) plus some extra guests who aren't members.
This looks to be quite a party.
Comment by TriSec on 03/24/2008 18:20:47
TriSec on 03/24/2008 18:20:47
As I mentioned elsewhere, I'm hoping to be out at a fine dining establishment on that Saturday evening celebrating Mrs. TriSec's birthday.
I'll try to call someone, and we'll face south and you all face north for a 400-mile toast.
I'll try to call someone, and we'll face south and you all face north for a 400-mile toast.
Comment by shelaghc on 03/28/2008 14:21:07
:-<
shelaghc on 03/28/2008 14:21:07
Quote by Grumpyman:
Have some bad news.
Work has gotten so out of whack I don't think I will be able to make it.
3 people have left and we are so busy. They are revamping the call schudel and have canceled vacations I AN PISSED!
I just came back from a week in Binghamton NY. (3 hours away from home!) And I hate it there!
:-<
Comment by BobR on 03/28/2008 14:25:18
That sucks. :(
My friend Stan was planning on sharing a room with you. Now I'm not sure what to do there.... Mondo: Would you be interested in sharing a room with Stan?... or do you already have other arrangements?
BobR on 03/28/2008 14:25:18
Quote by Grumpyman:
Have some bad news.
Work has gotten so out of whack I don't think I will be able to make it.
3 people have left and we are so busy. They are revamping the call schudel and have canceled vacations I AN PISSED!
I just came back from a week in Binghamton NY. (3 hours away from home!) And I hate it there!
That sucks. :(
My friend Stan was planning on sharing a room with you. Now I'm not sure what to do there.... Mondo: Would you be interested in sharing a room with Stan?... or do you already have other arrangements?
Comment by livingonli on 03/28/2008 18:27:35
livingonli on 03/28/2008 18:27:35
I have a spare bed in my room if needed. I booked one with two double beds just in case.
Comment by wickedpam on 03/31/2008 17:04:44
That does suck. I was looking forward to meeting you in persons. Gonna keep my fingers crossed that you'll still be able to get away
wickedpam on 03/31/2008 17:04:44
Quote by Grumpyman:
Have some bad news.
Work has gotten so out of whack I don't think I will be able to make it.
3 people have left and we are so busy. They are revamping the call schudel and have canceled vacations I AN PISSED!
I just came back from a week in Binghamton NY. (3 hours away from home!) And I hate it there!
That does suck. I was looking forward to meeting you in persons. Gonna keep my fingers crossed that you'll still be able to get away
Comment by 
m-hadley on 04/01/2008 12:40:31
Hey there Liv,
I may take you up on your offer to share your room. Last night I booked my flight (only cost me $47.00 more than the credit that they gave me for the Columbus trip I didn't make). I arrive on Friday - early afternoon - and fly out around 10:00am Sunday morning. I am really looking forward to meeting you and the rest of the 4Fs gang - can't wait...
Cheers,
mfaye
m-hadley on 04/01/2008 12:40:31
Quote by livingonli:
I have a spare bed in my room if needed. I booked one with two double beds just in case.
Hey there Liv,
I may take you up on your offer to share your room. Last night I booked my flight (only cost me $47.00 more than the credit that they gave me for the Columbus trip I didn't make). I arrive on Friday - early afternoon - and fly out around 10:00am Sunday morning. I am really looking forward to meeting you and the rest of the 4Fs gang - can't wait...
Cheers,
mfaye
Comment by wickedpam on 04/01/2008 13:59:36
wickedpam on 04/01/2008 13:59:36
Yeah!
Are you coming into National or Dulles? If Dulles let me know what time and I could probably pick you up and we'll still hit Arlington before rush hour. If National you could take the blue line train(metro) from National (they call it Regan National) to the Rosslyn Metro and the hotels only a block away we can come meet you at the station.
Are you coming into National or Dulles? If Dulles let me know what time and I could probably pick you up and we'll still hit Arlington before rush hour. If National you could take the blue line train(metro) from National (they call it Regan National) to the Rosslyn Metro and the hotels only a block away we can come meet you at the station.
Comment by 
starling310 on 04/01/2008 14:06:40
Bobber. . . I will double check my room confirm. If I've got 2 beds, he can share with me.
No funny business!
p.s. I am only there Sat. to Sun. though.
starling310 on 04/01/2008 14:06:40
Quote by BobR:Quote by Grumpyman:
Have some bad news.
Work has gotten so out of whack I don't think I will be able to make it.
3 people have left and we are so busy. They are revamping the call schudel and have canceled vacations I AN PISSED!
I just came back from a week in Binghamton NY. (3 hours away from home!) And I hate it there!
That sucks. :(
My friend Stan was planning on sharing a room with you. Now I'm not sure what to do there.... Mondo: Would you be interested in sharing a room with Stan?... or do you already have other arrangements?
Bobber. . . I will double check my room confirm. If I've got 2 beds, he can share with me.
No funny business!
p.s. I am only there Sat. to Sun. though.
Comment by TriSec on 04/06/2008 14:02:14
TriSec on 04/06/2008 14:02:14
File under "day late, dollar short".
We are probably headed to DC this year...just not at the same time as you.
Unfortunately, my bonus and tax return went to clearing the slate and paying down a ton of bills in anticipation of a clean break while Maine was still alive. So we can't come down for the April shindig. But, with the president's money coming in May, maybe we can afford a vacation this year after all.
So....we'll be down sometime in August. Wicked Pam is local, yes? Maybe we can see you, at least.
I'm still expecting a phone call on the Saturday night so we can have a long-distance toast.
:martini:
Oh, and Livin....Javi was recently diagnosed with a mild chocolate allergy...so we took Hershey/Lancaster off the table. That would be kind of mean. But you're still welcome in Boston anytime. How about here for the next major gathering?
We are probably headed to DC this year...just not at the same time as you.
Unfortunately, my bonus and tax return went to clearing the slate and paying down a ton of bills in anticipation of a clean break while Maine was still alive. So we can't come down for the April shindig. But, with the president's money coming in May, maybe we can afford a vacation this year after all.
