Third Annual California BBQ!!!

[luckies4me]

I'm starting to wonder if I go if anyone will talk to me!

[catland]

Originally posted by luckies4me
I'm starting to wonder if I go if anyone will talk to me!

I once had a dream where I was at some kind of PT event and no one was talking to me.:eek: :eek:

If no one talks to you, we can talk to each other.:D :D

[gini]

Catland and L4me.........you have got to be joking:D :D

My personal experience for #1 and #2 BBQ's is that no one shuts up..........not even me!

The only thing that might bother you..........is all of the laughter and the one liners are flying so fast you really have to be on your toes to not miss any of them.

It is more like

WHO ARE YOU?
WHAT'S YOUR REAL NAME?
OH, YOU ARE THE ONES FROM OREGON
WANT A SLUSHIE?
HOW ARE YOUR PETS..........YOU HAVE HOW MANY AGAIN?
DID YOU BRING PICTURES?
WHY NOT?
DO YOU WANT ANOTHER SLUSHIE?
OH, DON'T MIND THEM - THAT'S JUST LAURIE
AND SLICK HIDING FROM THE CAMERAS.
WOULD YOU LIKE SOME LEMONADE? IT IS HOMEMADE!

[luckies4me]

Originally posted by catland
I once had a dream where I was at some kind of PT event and no one was talking to me.:eek: :eek:

If no one talks to you, we can talk to each other.:D :D

Deal! :D

[Nomilynn]

I'm still really excited, but on a more serious note, $$ is a real issue for me. If I can't find a roomie for my hotel room/cheap place to stay, I honestly can't go :(

PLEASE let me know!! :D

I don't want to miss this!

[lbaker]

Catland/L4me... and just who is that big guy over by the slushie machines chortlng to himself? He will talk, boy oh boy will he talk ;) then we all giggle like fools. Lucky for you, and Lucky 4 ME :D No problems mates... you are in for a ride, just sit back and enjoy ;)

[slick]

Nomi, I really want to stay at the Rad again, but I checked the prices last night and they are booking for July at $236.00/night.:eek: :eek: Last year I was able to get a room for $100.00 but that was in May.

If their prices don't come down in the next couple of months, then you just might have a roomie...either that or I bunk in Gini's backyard office....

It's just too early to tell right now.

I'm starting to wonder if I go if anyone will talk to me!
L4M: It deeply disturbs me that you would even think this way. Where is this coming from?

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Originally posted by slick
Nomi, I really want to stay at the Rad again, but I checked the prices last night and they are booking for July at $236.00/night.:eek: :eek: Last year I was able to get a room for $100.00 but that was in May.


A lot of times hotels will drop their prices as time gets closer. At this point they don't know if they're going to be busy that weekend or not, so they keep the prices high. As time gets closer and they're still half empty, they will start to drop their prices. Just keep an eye on the prices and check out some of those online hotel bookers. Can't think of any of the top of my head, but I remember we got a $75.00 room for $40.00 one year on our way to Colorado. hotels.com maybe?

[slick]

Thanks Debbie, that's exactly what I presumed. I think I'll wait until end of May or beginning of June to book.

Is it time to start whitening my teeth again??? Oh dear, and I need new shoes as well.....:D :rolleyes:

you are in for a ride, just sit back and enjoy
Laurie.....I couldn't have said it better myself and what a ride it's going to be!!:D
warning...bring some aspirin....you'll be laughing so hard your jaw will get sore....

[catland]

RE: names/themes - how 'bout

"I survived the House of Orange - 2005"

or

"My <BF/GF/SIG/ETC> had a great time at Gini's, and all I got was this lousy t-shirt"

or

"This is your brain...
This is your brain on PetTalk"

:cool:

[wolflady]

Originally posted by catland
RE: names/themes - how 'bout

"I survived the House of Orange - 2005"

or

"My <BF/GF/SIG/ETC> had a great time at Gini's, and all I got was this lousy t-shirt"

or

"This is your brain...
This is your brain on PetTalk"

:cool:

LOL LOL LOL These are all good:)

I was browsing for more mug ideas yesterday when I came across this (http://www.orientaltrading.com/otcweb/application?namespace=browse&origin=categoryDisplay.jsp&event=link.itemDetails&sku=34/544-IP&mode=Browsing&catDestinationJSP=/browse/categoryForward.jsp?categoryId=375943)
How funny is this??!! This would be a good slushie cup...:p

"one slushie, two slushie, three slushie....FLOOR!" :eek:
LOL
:p

[slick]

"This is your brain...
This is your brain on PetTalk"
ROFLMAO!!!! :D :D The best one yet!!

Karen, I just love that flamingo glass. :)

[gini]

I am NOT serving Slushies or lemonade or anything else IN FLAMINGO GLASSES!

Florida - maybe - California NO!:D :D

[Edwina's Secretary]

Giant sea gull glasses better?:D :D

[lbaker]

Pelican glasses... they hold more

"What a marvelous bird is the pelican
his beak can hold more than his bellycan" :D

[slick]

Hey Laurie, thanks for the memories. My Dad used to say that all the time when I was growing up. :)
http://store1.yimg.com/I/bestwishes_1831_136302071
Sara, will this do????
http://store1.yimg.com/I/bestwishes_1831_134435633
Or, perhaps this????

[gini]

I think I had better change this whole event to AN AFTERNOON TEA!:eek: :eek:

Hats, gloves, dresses........required:D :D

But somehow, the Third Annual Pet Talk Tea doesn't sound quite right, does it?

[slick]

Hats, gloves, dresses........required
I absolutely REFUSE to wear pantyhose!!!! :p :p

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Originally posted by slick

I absolutely REFUSE to wear pantyhose!!!! :p :p

Ditto! I don't mind dresses, it just those nasty "hose" I can't stand. ;) :rolleyes:

Oh, but I will shave my legs, and if I get a bit of a tan, they're not that bad.....

[Uabassoon]

My hotel room is booked! It's official! Alexa and I WILL be there :D

[RedHedd]

I haven't really committed to this YET, but I DO want to go. Where is everyone staying? When are y'all arriving? Would be willing to share a room .... Nomi?

You've got my vote for: "This is your brain .... this is your brain on PT", but what would it look like? Something one would find in the litterbox? :rolleyes: :p

[NoahsMommy]

A PT Tea? That's right up my alley!! ;)

I'm shocked and surprised you didn't like the Flamingo cups...too funny! When Karen sent me the link I told her she HAD to post it here too. Aren't they so funny?? ;)

I agree with the others, there's so much talking, NO ONE could feel left out. :)

[NoahsMommy]

Originally posted by slick
Nomi, I really want to stay at the Rad again, but I checked the prices last night and they are booking for July at $236.00/night.:eek: :eek: Last year I was able to get a room for $100.00 but that was in May.
Slick,
I checked www.hotels.com and the rate on there is $159.00/night for a single room. I bet if you wait, it'll come down some more. :)

[Edwina's Secretary]

Hats, gloves, dresses........required

Goodie! Does this mean I get to see RICHARD in a dress....with a hat...and gloves....and pantyhose?????:D :p :cool: :D

[slick]

Originally posted by Edwina's Secretary
Goodie! Does this mean I get to see RICHARD in a dress....with a hat...and gloves....and pantyhose?????:D :p :cool: :D
Only IF he shaves his legs.......:eek: :p

Kelly, thanks but that's probably "amrrrrrican" dollars. Don't forget the exchange rate. That $236 was canuck bucks through expedia.ca. I'll be careful to comparison shop before I book.

[gini]

Originally posted by Edwina's Secretary
Goodie! Does this mean I get to see RICHARD in a dress....with a hat...and gloves....and pantyhose?????:D :p :cool: :D

Probably, but we will never get him to drink the tea!:D :D

[NoahsMommy]

Originally posted by slick
Kelly, thanks but that's probably "amrrrrrican" dollars. Don't forget the exchange rate. That $236 was canuck bucks through expedia.ca. I'll be careful to comparison shop before I book.
Doh! I forgot, I'm sorry.

I'll be crossing my fingers for a good rate closer to the BBQ. :)

[Uabassoon]

Originally posted by luckies4me
I'm starting to wonder if I go if anyone will talk to me!

I don't think you'll have to worry about that! Alexa is nervous because she won't know anyone other than me! At least you know us :) But I assured her that everyone is friendly and will make her feel comfortable and that she'll have a blast.

[catland]

regarding my previous theme idea - I think it nees to be spiced up with smilies.


This is your brain :p :eek::rolleyes:

This is your brain on Pet Talk :D :D :D

[RedHedd]

Originally posted by catland
This is your brain :p :eek::rolleyes:

This is your brain on Pet Talk :D :D :D Archie McPhee also has this handy-dandy gelatin mold:

http://www.mcphee.com/bigindex/current/10375.html

:D :D

[lbaker]

I HAVE to have that brain mold :eek: if not for the BBQ then for my household. This is going to be a "be-in happening" if there ever was one. Gini, I suggest YOU suggest this will be a purrfect time for your neighbors to go on vacation ;) stranger than fiction!

