A Boston Gathering!

C.I.

We should have a West Coast get together. Why do the East Coasters have all the fun??

Anon

I agree! I think Asherman wanted to have something in Arizona, but I'd much prefer something closer to our neighborhood. I'm all for it. Why don't we give it a try? c.i.

Last year I flew to Arizona to meet Diane (who flew in from Florida), piffka and another SEATACer (who came in from Washington State), Diane's friend (who came in from Ct), drVal (in from Michigan), and cobalt and friend (driving in from Texas). Location's got nothin' to do with it!

I think Diane's got somethin' to do with it in my case - I met her 3x last year! The Tucson trip - my Cambridge/Cape Cod/Casa Flamingo trip - and then a trip to the Catskills. You've just gotta get out there and meet everybody!

I am sooooooo envious of this latest get-together <sigh>. I may get out and meet the local bookcrossing's group. They look to be quite interesting.

Beth - there was a book-reading group at the bar thursday night.... I, as you might notice, am not at the saturday gathering.

I did indeed notice that.

The book-crossings group here seems to meet at coffee shops - i've checked out some photos - looks quite congenial - the next meeting looks like it will be around the corner from work. I'd better release some books right quick.

how come you didn't go lil'k? good day for it.

ehBeth, Locations got nothing to do with it, as you have proved, but it does make it more 'convenient' to have it close to home. That way, it can become more 'regular' than if we had to travel hundreds or even thousands of miles. c.i.

We are exploring the idea of a Western A2K gathering in Abluquerque sometime in April, or maybe May, or even June. So far I think there are about ten folks who've expressed interest. Albuquerque is relatively central to most of the Greater Southwest, though our distances are much greater than those in New England, or the Southeast. Albuquerque can be reached by road (I-25 and I-40), or by air into Albuquerque's Sun Port.

To ease the cost, my wife and I will open our home Corazon for most of the gathering activities. We have plenty of room, a pool, BBQ, bar, and etc. We have only two guest rooms, but they might be available if anyone's budget is stretched too tight to afford a hotel room. Because we live on a modest government pension we are not able to supply all the food and drinks that this crowd might consume. We can provide some transportation, but I think most would benefit by car rental. When the gathering is more definite, I'll try to get a group rate at one of the local hotels. Finding a suitable restaurant here should be no problem if the group want to sit down together for a meal. There are a number of casinos within easy distance, and visits to a pueblo, or to Santa Fe are also easily arranged.

I'll donate a picture to the A2K person traveling the longest distance to the gathering. Hope that tempts some of you from the Pacific Coast, or from outside the region.

Asherman, I'm sure I express the appreciation of many who consider making the trek to Albuquerque - hopefully on a date I can make it. Late May or early June would be perfect for me! Let us know when a date is established, so we can start to make plans for it. Thank you, c.i.

Anything for a free picture, eh Cicero. The date and details must stay fluid I think for a little longer. Let's see who all is interested, and what dates are best for the greatest number.

paying very very very close attention

I'm in! I love New Mexico!

Anon

<sigh>.... New Mexico....

H-m-m-m-m... New Mexico huh?

Sorry, c.i. If I make it down from Nome, the picture would probably be mine.

Roger:

You're in Nome, Alaska? Holy Moley, man!!

You should start an Interaction on drilling for oil in Alaska from a residents viewpoint. I frankly hate the idea, and I think the only reason Alaskans want drilling is because of the check they get for it ... but ... I've been full of **** before also.

I think it would be interesting!!

Anon

roger, you've got to go to Nome first.

New Mexico..always wanted to visit

Anywho...what a gathering of spirits...wait...it was Sprites!!! Yes, the lovely EZtheSprite and Mr. Mazepattern were of the grandest surprise to see at Dicks...just lovely. Ms mc and friend were there as well, and to round it all off...myself and Fishin.
The general expected enthusiasm was partaken of , including the having been absent of late but not having loosing his touch MP's way with the ladies...those waitresses just adore him. Heck, they adore us to such a great degree that I think we all have a date in the near future...although I am a bit leary as to what that would entail, its all good.
Twas the usual 3+ hour brunch...however, no brunch was being served...we spoiled ourselves with simple foods of a usual luncheon nature.
Dont tell the Ny'ers but, much was said against the poor city and its dwellers as mc is having difficulty with it as a transplant from the fine and friendly Boston. I dont think she can get out soon enough actually.
Twas grand to get out of the bitter temps and see such friendly faces anyway.

pix!


think new mexico
think new mexico
think new mexico

mc took some pix...I however opted out of bringing my camera for the sheer reason of not wanting to carry it through the freezing temps on the T and all that..oh well.

yeah...think NM...all those warm thoughts should do well about now