So....we'll be down sometime in August. Wicked Pam is local, yes? Maybe we can see you, at least.
I'm still expecting a phone call on the Saturday night so we can have a long-distance toast.
:martini:
Oh, and Livin....Javi was recently diagnosed with a mild chocolate allergy...so we took Hershey/Lancaster off the table. That would be kind of mean. But you're still welcome in Boston anytime. How about here for the next major gathering?
Comment by BobR on 04/06/2008 23:44:56
BobR on 04/06/2008 23:44:56
Aw man, Tri... we are likely going to be in NY in August, visiting family...
And Livin: I've confirmed my friend Stan will gladly share a room with you, if you are willing.
And Livin: I've confirmed my friend Stan will gladly share a room with you, if you are willing.
Comment by wickedpam on 04/07/2008 14:05:10
Yep, I'm a suburban local! I would love to catch up with you guys :D
wickedpam on 04/07/2008 14:05:10
Quote by TriSec:
File under "day late, dollar short".
We are probably headed to DC this year...just not at the same time as you.
Unfortunately, my bonus and tax return went to clearing the slate and paying down a ton of bills in anticipation of a clean break while Maine was still alive. So we can't come down for the April shindig. But, with the president's money coming in May, maybe we can afford a vacation this year after all.
So....we'll be down sometime in August. Wicked Pam is local, yes? Maybe we can see you, at least.
I'm still expecting a phone call on the Saturday night so we can have a long-distance toast.
:martini:
Oh, and Livin....Javi was recently diagnosed with a mild chocolate allergy...so we took Hershey/Lancaster off the table. That would be kind of mean. But you're still welcome in Boston anytime. How about here for the next major gathering?
Yep, I'm a suburban local! I would love to catch up with you guys :D
Comment by shelaghc on 04/07/2008 14:10:51
shelaghc on 04/07/2008 14:10:51
So who's still going?
The list is whittling down.
The list is whittling down.
Comment by wickedpam on 04/07/2008 16:56:13
BobR & Raine
Liv
Me (Mala)
You (shelagh)
Star (for Sat night)
HBK
I think also
Mondo
Vel?????
Faye
and maybe Grump
wickedpam on 04/07/2008 16:56:13
Quote by shelaghc:
So who's still going?
The list is whittling down.
BobR & Raine
Liv
Me (Mala)
You (shelagh)
Star (for Sat night)
HBK
I think also
Mondo
Vel?????
Faye
and maybe Grump
Comment by livingonli on 04/07/2008 17:49:14
Grump is out. He doesn't have the time. I do Mondo is in along with VJ and Aunt Azaela and it sounds like Faye is going to be able to get in (just negotiating that plane stuff).
livingonli on 04/07/2008 17:49:14
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by shelaghc:
So who's still going?
The list is whittling down.
BobR & Raine
Liv
Me (Mala)
You (shelagh)
Star (for Sat night)
HBK
I think also
Mondo
Vel?????
Faye
and maybe Grump
Grump is out. He doesn't have the time. I do Mondo is in along with VJ and Aunt Azaela and it sounds like Faye is going to be able to get in (just negotiating that plane stuff).
Comment by BobR on 04/08/2008 02:48:55
It's:
BobR & Raine
Mondo
Stan (my friend)
Velveeta & Mrs. Velveeta
Mala
Shelagh
Livin
HBK
Starling (Sat only)
Faye
That's 12!! (11 on Fri night).
I predict much fun will be had by all.
BobR on 04/08/2008 02:48:55
Quote by wickedpam:
BobR & Raine
Liv
Me (Mala)
You (shelagh)
Star (for Sat night)
HBK
I think also
Mondo
Vel?????
Faye
and maybe Grump
It's:
BobR & Raine
Mondo
Stan (my friend)
Velveeta & Mrs. Velveeta
Mala
Shelagh
Livin
HBK
Starling (Sat only)
Faye
That's 12!! (11 on Fri night).
I predict much fun will be had by all.
Comment by livingonli on 04/08/2008 05:45:25
No problemo. I do have a spare bed in the room I booked. It is a non-smoking room though just so he knows.
The only thing he might have to worry about is my snoring.
livingonli on 04/08/2008 05:45:25
Quote by BobR:
And Livin: I've confirmed my friend Stan will gladly share a room with you, if you are willing.
No problemo. I do have a spare bed in the room I booked. It is a non-smoking room though just so he knows.
The only thing he might have to worry about is my snoring.
Comment by shelaghc on 04/08/2008 18:49:43
shelaghc on 04/08/2008 18:49:43
Does anyone have an air mattress? I just tried to reserve a rollaway bed for our room and was told we can only request it but if someone else gets there first, we lose the rollaway.
:-/
:-/
Comment by BobR on 04/08/2008 20:38:03
We have one, but the only pump we have for it plugs into a car lighter. Not that that's a huge problem, but it would be a minor inconvenience. We should be able to bring it, so long as Mondo's PT Cruiser has enough space in the trunk for that along with 4 people's baggage and drinking supplies...
BobR on 04/08/2008 20:38:03
Quote by shelaghc:
Does anyone have an air mattress? I just tried to reserve a rollaway bed for our room and was told we can only request it but if someone else gets there first, we lose the rollaway.
:-/
We have one, but the only pump we have for it plugs into a car lighter. Not that that's a huge problem, but it would be a minor inconvenience. We should be able to bring it, so long as Mondo's PT Cruiser has enough space in the trunk for that along with 4 people's baggage and drinking supplies...
Comment by shelaghc on 04/08/2008 22:17:24
I have two pumps - one foot powered, the other electric. One or t'other should work.
Sounds like a plan!
shelaghc on 04/08/2008 22:17:24
Quote by BobR:Quote by shelaghc:
Does anyone have an air mattress? I just tried to reserve a rollaway bed for our room and was told we can only request it but if someone else gets there first, we lose the rollaway.
