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Posted by Larry Hoover on June 6, 2005, at 9:30:53
In reply to Re: Beg to differ....not NYC 2006! » Larry Hoover, posted by TofuEmmy on June 6, 2005, at 9:08:24
Posted by Deneb on June 6, 2005, at 10:53:15
In reply to I'm truly sorry. It won't happen again. (nm), posted by Larry Hoover on June 6, 2005, at 9:30:53
Posted by fallsfall on June 6, 2005, at 11:35:53
In reply to Re: ((((Larry))))...((((TofuEmmy)))) (nm), posted by Deneb on June 6, 2005, at 10:53:15
I feel like I haven't said much about the weekend. But it is hard to know what to say. Except that it was fabulous beyond my wildest dreams.
Everyone was so authentic. It took no time to be comfortable because we already know each other. It is interesting because usually you see people first, and come up with a "first impression", and then (over time) get to know who they really are (if you are lucky). But with us, we *know* who each other really is, and the seeing seemed more like just figuring out which body belonged to which person. There was additional information gleaned from being together - gestures, facial expressions, accents, pace of talking, real live hugs. But it really is interesting to get these pieces of information second rather than first.
I was not surprised by anyone - no one was vastly different from the person I know through the board. Spoc was the hardest - but while she might not be what I expected (I think I was still expecting a guy...), her on-board persona really does fit perfectly with her IRL person.
It was a very intense weekend (next year we should schedule naps in the afternoons - can we find a kindergarten that would lend us their mats for the weekend?). And I think it will take me some time to digest all that I observed.
I want to tell each person who came how special they are. But it is too overwhelming to find the words right now.
As exhausting as the weekend was, I feel energized and alive!
Thanks, Dr. Bob, for making all of this possible (and for being a real person yourself). Thanks to all who attended for being such special people. And I'm looking forward to meeting more Babblers over time - what an amazing group.
Posted by Spoc on June 6, 2005, at 11:57:24
In reply to Authenticity, posted by fallsfall on June 6, 2005, at 11:35:53
> I was not surprised by anyone - no one was vastly different from the person I know through the board. Spoc was the hardest - but while she might not be what I expected (I think I was still expecting a guy...), her on-board persona really does fit perfectly with her IRL person.
EEEK! I hope I can take "hardest" to mean, closest to being vastly unlike what you expected! ;-) One of the reasons I wanted to come was to show after all this time that whatever a "Spoc" is, I'm not like one; and amongst other things, I actually DON'T talk a ton or drone on (and on and on...) in person, lol!
Posted by rainbowbrite on June 6, 2005, at 12:06:28
In reply to Re: Authenticity » fallsfall, posted by Spoc on June 6, 2005, at 11:57:24
Aww spoc is adorable and doesnt even have pointy ears LOL and so not a spoc to me, way too pretty. she is a sparkle to me...Ive thought she should change her name to sparkle or sparkly forever.
Posted by rainbowbrite on June 6, 2005, at 12:15:34
In reply to Sparkle not spoc, posted by rainbowbrite on June 6, 2005, at 12:06:28
Its kinda funny how the name you gave yourself turned out to be so 'spocky' considering how girlie you actually are LOL
Posted by Dinah on June 6, 2005, at 12:29:17
In reply to Re: what color shirt?, posted by Dr. Bob on May 31, 2005, at 3:06:41
http://www.imagestation.com/photo-gifts/other-photo-gifts.html
Same place as the purses, which are incidentally back up and running.
Anyway, if people send you money, can you do it that way? You can even charge more than the cost.
Posted by AuntieMel on June 6, 2005, at 12:49:55
In reply to Re: Thank you annierose!, posted by All Done on June 5, 2005, at 23:45:25
Many, many thanks to annierose! It was such a surprise to see a festive table waiting for us.
And a hearty thank you to the babblere that were there - for making me feel 'un-odd' if that makes any sense.
More thanks go to the babblers wo couldn't make it - for the good wishes.
And a special thanks to Dr. Bob.
Posted by fallsfall on June 6, 2005, at 14:26:09
In reply to Re: Authenticity » fallsfall, posted by Spoc on June 6, 2005, at 11:57:24
>I hope I can take "hardest" to mean, closest to being vastly unlike what you expected! ;-)
Yes, that is exactly what I meant. I think that I didn't actually have an impression of what you would be like. You are definately less thorough in person (but, as I said, I can relate to thoroughness myself...). And when I say "hardest", remember that everything is relative. I think I expected everyone to be much "harder" than I found you to be. So it wasn't that you were "hard", it was that most of the others were SO much easier than I expected. Like it was 1 second of "Oh, that is who XXX is", whereas, it took multiple seconds (but not many) to match my online impression of you to your IRL self. I had expected that it would take hours with everybody, so multiple seconds is still much shorter than I expected. You (IRL) fit very nicely with your on-board self. And I like the whole you very much.
I think I should be quiet now. I don't know if I made this better - do I at least get points for trying?
Posted by Susan47 on June 6, 2005, at 15:16:47
In reply to Impressions, posted by Toph on June 5, 2005, at 14:51:41
That was a wonderful trip you took me on, Toph. You're an engaging writer.
Next year, I hope there is one, I'm going too.
Posted by Poet on June 6, 2005, at 18:20:18
In reply to Re: (((((poet » Poet, posted by All Done on June 5, 2005, at 23:50:27
This thread is way too long to get kicked onto social.
The Greek Chorus was what we were going to do if we came with you to therapy. We'd just put masks over our faces (to indicate our emotions) as you talk.
