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Posted by jammerlich on December 2, 2006, at 10:34:47
In reply to Re: Babble Parties 2007 and 2008, posted by Dr. Bob on December 1, 2006, at 13:18:09
I'd certainly be interested in meeting in San Diego. Did most people stay for the whole thing last time? I'd like to go ahead and start planning; but, that's just me. I'm a planner and I like to have things to look forward to.
Who else is interested? How long do you think you'd stay? Does your decision depend on whether we'd be able to attend the meeting?
Posted by Dinah on December 2, 2006, at 11:43:16
In reply to Re: Babble Parties 2007 and 2008, posted by jammerlich on December 2, 2006, at 10:34:47
I wish it weren't in the school year. I'll try to start saving up, but I haven't a great deal of hope that I'll be able to save up enough.
Posted by Deneb on December 2, 2006, at 15:29:32
In reply to Re: Babble Parties 2007 and 2008, posted by jammerlich on December 2, 2006, at 10:34:47
> I'd certainly be interested in meeting in San Diego. Did most people stay for the whole thing last time? I'd like to go ahead and start planning; but, that's just me. I'm a planner and I like to have things to look forward to.
>
> Who else is interested? How long do you think you'd stay? Does your decision depend on whether we'd be able to attend the meeting?I like to plan ahead too. For me the best part of the trip is the planning part. Last time most people stayed for 3 days. If I were to go to San Diego I think I would stay for a week because San Diego is far away. What meeting are you talking about? The APA meeting? Last time we were able to see some of the workshops and stuff because we were "presenters". I don't think we would be able to get in without a pass.
Wow, I'm getting excited thinking about this. :-) I'm going to document my whole trip with mini movies and photos. I have the memory to do that now. LOL I guess getting ripped off in NYC was a good thing. LOL
(((((((((((((((((Babblers))))))))))))))))))))))
((((((((((((((((Dr. Bob)))))))))))))))))))I hope I'll be able to talk a little bit more next time. I don't usually talk.
Deneb*
Posted by Dr. Bob on December 4, 2006, at 4:21:03
In reply to Re: But without a presentation » Dr. Bob, posted by AuntieMel on December 1, 2006, at 14:45:50
> What are the odds of getting in to hear some talks?
I think you still could register, but you'd have to pay...
Bob
Posted by Dinah on December 5, 2006, at 12:28:29
In reply to Re: Babble Parties 2007 and 2008, posted by Deneb on December 2, 2006, at 15:29:32
I'd like to go, but I'm going to need specifics about generalities as soon as possible.
In particular, what days would Babble events occur? I don't need to know what the events are, just what days would be Babbling.
Posted by Honore on December 5, 2006, at 13:35:58
In reply to Re: Babble Parties 2007, posted by Dinah on December 5, 2006, at 12:28:29
Actually, I think I wouldn't go to a meeting of people from Pbabble.
Not sure if it's a good thing for me that you have them.
I may be wrong.
Honore
Posted by Deneb on December 5, 2006, at 14:31:28
In reply to Re: Babble Parties 2007, posted by Dinah on December 5, 2006, at 12:28:29
> I'd like to go, but I'm going to need specifics about generalities as soon as possible.
>
> In particular, what days would Babble events occur? I don't need to know what the events are, just what days would be Babbling.Dinah! You're thinking of going! I'm so happy! I'm thinking of going too! I'm guessing that people will want to do stuff on the weekend. The APA thingie starts on May 19th, on a Sat. I think I might get there a day or two before everyone else. I want to do some exploring on my own and get used to the city.
I really really hope I can go and that others will come too. I'm going to try to talk more next time, I have to really try to talk.
Deneb*
Posted by Dinah on December 5, 2006, at 16:24:07
In reply to Re: Babble Parties 2007, posted by Honore on December 5, 2006, at 13:35:58
Why do you think so?
I went to the one the year before last, and was surprised how much it was like meeting up with friends you know quite well. It didn't seem to change things at all. I already knew and liked them.
It was different seeing Dr. Bob in person and seeing him talk in complete sentences. But as far as fellow babblers... Well, we've chatted, we've posted, this was just meeting up in person. Which was also fun.
Posted by Dinah on December 5, 2006, at 16:26:30
In reply to Re: Babble Parties 2007 » Dinah, posted by Deneb on December 5, 2006, at 14:31:28
Still dependent on my saving up money. I hope my dogs are healthy for a while. (Well, I hope so anyway, but they're a non-voluntary source of expense.)
It'd be fun seeing you there. And you know us well enough to talk, don't you? It's no different than chat. :)
Posted by gardenergirl on December 5, 2006, at 16:32:55
In reply to Re: Babble Parties 2007 » Honore, posted by Dinah on December 5, 2006, at 16:24:07
> Why do you think so?