[Uabassoon]

The hotel Alexa and I are staying at is called the Alamo Inn & Suites. I've stayed there once before, it's not great but it's not horrible either. It's a 2 star hotel, so about as nice as a Motel 6. Keep in mind Alexa and I are young so we like to travel VERY cheaply. As long as it's safe, we have cable, a shower and a bed I'm pretty happy. The room cost us $50 a night and it's within walking distance of Disneyland.

http://www.alamoinnandsuites.com/

[Nomilynn]

I can't even afford $50/night. I can get a hotel for that rate too, at a Comfort Inn, but I would still need to share.

I don't want to say it outloud, but I might not be able to go at all :(

[Uabassoon]

Originally posted by Nomilynn
I don't want to say it outloud, but I might not be able to go at all :(

Noooooo :(

[Uabassoon]

I keep looking at this thread in hopes that you have found a roomie Naomi. It's still a while away, so I hope things work out. I'm going to be sad if you aren't there.

[Nomilynn]

Originally posted by Uabassoon
I keep looking at this thread in hopes that you have found a roomie Naomi. It's still a while away, so I hope things work out. I'm going to be sad if you aren't there.

Thanks, Laura :) That's really sweet of you.

I'm really not sure if I will be going at all anymore, but we'll see.

[aly]

Originally posted by zippy-kat


You guys could just come visit in October -- the Arabian horse show is in Albuquerque for the last time ever (or until they change the rules). *pout* And, as long as you don't get me too involved in conversation (*cough, ALY!, cough*), I don't miss any turns. ;) ('Course if I'd have actually made the turn, we wouldn't have been able to watch the homeless guy poop in the median-thingie on the interstate! :eek: :o )

OMG, HEHEHE, I just saw this!!!!!!! HAH! That was soooo funny!

I think I'm going to make arrangements to try to go back to Albq again this year. This time I'll drive for sure!

[slick]

Did someone say parteeee???? :D :D

[NoahsMommy]

KELLY KOUNTDOWN: 141 DAYS UNTIL THE BBQ!!!

YIPPEE!!!! :D :D :D :D

[wolflady]

Originally posted by slick
Did someone say parteeee???? :D :D

LOL LOL LOL Thanks for the chuckle this afternoon, slick! :D Your bbq.wav was just too cute!

**hugs**

[Uabassoon]

LOL Slick, I just listened to your bbq.wav!

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

Originally posted by Uabassoon
LOL Slick, I just listened to your bbq.wav!

Me too!! LOL !!!!!!
Boohoo, I wanna move to California...http://users.pandora.be/bernardgabriels/images/smilies%20282%20crying.gif

[Uabassoon]

Originally posted by Maya & Inka's mommy

Boohoo, I wanna move to California...http://users.pandora.be/bernardgabriels/images/smilies%20282%20crying.gif

It's not too late to buy a plane ticket! :D

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Originally posted by slick
Did someone say parteeee???? :D :D

:D :D

Peanut looked, CJ looked and Terry said "What's that?" :D

[slick]

Originally posted by Tubby & Peanut's Mom
:D :D Peanut looked, CJ looked and Terry said "What's that?" :D
"What's that??" more likely....."Who the H is that??" :confused:
:D :D

[NoahsMommy]

Roll Call:

Gini
Slick
Sara
Laurie
Richard
Laura/Alexa
Debbie/Terry
Karen/Aaron
Tracey
Kelly
Tonya
Staci
Catland (I'm sorry, I don't know your name :o )


Aly?
Amberlee?
Amy?
Wolfsoul?
Nom?
RedHedd?
Cincy's Mom?
Luckies?

Anyone else???

I know this seems a bit early...but with only 140 DAYS LEFT, there are gifts to plan for. ;)

[luckies4me]

Is that for the barbecue or for Disneyland? I'll be at both! :D

[wolfsoul]

I have thought alot about it, and decided it's best for me to wait until next year. :( I am graduating in June and I just dont think I can afford to spend the money or lose any time working. Then I am hosting the meeting just the week before. I think I would feel rushed.

But there is always next year! Save a spot for me then! ;)

[luckies4me]

Originally posted by Uabassoon
I don't think you'll have to worry about that! Alexa is nervous because she won't know anyone other than me! At least you know us :) But I assured her that everyone is friendly and will make her feel comfortable and that she'll have a blast.

YAY! :D I'll probably follow you guys around like some lost puppy dog, simply because we're around the same age. :p We should go to the bars together! :D

[luckies4me]

Oh and if anyone wants any ratties let me know. I'll bring some for everyone! LOL! :D

[wolf_Q]

I'm still planning on driving there with my friend, but I won't know for sure for quite a while.

If we do go it would be both the BBQ and Disneyland.

[shais_mom]

Originally posted by NoahsMommy
Roll Call:

Gini
Slick
Sara
Laurie
Richard
Laura/Alexa
Debbie/Terry
Karen/Aaron
Tracey
Kelly
Tonya
Staci
Catland (I'm sorry, I don't know your name :o )


Aly?
Amberlee?
Amy?
Wolfsoul?
Nom?
RedHedd?
Cincy's Mom?
Luckies?

Anyone else???

I know this seems a bit early...but with only 140 DAYS LEFT, there are gifts to plan for. ;)

Terry's coming toooo???
Yeaa!!!
Didcha tell him there will be a familiar face? Does California have Cracker Barrel?

;)
I am not sure if I will have a friend coming with me or not - her dad was diagnosed with Cancer in November and not sure if he is doing well. Then Amy/Cincy's Mom - not sure if she will come or not we haven't talked about it yet...

[gini]

You are all making me so excited.

I promise that everything will be DRY by July - if it isn't, I think I will just MOVE!

Kelly, thanks for the list..........you beat me to it. I was going to go back and read all of the posts to make my own list.

As always, you are wonderful!

Hugs to all of you and all that have attended the first two BBQ"s will be really anxious to meet the new attendee's. Trust me.........NO ONE will feel left out/lonely/at a loss for words.

I have never met a more wonderful group of people that I now am fortunate to call dear friends.

Warning: We laugh a lot!!

[luckies4me]

Are you allowed to bring our pets with us? Where is the barbecue going to be? Anything else i should know about?

[gini]

When it is closer to July, I will p/m all of you with directions to my home, time, etc.:D :D

I have been thinking about people bringing their pets and because my yard isn't that big..........but mainly because this is the home of Rascal, Annie and Emma..........I am leaning towards saying no.

Rusty and Ginger are the goldens that live across the street.
My neighbor brings them over to say hi to everyone, but she takes them back home after a little while.

Even that sends Annie and Emma into a tizzy..........they just aren't used to dogs or other pets in their yard. Rascal just says, "yeah, golden boy, come on over and let me have some of that nose!!"

[slick]

Originally posted by luckies4me
Are you allowed to bring our pets with us? Where is the barbecue going to be? Anything else i should know about?
I see that Gini has answered your question on the pets issue. Having been there last year, I would think that it would be really crowded if everyone brought their pets, and with people walking around all over the place (in and out of her house) and perhaps stepping in "stuff" we certainly don't want to turn Gini's back yard into a dog park. This is really meant to be a "people" gathering, not a "pet" gathering. Just my 2 cents worth. (Besides, we want to be invited back don't we??? ;))

L4M, the BBQ is right in Gini's back yard. We all sit around the patio table or picnic table and enjoy the moment. Just like Thursday's, we leave our attitudes at the door and have a good time with good company. That's what it's all about.

[luckies4me]

What about baby rats in cages? I was going to bring a rat or two for Uabassoon. Thought maybe others might want to see them too. :D


I wasn't sure exactly where the meeting was held, which is why I asked about bringing dogs. I'm still bringing Freckles to California with me, but I can keep her at my brothers while I'm at the barbecue. :) Now, if I can remember to bring my sunscreen I think I will be fine. HAHA, I told myself I'd never go back to California during the summer. Perhaps I'll make use of my stay there and travel back to Huntington Beach and paint curbs again like I did in the old days, LOL.


What's good about this trip is I'll get to see my family again! :D And of course, meet all you cool people too. I'm really looking forward to this.

[slick]

Originally posted by luckies4me
What about baby rats in cages? I was going to bring a rat or two for Uabassoon. Thought maybe others might want to see them too. :D
I'd love to see them but.........

Rascal just says, "yeah, golden boy, come on over and let me have some of that nose!!"
If Rascal wants a piece of Rusty, I can only imagine what might happen if he sniffs out a rattie. :( :eek: I know they will be caged, but anything can happen. Also, some people get squeamish around rodents. Better ask Gini first before bringing them along.

