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(Message started by: Gator on Dec 17^th, 2007, 12:30am)

Title: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by Gator on Dec 17^th, 2007, 12:30am

Convention 2008 Site Announced!

There were two bids for the site for the 2008 OUCH Convention: Portland, Oregon and Dallas, Texas. The author of the Portland bid pulled the bid, leaving Dallas as the only submission. Therefore, it is my pleasure to announce that the host city for the 2008 OUCH Convention will be Dallas, Texas. Information on hotel, registration fees, speakers and more will be reported as it becomes available.

If you would like to host a convention, now is the time to start thinking about 2009 and beyond. If you would like to host a convention, please start scouting your site and gathering information now. To assist you in getting the necessary information for your convention bid, we have developed this Request for Proposal (http://www.ouch-us.org/gatherings/Convention_RFP.doc). Also, to assist in making your report about the various hotels, download this Hotel Report Form (http://www.ouch-us.org/gatherings/hotel-report-form.pdf).

For more information as it develops, please check the OUCH Conventions & Gatherings page:

http://www.ouch-us.org/gatherings.htm

OUCH “Volunteer Center” Opened!

Volunteers are the backbone of any non-profit organization. The Organization for Understanding Cluster Headaches operates solely on volunteer labor. In order to help members decide where they might best fit in and to help OUCH recruit qualified, hard working people, we’ve made some changes to the Volunteer Application page in the Members‘ Area. Instead of a beg for help and an online form, visitors will now find an Organizational Chart, a list of Key Responsibilities and Position Descriptions for each committee and team, a copy of the OUCH Code of Conduct for volunteers, a Help Wanted section listing where help is needed and, of course, the Volunteer Application.

If you are interested in working with others to help OUCH fulfill its mission, please visit the OUCH Volunteer Center in the Members’ Area.

http://www.ouch-us.org/members/surveys/volunteer_application.htm

***You will need to be registered and log in to access this page.

O2 Users Support Team Gets New Leader

Steve Lichens is the new leader of the O2 Users Support Team. A big thanks to Steve for stepping up to do this! To contact Steve and the O2 Users Support Team, please e-mail o2help@ouch-us.org. For information on using O2 as a CH abortive, check out the Support Team pages at:

http://www.ouch-us.org/medications/oxygen/o2info.shtml

We want to hear from you!

The staff and management of OUCH want your input. Please send any questions, comments or suggestions to us at:

contact_ouch@ouch-us.org

Edited to add info about O2 Users Support Team

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by deltadarlin on Dec 17^th, 2007, 8:27am

*bump*

Will be there with bells on!

'darlin

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by Gena on Dec 17^th, 2007, 12:12pm

whoo hoo I was gitting married the last time it was in Dallas -

Come hell or high water I am going to make it this year.

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by Linda_Howell on Dec 17^th, 2007, 1:09pm

I'm like Jimi in that I don't care where it is..I'll be there. Haven't missed one yet.

Could y'all turn down the heat a bit this year for me. Thank you. ;;D

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by Jimi on Dec 17^th, 2007, 3:32pm

While the hotel was very nice and they gave us great rates, my only input would be to see if we could find a hotel closer to the airport. It was a long way away. Of course, one major thing we have to find out is their policy on smoking anywhere other than the rooms. That seems to be getting harder and harder.

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by Tiannia on Dec 17^th, 2007, 3:56pm

Well I was hoping for Portland, but I know that you all will have a great time. Maybe next year.... funds will allow us to go.

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by Gator on Dec 17^th, 2007, 7:08pm

on 12/17/07 at 15:32:30, Jimi wrote:

I agree, Jimi. One of the criteria for hotel selection for all future conventions is proximity to the airport and/or the availability of a free shuttle to and from the airport. Another selection factor is the existence of smoking rooms. Unfortunately, more and more hotels are going smoke free. While most of those without smoking rooms still allow smoking in designated areas, there are some that don't. I stayed at a Holiday Inn Express in Spokane, Washington a few years ago where there was an on the spot fine if caught smoking anywhere on the hotel grounds. That was back when I still smoked and it sucked royally.

Our goal is to book a hotel with decent rates both for the sleeping rooms and convention space/equipment/food, smoking rooms and free airport shuttle. Fortunately, we have members in Dallas with experience in negotiating with the hotels.

