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Posted by thuso on January 1, 2008, at 10:11:58
In reply to Re: Babble Party 2008)))larry, posted by star008 on January 1, 2008, at 2:17:13
> I stayed In Quantico WV last time I was down that way.. I think it was aboiut a 45 minute drive but the prices were normal. would have to rent a car though..maybe a little farther away would be more affordable for you
>He's actually better off just paying a little more for a hotel room in or close to DC. When you factor in the rental car ($30-50/day for a cheap one) plus Metro costs (~$12/day for parking & the train), he's already half way to the cost of a hotel room in the city. You're just not going to find a cheap hotel near any metro stop. That's just the way it is out here.
If anyone needs help with knowing if a hotel is in a good location, I'll help out. I know all the good and bad parts of DC. Just don't expect a cheap place to be located in a good area.
Posted by Larry Hoover on January 1, 2008, at 15:07:21
In reply to Re: Babble Party 2008)))larry, posted by thuso on January 1, 2008, at 10:11:58
> > I stayed In Quantico WV last time I was down that way.. I think it was aboiut a 45 minute drive but the prices were normal. would have to rent a car though..maybe a little farther away would be more affordable for you
> >
>
> He's actually better off just paying a little more for a hotel room in or close to DC. When you factor in the rental car ($30-50/day for a cheap one) plus Metro costs (~$12/day for parking & the train), he's already half way to the cost of a hotel room in the city. You're just not going to find a cheap hotel near any metro stop. That's just the way it is out here.
>
> If anyone needs help with knowing if a hotel is in a good location, I'll help out. I know all the good and bad parts of DC. Just don't expect a cheap place to be located in a good area.This is just the sort of discussion I was hoping for. Thank you both.
My general thought was to drive down, so I'd have my own car. However, I'm aware of some legendary traffic congestion in the Washington area, so the idea of commuting in from e.g. Quantico has little appeal. Particularly because my health is unreliable, I'd hate to face a commute out through all that traffic, if I had to cut short a day due to feeling unable to continue. A subway ride wouldn't be too onerous.
Thuso, would you be willing to suggest a hotel or two? Near a Metro station, perhaps? That would take care of the neighbourhood question without my having to ask.
TIA,
Lar
Posted by Deneb on January 7, 2008, at 23:32:29
In reply to Re: Babble Party 2008)))larry, posted by Larry Hoover on January 1, 2008, at 15:07:21
I hope I can go. I'm pretty poor. To save for this trip I'm going to spend a max of $60/month on food and drink and won't buy anything nonessential. This means no clothes, no going out to eat, no buying coffee, nothing! 2008 is the year of saving! I'm going to try to eat all the canned food we have in the house before I buy any food for my own.
I'm going to buy food on sale and drink tap water and bring my own thermos of coffee.
Depending on how much I can save, I will decide whether to go or not.
I need to save for my future. I don't have a house or car or anything.
I will save enough money! From now on I'm not spending one dollar without writing it down first.
Posted by Phillipa on January 7, 2008, at 23:36:52
In reply to Re: Babble Party 2008, posted by Deneb on January 7, 2008, at 23:32:29
Not going but Georgetown area is good. Also on the bay. Phillipa
Posted by Kath on January 9, 2008, at 20:37:19
In reply to Re: Babble Party 2008, posted by Deneb on January 7, 2008, at 23:32:29
You are sounding so mature!!!!!!
Such a great plan; you've really given it alot of though, sounds like.
luv, kath
Posted by Dinah on January 12, 2008, at 21:23:07
In reply to Re: Babble Party 2008, posted by Dr. Bob on December 15, 2007, at 1:42:08
So Babble activities on the third and fourth?
I'm looking into it and am finding it rather expensive.
Posted by Dr. Bob on January 14, 2008, at 4:10:47
In reply to Re: Babble Party 2008 » Dr. Bob, posted by Dinah on January 12, 2008, at 21:23:07
> So Babble activities on the third and fourth?
Right. And I guess potentially on the evening of the second for people who get there early. And there's the workshop on the sixth for people who can stay late.
> I'm looking into it and am finding it rather expensive.
I wish it were affordable for everyone!
Bob
Posted by Dinah on January 14, 2008, at 13:27:42
In reply to Re: Babble Party 2008, posted by Dr. Bob on January 14, 2008, at 4:10:47
Thanks for clarifying the schedule.
I wasn't complaining about the costs. I just had remembered the fares to Washington being ridiculously low. When I went there over twenty years ago. At the last minute. :)
Posted by karen_kay on January 14, 2008, at 20:15:54
In reply to Re: Babble Party 2008 » Dr. Bob, posted by Dinah on January 14, 2008, at 13:27:42
i'm a maybe, but it's pretty close to my son's birthday.
and mister kk's trust issues won't help either (oh wait, maybe it's my own issues that won't help!).
can we just show up or do you need ot committ?
Posted by Dr. Bob on January 14, 2008, at 21:49:09
In reply to who's footing my bill?, posted by karen_kay on January 14, 2008, at 20:15:54
> can we just show up or do you need ot committ?
