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(Message started by: purpleydog on Jul 19^th, 2005, 8:21pm)

Title: My First Convention
Post by purpleydog on Jul 19^th, 2005, 8:21pm

I've been trying to pin down my thoughts and feelings since I left Dallas. My flight home was spent on my laptop, looking at pics, and thinking of you all. This was my first convention. I was in Davenport in January, but this was so much bigger.

The people I met and laughed with, cried with, and drank with were the best! I keep in touch with many of you via messenger, but meeting you in person was such a treat! The first person I saw when I arrived at the hotel was Frank. I was welcomed with the warmest hug and a big smile. DD came along soon after, then Bill.

Donna, you did an amazing job putting this together. It was a large task, and everything was perfect. :)

Frank, thank you for all the help with the logistics, we couldn't have done it as well without you.

Bill, thanks for the guidance. And all the shit you TRIED to give me. ;) YOU are a worthy opponent.

Jean, it was great to finally see you, you have such a sweet heart. And Jackie, it was good to see you again, I'm only sorry that Blake couldn't make it. Linda, it was a pleasure, and we'll have to hustle it next year, ok?

I picked up some guy at the airport... Who the fuck was it? Oh, CHUCK!! Chuck, you are one of a kind, and I love you, even if you did grab my ass. :) I missed saying goodbye to you. Steph, you are wise beyond your years. Stay sweet.

Pepper, you saw me first, and what a hug. Nani too, you are very special. And funny! Bethany, you are sweet. Maria, you are beautiful. Karen, you are so cool. I'm so glad you made it.

Eric, I wish we would've had more time... but the time we did have was the best. You are the best. Rori, you did an excellent job on the game show [smiley=laugh.gif] and the auction. Without you, the auction wouldn't have been nearly as successful. Thank you for everything you did.

Matt, I'm so glad you came. It meant a lot to me that you did, and it was so good to meet you and Mary. :)

Helen, it was a pleasure meeting you and David. I had tears when we hugged goodbye. I sincerely hope you can make it next year.

I got to talk to Roxy for about 5 minutes, and she has the greatest smile. She's funny and a lot of fun. ;;D

Katy, and Larry, I'm so glad you came. It was good to meet you. Redneck, I'm without words. You are very special to me, and Carolyn is just too cool. Opus, my penguin friend, I'm glad we met. We didn't get a chance to talk tech, but I know you got yer fix with Redneck and Matt. ;)

Charlie, it was good to see you again. Jimi and Ruthie are sweet. Well, Ruthie is. Jimi is a great guy.

DJ, without you, this wouldn't be possible. Thank you for CH.com, and all the work you do for both sites. It was a pleasure. ( I thought you were taller... ;)..like 10 feet tall)

Pegg, sis, thank you for the support, and understanding. DD, my sister, I love you so much.
I picked up Jonny from the airport, and saw him intermittently after that. What a sweet guy (shhh, don't tell him I said that!).

I know I'm leaving out some folks, but just let me say that this was the best thing I've ever done. It was great to see you all. I've never felt such a level of acceptance, and friendship. It's like I've know you all for years.

I missed a few people who couldn't make it. Broomie, Elaine, Thomas and Gena, Mast, Woobs and Ramon, Billy J, Bec, Kirk, and most of all, Svenn. Next year....promise?

Ok, there's something in my eyes...

Chris

Title: Re: My First Convention
Post by Jonny on Jul 19^th, 2005, 8:25pm

:'(

Title: Re: My First Convention
Post by Jimi on Jul 19^th, 2005, 8:30pm

Yeah, what Jonny said.................... :-[

Title: Re: My First Convention
Post by Racer1_NC on Jul 19^th, 2005, 8:47pm

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b206/Racer1_NC/DSC00825.jpg

Title: Re: My First Convention
Post by maffumatt on Jul 19^th, 2005, 8:54pm

Glad you made it home, now please take my advice. Sit down and take a few minutes to yourself. You work to hard. Take a break. I think we all apreciate all of your hard work.

Title: Re: My First Convention
Post by Redd715 on Jul 19^th, 2005, 8:54pm

Chris, sis, you workied your tail feathers off to get the store up and running again. I'm in awe with the way everything turned out. As has been said Donna did a great job and this was a very successful convention in my opinion.

The more I think about this all, the more sad I get.

Title: Re: My First Convention
Post by Edna on Jul 19^th, 2005, 9:10pm

WOW

Chris, I'm sorry I missed meeting you. Hopefully I won't miss the next chance.

You've GOT to be special to move Jonny to tears. Love you Jonny.

I miss you all,
EDNA

Title: Re: My First Convention
Post by blossom on Jul 20^th, 2005, 12:12am

Chris - you are a wonderful lady! I'm hoping next year we will all get to sit and chat a little more. It was crazy for all of you, I know. AND boy can you keep a secret or what?! [smiley=laugh.gif] If you ever need anything please let me know!

Love to you-
Karen

Title: Re: My First Convention
Post by Charlie on Jul 20^th, 2005, 12:39am

Oops.

I lost my award. I thought I put it in my room. I don't remember seeing it afterwards. :'(

So sad that I'm such a goof. No excuse. It wouldn't surprise me if the glasses are mine but no big deal I got them for four bucks at a dollar store. Just readers.

What a dope. http://www.netsync.net/users/charlies/gifs/viking.gif

Charlie

Title: Re: My First Convention
Post by Svenn on Jul 20^th, 2005, 2:42am

on 07/19/05 at 21:10:12, Edna wrote:

You've GOT to be special to move Jonny to tears.
I miss you all,
EDNA

That cover it for me to :'(

Svenn

Title: Re: My First Convention
Post by LeLimey on Jul 20^th, 2005, 4:09am

It was our first convention too but it won't be our last. I have a great gaping hole in my life where you should all be but my heart is full and when I shut my eyes..

They keep leaking when I keep 'em open

Title: Re: My First Convention
Post by Frank_W on Jul 20^th, 2005, 8:24am

*BEAMING!!!!* :)

Title: Re: My First Convention
Post by E-Double on Jul 20^th, 2005, 11:08am

Love ya!!!

Title: Re: My First Convention
Post by TxBasslady on Jul 20^th, 2005, 2:39pm

Chris,

Many thanks to you for all you've done.

You did a great job in Dallas. I look forward to seeing you in Davenport.

Jean

Title: Re: My First Convention
Post by LadyElaine on Jul 20^th, 2005, 2:42pm

I told ya Chris you would enjoy and do just fine;-)
I can tell by your pictures you did alright and had a wnderful time :)

Title: Re: My First Convention
Post by Opus on Jul 20^th, 2005, 11:14pm

on 07/19/05 at 20:21:17, purpleydog wrote:

Opus, my penguin friend, I'm glad we met. We didn't get a chance to talk tech, but I know you got yer fix with Redneck and Matt. ;)

Chris,
Next time, that is if we have more FOSS users, we can hold our first CH.com LUG while wearing our Linux Cluster FSCK shirts, and make trades to increase our virus/worm collections.

Opus/Paul [smiley=smokin.gif]

Title: Re: My First Convention
Post by cootie on Jul 20^th, 2005, 11:40pm

Sumone started the term 'convention blues' around here....and that's what ya all GOT. Black and blues Pam