:-/
We have one, but the only pump we have for it plugs into a car lighter. Not that that's a huge problem, but it would be a minor inconvenience. We should be able to bring it, so long as Mondo's PT Cruiser has enough space in the trunk for that along with 4 people's baggage and drinking supplies...
I have two pumps - one foot powered, the other electric. One or t'other should work.
Sounds like a plan!
Comment by m-hadley on 04/09/2008 00:10:09
Yeah, I talked Delta into letting me use my old ticket that I didn't use for Columbus and only had to shell out $47.00 extra for a RT to BWI (Baltimore) - there is a shuttle that runs from BWI to DC regularly that isn't too expensive. I'll be arriving around 1pm on Friday, leaving about 9am on Sunday. I'll probably stay with a friend on Friday night, but am looking forward to hanging with you all on Saturday. Can't wait With whom am sharing a room? BTB - I snore too, although those breathe right strips help :)
m-hadley on 04/09/2008 00:10:09
Quote by livingonli:Quote by wickedpam:Quote by shelaghc:
So who's still going?
The list is whittling down.
BobR & Raine
Liv
Me (Mala)
You (shelagh)
Star (for Sat night)
HBK
I think also
Mondo
Vel?????
Faye
and maybe Grump
Grump is out. He doesn't have the time. I do Mondo is in along with VJ and Aunt Azaela and it sounds like Faye is going to be able to get in (just negotiating that plane stuff).
Yeah, I talked Delta into letting me use my old ticket that I didn't use for Columbus and only had to shell out $47.00 extra for a RT to BWI (Baltimore) - there is a shuttle that runs from BWI to DC regularly that isn't too expensive. I'll be arriving around 1pm on Friday, leaving about 9am on Sunday. I'll probably stay with a friend on Friday night, but am looking forward to hanging with you all on Saturday. Can't wait
With whom am sharing a room? BTB - I snore too, although those breathe right strips help :)
Comment by wickedpam on 04/09/2008 14:06:25
Not to worry I have an areobed it has an air pump built into the mattress :D
wickedpam on 04/09/2008 14:06:25
Quote by shelaghc:
Does anyone have an air mattress? I just tried to reserve a rollaway bed for our room and was told we can only request it but if someone else gets there first, we lose the rollaway.
:-/
Not to worry I have an areobed it has an air pump built into the mattress :D
Comment by BobR on 04/09/2008 17:06:11
eggggcellent!
BobR on 04/09/2008 17:06:11
Quote by wickedpam:
Not to worry I have an areobed it has an air pump built into the mattress :D
eggggcellent!
Comment by shelaghc on 04/10/2008 15:14:55
Aerobeds are *very* comfy. WTG!
shelaghc on 04/10/2008 15:14:55
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by shelaghc:
Does anyone have an air mattress? I just tried to reserve a rollaway bed for our room and was told we can only request it but if someone else gets there first, we lose the rollaway.
:-/
Not to worry I have an areobed it has an air pump built into the mattress :D
Aerobeds are *very* comfy. WTG!
Comment by shelaghc on 04/14/2008 03:27:10
shelaghc on 04/14/2008 03:27:10
Is there any chance anyone is coming with a laptop that can create DVDs? I have nearly all of season one of the Sarah Jane adventures from the BBC on my laptop (along with the episode of Dr. Who from last year where she guest starred) and would love to transfer them to disk(s) so I can watch them via my DVD player.
I only have a CD burner on my laptop thus far. Obviously the disks can be shared at that point.
(btw, if anyone has mega space premium, I have a link for the pilot of SJA as well that can be downloaded.)
ta
I only have a CD burner on my laptop thus far. Obviously the disks can be shared at that point.
(btw, if anyone has mega space premium, I have a link for the pilot of SJA as well that can be downloaded.)
ta
Comment by shelaghc on 04/15/2008 22:57:20
shelaghc on 04/15/2008 22:57:20
Here's an interesting thought: how long is the Pope planning to be in DC?
I wonder if that's why we started having so much trouble getting hotel rooms in the area?
I wonder if that's why we started having so much trouble getting hotel rooms in the area?
Comment by 
MMB on 04/16/2008 03:05:01
MMB on 04/16/2008 03:05:01
I have a queen size air mattress with a built in pump. My friend that is coming with me we are going to share a king bed but the mattress is open to anybody that needs it. 
Comment by MMB on 04/16/2008 03:13:45
MMB on 04/16/2008 03:13:45
We booked about 3 weeks ago and got a non-smoking 1 king bed 2 people for 109.00 per night. Booked for 4-25 - 4-27
Comment by wickedpam on 04/18/2008 16:30:24
wickedpam on 04/18/2008 16:30:24
bump!
One Week from today! :party:
One Week from today! :party:
Comment by velveeta jones on 04/21/2008 00:45:10
velveeta jones on 04/21/2008 00:45:10
Okay ya'll............. Velveeta and Aunt Azalea will not be making this trip. Its been a tough month for us, money-wise. Each one of us, including pets, have made an emergency trip to doctor/hospital/vet. *sigh*
I'm really sad, because most of you have already met, and I really wanted to meet all of you. I also was looking forward to ya'll meeting my better half.
I hope to make it next year. Please have fun!! And do NOT get into trouble.
I'm really sad, because most of you have already met, and I really wanted to meet all of you. I also was looking forward to ya'll meeting my better half.
I hope to make it next year. Please have fun!! And do NOT get into trouble.
Comment by Raine on 04/21/2008 01:10:03
That sux but I understand.
You do know that you ARE going to get a visit from us prolly in June-ish tho, right? ;)
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Raine on 04/21/2008 01:10:03
Quote by velveeta jones:
Okay ya'll............. Velveeta and Aunt Azalea will not be making this trip. Its been a tough month for us, money-wise. Each one of us, including pets, have made an emergency trip to doctor/hospital/vet. *sigh*
I'm really sad, because most of you have already met, and I really wanted to meet all of you. I also was looking forward to ya'll meeting my better half.
I hope to make it next year. Please have fun!! And do NOT get into trouble.
That sux but I understand.