[Edwina's Secretary]

The House of Orange might enjoy a little snack!:D :D

My husband hates the sight of rats. Many years ago he was a truck mechanic for trucks from a grainery. When he would be under the truck fixing something, rats, high on rat poison, would attack.....

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Originally posted by Edwina's Secretary
The House of Orange might enjoy a little snack!:D :D

My husband hates the sight of rats. Many years ago he was a truck mechanic for trucks from a grainery. When he would be under the truck fixing something, rats, high on rat poison, would attack.....
:eek: :eek: :eek:

[Uabassoon]

What about baby rats in cages? I was going to bring a rat or two for Uabassoon. Thought maybe others might want to see them too.

Because of the cats it might be easiest to just meet before or after the BBQ. We'll be in town from Friday until Tues morning.

[luckies4me]

Originally posted by Uabassoon
Because of the cats it might be easiest to just meet before or after the BBQ. We'll be in town from Friday until Tues morning.

Sounds good. Though I doubt the cats when win against the rats, Heh. Rats can get pretty feisty. I remember when Ewok was younger and he stuck his paw through the cage of my females. That was the last time he attempted that LOL! :p

Since we'll both be in Anaheim it should be pretty easy to meet somewhere. :)

[RedHedd]

I'm a "definite/maybe" at this point as I'm not sure if I can afford a second trip in July. I'm going to Toronto with a girlfriend the end of June and am not sure if my bank account will be able to afford TWO trips in one month.

When and where is everyone landing? I might be able to swing a "just a weekend" jaunt, flying down on Saturday and leaving on Sunday. I haven't had the time to dig through this whole thread.

[slick]

When and where is everyone landing?
I have not yet decided when my arrival date will be but I will be landing at LAX, as I did last year.

I will probably fly home Wed the 20th if nothing else is going on. Besides, I'm sure after all that time Genie....I mean, Gini, not to mention the orangies, will be glad to gain back some peace and quiet. ;) :D

What's that saying now?? After 3 days fish and visitors stink!!! :eek:

[Logan]

Gini, would you send my husband an email and ask him to cash in some of his numerous frequent flyer miles to get me out there?? Wonder if he'd do it??? I WANT TO COME!!!!!!!

[Uabassoon]

Originally posted by Logan
Gini, would you send my husband an email and ask him to cash in some of his numerous frequent flyer miles to get me out there?? Wonder if he'd do it??? I WANT TO COME!!!!!!!

I'll do it! You NEED to come!

[slick]

Originally posted by Logan
Gini, would you send my husband an email and ask him to cash in some of his numerous frequent flyer miles to get me out there?? Wonder if he'd do it??? I WANT TO COME!!!!!!!
Gini also mentioned somewhere that some of us would need a letter from a parent, guardian or partner for purrrmission to attend. ;)

[luckies4me]

Originally posted by Logan
Gini, would you send my husband an email and ask him to cash in some of his numerous frequent flyer miles to get me out there?? Wonder if he'd do it??? I WANT TO COME!!!!!!!



I want you to come!!! :D :D :D

[catland]

Originally posted by NoahsMommy
Roll Call:

...
Catland (I'm sorry, I don't know your name :o )
...
I know this seems a bit early...but with only 140 DAYS LEFT, there are gifts to plan for. ;)

Julie - do you need my shoe size or my hat size.;) ?

[luckies4me]

Now don't you all go getting too excited now. :p

[slick]

Is it too early to start packing??? :D :D

[gini]

The question is.........is it too early to start cleaning the BBQ and the patio furniture?

The flowers are planted, let's just hope they haven't drowned.

I suppose mixing a batch of slushies is a bit too early though.

[lbaker]

Too early for whom? ;)

[slick]

Originally posted by lbaker
Too early for whom? ;)
Certainly not me!! :D ;)
Cyber hugs can only go so far. I need the full-meal deal...including fries.:D

[lbaker]

We bad.

[slick]

Originally posted by lbaker
We bad.
Who? Moi??? NEVER!!!:D ;)

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Originally posted by slick
I need the full-meal deal...including fries.:D

Don't you mean onion rings, Slick? :D

And by the way, it's never too early to mix a batch of slushies. :D

[slick]

Originally posted by Tubby & Peanut's Mom
Don't you mean onion rings, Slick? :D
:o :o OMD....I've blown it again.

What I really meant was cyber hugs are good but to me the
full-meal deal is being there in person and getting real hugs from wonderful friends and sharing slushies and good eats. :)

[NoahsMommy]

KELLY KOUNTDOWN: 124 DAYS UNTIL THE BBQ!!!!

YAY!!!! :D :D :D :D :D

[slick]

LA....Beware......for soon you will be inundated with Pet Talk Girls Gone Wild......

[gini]

Gini? MOVED - UNDELIVERABLE - NO FORWARDING ADDRESS!:D :D :D

[RICHARD]

Originally posted by slick
LA....Beware......for soon you will be inundated with Pet Talk Girls Gone Wild!!!!......


Pet Talk Girls Gone FERAL!!!......

[NoahsMommy]

Originally posted by RICHARD
Pet Talk Girls Gone FERAL!!!......

ha ha ha ha ha!!! Too funny!!! :D :D :D

[lbaker]

rrrr rrrrrroooooww wwWWWLLLLL

[slick]

Originally posted by RICHARD
Pet Talk Girls Gone FERAL!!!......
I guess that means we need taming then???? Are you offering???:D ;)

[shais_mom]

Originally posted by slick
I guess that means we need taming then???? Are you offering???:D ;)

:o

Do you think Richard will want to tag along to the 'toy' shop?


If we are going wild do we have to flash the camera?

[RICHARD]

Originally posted by shais_mom
:o

Do you think Richard will want to tag along to the 'toy' shop?




Naw,
Drop me off at the Erotic Museum..


:confused: :rolleyes: ;)

[lbaker]

At least there will be a mattress or two for you to rest on until we drive back to get you Richard ;) Speaking of flashing there is going to be a full moon July 21 (I think that's when Slick and I are arriving... Zippy??) Hoo boy, Gini's BBQ.. a full moon.. Gurls Gone Feral.. Slushies.. yep, best git yur permission slips signed early folks :eek:

[gini]

Uh, Laurie..............the BBQ is on July 16th..............

[lbaker]

:o :o :o YIKES! I knew that, I was just testing you :rolleyes:

[slick]

Originally posted by lbaker
:o :o :o YIKES! I knew that, I was just testing you :rolleyes:
Oh my...all this talk is driving me crazy. Why, oh why can't it be July already??

Videos for sale after the event....HOT BBQ BABES, Vol. II !! :D

[gini]

This has become a fund raiser?;) :p

[Uabassoon]

Well, I was starting to get excited about this trip. Now I'm just scared! :D

[slick]

Well, I just spent the last half hour searching for flights, just to see some price comparisons. Since JetsGo went out of business the prices on other airlines have gone up....jerks! Anyway there is still time yet so maybe I can get a last-minute deal. I just might have to look at leaving from Seattle instead.

Laura, don't worry...we are not that scary....when we're sober, that is! :eek: :D

[Nomilynn]

Count me out for this. I won't be attending the BBQ.

Thanks.

[krazyaboutkatz]

Originally posted by Nomilynn
Count me out for this. I won't be attending the BBQ.

Thanks. I'm so sorry to hear this Naomi.:(

[slick]

http://www.mirmarart.com/images/Margarita/Lime%20Marg_small1.jpg

http://www.mirmarart.com/images/Margarita/Strawberry%20Marg_small.jpg

...just waiting to be filled...:) ;)

[lbaker]

But Slick! Those glasses are sooo small :p I AM SOOO waiting for this :D Please be advised... ahem, Ginis' backyard is a yard in back of her home - duh. BUT, it's not a park or massive picnic ground. We do not have volley ball and horseshoe pits (unless Zip & I go on a trail ride somewhere in the LA hills ;) ). She does have neighbors that adore her and that we have met. Gini.. we will not make you have a "town meeting" after the fact to discuss you. Well, at least not tooo much :rolleyes: ;) :p :D KISS KISS, HUG HUG

[slick]

Those glasses are sooo small
...maybe so, but Laurie, take note...there is one for each hand! :D

hugs back
slick xoxo

[lbaker]

...one for each hand.
Well yeah, if you have four hands I guess. What? We turn into octopi at Gini's? ;) What the H.. why not?

[zippy-kat]

Originally posted by lbaker
We do not have .... horseshoe pits (unless Zip & I go on a trail ride somewhere in the LA hills ;) ).

I am sooo up for that! lol


Can't wait to see you guys again!

[slick]

octopi
EWWWW, that reminds me of this guy I used to date years ago.....**shudders** I'm sure glad that he's left behind in the dust.