I can't wait to see y'all in Dallas!

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by Redd on Dec 17^th, 2007, 10:11pm

The heat and humidity in Dallas last time didn't bode well with my head. (the hurricaine blowing in didn't help matters either)

Not sure I'm willing to risk it at this point or not. Only time will tell.

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by Rosybabe on Dec 17^th, 2007, 10:38pm

YIHAY!!! I will be there!!!!
YIHAY!!!!!

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by Miz_D on Dec 18^th, 2007, 3:20am

I'm so excited! I wanted to propose maui as a host site this year but with my niece is getting married in July in the Uk and a promised holiday in Scotland afterwards, I was worried I wouldn't have the stamina to do both....BUT, even though I may not have enough energy to help host, I do have enough to get my ass on a plane and just hang out with some clusterheads for the weekend 8)

So, see ya'll there!

Should I bring some extra macadamias?

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by purpleydog on Dec 18^th, 2007, 3:52am

Last time in Dallas, many people were getting hit out of cycle, and having unexpected random hits.

Bring on the O2. And it's hotter than hell in Dallas in the summer, along with high humidity, so bring your air conditioned suits. And your imitrex.

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by sandie99 on Dec 18^th, 2007, 4:14am

So Dallas it is... Time will tell if I can make it this time around. :)

Sanna

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by E-Double on Dec 18^th, 2007, 7:18am

:)Huge fan of Dallas.
As long as the hotel is a family friendly resort type WE will be there.
It needs to be near restaurants and a mall.
Being near the airport does not guarantee it being a really nice environment.
It means that it is a place to stay short term between flights.
I thought Dallas 05 was lovely but I hear Milwaukee was outstanding.
Richmond was nice because of the people but there was NOTHING to do with exception of taking a drive and walking a historic strip.

It is important that we have places to go with eachother and a nice area to hangout together in.

I'm a smoker but would give up having smoke filled room for larger more comfortable stay.

Maybe NY someday as it is really not that much more in comparison and we have tons to do.

2010? :)

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by Mosaicwench on Dec 18^th, 2007, 8:27am

on 12/18/07 at 07:18:51, E-Double wrote:

I'm a smoker

GASP!!! Really?

http://img116.exs.cx/img116/1231/z7shysterical.gif

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by Jimi on Dec 18^th, 2007, 9:36am

Quote:

Should I bring some extra macadamias?

Of course. Thats mandatory.

Hawaii in 2009.......New York in 2010. Sounds like a plan to me. Eric, have your wife get with Ruth and Jane. They spent all day Saturday shopping at Malls in Dallas.

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by sandie99 on Dec 18^th, 2007, 10:25am

NYC 2010 now that would be brilliant! :)

Sanna

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by BarbaraD on Dec 18^th, 2007, 11:52am

NYC 2010 - Mariott HOtel -- Times Square -- near everything.... great walking.... so BID for it already!!!!

Hugs BD

PS Hawaii 2009 -- Saving up for it now.....

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by E-Double on Dec 18^th, 2007, 12:17pm

will have to talk to my wife and the ny contingent.

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by Maffumatt on Dec 18^th, 2007, 12:44pm

I'll be there, I wanted to make Richmond but the 18 hr drive was to much. Dallas is only 5 hours away. I'd stay in a cracker box if I had too, I miss you guys.

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by deltadarlin on Dec 18^th, 2007, 1:09pm

on 12/18/07 at 12:44:29, Maffumatt wrote:

I'd stay in a cracker box if I had too, I miss you guys.

Would that be Ritz crackers or Zesta saltines, although I do believe that you'd be more comfortable in the Zesta box
[smiley=laugh.gif].

Look forward to seeing you there Matt. Don't know if the old man will be with me or not. If he's not, mmost likely daughter will be.

How about I do some baking for the forum discussions? A nice assortment of cookies would be nice, don't you think?

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by Maffumatt on Dec 18^th, 2007, 1:14pm

If you cook it, I'll eat it.

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by Redd on Dec 18^th, 2007, 1:48pm

Just don't make spegghetti....... [smiley=laugh.gif]

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by Gator on Dec 18^th, 2007, 3:30pm

on 12/18/07 at 09:36:25, Jimi wrote:

Eric, have your wife get with Ruth and Jane. They spent all day Saturday shopping at Malls in Dallas.