You do know that you ARE going to get a visit from us prolly in June-ish tho, right? ;)
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Comment by livingonli on 04/21/2008 01:11:53
livingonli on 04/21/2008 01:11:53
So soory to hear it, VJ. I was looking forwrd to meeting you and your better half. it sucks that so much crap was thrown at you. Hope to meet ya,, sometime.
And now who's going to be sober enough to take the blackmail pictures?
I was looking forwrd to meeting you and your better half. it sucks that so much crap was thrown at you. Hope to meet ya,, sometime.And now who's going to be sober enough to take the blackmail pictures?
Comment by velveeta jones on 04/21/2008 01:23:44
velveeta jones on 04/21/2008 01:23:44
Quote by Raine:Quote by velveeta jones:
Okay ya'll............. Velveeta and Aunt Azalea will not be making this trip. Its been a tough month for us, money-wise. Each one of us, including pets, have made an emergency trip to doctor/hospital/vet. *sigh*
I'm really sad, because most of you have already met, and I really wanted to meet all of you. I also was looking forward to ya'll meeting my better half.
I hope to make it next year. Please have fun!! And do NOT get into trouble.
That sux but I understand.
You do know that you ARE going to get a visit from us prolly in June-ish tho, right? ;)
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Comment by velveeta jones on 04/21/2008 01:24:46
I nominate Faye.
:D
velveeta jones on 04/21/2008 01:24:46
Quote by livingonli:
So soory to hear it, VJ.
And now who's going to be sober enough to take the blackmail pictures?
I nominate Faye.
:D
Comment by shelaghc on 04/21/2008 11:40:42
:-<
shelaghc on 04/21/2008 11:40:42
Quote by velveeta jones:
Okay ya'll............. Velveeta and Aunt Azalea will not be making this trip. Its been a tough month for us, money-wise. Each one of us, including pets, have made an emergency trip to doctor/hospital/vet. *sigh*
I'm really sad, because most of you have already met, and I really wanted to meet all of you. I also was looking forward to ya'll meeting my better half.
I hope to make it next year. Please have fun!! And do NOT get into trouble.
:-<
Comment by wickedpam on 04/21/2008 13:55:51
:hug: :hug: Sorry your not going to be able to make it, but I totally understand. If you come to DC before them though you have to let me know so I can catch up with ya!
wickedpam on 04/21/2008 13:55:51
Quote by velveeta jones:
Okay ya'll............. Velveeta and Aunt Azalea will not be making this trip. Its been a tough month for us, money-wise. Each one of us, including pets, have made an emergency trip to doctor/hospital/vet. *sigh*
I'm really sad, because most of you have already met, and I really wanted to meet all of you. I also was looking forward to ya'll meeting my better half.
I hope to make it next year. Please have fun!! And do NOT get into trouble.
:hug:
:hug: Sorry your not going to be able to make it, but I totally understand. If you come to DC before them though you have to let me know so I can catch up with ya!
Comment by shelaghc on 04/21/2008 15:54:57
shelaghc on 04/21/2008 15:54:57
Would anyone be up for going to a viewing of "Where in the World is Osama Bin Laden?" over the weekend?
God only knows when Pittsburgh will finally get a showing of the movie, but there's a theatre about fifteen minutes (so says google maps) away from the hotel.
I'd love to see it with other people who'd appreciate it.
God only knows when Pittsburgh will finally get a showing of the movie, but there's a theatre about fifteen minutes (so says google maps) away from the hotel.
I'd love to see it with other people who'd appreciate it.
Comment by wickedpam on 04/21/2008 16:35:42
Don't know much about the theatres in Arlington, which ones it going to be at? Heard Spurlock(sp) interviewed on Elliot in the Morning last week and it sounded like a really interesting movie.
wickedpam on 04/21/2008 16:35:42
Quote by shelaghc:
Would anyone be up for going to a viewing of "Where in the World is Osama Bin Laden?" over the weekend?
God only knows when Pittsburgh will finally get a showing of the movie, but there's a theatre about fifteen minutes (so says google maps) away from the hotel.
I'd love to see it with other people who'd appreciate it.
Don't know much about the theatres in Arlington, which ones it going to be at? Heard Spurlock(sp) interviewed on Elliot in the Morning last week and it sounded like a really interesting movie.
Comment by livingonli on 04/21/2008 16:43:11
I would be down with it. Is it in a DC or Virginia theatre?
livingonli on 04/21/2008 16:43:11
Quote by shelaghc:
Would anyone be up for going to a viewing of "Where in the World is Osama Bin Laden?" over the weekend?
God only knows when Pittsburgh will finally get a showing of the movie, but there's a theatre about fifteen minutes (so says google maps) away from the hotel.
I'd love to see it with other people who'd appreciate it.
I would be down with it. Is it in a DC or Virginia theatre?
Comment by shelaghc on 04/21/2008 16:54:45
As long as it's still showing there, the locations are 555 11th Street NW,
Washington, DC 20004 (E Street Theatre - fifteen minutes away) and 7235 Woodmont Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814-2951 (Bethesda Row Theatre - about 25 minutes away).
I just got off the phone with someone there - they said they should know for sure either today or tomorrow.
Crossing my fingers.
shelaghc on 04/21/2008 16:54:45
Quote by livingonli:Quote by shelaghc:
Would anyone be up for going to a viewing of "Where in the World is Osama Bin Laden?" over the weekend?
God only knows when Pittsburgh will finally get a showing of the movie, but there's a theatre about fifteen minutes (so says google maps) away from the hotel.
I'd love to see it with other people who'd appreciate it.
I would be down with it. Is it in a DC or Virginia theatre?
As long as it's still showing there, the locations are 555 11th Street NW,
Washington, DC 20004 (E Street Theatre - fifteen minutes away) and 7235 Woodmont Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814-2951 (Bethesda Row Theatre - about 25 minutes away).
I just got off the phone with someone there - they said they should know for sure either today or tomorrow.
Crossing my fingers.