I'm rethinking this horsie ride business...maybe if I can get my weight down a bit I might be up for that. Here's hoping. :rolleyes:

[sandragonfly]

gosh, missed allLLlllLlLLll of this! well, count me in..........I think! I'll really think about if I really want to go there, I could be left out :eek:

oh dear, here we go again....don't resubject my fact! :D

where is exactly BBQ will be? any updates on mugs? pt logo with siggs MUST. another idea: pt logo onn front, and list all users from list kelly made on the back? so we can memorize each specialists...........? :D I wish interor pawprints are true!

[slick]

where is exactly BBQ will be?
Oh, oh **raises hand** let me.......

The BBQ is held in Gini's back yard in the heart of LA about 5 min. from Hollywood (correct me if I'm wrong, Gini). As Laurie stated earlier, it's just a back yard and not a dog park so NOT a good idea to bring pets. The whole idea is to "meet and greet", laugh, eat, talk, laugh, laugh, and more laughter, oh yes, and partake of the best lemonade this side of the Rockies.

Have not made any plans about the mugs, etc. but any ideas you have would be greatly appreciated.

Did I mention, be prepared to laugh?? :D :D

[sandragonfly]

ok, ok slick... I mean what city.. I don't even know where hollywood is! *laughing with shame*

um..mugs..um -- you know...not a few know they're coming for sure so when you set the mugs for everyone, there'll one or two mug less or one, two left if someone didn't make it! so what I'm thinking is....patience worth it! mugs wait. bbq comes...all signatures (with user ids and real names) then we scan, whatever to get on the back of mugs.. so that way we'd get exact number of mugs (whose attend-ED BBQ).

OR, a group picture!! then very easy to put it on the back along with pet logo on front... and we can bring it back to 4th annunal BBQ!! hey, be fair...I don't get to bring the pt visor from last year....shucks! unless....one of you have an extra for me! *hint hint* :D



originally posted by slick
Did I mention, be prepared to laugh?


did I mention, be prepared to see me laugh not? I'll be left out, you watch ;)

[lbaker]

Left out? No such thing... we are as diverse as the universe and twice as silly :D Los Angeles California, home of the easily amused and the city of angels - devilish as we may appear to some :rolleyes:

[sandragonfly]

Originally posted by lbaker
Left out? No such thing...

lol no such thing that everyone can sign! does anybody who's going signs? I'll like to know that I'll go for sure :D

[slick]

Originally posted by Gina's Ark Inc.
lol no such thing that everyone can sign! does anybody who's going signs? I'll like to know that I'll go for sure :D
You mean sign language? Please forgive me for asking straight out but are you hearing impaired? If that's the case, then we will just have to make an extra effort to make you feel welcome and now I understand your comment about feeling left out. I don't sign myself but maybe someone else does.

[sandragonfly]

no problem slick, but one thing.. "hearing imparied" now is an offense to deaf community, joins along with "deaf and dumb" and "deaf and mute"

yes, I am deaf. I can't hear at all if you scream right in my ears. :)

[Pit Chick]

Would even a good ol' southern chick be welcome to the west coast BBQ?

[lbaker]

I used to know ASL but I'm rather rusty. I do know the basics, or at least can usually make myself understood. Do you read lips? I have my ASL book at home, I can try to practise. My son knows it better than I so I can see if he can help me.
I'm Laurie by the way

[gini]

Just completed some work reports and work has kept me away from Pet Talk except for a few posts.


Gina - I am Gini - and the BBQ is held at my home in the heart of Los Angeles.

I do not sign, but hopefully someone that will attend does.
But that does not mean for a minute that you aren't welcome with wide open arms. We tease a lot and laugh a lot, but we are a very congenial group and all have become good friends. If we run into any trouble, we will just park you in front of the computer and let you type out your questions.......and we can answer you on the spot. Everyone will make you feel welcome and comfortable, trust me!!

A Southern Chick is also very welcome to attend as well. North/South/East/West - y'all come, ya hear? :D :D

When the time gets closer and I know who is coming for sure, I will p/m you with my address and directions. But you do know that the date is Saturday, July 16th, I hope.

[sandragonfly]

oh no, not that you guys would turn me around and kick me out, throw slushies at me.. I just have had enough of going out on events with my friends who don't sign and ..always.. being left out...no matter what I do. includes birthday, thanksgiving and christmas dinners with MY own family too. all my life. they just *forgot* that I'm there, hearing nothing, having absolutely no idea what they were talking about!

but don't worry, I do always give a chance! world changes in those days...

lbaker, I can read lips but I often prefer to answer "no". because some people speaks SO LITTLE that I even still can't understand or some people with mustaches..."uhhhh what??"

mustacher: oh..nevermind! :rolleyes: *walks away* :rolleyes:

just a daily story :) I'd more likely going with my non-petalk (because no one is deaf here too) friend..is that ok? :D

[slick]

Originally posted by Gina's Ark Inc.
no problem slick, but one thing.. "hearing imparied" now is an offense to deaf community, joins along with "deaf and dumb" and "deaf and mute"

yes, I am deaf. I can't hear at all if you scream right in my ears. :)
:o :o :o Gina, please, please forgive me. When I first posted I did write "deaf" then realized that it might not be the politically correct thing to say so I changed it. Thanks for setting me straight. :) It's so hard for me to keep up with times. Looking forward to meeting you and as Gini says, NO ONE will be left out of the fun. That's just the way we are. :)

[sandragonfly]

Originally posted by slick
:o :o :o Gina, please, please forgive me.

no sweats :) :) :) there's LOTS, LOTS LOTS people to educate still, though.

what did you think of my mug ideas? nah..? naw..? too much..? great..?! :D

[gini]

Gina - throw slushies at you? No, it would never happen, we wouldn't want to waste a drop!:D :D

[Uabassoon]

Now I have another reason to learn to sign! I've been wanting to learn for a while since I work in customer service I've always thought it would be a good thing to know.

[lbaker]

Now I'm even MORE excited, as is my son. He is "challenged" to make me remember my ASL. I do know my letters but he says I'm too slow :o Laughing is universal and crosses all language, even the unspoken. Sometimes when Gini, Slick and I are together we only have to look at each other and we start giggling (but maybe that's because we look funny in the morning?). Whatever. Body language is ever so much more interesting, wouldn't you agree? ;)

[slick]

Sometimes when Gini, Slick and I are together we only have to look at each other and we start giggling (but maybe that's because we look funny in the morning?).
God, ain't that the truth? :D :D Besides, you've never seen me freshly crawled out of bed, but I guess there's always a first. :p Be very afraid.....:eek:

[lbaker]

I God Woodrow quote from Lonesome Dove , it's still just March and we're already 37 pages into this thread. YIKES :eek:

[slick]

OK, I've bookmarked an ASL website and I can already "sign" my name....hee hee....what incentive. Gina, you'd better show up now! ;) :D

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

Originally posted by slick
OK, I've bookmarked an ASL website and I can already "sign" my name....hee hee....what incentive. Gina, you'd better show up now! ;) :D

Oh Slick, please post that link :) Thanks !!

[slick]

http://commtechlab.msu.edu/sites/aslweb/browser.htm
This one allows you to look up words and it will play a video to show you how it's "signed"...you need Quicktime.
http://where.com/scott.net/asl/abc.html
This one shows us the alphabet....I'm a visual person and need to see how it's done as opposed to just explaining it with words.

[sandragonfly]

slick!! what incentive? yes!

since there are not SO many good ASL books or websites but yours given are approved! as for the second link from slick, I think it'd be neat see ALL of you fingerspelling your name when we first meet! those sites are fun, aren't they?


originally posted by slick
Gina, you'd better show up now!
lol slick, *salute...marching to the heart of LA* ok *putting on serious mask*, 80% likely I will! :D

[slick]

Gina....does it matter whether I sign with my right hand or left hand??? Some letters of the alphabet I can do better with my left hand.

[sandragonfly]

Originally posted by slick
Gina....does it matter whether I sign with my right hand or left hand??? Some letters of the alphabet I can do better with my left hand.

no, it doesn't matter. sign what you're comfortable with! not with socks on it.... ;)

[Freckles]

http://where.com/~templar/asl/j.GIF http://where.com/~templar/asl/o.GIF http://where.com/~templar/asl/a.GIF http://where.com/~templar/asl/n.GIF
Wish I could come!:)

[lbaker]

It's not how "cool" we are... it's how welcoming we want to be, to all. I may sign "my name is L-A-U-G-I-E" (R's are difficult for me) instead of L-A-U-R-I-E. But that's when YOU get to laugh! :D Now, about food.. it's always about food and drink, any particular likes or allergies (not just you, Gina.. anybody?) We will have something for everybody but like to take note of special requests :cool:

[sandragonfly]

Originally posted by Freckles
http://where.com/~templar/asl/j.GIF http://where.com/~templar/asl/o.GIF http://where.com/~templar/asl/a.GIF http://where.com/~templar/asl/n.GIF


that was a little bit creepy to see these on here! *shivering, looking around* sorry JOAN! next time?