>
> I went to the one the year before last, and was surprised how much it was like meeting up with friends you know quite well. It didn't seem to change things at all. I already knew and liked them.I agree with Dinah. It was quite lovely, a lot of fun, and a very special time. I've also been fortunate in that I've been able to meet up with folks from Babble individually. I'm smiling broadly just thinking about those times. In my experience, it's always added a feeling of depth and warmth to the relationships that began online. I feel blessed to have had these times, and I look forward to more whenever I can arrange it.
Of course, it's true that there is an element of risk in meeting online folks in person, and this risk should not be overlooked. We all have to decide for ourselves what's best for us. The meetings via Babble have seemed to me to be set up so that privacy can be mantained if you wish, and the meetings are in public places, etc.
Do what's best for you, Honore. I'm sure that if I ever got to meet you, I'd count it as another treasured time, but I respect your needs. Love your name, too.
Take care,
gg
Posted by Dinah on December 5, 2006, at 16:35:56
In reply to Re: Babble Parties 2007, posted by gardenergirl on December 5, 2006, at 16:32:55
Yes, quite true. I'd forgotten that aspect.
The location of the places we meet aren't made public, and that helped me feel more secure.
But certainly my husband thought it was a risky venture. :)
Posted by LlurpsieBlossom on December 6, 2006, at 11:35:40
In reply to Re: Babble Parties 2007 » gardenergirl, posted by Dinah on December 5, 2006, at 16:35:56
Hmm San Diego,
I have relatives in SDiego. I wonder if they will still live there in May, as they are thinking of moving.The other complication is that I have an event to attend the following weekend that will also involve travel, and there's this little thing called the "Dissertation" that needs to be considered...
I wonder if I can get my sh*t together to graduate next semester?
It was kind of suggested to me by the folks who gave me a fellowship this year... finish up in 12-18 months.. OR ELSE lol.
I am 6 months in, and making good progress.
The other reason why SanDiego might be nice is because I'm pretty sure that i will have a frequent flyer free roundtrip earned by then. San Diego would be an expensive trip without such a ticket. Deneb, is there a youth hostel in SanD?
Also, if folks are interested in attending the APA conference, preregistration is always cheaper than on-site registration. Every conference I've been to offers student rates also.
so many choices to make.
I'll work on the Diss for today, however...
ciao lovelies.
Posted by Deneb on January 10, 2007, at 22:41:36
In reply to Re: Babble Parties 2007, posted by LlurpsieBlossom on December 6, 2006, at 11:35:40
I skipped class today and had a big huge argument with my parents, leading to me throwing a tantrum (throwing things and saying, "I don't want to go to school over and over again."
I need to do well this semester so now my parents and I have a deal. I can go to San Diego if I do well in my classes.
Do well in school and I can see Bob again. :-)
Bob, I'm going to do well this semester because a.) I don't want to be on academic probation b.) I want to graduate sometime this century and c.) I want to see you again.
I'm going to do well this semester. I have to do well this semester if I want to see Bob and Babblers in San Diego.
It's up to me. I just have to go to class and study. I can do it. No more skipping midterms and exams. I must do well or else I can't see Bob.
Deneb*
Posted by Deneb on February 4, 2007, at 19:59:24
In reply to Re: Babble Parties 2007, posted by Deneb on January 10, 2007, at 22:41:36
I want to go, no matter how I do in school. I need something to look forward to. It'll be an adventure! I hope lots of people go.
I'm going to drop off my application for a passport tomorrow.
Ooooh, it'll be so exciting! Taking a plane all by myself! Can I share a room with someone?
Deneb*
Posted by Deneb on February 27, 2007, at 22:58:16
In reply to Re: Babble Parties 2007, posted by Deneb on February 4, 2007, at 19:59:24
OK, just in case I go I have my passport now. I also bought luggage that was on sale.
Going to San Diego would be really really scary for me. Just seeing Dr. Bob is not enough to make me want to go. Sorry Bob. LOL
I don't want to be all alone in San Diego if I go. If a Babbler I know says she/he will go with me I will go.
There were some times I felt a little alone in Toronto. I don't want to be alone too much.
I want to go for adventure, and also to see California again. I probably won't go to the 2008 Babble Party, but I really want to go to the San Francisco one. I really want to see San Francisco again.
I must admit that the Babble Party is just an excuse for me to see California again. LOL I want to see the Pacific ocean again. Oooooh, lets go to the beach! I don't know how to swim though, maybe I should bring my personal floatation vest. Or if someone who knows how to swim will make sure I don't drown that will be OK too.
When should I buy tickets? I've never had to buy plane tickets before. If someone will go with me I will go.
Deneb*
Posted by Deneb on February 27, 2007, at 23:48:14
In reply to Re: Babble Parties 2007, posted by Deneb on February 27, 2007, at 22:58:16
Sorry to post again, but I forgot to write something in my other post.
I promise not to stick to you like glue. I just want someone I sort of know to go to San Diego too. I don't want to go and don't know a single Babbler. It would be nice if we have chatted before.
I promise you can have your space. I will be OK alone. I can do stuff by myself.