Comment by livingonli on 04/21/2008 16:57:50
livingonli on 04/21/2008 16:57:50
Bethesda is a little more of a trek from Arlington. Hopefully, it will be in the DC theatre.
Comment by shelaghc on 04/21/2008 17:05:23
I google-mapped them both - the Bethesda Row theatre is only seven miles away, not too bad really. I think the long drive is more because there's no expressway between the hotel and the theatre.
OTOH, the DC theatre is only three miles away. Hopefully both have parking?
shelaghc on 04/21/2008 17:05:23
Quote by livingonli:
Bethesda is a little more of a trek from Arlington. Hopefully, it will be in the DC theatre.
I google-mapped them both - the Bethesda Row theatre is only seven miles away, not too bad really. I think the long drive is more because there's no expressway between the hotel and the theatre.
OTOH, the DC theatre is only three miles away. Hopefully both have parking?
Comment by livingonli on 04/21/2008 17:12:40
livingonli on 04/21/2008 17:12:40
I was thinking some of us would be using public transit if not walking. On our last trip to DC, our cars were pretty much in the parking lot the whole time.
Comment by shelaghc on 04/21/2008 17:28:40
Going by that, then, the DC theatre is right near the Metra, according to the recorded message.
shelaghc on 04/21/2008 17:28:40
Quote by livingonli:
I was thinking some of us would be using public transit if not walking. On our last trip to DC, our cars were pretty much in the parking lot the whole time.
Going by that, then, the DC theatre is right near the Metra, according to the recorded message.
Comment by wickedpam on 04/21/2008 20:35:03
Hopefully it's close to the metro - never driven in the city myself, in fact I don't even drive on the beltway
wickedpam on 04/21/2008 20:35:03
Quote by shelaghc:Quote by livingonli:
Bethesda is a little more of a trek from Arlington. Hopefully, it will be in the DC theatre.
I google-mapped them both - the Bethesda Row theatre is only seven miles away, not too bad really. I think the long drive is more because there's no expressway between the hotel and the theatre.
OTOH, the DC theatre is only three miles away. Hopefully both have parking?
Hopefully it's close to the metro - never driven in the city myself, in fact I don't even drive on the beltway
Comment by wickedpam on 04/22/2008 14:00:07
wickedpam on 04/22/2008 14:00:07
DC Weather Update
Friday - Mostly Sunny @72
Saturday - Partly Sunny - Chance of Rain @70
SUnday - Cloudy/Rain @65
Friday - Mostly Sunny @72
Saturday - Partly Sunny - Chance of Rain @70
SUnday - Cloudy/Rain @65
Comment by livingonli on 04/22/2008 14:47:46
livingonli on 04/22/2008 14:47:46
I really hope it doesn't rain Sunday. I don't like making long drives in the rain.
Comment by shelaghc on 04/22/2008 16:01:28
shelaghc on 04/22/2008 16:01:28
FYI - I just checked and WitWiObL will indeed be at the E Street Theatre this weekend.
Two shows, 7:05 and 9:35 -both PM.
I'll be working until something like 11:00 or 12:00 on Friday so I can't count on being at the hotel before 4:00 or 5:00PM now. :(
But at least I'll have a paycheck next week, eh?
So do we want do have dinner then see the 9:35 movie or see the 7:05 movie then have a late snack?
Or is someone coming on Saturday instead who'd like to go as well? In which case we have the same questions for Saturday instead of Friday?
Two shows, 7:05 and 9:35 -both PM.
I'll be working until something like 11:00 or 12:00 on Friday so I can't count on being at the hotel before 4:00 or 5:00PM now. :(
But at least I'll have a paycheck next week, eh?
So do we want do have dinner then see the 9:35 movie or see the 7:05 movie then have a late snack?
Or is someone coming on Saturday instead who'd like to go as well? In which case we have the same questions for Saturday instead of Friday?
Comment by livingonli on 04/22/2008 16:08:34
livingonli on 04/22/2008 16:08:34
:star: isn't coming down until Saturday so she's the one we have to ask. And then the only question is what time the Atlanta contingent arrives. I think they will be leaving early in the AM so they should be there by dinnertime.
Comment by starling310 on 04/22/2008 20:54:26
starling310 on 04/22/2008 20:54:26
Hey guys! That's really sweet to want to wait for me, but please feel free to plan whatever the majority wants. I will jump into the Agenda/Itinerary where and when I can. I will most likely get to DC around Noon on Saturday.
For what it's worth, I would like as much "talk" time as I can get with you all.
So, if I miss the film that is alright.
But, I will leave it up to the majority, as I am the only one who can't be there until Saturday.
:peace:
For what it's worth, I would like as much "talk" time as I can get with you all.
So, if I miss the film that is alright.
But, I will leave it up to the majority, as I am the only one who can't be there until Saturday.
:peace:
Comment by wickedpam on 04/23/2008 19:09:57
wickedpam on 04/23/2008 19:09:57
Hey Star - can't help with the NY side of things but I can help with the DC side some.
Comment by Raine on 04/23/2008 19:10:55
Raine on 04/23/2008 19:10:55
I am here Starling DArling... What do ya need to know?
Comment by starling310 on 04/23/2008 19:11:23
starling310 on 04/23/2008 19:11:23
Ok...about the NY Bus Pick Up:
The Schedules page shows Saturday pick-up at the station location:
303 W. 34th Street
Corner of 8th Ave.
So, I'm confused how the F would get me there.
I need to go to NY more often.
The Schedules page shows Saturday pick-up at the station location:
303 W. 34th Street
Corner of 8th Ave.
So, I'm confused how the F would get me there.
I need to go to NY more often.
Comment by Raine on 04/23/2008 19:12:49
Raine on 04/23/2008 19:12:49
The DC train system is great, btw, that is easy to get around in.
Mala what is the train station that the hotel is near?
Mala what is the train station that the hotel is near?
Comment by starling310 on 04/23/2008 19:13:11
Thanks Mala! :hug:
starling310 on 04/23/2008 19:13:11
Quote by wickedpam:
Hey Star - can't help with the NY side of things but I can help with the DC side some.