[slick]

any particular likes or allergies
No allergies on this homefront. As for food, I LOVE everything except "innards". I love fish too, as long as it's not staring back at me! :eek: :D Oh yeah, I should mention that I don't eat desserts, in fact I don't eat anything with sugar in it at all......ESPECIALLY THOSE DISGUSTING EASTER PEEPS!!! Used to drive my Mom crazy because she'd always got me a birthday cake and I'd never eat it. Anyone want my piece?

I plan on making a big pot of chili - yes it will be full of meat and beans. It's called a "Red Hot Chili Nightmare" but I usually cut down on the spices for crowds....don't want any screaming butts afterwards. :D

It's better the next day so we can have some for breakfast, Laurie!!

[zippy-kat]

http://instagiber.net/smiliesdotcom/otn/happy/ylflower.gif (http://www.impexsystemsgroup.com/PoopsieDaisy.htm)

(click the daisy)

[NoahsMommy]

Originally posted by zippy-kat
http://instagiber.net/smiliesdotcom/otn/happy/ylflower.gif (http://www.impexsystemsgroup.com/PoopsieDaisy.htm)

(click the daisy)
That is WAY too funny!!! :D

[gini]

Where do you find this stuff? I like the "Spray before you Sit"
comment.

Do you think that there might be a misprint?

[slick]

:D :D Yeah, I can just hear it now....

**screams from the bathroom**

"Hey Laurie....where the **** did you put that spray after you used it??? Quick, I need it NOW!!!!"

OMD, Gini will never invite us back....:eek:

I guess I'd better go and buy a supply of "Ooops, I Crapped my Pants!" :D :D

[lbaker]

Don't dispare, we also will have a supply of Depends :o :rolleyes: ;) The old scout motto doncha know.. "be prepared".

[Pygmybabe]

why am i the youngest in here its not fair i dont think i am doing any other posts that the topic i put up which is Pygmy Goats!!! :confused:

[lbaker]

PBabe, as I suggested in your original thread you are better off posting your comments about your little goats in "Pet General" - not in "Meetings" you will get a much wider audience that way. Please see my comments in your original thread.

[catland]

Originally posted by gini
I like the "Spray before you Sit"
comment.



A quote my cat Sid believes in all too often.:eek: ;)

[Pygmybabe]

hi

[slick]

Oh my, do we now have to set up a pygmy goat pen at Gini's?? Whatever will Rascal, Annie and Emma have to say about that??:eek:

[lbaker]

NO.

[catland]

Only 17 more Thursdays until the big event.:D :D :D

[slick]

Originally posted by catland
Only 17 more Thursdays until the big event.:D :D :D
OMD - that makes it sound so close......EEEEEEEKKKKKKKK!!!!:D I've got my supply of "depends" ready....:rolleyes:

[slick]

Just a suggestion for others looking to book flights....I received a tip last night about booking flights through BCAA (same as your AAA) and low and behold I can get a return flight for $311.58 Canadian Funds including all taxes !!!:eek: :) That's over $100 savings from what I paid last year. Things are looking up, indeed.:) :)

[NoahsMommy]

That's GREAT, Slick!!! :D

[NoahsMommy]

Slick,

Check out www.cheaprooms.com.

I found a room for the 16th at the Radisson for $119/night ($144.25 canadian). I know that's pricey, but I bet when it gets closer, it'll go down. ;)

I'm off to find more deals! I'll let you know if I find anymore.

[aly]

Originally posted by NoahsMommy
Slick,

Check out www.cheaprooms.com.

I found a room for the 16th at the Radisson for $119/night ($144.25 canadian). I know that's pricey, but I bet when it gets closer, it'll go down. ;)

I'm off to find more deals! I'll let you know if I find anymore.

:eek: That was on CHEAProoms.com ? I'd hate to see what they consider expensive!! Hehe :D

[slick]

Aly, the Rad is a 3-star hotel in a safe neighbourhood and yes, a little pricey but my safety is worth it. Besides, it's only a 10 min. drive to "slushy bar" in Gini's back yard. ;)

Thanks for the link, Sis. I'll keep an eye on it. I probably won't book anything until we decide on Dizzyland.

[Nomilynn]

I really think that prices will INCREASE as the time gets closer, not the other way around. As demand increases, the prices go up. My parents manage a hotel, and one of my good friends owns a travel agency, and you will typically find better deals ahead of time.

[sandragonfly]

Originally posted by slick
OMD - that makes it sound so close......EEEEEEEKKKKKKKK!!!!:D

ok...let's remind you, EACH of thursday owns SIX days! so that's....15x6 = 90 days! ... 2,160 hours .. 129,600 minutes!

kelly, we need your kountdown! :D

[NoahsMommy]

Originally posted by slick
I probably won't book anything until we decide on Dizzyland.

Hey,

I was talking to Tonya and Stacy last night. We were thinking of doing Disneyland on Sunday...then hanging out on Monday...maybe at downtown Disney, maybe at the hotel down there...maybe get our tattoos...go shopping.

So....BBQ Saturday, Disneyland Sunday...free for all Monday?

[Uabassoon]

I think Alexa and I are going to spend both Sunday and Monday at Disneyland because I've never been to California Adventure and I think trying to hit both parks in one day would be too much.

For those of you that are getting into town early I think Alexa and I are planning on going to GirlBar Friday night in LA. LOL I know we'll be the only ones enjoying the go go dancers. But if anyone wants to come have a few drinks and dance and just have a good time you are more than welcome to.

[lbaker]

Sounds interesting but I think the Cabana Boy and the ITT sisters have another plan for Friday night :o
___

NO SHIRTS, NO SHOES... NO PROBLEM

[slick]

Originally posted by lbaker
Sounds interesting but I think the Cabana Boy and the ITT sisters have another plan for Friday night :o
I'm thinking we should start on Thursday night and just carry right on over into Friday night... ;):eek:
Laura, nice idea but I'm too old for the bar scene.

[RICHARD]

Originally posted by slick

Laura, nice idea but I'm too old for the bar scene.

Ask slick about what happened on the night she was picked up from the airport (CA BBQ 2004) and was sittting in the bar of her hotel.

The bartender came over to the table where we were at and yelled at us....

I CLOSE THE BAR!!!!
;)

[lbaker]

Lola here, checking in... So we will do a grocery/liquor store run on Thursday [HAH, how appropriate] when I get in. Or maybe Friday. You, Gini, will already have some essentials (TP etc) and I will help with that ahead of time. Some attendees will be bring some stuff for The Event. We wing it from there. Sounds excellent :cool:

[slick]

Actually, Gini and I will do the food and booze shopping on Wednesday so it will be all lined up for when you and Zippy arrive on Thursday. The only thing left for you two to do will be to don your parteee hats and slippers....:p :D

Gee....I guess this means I have to shave again.... :rolleyes:

LOL Richard. I think that the boisterious laughter coming from the three of us really pushed him over the edge that night. We were the only three left in the bar at closing...:D

Kelly, Dizzyland on Sunday?? We will all be up pretty late on Saturday so hopefully it won't be an early call. Not making any promises for Monday. I've got a day trip or two to plan while I'm there.

[lbaker]

:( whine and pout :( But what if there is a special something or other I want to fix or add to the mix that you may not think of? I can't bring everything I have planned on the plane. Oh well, I'll just jog over to the store whilst you guys sleep in ;) Oh, daytrips... there is going to be a glorious photo exhibit in LA over the summer by this guy names Gregory Colbert called "Ashes to Snow". He takes photos of people and animals that are totally unbelievable. Check him out on Google if you can. Zip and I might ride our horses over to take a look see before she leaves.

______

No shoes
No shirt
No sweat

[slick]

Kelly, I just received a very special email from someone......(my lips are sealed) :D :D so my plans have changed. I can't do Dizzyland on Sunday at all....so it will have to be Monday for me.

whine and pout But what if there is a special something or other I want to fix or add to the mix that you may not think of? I can't bring everything I have planned on the plane.
No problem Laurie.....you and Gini can go and get the last minute supplies while I clean house....:D

[lbaker]

Is Mr Slick going to show up per chance??? hmmmm? Or have you had special correspondence from the Cabana Boy? You sly devil you :p

[slick]

OMD...what on earth would I do with a Cabana Boy????:confused: Wait....maybe Zippy can give me some ideas!!!;)

[gini]

Why do I feel as though this BBQ has taken on a whole life of its own, that doesn't have anything to do with the hostess that has invited everyone?
:D :D :D

[lbaker]

:eek: :eek: I think I will now put my tail between my legs and slink out quietly ;)

[slick]

:o :o :o I'm outta here too......:(

[zippy-kat]

Originally posted by lbaker
Gregory Colbert ... takes photos of people and animals that are totally unbelievable. Check him out on Google if you can. Zip and I might ride our horses over to take a look see before she leaves.



http://www.ashesandsnow.org/index2.html

OH MY GOODNESS! :eek: Those are breathtaking!