Deneb*
Posted by Deneb on March 2, 2007, at 18:13:50
I'm just too excited! I can't post anymore on the Babble trip thread so I'm getting around that rule by starting another thread! Sorry. I'm just way too excited about possibly going to California.
I really want to go! I think I'm going even if there is no Babble party! I'm really looking forward to it.
Is this pathetic of me?
I want to see the Pacific Ocean again.
Will I go by myself and be all lonely? Are Babblers going to meet in San Diego? I hope so, I really hope so. It'll give me an excuse to go to Cali. What if no one goes? Will Dr. Bob have coffee with me or something if no one goes? I don't want to be alone with Bob.
Maybe it's too early right now? Is that why no one is replying to my posts?
I'm sorry for starting this thread. I'm just excited about this. I wish more people were excited.
Gee I have no life or something. I'm so excited about possibly going to California.
Aaaahhhh! California! The beach!
Deneb*
Posted by annierose on March 3, 2007, at 18:53:57
In reply to Re: Babble Parties 2007, posted by Deneb on February 27, 2007, at 23:48:14
Posted by Deneb on March 3, 2007, at 21:29:53
In reply to Re: What are the dates? (nm), posted by annierose on March 3, 2007, at 18:53:57
Good question. When are the specific dates?
When are you going to be in San Diego Bob? When do others want to go?
I think the APA thingie starts May 19. Do we want to do something for the weekend?
Just in case I go to the Babble Party I'm telling my potential bosses I have to go away May 17 - 22. (I'm looking for a job right now.)
I hope people go. I hope people decide to go soon. I love planning for trips. It makes me soooo happy. :-)
I feel kind of stupid being the only person here who is excited about it. I wish someone would join me.
If I go to San Diego I think I will take one of those day tours to Mexico. I may as well go if I'm already that close to the border.
I wish someone would go with me.
Deneb*
Posted by Iwillsurvive on March 3, 2007, at 21:32:16
In reply to Sorry to post down here about the same thing, posted by Deneb on March 2, 2007, at 18:13:50
Sorry deneb, tried to find your post the other night.
I won't be there, but it sounds like FUN!
Take care.
Posted by gardenergirl on March 3, 2007, at 23:20:42
In reply to Re: What are the dates?, posted by Deneb on March 3, 2007, at 21:29:53
I'm excited about considering going, if that means anything. I'm keeping an eye on airfares, though where I'm at with my D-word will be the deciding factor probably.
But I hope I can go. I've never been to San Diego, and I really had a great time in Chicago last time I went.
namaste
gg
Posted by Dinah on March 4, 2007, at 13:06:50
In reply to Re: What are the dates?, posted by gardenergirl on March 3, 2007, at 23:20:42
I wish I could go, but as usual I'm broke. And as not usual, I'm trying to remain broke, as opposed to getting into debt.
Posted by Llurpsie_Noodle on March 4, 2007, at 14:59:03
In reply to Re: What are the dates?, posted by Deneb on March 3, 2007, at 21:29:53
very very tempting. I have to see if I have a free trip yet with my frequent flyer miles. and see how the damn PhD is going. ugh.
but deneb, usually I have a hard time being around ONE pdoc. not sure how I would handle a thousand of them. Oh well. smile, laugh nervously, and try to sneak into talks about exciting developments in substance-p related depression treatments.... goooooooddyyyy.?
-Ll
Posted by Deneb on March 4, 2007, at 19:44:35
In reply to Re: What are the dates?, posted by gardenergirl on March 3, 2007, at 23:20:42
> I'm excited about considering going, if that means anything. I'm keeping an eye on airfares, though where I'm at with my D-word will be the deciding factor probably.
>
> But I hope I can go. I've never been to San Diego, and I really had a great time in Chicago last time I went.
>
> namaste
>
> ggYay! I'm not the only one excited about possibly going! LOL
I hope you can go too. I don't want to be alone. If I go and no one but Bob goes will Bob do stuff with me? I think Bob will be busy with stuff and he probably doesn't want to be alone with me. I can't really talk to Bob. I don't say much and Bob doesn't say much so we would not say anything to each other.
I don't know if I can go to the beach by myself. Where will I keep my wallet and camera while I go into the water? I think I'll need to go with a group of people, then someone can stay behind to watch all our stuff.
I can't do this alone. I don't think it'll be much fun all by myself. I wish I had a friend to go with me. :-(
There's only like 11 weeks to decide.
Deneb*
Posted by Dr. Bob on March 20, 2007, at 23:47:32
In reply to Re: What are the dates?, posted by Deneb on March 3, 2007, at 21:29:53
> When are the specific dates?
>
> I think the APA thingie starts May 19. Do we want to do something for the weekend?Yes, let's make it May 18-20. Something Fri. evening for people who can come early, something during the day and then dinner on Sat., and something during the day Sun. for people who can stay late?
Are there any Babblers in the San Diego area who would be willing to help with planning?
I'm really looking forward to this. :-)
Bob
PS: Sorry not to have been around lately!
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