Thanks Mala! :hug:
Comment by livingonli on 04/23/2008 19:13:45
You would have to take the E train at the same station. If you're going from Grand Central you would take the S to Times Square and then the 8th Ave. line (A,C,E) to 34th St.
livingonli on 04/23/2008 19:13:45
Quote by starling310:
Ok...about the NY Bus Pick Up:
The Schedules page shows Saturday pick-up at the station location:
303 W. 34th Street
Corner of 8th Ave.
So, I'm confused how the F would get me there.
I need to go to NY more often.
You would have to take the E train at the same station. If you're going from Grand Central you would take the S to Times Square and then the 8th Ave. line (A,C,E) to 34th St.
Comment by starling310 on 04/23/2008 19:14:32
starling310 on 04/23/2008 19:14:32
Mala, here are the DC Train Pick-ups
Which one is easiest from the Hotel?
Dag! If I take the 10:30 train, I won't get to DC until AT LEAST 2:30.
That's barely any time with you guys.
Which one is easiest from the Hotel?
Dag! If I take the 10:30 train, I won't get to DC until AT LEAST 2:30.
That's barely any time with you guys.
Comment by livingonli on 04/23/2008 19:16:00
livingonli on 04/23/2008 19:16:00
If you want to maximize your time with us, that rental car might be a better idea. Too bad you couldn't meet us on Friday.
Comment by starling310 on 04/23/2008 19:19:13
starling310 on 04/23/2008 19:19:13
Yeah, I know. Just trying to not spend too much money.
Comment by Raine on 04/23/2008 19:22:04
Raine on 04/23/2008 19:22:04
The F train takes you to 34th and 6th Avenue. Then you walk 2 blocks over to 8th avenue. Otherwise, the S trin tkes you to 42nd street and I think Port Authority, then you would have to either tranfer a thrid time on the E train or walk 8 blocks south.
It is just a way to save a tranfer and/or walking.
It is just a way to save a tranfer and/or walking.
Comment by wickedpam on 04/23/2008 19:23:18
wickedpam on 04/23/2008 19:23:18
Actually if you get off the bus by the McPherson Metro stop take the Orange line to the Rosslyn stop. That would be the Orange line to Vienna.
Comment by starling310 on 04/23/2008 19:23:49
starling310 on 04/23/2008 19:23:49
Alright...thanks for all of your input! I am going to figure out what works best on my end....
Either way, I will see all of you on Saturday!
Either way, I will see all of you on Saturday!
Comment by wickedpam on 04/23/2008 19:25:17
Red line goes to Chinatown and that area. She wants Orange line it's like 3 stops away.
wickedpam on 04/23/2008 19:25:17
Quote by Raine:
The Metro in DC. McPherson is on the red and Blue line.
Red line goes to Chinatown and that area. She wants Orange line it's like 3 stops away.
Comment by starling310 on 04/23/2008 19:25:45
Ok..I feel like a moron....where is the F in relation to GCS?
starling310 on 04/23/2008 19:25:45
Quote by Raine:
The F train takes you to 34th and 6th Avenue. Then you walk 2 blocks over to 8th avenue. Otherwise, the S trin tkes you to 42nd street and I think Port Authority, then you would have to either tranfer a thrid time on the E train or walk 8 blocks south.
It is just a way to save a tranfer and/or walking.
Ok..I feel like a moron....where is the F in relation to GCS?
Comment by Raine on 04/23/2008 19:26:19
Raine on 04/23/2008 19:26:19
HERe is a close up of the midtown section of the Subway map:
[link removed]
[link removed]
Comment by Raine on 04/23/2008 19:26:59
Raine on 04/23/2008 19:26:59
HERe is a close up of the midtown section of the Subway map:
[Link removed]
[Link removed]
Comment by starling310 on 04/23/2008 19:27:31
Awesome!
starling310 on 04/23/2008 19:27:31
Quote by wickedpam:
Actually if you get off the bus by the McPherson Metro stop take the Orange line to the Rosslyn stop. That would be the Orange line to Vienna.
Awesome!
Comment by Raine on 04/23/2008 19:28:42
Raine on 04/23/2008 19:28:42
HERe is a close up of the midtown section of the Subway map:
[Link removed]
You DO know, you should call me when you can get the chance. This subway thing is a lot easier than it is starting to appear.
Once we know what the closest MEtro station is in Dc we can easily get you there.
But call dahling!
[Link removed]
You DO know, you should call me when you can get the chance. This subway thing is a lot easier than it is starting to appear.
Once we know what the closest MEtro station is in Dc we can easily get you there.
But call dahling!
Comment by wickedpam on 04/23/2008 19:31:25
Or if you get hit the Farragut West station use the Orange line to Vienna also - get off at Rosslyn.
If you get on at Farragut North take the Red line to Glenmont but get out at Metro Center. Find one of the people in the info box (near the tickets) and have them show you how to get do to the Orange line platform and take Orange line to Vienna off at Rosslyn.
Either way just find the Orange line to Vienna and out at Rosslyn.
We'll find you :hug:
wickedpam on 04/23/2008 19:31:25
Quote by wickedpam:
Actually if you get off the bus by the McPherson Metro stop take the Orange line to the Rosslyn stop. That would be the Orange line to Vienna.
Or if you get hit the Farragut West station use the Orange line to Vienna also - get off at Rosslyn.
If you get on at Farragut North take the Red line to Glenmont but get out at Metro Center. Find one of the people in the info box (near the tickets) and have them show you how to get do to the Orange line platform and take Orange line to Vienna off at Rosslyn.
Either way just find the Orange line to Vienna and out at Rosslyn.
We'll find you :hug:
Comment by livingonli on 04/23/2008 19:35:01
livingonli on 04/23/2008 19:35:01
I am seeing timing out errors and can't read the postings on this blog.
Comment by Raine on 04/23/2008 19:35:49
Raine on 04/23/2008 19:35:49
[link removed] you can zoom in on this map. Call me we will talk.