Ya know Laurie, perhaps the only way we'll get to ride this trip is if we hire someone to do pony-rides in Gini's front yard! Wouldn't she (and the neighbors) just loooovvveee us for that one?! ;) *snicker*


Slick, it depends... is the Cabana boy's name Juan? Is he from Spain? (Hope I remembered that right - otherwise I've just confused you! lol)

[lbaker]

I think his name is Raol... pony rides eh? Maybe an ass would be more appropriate :o :p * snirk * Aren't those pictures breathtaking! Some of them at the show are HUGE! I really want to go..

[gini]

Geesh..........Laurie and Slick, slink out and leave Zip and I with all of the dishes.............wouldn't ya know???:D :D

Laurie, are you saying that this exhibit will be in L.A.? It is in New York right now............amazing photos!!!

Pony rides on my front lawn..........???? Nothing would surprise my neighbors as long as they could ride the ponies too.

[slick]

Slick, it depends... is the Cabana boy's name Juan? Is he from Spain? (Hope I remembered that right - otherwise I've just confused you! lol)
OK Zip.....this warrants and explanation. I'll put as agenda item #2 for Friday night in between the introductions and the "entertainment".:eek: :D ;)

Those photos are amazing. I'd love to take in that show if it's in town at that time.

[shais_mom]

Originally posted by slick
Actually, Gini and I will do the food and booze shopping on Wednesday so it will be all lined up for when you and Zippy arrive on Thursday. The only thing left for you two to do will be to don your parteee hats and slippers....:p :D

[

If I arrive on Thursday will I be invited tooooo?

[RICHARD]

Originally posted by zippy-kat
[B]Ya know Laurie, perhaps the only way we'll get to ride this trip is if we hire someone to do pony-rides in Gini's front yard! Wouldn't she (and the neighbors) just loooovvveee us for that one?! ;) *snicker*



Don't look at me.

:eek:

[lbaker]

Saddle up, Richard. Or, saddle up Richard? What are you saying here - you won't arrange pony rides or do pony rides? From what I've heard the photography show will be in LA "over the summer". I'll get more details. The place where they go on exhibit is supposed to be almost as incredible as the photos themselves :eek: It's a travelling construction like series of spaces. Weird and wonderful.. (rather like us!). Do Kiwi's and Aussies and Euro's do daylight savings time? What about Cannucks? Or is this time change just us weird-o's? Cold and dank on the East Coast this morning. Hardly the day to go downtown and look at cherry blossoms so I think I'll start a fire and bake and cook.
_____
Baker is hot
Baker can cook
Baker is not
As spaced as she looks :p

[slick]

Or, saddle up Richard?
:D :D Just don't wear spurs........Ouch!!!!

[gini]

It is a little more than three months until the actual July 16th BBQ takes place. I look out on my backyard and there is hope......the rains have made the flowers and lawn look beautiful.

If you just stay out of my basement/office/garage you would never know I had any problems at all. Hopefully by July 16th, those problems will be cleared as well.

It really does get me excited to hear that so many new people are planning on attending this year. Probably every story you have heard about the prior BBQ's are true. We just simply had an outrageously good time with so much laughter that it made our sides hurt.

Some of these good times occurred prior to the actual BBQ and as people make their travel arrangements they will be coming into Los Angeles on different times and different dates.

Whenever possible, I plan on being available to welcome you at the airport and take you to your destination or back to my home.
I will be available to take you back to the airport or train station just as long as I can coordinate the times.

At this point in time there are some plans in the works to get together on the days/nights prior to Saturday. Nothing is in stone since it is still a few months away.

I cannot begin to tell you how badly I do not want anyone to be left out or to have any hurt feelings.

It would hurt me to think that you were sitting in a hotel room somewhere and not be included in all of this hilarity.

If it is going on at my home - everyone is welcome.............

If there are plans for other activities such as Disneyland, that you are making that do not include everyone - it is understandable.

I for one, have taken my last teacup ride at Disneyland, so I won't be joining you for that event.
:p :p {think of this little guy barfing}

I guess what I am trying to say is that I am aware that many of you are coming to California from a great distance and also a great expense and I fully appreciate that.

It is my hope that absolutely everyone goes home having had a great time - and had a chance to meet other Pet Talkers and enjoyed every minute of their time here.

Now, let me share something that is true - and something that is not.

1. Yes, it takes four Pet Talkers to make lemonade, but if there were eight or ten.................just think of the possibilities - we could spin this off to a tv series.

2. Contrary to every hint that you may have read - there WILL NOT BE PONY RIDES. I don't want anyone disappointed!:D

[NoahsMommy]

Originally posted by gini
I cannot begin to tell you how badly I do not want anyone to be left out or to have any hurt feelings.

It would hurt me to think that you were sitting in a hotel room somewhere and not be included in all of this hilarity.

If it is going on at my home - everyone is welcome.............

If there are plans for other activities such as Disneyland, that you are making that do not include everyone - it is understandable.

NOT BE PONY RIDES. I don't want anyone disappointed!:D
I hope my post didn't exclude anyone...it was meant to let EVERYONE know they ARE invited! I know there are a lot of things to do, and like you said, Gini, not everyone is crazy about the Disney thing. I was letting everyone know that if they didn't want to go to Disneyland for a second day, we were planning other things to do as well.

Everyone is welcome! :) I cannot express how excited I am for July to get here. YAY!!! :D

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Wow, where have I been? I've missed so much on this thread!

Gini, wonderful post. I, for one, knew everything you said, but it's good that you said it for those who were not quite as clear and may have ended up with hurt feelings. This is just a difficult thing because there is so much going on and one person can't be everywhere, so as hostess it is good that you let everyone know they are welcome.

Seeing as this is the CA BBQ, I have a secret about somebody that will be joining us. :p I don't know if it's really a secret (I'm just a third party on this one), so I'm not going to be the one to announce it, so you'll all just have to try and guess again until the main parties decide to announce - or not! ;) :D

I don't think I'll be doing Disney. I would really love to, but I just don't think I'm going to have time. I'm thinking I'll be coming in Thursday morning but haven't made the plane reservation yet. I will be staying with Sara (Edwina's Secretary) and if I remembe right, she is about an hour from Gini. Gini, I will not be flying into LA since I'm staying with Sara, so you don't have to worry about picking me up - but thank you so much for offering. You're really sweet to make such an effort for everybody.

So, that's all I've got to add for now. I'm really looking forward to this trip and mystery person #2 makes it even more exciting! :D

PS - sorry Kelly, but the ticker that gave the day countdown started charging so I had to switch. I used the snail because it seems like time is just dragging. Just thought I'd mention this since we haven't had a Kelly countdown lately. ;) :D

[sandragonfly]

well, the major reason I'm going to heart of orange is gini's! I'd love going on rollcoasters, rides, window/shoppings, being spoiled at some hostels if I have m o n e y!!!

but...on budget so I drive down on same day or a day before (definitely have friends down there I can stay over) then...leave..unless a miracle appears! http://tinypic.com/2l57ph

[krazyaboutkatz]

I'm thinking that I'll probably end up flying down this year instead of going by car. I'll probably arrive some time Friday afternoon or evening and then I'll either leave some time Sunday or Monday. I'm not going to do Disneyland so it depends on what else is going on for Sunday. Maybe AmberLee and I can fly down together and leave together too. So now there are 2 mystery guests. Hmmmm.:)

[RICHARD]

Originally posted by gini




At this point in time there are some plans in the works to get together on the days/nights prior to Saturday. Nothing is in stone since it is still a few months away.

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Now, let me share something that is true - and something that is not.

1. Yes, it takes four Pet Talkers to make lemonade, but if there were eight or ten.................just think of the possibilities - we could spin this off to a tv series.

2. Contrary to every hint that you may have read - there WILL NOT BE PONY RIDES. I don't want anyone disappointed!:D


One of the things we will NOT BE DOING is having a drink at the bar in Slick's hotel..


And I think I have a line on getting some donkeys to show up on Gini's front lawn.....:cool:

[luckies4me]

I'm still going! :D Sorry I haven't posted here in a bit. I've just been very busy. :(

[sandragonfly]

Originally posted by luckies4me
I'm still going! :D Sorry I haven't posted here in a bit. I've just been very busy. :(

luckies, how can you say you're GOING if you are right behind us!? *creeps out* :D

well well - since I might be going, that would make 1 or two more mystery friends! what a mystery BBQ :rolleyes:

[luckies4me]

Originally posted by Gina's Ark Inc.
luckies, how can you say you're GOING if you are right behind us!? *creeps out* :D

well well - since I might be going, that would make 1 or two more mystery friends! what a mystery BBQ :rolleyes:

:confused: I'm very confused.