You can just show up. But we'll need to let you know when and where. Hope you can make it!
Bob
Posted by AuntieMel on January 29, 2008, at 21:25:33
In reply to Re: commitment, posted by Dr. Bob on January 14, 2008, at 21:49:09
You shouldn't use the word "commitment" on a mental health board..
<grin>
Posted by Deneb on February 3, 2008, at 0:09:18
In reply to Re: commitment, posted by Dr. Bob on January 14, 2008, at 21:49:09
I love you Dr. Bob!
I was wondering if I should go to D.C. and then I thought, I only live once...I may as well go if I have the money. I probably won't be stuck with the job I have forever, I'll probably make a lot more money in a few years, and then I would regret having not seen Dr. Bob and Babblers again.
I'm leaning towards going. Love you! I'm going to ask for your autograph K?
I'd like to make plans soon.
Posted by susan47 on February 3, 2008, at 13:11:12
In reply to Re: Babble Party 2008, posted by Dr. Bob on December 15, 2007, at 1:42:08
> > is there a Yahoo group set up? Who all is planning to attend?
>
> I've set one up for next May, for people who are definitely coming. It'll be the weekend of the 3rd.
>
> 10 years!
>
> BobWhere are the details?
Posted by Dr. Bob on February 3, 2008, at 15:16:03
In reply to Re: Babble Party 2008 » Dr. Bob, posted by susan47 on February 3, 2008, at 13:11:12
> > > is there a Yahoo group set up?
> >
> > I've set one up
>
> Where are the details?There aren't any more details yet, would you like to join the planning group?
Bob
Posted by zazenducke on February 3, 2008, at 16:53:07
In reply to Re: Babble Party 2008, posted by Dr. Bob on February 3, 2008, at 15:16:03
Posted by Happyflower on February 3, 2008, at 18:37:10
In reply to are blocked posters invited ? (nm) » Dr. Bob, posted by zazenducke on February 3, 2008, at 16:53:07
This outta be good! lol Hm, maybe I should show up, I will probably be blocked by then. Sometime I get a craving...
Posted by Happyflower on February 3, 2008, at 18:38:59
In reply to are blocked posters invited ? (nm) » Dr. Bob, posted by zazenducke on February 3, 2008, at 16:53:07
and I wanted to add , they probably can come, but will have to meet in a separate room. LMAO!
Posted by zazenducke on February 12, 2008, at 11:37:36
In reply to Re: are blocked posters invited ?, posted by Happyflower on February 3, 2008, at 18:38:59
> and I wanted to add , they probably can come, but will have to meet in a separate room. LMAO!
and bring their own scooby snacks;) ?
sorry you got blocked
Posted by zazenducke on February 14, 2008, at 19:02:20
In reply to Re: are blocked posters invited ?, posted by zazenducke on February 12, 2008, at 11:37:36
Posted by Deneb on February 18, 2008, at 0:55:10
In reply to Re: are blocked posters invited ?, posted by zazenducke on February 12, 2008, at 11:37:36
Dr. Bob! I'm excited. I'll like to start planning and yes I would like to ride a segway. LOL
When should we get a Yahoo group up and running?
Eeek, I'm going to ask for your autograph! I love you!
Posted by jammerlich on February 29, 2008, at 17:42:23
In reply to Re: planning and segways, posted by Deneb on February 18, 2008, at 0:55:10
I've just booked my ticket because I'm coming to D.C. straight from a trip to NYC and needed to get that portion wrapped up. So, I'll be arriving on Friday, May 2, late morning and leaving early evening Tues., May 6.
Anyone else interested in starting to plan?
Posted by muffled on March 1, 2008, at 1:05:44
In reply to Ticket purchased, posted by jammerlich on February 29, 2008, at 17:42:23
kick Bob in the behind for me????
Its long been my dream...;-)
Don't damage the poor man, just enuf to let him know he's been kicked in the *ss!!!! LOL!!!
ROFL!!! then tell him its from Muffled!!! ROFL!!!!!!!
Posted by Deneb on March 2, 2008, at 21:24:37
In reply to Re: Babble Party 2008, posted by Dr. Bob on December 15, 2007, at 1:42:08
Can you invite me to the Yahoo group?
I'm almost 100% sure I'm going since I've already bought plane tickets and gotten hotel reservations. LOL
Unless something catastrophic happens, I'm going for sure.
Posted by ClearSkies on March 17, 2008, at 8:22:03
In reply to Ticket purchased, posted by jammerlich on February 29, 2008, at 17:42:23
>
> Anyone else interested in starting to plan?In protest of Dr Bob's ongoing silence and apparent lack of support for the Babble community at large, I am not going to attend the APA convention or participate in any birthday party.
CS
Posted by Kath on March 17, 2008, at 19:26:25
In reply to Decided not to go, posted by ClearSkies on March 17, 2008, at 8:22:03
Wow CS - that's making quite a statement with your actions - what do they say 'let your feet do the talking' or something like that.
I can relate. I didn't even want to post here for a bit! How sad eh?
thx for being honest & open. luv, Kath
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