Oh, yeah. Bente joined them while we were in the Saturday sessions in Milwaukee, too. Even though they didn't buy a lot of stuff, they had ball.

Things to do shouldn't be a problem in Dallas if we book close to the airport. Within a few miles of DFW, there are shopping malls, golf courses, Texas Stadium, Ranger Stadium, horse racing, lakes, parks and Six Flags Over Texas. There are always people with cars at conventions who are happy to do the car pool thing to see the sights. I know that Jane and I will be driving down.

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by BarbaraD on Dec 18^th, 2007, 6:54pm

And don't forget Ft. Worth and Billy Bob's --

I want to see Jonny ride the mechanical BULL. How 'bout it Jonny -- up for the game....

Hugs BD

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by Grandma_Sweet_Boy on Dec 18^th, 2007, 7:26pm

on 12/18/07 at 18:54:03, BarbaraD wrote:

And don't forget Ft. Worth and Billy Bob's --

I want to see Jonny ride the mechanical BULL. How 'bout it Jonny -- up for the game....

Hugs BD

Now that's something I'd pay money to see!

Carol

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by Jonny on Dec 18^th, 2007, 9:20pm

on 12/18/07 at 18:54:03, BarbaraD wrote:

And don't forget Ft. Worth and Billy Bob's --

I want to see Jonny ride the mechanical BULL. How 'bout it Jonny -- up for the game....

Hugs BD

A mule riding a bull would be gay, wouldnt it? ;;D

But, given a 12 pack and enough donations to OUCH.....im sure I would give it my best game......LOL ;)

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by Charlie on Dec 18^th, 2007, 10:00pm

on 12/18/07 at 10:25:53, sandie99 wrote:

NYC 2010 now that would be brilliant! :)

Sanna

I'd love it too. A bit pricey kids but it would be so much fun. I haven't been there since 1973

Not sure about Dallas of course.

Charlie

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by The mad viking on Dec 19^th, 2007, 12:29pm

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Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by sandie99 on Dec 19^th, 2007, 12:59pm

Svenn, you look happy about the decision. ;;D

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by The mad viking on Dec 20^th, 2007, 5:25am

Bump

Svenn

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by The mad viking on Dec 20^th, 2007, 5:26am

on 12/19/07 at 12:59:36, sandie99 wrote:

Svenn, you look happy about the decision. ;;D

Or just kind of maybe
;;D ;;D ;;D ;;D ;;D ;;D ;;D ;;D ;;D ;;D ;;D

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by BarbaraD on Dec 20^th, 2007, 10:47am

on 12/18/07 at 21:20:05, Jonny wrote:

A mule riding a bull would be gay, wouldnt it? ;;D

But, given a 12 pack and enough donations to OUCH.....im sure I would give it my best game......LOL ;)

Oh you ain't seen that BULL darlin' ... ;;D

And I think we could raise a little loot on that one -- a lot come to think about it -- You're ON my friend....

CONVENTION HIGHLITE:
THE MULE VS. THE BULL

Remember darlin' - only have to stay on for 8 seconds... - better make it a case! ;)

Hugs BD

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by Redd on Dec 20^th, 2007, 11:37am

This needs to be video taped and posted for those of us who won't be attending.

I believe the OUCH donations page still accepts credit cards...... ;;D ;;D ;;D

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by Sandy_C on Dec 20^th, 2007, 2:25pm

on 12/18/07 at 18:54:03, BarbaraD wrote:

And don't forget Ft. Worth and Billy Bob's --

I want to see Jonny ride the mechanical BULL. How 'bout it Jonny -- up for the game....

Hugs BD

OMG! I've been to Billy Bob's, eons ago when I was young, thin, ungray. What a heck of a good time I had!

I may have to really start saving my pennies. I gotta see Jonny on the bull! That right there might be worth the whole trip.

But, Jonny, don't know how long your hair is now (no recent pics), .....let it grow! I wanna see it flying through the air as you get tossed
;;D

Sandy

Title: Re: OUCH Updates 12/16/07
Post by Ghost on Dec 20^th, 2007, 3:47pm

Yea the Goat will get to meet a few more again WOO HOO!!!!!!!

May not get to do the stuff but will at least try to swing by and say hi!!!!

Mike