[gini]

Your signature says "right behind you"........................

[luckies4me]

Oh LOL. I didn't know what you were talking about. :rolleyes: :p Sorry. :o

[sandragonfly]

Originally posted by luckies4me
Oh LOL. I didn't know what you were talking about. :rolleyes: :p Sorry. :o

;) ;) ;)

('gini' & 'gina's something, isn't it?) :D

[luckies4me]

LOL! :D I should have gotten more sleep last night. ;) I've ben up every night for a week nursing my poor hedgehog back to health. He isn't doing so well. :(

[sandragonfly]

Originally posted by luckies4me
LOL! :D I should have gotten more sleep last night. ;) I've ben up every night for a week nursing my poor hedgehog back to health. He isn't doing so well. :(

ohhh! sure what a great excuse...I've got three hours last night! :D ;) (studying, get ready for four hours state exam today! *whew....*)

sorry about your hedgy, :( but I have three here cheering on him! is there any thread about him that I can honor for my three little ones?

[luckies4me]

Originally posted by Gina's Ark Inc.
ohhh! sure what a great excuse...I've got three hours last night! :D ;) (studying, get ready for four hours state exam today! *whew....*)

sorry about your hedgy, :( but I have three here cheering on him! is there any thread about him that I can honor for my three little ones?

I'm trying to post a thread about it right now but for some reason it won't let me post it, but it will let me post here. :confused:

It worked now. hehe

http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?threadid=76021

[sandragonfly]

thanks!

hey, anything new about mugs? I think a group pictures (NOT on ponies) would be a great one to be on mug and ....oh um..just realized how can everyone get it without paying a dime for shippings...rats. maybe all of us pay $1.00 (if that's enough for each shipping of a mug) to whoever makes mugs for everyone so that way this person wouldn't have to pay for everything....what do you think?? how would each person pay for a mug anyway? or didn't we plan to divide?

psst we're already a half in 1,000 of replies here and I'll bet we'll get 500 more with rush responses in the END of may :) well, I'm outta of here...

[slick]

I'VE JUST BOOKED MY FLIGHT!!! :)
Got a really good deal through BCAA.....total cost return $311.63 (Can $) including all taxes.
Arrive in LA Wed July 13 at 9:50am and depart LA Wed July 20 at 2:50pm.

[luckies4me]

Originally posted by slick
I'VE JUST BOOKED MY FLIGHT!!! :)
Got a really good deal through BCAA.....total cost return $311.63 including all taxes.
Arrive in LA Wed July 13 at 9:50am and depart LA Wed July 20 at 2:50pm.

WOW, that is cheap!!! :eek:

[slick]

Originally posted by luckies4me
WOW, that is cheap!!! :eek:
Maybe so...but...my flight leaves Vancouver at 7am which means I have to be at the airport at 5am which means I have to get up at ?????:eek: :rolleyes: My excitement will probably have me up all night anyway!

Gini, you'd better make sure Scotty's bed is made up for the ride back. :D

[gini]

Scotty's seats do fold down for people who have gotten up way before the "crack" of dawn to catch a flight.

Picking someone up at LAX at roughly 10:00 AM in the morning is entirely doable!!

And you will be wearing?????.............here we go again Richard!
Ha, let HER find US this time!!:D :D

[lbaker]

Oh boy, my work is cut out for me now. hmmm, how shall I appear at the airport? Little Bo Peep? A HillBilly? A "Working Girl"? hehehe... But wait, would anyone in LA notice? Nah, probably not :rolleyes:

[slick]

And you will be wearing?????.............
I'm thinking I'll just be myself.....won't that be weird enough???:p ;) Gee, coming in that time of the morning....I guess we won't be headed to the bar.....but where is the nearest place to get Spanish Coffee?? :D

[luckies4me]

dadee dah dadde dee dah. Sorry, I may be getting a Golden girl soon and I can't help but be excited! :D


K Cass, focus. Cali BBQ, I am there. I figure I will stay for at least a week. Does anyone else have anything planned? Maybe a trip to the beach? I'm definitely doing the Disneyland thing. :) I'll probably bring my dogs with me (not to the house) for the vacation and keep them kenneled at my brothers while I am out and about, so if anyone with pooches who lives nearby wants to go to a dog park or dog beach let me know. :D

[slick]

I just called to confirm my reservation (I know, I'm paranoid....) and they told me that United Airlines is having a major seat sale right now and that's why my cost is so low. (in actual fact my cost is $301 + a $10 booking fee).

Just a heads up for those who have to make flight arrrangements.

Cass: I'd like to do Dizzyland but not sure when. I have other people I want to see as well so I've have to play it by ear.

In the absence of Kelly...here's the Kelly Kountdown......

99 days! We are now officially down to the double digits. :)

[gini]

And what was my contribution to the BBQ planning today?

I hired one of the neighborhood kids to move 37 - 50# sandbags for me. Now no one will have to trip over them:D :D :D

[lbaker]

No tripping allowed :o :eek: You heard it from the BOSS, no - not Springsteen. THE boss. Wow man... bummer.;)

[RICHARD]

Originally posted by gini
And what was my contribution to the BBQ planning today?

I hired one of the neighborhood kids to move 37 - 50# sandbags for me. Now no one will have to trip over them:D :D :D

YES!!!!!

the ground cover for the pony rides got to Gini's house!!!

[slick]

Originally posted by RICHARD
YES!!!!! the ground cover for the pony rides got to Gini's house!!!
I don't know Richard....I was hoping to use some of that sand for the sandbox. See...me and Laurie....we got plans.....big plans. It's gonna be 30 stories high and have a mall and office space....and....and......

[lbaker]

See, I can make a great "drippy castle" out of sand and ocean water. I'm famous for it. I'm a legend in my own mind!

[luckies4me]

Originally posted by slick
I don't know Richard....I was hoping to use some of that sand for the sandbox. See...me and Laurie....we got plans.....big plans.

I don't know why, but I immediately thought of two women wrestling eachother in a giant sand pit. That's what seeing Richard's name does to me! :eek:

[Karen]

So who is going to the CA Barbecue this year? Is there a list of any sort?

[sandragonfly]

Originally posted by Karen
So who is going to the CA Barbecue this year? Is there a list of any sort?

:o I do...and a lot of them coming! will you come too? :D

gini does the list, don't misunderstood with my name... :o I have NO work to do... :o *hiding my long to-do list...* :D

[slick]

For sure's
Tracey
Gini
Slick
Laurie
Kelly and David
Karen and Aaron
Debbie (maybe Terry)
Laura and Alexa
Cass
Zippy
Julie (Catland)
Gina
Sara and Don
Richard
Mario - just had to put him in here LOL

A Mystery Guest ;) ....and I'm NOT telling.....**hand over mouth**

Possibles (expressed interest)
Pit Chick (sorry, don't know your name)
AmberLee
Amy (Wolf_Q)
Another Amy (not sure)
Staci
RedHedd

I'm sure there are others ( and maybe some of your partners) that I've missed out - I'm sorry but my brain is mush right now.

[sandragonfly]

...and my two mystery friends! :D (not under "for sure".........)

tracey (krazyabtkatz)?
slicker?
and slickerest? :D

[slick]

Gina, changes duely noted.....:o
I'm the third one listed....

PS I can sign my name with my eyes closed now.....:eek: :D No socks....I promise......

[luckies4me]

My bf will be driving down with me, so it will be him and I. You all can meet my future husband! :D

[sandragonfly]

Originally posted by slick
Gina, changes duely noted.....:o
I'm the third one listed....

PS I can sign my name with my eyes closed now.....:eek: :D No socks....I promise......

*itches my head* slick must be sleeping while stand, waiting for "dependencdence" stuff?? :eek: *turns and walk away* :D

[lbaker]

Gini, I think we're going to need a bigger boat ;) No pets please. I know, that sounds like blasphamy but this is not a dog park, it's Gini's back yard. Non-alcohol? No problem, our homemade lemonade is TOPS - and it only takes 4 (or maybe 5) of us to manage. No young children please.. Gini already said "no tripping allowed", (she meant over bags of sand of course ;) ).

[slick]

No young children please
That doesn't mean that we can't all turn into giggling little kids when we get going.....
Trust me, all Laurie and I have to do is "look" at each other and the laughter starts.....:D :D

[lbaker]

Don't look now but it's starting already :D :D :D :D :D

[slick]

:D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D

[catland]

make that Catland + 1, as my husband will be joining in the festivities.:D

[slick]

Can hardly wait to meet you Julie....:)

Gini, you'd better have a good supply of Depends on hand...these newcomers may not be prepared......:D :D

[gini]

Julie, I am so glad that you and your husband are going to be able to attend the BBQ. I just know that you will have a great time meeting everyone and have a lot of laughs.