Comment by BobR on 04/23/2008 19:44:24
There were some links that were causing problems. I removed them from the comments..
BobR on 04/23/2008 19:44:24
Quote by livingonli:
I am seeing timing out errors and can't read the postings on this blog.
There were some links that were causing problems. I removed them from the comments..
Comment by Raine on 04/23/2008 19:46:34
You are not going to GCS at all.. The F is north of it. I am trying to get you to avoid having to make a zillion transfers.
Raine on 04/23/2008 19:46:34
Quote by starling310:Quote by Raine:
The F train takes you to 34th and 6th Avenue. Then you walk 2 blocks over to 8th avenue. Otherwise, the S trin tkes you to 42nd street and I think Port Authority, then you would have to either tranfer a thrid time on the E train or walk 8 blocks south.
It is just a way to save a tranfer and/or walking.
Ok..I feel like a moron....where is the F in relation to GCS?
Comment by livingonli on 04/23/2008 19:52:08
livingonli on 04/23/2008 19:52:08
Actually if you go to GCS. You only take two trains to go to 34th. But you're only going one stop on each. S from GCS to Times Square. A,C,E from 42nd st. to 34th st.
Comment by livingonli on 04/23/2008 19:53:08
livingonli on 04/23/2008 19:53:08
Does the blog not like the MTA web site?
Comment by starling310 on 04/23/2008 20:03:19
starling310 on 04/23/2008 20:03:19
Ok...Raine and I got it squared away. Thanks all!! 
I will get there come hell or high water.
I will get there come hell or high water.
Comment by shelaghc on 04/24/2008 23:58:12
shelaghc on 04/24/2008 23:58:12
Did we ever decide what day we want to see WitWiObL?
Comment by shelaghc on 04/25/2008 02:32:50
shelaghc on 04/25/2008 02:32:50
Another question - probably won't get an answer in time, since I'm packing now.
What is anyone wearing to this little shindig?
I'm packing a couple of subversive t-shirts, a pair of jeans and some comfortable pants.
Anyone?
Buehler?
What is anyone wearing to this little shindig?
I'm packing a couple of subversive t-shirts, a pair of jeans and some comfortable pants.
Anyone?
Buehler?
Comment by BobR on 04/25/2008 11:01:11
BobR on 04/25/2008 11:01:11
I'm packing t-shirts, shorts, jeans (in case it gets colder)... and one nice shirt in case it's needed.
and beer... lots of beer.
WE'RE HEADING OUT!
and beer... lots of beer.
WE'RE HEADING OUT!
Comment by Raine on 04/25/2008 11:01:53
Raine on 04/25/2008 11:01:53
HEya casual all the way dahlink!
When you get into town, Mala give me a call!
we will be leaving in about 15-20 minutes. See you all in a few!!! :hugs:
casual all the way dahlink! When you get into town, Mala give me a call!
we will be leaving in about 15-20 minutes. See you all in a few!!! :hugs:
Comment by velveeta jones on 04/25/2008 12:08:38
velveeta jones on 04/25/2008 12:08:38
Long sigh...............................................
:kickcan:
:kickcan:
Comment by shelaghc on 04/25/2008 12:09:21
shelaghc on 04/25/2008 12:09:21
Nothing like starting out the weekend with a bang.
I spent ten minutes this morning searching my apartment for my tollway transponder. You see, I thought it would be prudent to remove it from my own car last night so I would have it all ready for the trip today.
Mind you, I didn't transfer it *directly* to the rental car. That would have been too easy.
I couldn't find it before I left for work.
Then, on the way to work I realized I didn't have my cell phone car charger. I'm a real stickler for having that thing when I'm traveling in case something goes wrong with the car and the cell phone isn't charged up. I realized at some point that I'd grabbed both the transponder *and* the charger at the same time. So wherever one is, so is the other.
Now I'll have to check through my suitcases before I head out and, if they're not there, I'll either have to just leave without them or stop at home for one last look. So on top of being later to work than I wanted to be (and will have to leave later from work to make up for the time(, now I'll have another delay.
*This* is why I don't like to have to work on travelling days......
I spent ten minutes this morning searching my apartment for my tollway transponder. You see, I thought it would be prudent to remove it from my own car last night so I would have it all ready for the trip today.
Mind you, I didn't transfer it *directly* to the rental car. That would have been too easy.
I couldn't find it before I left for work.
Then, on the way to work I realized I didn't have my cell phone car charger. I'm a real stickler for having that thing when I'm traveling in case something goes wrong with the car and the cell phone isn't charged up. I realized at some point that I'd grabbed both the transponder *and* the charger at the same time. So wherever one is, so is the other.
Now I'll have to check through my suitcases before I head out and, if they're not there, I'll either have to just leave without them or stop at home for one last look. So on top of being later to work than I wanted to be (and will have to leave later from work to make up for the time(, now I'll have another delay.
*This* is why I don't like to have to work on travelling days......
Comment by 
jd_in_ny on 04/25/2008 12:19:33
ditto.
jd_in_ny on 04/25/2008 12:19:33
Quote by velveeta jones:
Long sigh...............................................
:kickcan:
ditto.
Comment by velveeta jones on 04/25/2008 12:39:25
velveeta jones on 04/25/2008 12:39:25
Well, today I am planning a flagstone sidewalk. Must dig out the path, then go pick out the flagstone. Pray they can deliver it tomorrow.
Sigh................. Maybe I'll call Raine and bug her. :D
Sigh................. Maybe I'll call Raine and bug her. :D
Comment by velveeta jones on 04/25/2008 13:05:09
velveeta jones on 04/25/2008 13:05:09
Just talked to Raine. Mala, if'n you peek in this morning, call Raine. She doesn't have your number.
Comment by shelaghc on 04/25/2008 13:31:15
I just sent you a PM with Mala's cell phone for you to give to Raine.
shelaghc on 04/25/2008 13:31:15
Quote by velveeta jones:
Just talked to Raine. Mala, if'n you peek in this morning, call Raine. She doesn't have your number.