Poet
Posted by Spoc on June 6, 2005, at 18:23:46
In reply to Sparkle not spoc, posted by rainbowbrite on June 6, 2005, at 12:06:28
Awww thanks (you do take PayPal don't you ;)?
You are pretty darn sparkli and adorable yourself girlie, and I love your zest, spirit and inquisitive nature... (good try on grilling Dr. Bob, keep honing those skills for 2006!) You know everyone seems to remind me of someone, I am trying to think who you remind me of... Sandra Bullock maybe, someone else too but I'm mighty slow today! Anyway I'm so glad you could make it, you added a lot. :-)
Posted by Spoc on June 6, 2005, at 18:35:33
In reply to Re: Authenticity » Spoc, posted by fallsfall on June 6, 2005, at 14:26:09
> I think I should be quiet now. I don't know if I made this better - do I at least get points for trying?
LOL, oh it's fine, thanks! Just making sure I got it right! Boy, it all went by so fast, not much time for individual conversations but you're right, almost instantly it felt like everyone already knew each other. Happy and comfortable from the start, with everyone bringing their own special touch to things.
Posted by annierose on June 6, 2005, at 19:04:58
In reply to Re: Sparkle not spoc » rainbowbrite, posted by Spoc on June 6, 2005, at 18:23:46
Yes Rainbowbright does resemble Sandra Bullock ... good one.
Have you thought of the actress I reminded you of? She must be fabulous of course!!
Annierose
Posted by Dinah on June 6, 2005, at 19:05:26
In reply to Re: Sparkle not spoc » rainbowbrite, posted by Spoc on June 6, 2005, at 18:23:46
Posted by Spoc on June 6, 2005, at 19:08:34
In reply to Re: Authenticity » Spoc, posted by fallsfall on June 6, 2005, at 14:26:09
... of course I was only here at babble about four months last year and less than a month this year (pretty much only on Admin and Soc). Most peop probably wouldn't have an impression at all, either way. In fact I wondered before the party if that could make someone who doesn't know who I am at all uncomfortable, so I was glad it all worked out fine. :-)
Posted by Spoc on June 6, 2005, at 19:14:33
In reply to Re: Sparkle not spoc » Spoc, posted by annierose on June 6, 2005, at 19:04:58
> Have you thought of the actress I reminded you of? She must be fabulous of course!!Indeed! And it is not that other actress someone mentioned that I was thinking of, but I don't how to figure it out! She is what I think is called a "character actress/actor," as I understand it, meaning she's had bit parts in many things, including TV movies. I may have to see her in something again to figure it out, so don't ever turn off your babblemail! ;-)
>
Posted by gardenergirl on June 6, 2005, at 19:27:26
In reply to Re: Sparkle not spoc » annierose, posted by Spoc on June 6, 2005, at 19:14:33
At least that is what I just came up with. Don't know if that's who you are thinking of for Annierose.
I love her, by the way. Such an expressive face. Great smile...that sure sounds like Annierose to me. Thirtysomething was a great show.
gg
Posted by Spoc on June 6, 2005, at 19:42:09
In reply to I also think Sparkle fits. :) (nm) » Spoc, posted by Dinah on June 6, 2005, at 19:05:26
... and next time I'll even bring sunglasses for everyone, in case it's painful! ;-)
Posted by littleone on June 6, 2005, at 21:24:59
In reply to Is there going to be a photo somewhere? (nm) » annierose, posted by Larry Hoover on June 6, 2005, at 8:45:10
Yeh, I loved gg's idea of a photo of your feet or of paperbag heads or something. Did you guys take a photo you're willing to put up?
Posted by Dinah on June 6, 2005, at 21:36:56
In reply to Re: Is there going to be a photo somewhere?, posted by littleone on June 6, 2005, at 21:24:59
No idea if it turned out, or if he only got our backs, or what he's planning to do with it.
Posted by rainbowbrite on June 6, 2005, at 21:55:25
In reply to Re: Sparkle not spoc » rainbowbrite, posted by Spoc on June 6, 2005, at 18:23:46
>>you do take PayPal don't you
absolutely im all set up..ill send you the info ;-)
>>Sandra Bullock maybe, someone else too but I'm mighty slow today! Anyway I'm so glad you could make it, you added a lot. :-)
aww thanks!!! I didnt want to let it get out and all you know privacy reasons ect but...well........I am sandra bullock. LOLI wish!!
Posted by Dr. Bob on June 7, 2005, at 0:29:14
In reply to Dr. Bob, re. T-shirts, posted by Dinah on June 6, 2005, at 12:29:17
> if people send you money, can you do it that way?
Sure, but let me try to talk again to the shop I did before. I'm not sure the image I have is of high enough resolution...
Bob
Posted by Spoc on June 7, 2005, at 9:42:25
In reply to Melanie Mayron!, posted by gardenergirl on June 6, 2005, at 19:27:26
Hi there gg! You know I can kinda see that, in a "family resemblance" way: as the cutest of the Mayron siblings! With a beautiful complexion, smile, and of course, at the times she wasn't all quirkied up (which was indeed always interesting nonetheless)! Melanie was terrific, as was the show itself, I agree. I rarely allow myself to test out and get hooked on any new shows anymore (I have enough problems with electronic babysitters already! ;), but that was one I couldn't miss at the time.
Glad I got to meet you, and that you made it back home safe and sound!
Posted by partlycloudy on June 7, 2005, at 10:44:22
In reply to Re: Beg to differ....not NYC 2006! » TofuEmmy, posted by Larry Hoover on June 5, 2005, at 22:13:18
Wow - isn't that the weekend of Victoria Day? T.O. will be nuts!! At least we can count on some good fireworks, though.
Literally, I mean.
pc being pc
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