If you don't - well, you will have enough stories to tell your friends for a lifetime!!:D :D

The BBQ is still about three months away - and when the time draws closer, I will ask you to p/m me with your email address and I can give you all of the particulars.

Again, this is exciting news that you will attend........actually meeting other Pet Talkers makes something magic happen.........suddenly you have friends from all over the country........and who knows.....maybe around the world. The names have faces - the faces of people who have joined this forum because they dearly love their pets.

WELCOME!!

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Originally posted by lbaker
No young children please..

Oh, oh.....is 12 considered "young"? Just curious because Terry often acts like a 12 year old and this might mean I have to leave him home......:confused:

;) :rolleyes: :D ;) :D :rolleyes: :D

[lbaker]

I'm telling ;) nanny nanny boo boo! :p See? Can't you see the maturity level to expect :D

[RICHARD]

Originally posted by Karen
So who is going to the CA Barbecue this year? Is there a list of any sort?

Yes, there is a list and it has been forwarded to the Office of Homeland Security, the LAPD and the Enviromental Protection Agency.

----------------------------------------------------

And a word of advice to people bringing signifigant others...

Please try and explain to them as much as you possibly can about Pet Talk so when the stories start to fly they aren't left out....;)

[gini]

[QUOTE]Originally posted by RICHARD
[B]Yes, there is a list and it has been forwarded to the Office of Homeland Security, the LAPD and the Enviromental Protection Agency.





:D :D :D - Gini

[RICHARD]

False teeth spark murder hunt

A German pensioner sparked a murder hunt after she found a pair of glasses and a set of false teeth in her garden.

Police dug over her entire garden following 85-year-old Iris Muller's find in a flower bed at her home in Kassel.

Eventually, the mystery was solved when he found a man's wallet in his garden.

All three belonged to a local man who confessed to losing all three after a heavy drinking session.

He said: "I remembered falling over a garden wall but could not remember which one."

-----------------------------

Sounds alot like a SoCal BBQ......:confused: :rolleyes: ;) :eek:

[gini]

Aww, Richard, I thought it was going to end that this is the way the woman got her whole garden tilled for nothing!!!:D

[slick]

Sounds alot like a SoCal BBQ......
Don't look at me......I only broke a plant pot trying avoid the mysterious moving chair......:eek: :o

[luckies4me]

Oh my bf knows TONS about what happens here at Pet Talk, mainly because I never shut up about it. :rolleyes: If anyone wants to meet some of my critters and has extra time (not at the barbecue) but I'll have some rats, my glider, and a hedgie going with me. :p

[sandragonfly]

Originally posted by luckies4me
If anyone wants to meet some of my critters and has extra time (not at the barbecue) but I'll have some rats, my glider, and a hedgie going with me. :p

ohh I do! I do!! but I'm in middle of you and the mystery bbq...where will you have your pets sit? MUST not miss.. I don't care if my friend(s) freaking out. :D how so nice of me... :rolleyes: should we PM more about this???

[luckies4me]

Originally posted by Gina's Ark Inc.
ohh I do! I do!! but I'm in middle of you and the mystery bbq...where will you have your pets sit? MUST not miss.. I don't care if my friend(s) freaking out. :D how so nice of me... :rolleyes: should we PM more about this???

They'll be at my brother house in Anaheim. :)

[sandragonfly]

Originally posted by luckies4me
They'll be at my brother house in Anaheim. :)

ah that's MINUTES away from my aunt's but I'm not sure if I wanna stay there :rolleyes: -- will you bring Millie too? insects! insects!

[slick]

In the absence of Kelly here is the latest Kelly Kountdown....

92 days!!

I hear WalMart has Depends on sale and since today is payday, I'm going to stock up this weekend.... :o :D

[NoahsMommy]

92 days??? Yay!!!

:D

[lbaker]

Yay Kelly! What's your very most favorite food in the world? You had better p.m. me or you are going to get tons of it if you answer here :D

[sandragonfly]

Originally posted by lbaker
Yay Kelly! What's your very most favorite food in the world? You had better p.m. me or you are going to get tons of it if you answer here :D :eek: :( :eek:

[NoahsMommy]

Originally posted by lbaker
Yay Kelly! What's your very most favorite food in the world? You had better p.m. me or you are going to get tons of it if you answer here :D
My most favorite?? Hmmm...I have a few...mashed potatoes, mac n cheese, cheese, chocolate and coffee. Nice and healthy! ;)

Guess what???? 91 DAYS!! :D

[NoahsMommy]

KELLY KOUNTDOWN: 87 DAYS!!!

WOOHOO!!!! :D :D :D

[mruffruff]

Can you make room for one more?

I can arrive at LAX at 11PM Thursday night and leave at midnight Sunday for $99.00 plus taxes. Is there a motel 6 (or equivalent) in the area? Being directionally challenged, I'm sure to get lost without a guide. Help!

Mary

[lbaker]

$99!!!! From the East Coast yet. Dang, who could resist? Motel 6, LaQuinta.. I'm sure there are several "cheap, safe" motels close to the airport. I'm sure something can be found. Let's see what we can do Mary. (Us "old ladies" - I read your profile) need to stick together ;) :p

[mruffruff]

Sorry, I was wrong. It's $238.80 round trip on Independence Air.
Still a heck of a deal.

I won't even think of what's going to happen to my ears. Last time I flew I was in agony. That was many years ago.

If someone needs a place to stay, I'm willing to share.

Mary

[lbaker]

Well I figured it was $99 each way but you're right, that's still a good price. Most closeby motels have a shuttle from airport to motel so the arrival/departure time shouldn't be a concern. A few people may be wanting to share that have quarters closer in town.. That's up to you guys. I imagine some private messages will ensue between now and July to figure it out. Some of us have friends and family in the area so needn't get involved with those kinds of logistics. There are plenty of things to do and see in LA for times not spent on a Saturday afternoon at a BBQ. :cool:

[mruffruff]

I don't really care where I stay as long as there is a bed and a bathroom. I have no plans except the BBQ. For once in my life, I'm going to "go with the flow'.

Did I see something about a trip to see some male dancers?:D

Mary

[slick]

Originally posted by mruffruff
Did I see something about a trip to see some male dancers?:D

Been there, done that.....my 50th was a blast. :D

Mary, nice to hear that you will be joining us on Saturday. I'm one of the "mature" members of the crowd...not into too much parteeing. I'm sure some of the younger members will probably be planning some activities outside of Saturday. I know that Disneyland was mentioned. Anyway, there's plenty of time for planning. I just know that you are in for a good time with lots of laughs.

[gini]

Oh, I have a surprise - SURPRISE.............and I can't tell...........not even a hint................HA HA HA!

Sorry Laurie, sorry Slick, sorry Tonya - ya won't get it out of me either!!!

Richard - not you either - or Kelly - or Karen.........or Sara.........HA HA HA!!

I am leaving on a vacation on Wednesday and won't be back until May 8th.

So, if I don't respond to any posts..........this is why.

In May, I will need to do a serious head count.........and get the show on the road!

I am excited................

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

Oh my, I wish I could be there too...! Have lots of fun everybody!!

[slick]

Sorry Laurie, sorry Slick, sorry Tonya - ya won't get it out of me either!!!
Psssttt, hey girls, I'll bet she'd slip after a few strong ones under her belt! ;) :D
Gini, my gut is talking to me and I have two guesses....but I won't post them here. ;)

[gini]

HA - that old gut of yours! It knows NADA!:D :D :D

[RICHARD]

Originally posted by gini
Oh, I have a surprise - SURPRISE.............and I can't tell...........not even a hint................HA HA HA!

Joke's on YOU GINI!!!!!! Jennifer Wilbanks ran out of MONEY!!!!!

[NoahsMommy]

&hearts; KELLY KOUNTDOWN: 76 DAYS!!!! &hearts;

:D &hearts; :D &hearts; :D &hearts; :D &hearts; :D &hearts; :D &hearts; :D &hearts; :D &hearts; :D &hearts; :D

[slick]

OMD, thanks Kelly for the reminder.

Guess I'd better start whitening my teeth and psyching myself up for my once-a-year shave.....:rolleyes:

[NoahsMommy]

Originally posted by slick
OMD, thanks Kelly for the reminder.

Guess I'd better start whitening my teeth and psyching myself up for my once-a-year shave.....:rolleyes:
There WILL be a smooth leg inspection....be warned.

;)

[slick]

Originally posted by NoahsMommy
There WILL be a smooth leg inspection....be warned. ;)
By whom??? Richard???? :eek: :D

[lbaker]

Does Mario know about this??? :eek:

[slick]

Poor Mario....I think this legs are excluded from the inspection.....

...wait a minute...maybe HE'S the judge???:eek: :D