I just sent you a PM with Mala's cell phone for you to give to Raine.
Comment by Al from WV on 04/25/2008 18:40:35
Well, those of you there by Friday night I will get to see. I very likely won't be able to stop by on Saturday.
Velveeta, I'm so sad you can't make it. Next time. (or maybe I'll make a side trip to your area when I'm in Raleigh this Sept for son#1 wedding...).
Al
Velveeta, I'm so sad you can't make it. Next time. (or maybe I'll make a side trip to your area when I'm in Raleigh this Sept for son#1 wedding...).
Al
Comment by TriSec on 04/26/2008 02:12:58
TriSec on 04/26/2008 02:12:58
Hmm, no reports from anyone?
Comment by livingonli on 04/26/2008 02:23:20
livingonli on 04/26/2008 02:23:20
Hi Tri. We all got in around 6:30 and after checking-in and having dinner and I making a raintini supplies room. We are all now curled up with raintinis and chat.
Here's to you, Tri.
:martini:
Here's to you, Tri.
:martini:
Comment by BobR on 04/26/2008 03:13:44
BobR on 04/26/2008 03:13:44
Hey everyone!
We're in the room drinking and talking... we've got Raine and I, Mala, Livin, Shelagh, HBK, Al from WV, and my friend Stan (Mondo left before dinner to visit relatives).
We're drinking beer and Raintinis after having dinner at the hotel restaurant (yes, I know - boring, but we were in a hurry).
Looking forward to Starling and Faye (and Mondo) joining us tomorrow....
:)
We're in the room drinking and talking... we've got Raine and I, Mala, Livin, Shelagh, HBK, Al from WV, and my friend Stan (Mondo left before dinner to visit relatives).
We're drinking beer and Raintinis after having dinner at the hotel restaurant (yes, I know - boring, but we were in a hurry).
Looking forward to Starling and Faye (and Mondo) joining us tomorrow....
:)
Comment by Al from WV on 04/26/2008 04:56:13
OK, I'm 5 minutes from the apartment, leeching wifi to tell you guys I made it just fine. Great to meet you all, and no, Stan and I were not considering bodily damage to each other (chuckle), we are both just passionate about how we see things.
To all of the readers of the blog. Making it to one of these things is invaluable, even if the rest of the people there are people you never agree with on the board. All the typed interchange in the world will not substitute for hearing a person's voice and seeing their body language.
Good to meet you all, again. Take care. Bob, you done good, on both counts.
To all of the readers of the blog. Making it to one of these things is invaluable, even if the rest of the people there are people you never agree with on the board. All the typed interchange in the world will not substitute for hearing a person's voice and seeing their body language.
Good to meet you all, again. Take care. Bob, you done good, on both counts.
Comment by velveeta jones on 04/26/2008 13:23:17
velveeta jones on 04/26/2008 13:23:17
DAMN! Ya'll did call AL!! I'm so glad. I'm so sorry I'm missing this.
Comment by BobR on 04/26/2008 15:28:55
:hug:
BobR on 04/26/2008 15:28:55
Quote by velveeta jones:
DAMN! Ya'll did call AL!! I'm so glad. I'm so sorry I'm missing this.
:hug:
Comment by IzzyBitz on 04/26/2008 16:03:44
IzzyBitz on 04/26/2008 16:03:44
Oh, dear. Discussing politics while drinking the booze. 
And tonight's topic - religion! 
Desk clerk calls 911. :Girl from Ipanema:
Film at 11.
And tonight's topic - religion!
Desk clerk calls 911. :Girl from Ipanema:
Film at 11.
Comment by velveeta jones on 04/26/2008 16:08:18
velveeta jones on 04/26/2008 16:08:18
We wanted pictures. Dammit. 
Get Al drunk an take nekkid pix so's we can blackmail him. *snicker*
:rofl:
Get Al drunk an take nekkid pix so's we can blackmail him. *snicker*
:rofl:
Comment by Al from WV on 04/27/2008 03:37:06
actually, half the "politics" discussion last night with Stan was religion, anyway. He did have an interesting look on his face when I said I hold a fundamental theology (personally) and that attempting to use the Bible in the place of the law of the land was not only unconstitutional, but unbiblical as well. Great guy to talk to, actually.
Quote by IzzyBitz:
Oh, dear. Discussing politics while drinking the booze.
And tonight's topic - religion!
Desk clerk calls 911. :Girl from Ipanema:
Film at 11.
actually, half the "politics" discussion last night with Stan was religion, anyway. He did have an interesting look on his face when I said I hold a fundamental theology (personally) and that attempting to use the Bible in the place of the law of the land was not only unconstitutional, but unbiblical as well. Great guy to talk to, actually.
Comment by Al from WV on 04/27/2008 03:40:46
'veeta, you're incurri... incorgi... incarg... a doggone mess. You know ain't nobody got a camera that big (or that hard to break).
On the other hand, if you had been able to be there...... (chuckle... 'veeta, put that hammer away... 'veeta.... 'VEETA!! I can't run that fast!!)
Sure wish I could have gone by today, but it was not to be.
Quote by velveeta jones:
We wanted pictures. Dammit.
Get Al drunk an take nekkid pix so's we can blackmail him. *snicker*
:rofl:
'veeta, you're incurri... incorgi... incarg... a doggone mess. You know ain't nobody got a camera that big (or that hard to break).
On the other hand, if you had been able to be there...... (chuckle... 'veeta, put that hammer away... 'veeta.... 'VEETA!! I can't run that fast!!)
Sure wish I could have gone by today, but it was not to be.
Comment by shelaghc on 04/29/2008 01:36:32
shelaghc on 04/29/2008 01:36:32
I'm a little embarrassed. Pretty much every picture I took with people in it came out out of focus or basically crappy.
The ones that *did* come out were all of things. And I never did get a picture of God's Gas......
Uploading what I've got anyway in case anyone wants to see 'em.
The ones that *did* come out were all of things. And I never did get a picture of God's Gas......
Uploading what I've got anyway in case anyone wants to see 'em.