It's an Elvis theme boutique hotel located across from Graceland, so only those with a very high kitsch tolerance should consider it.
Dude. I loves me some Matt.
Gimme some milk.
Jayne ,'Jaynestown'
F2F 3: Who's Bringing the Guacamole?
Plan what to do, what to wear (you can never go wrong with a corset), and get ready for the next BuffistaCon: San Francisco, May 19-21, 2006! Everything else, go here! Swag!
deborah grabien - Nov 26, 2005 7:34:45 am PST #6132 of 10001
It really doesn't matter. It's just an opinion. Don't worry about it. Not worth the hassle.
Liese S. - Nov 26, 2005 7:47:56 am PST #6133 of 10001
"Faded like the lilac, he thought."
Speaking of driving 2000 miles, I would like to take this opportunity to apologize for driving directly through Memphis and not stopping to see you, Matt! Sorry! It wasn't until late in the planning stages that I'd realized you were on my route, and since it was a path we hadn't driven before we weren't sure exactly when we'd be through. Ended up being there at 10 am on a weekday, so it prolly wouldn't have worked out anyway. Still, sorry we missed you.
Anyway, there's also Phoenix for a temperate winter destination.
Pix - Nov 26, 2005 7:54:04 am PST #6134 of 10001
The status is NOT quo.
I think Memphis is a fun idea. That hotel sounds like a blast.
Anyway, there's also Phoenix for a temperate winter destination.Yep, that was on my original list. Phoenix can be really nice.
Not my party, but it's probably going to be simpler for Kristin to say where she's spending New Years, and invite people to come with.
The other way -- lies insanity.
ita, that was the original intent of why ND and hereward had suggested Vegas. They were planning to go there anyway. Since the prices turned out to be astronomical, I was just putting feelers out because I would love to spend time with other folks.
And in terms of what was being suggested, this:
From where I'm sitting, everyone's suggesting their own cities, plus Vegas and Phoenix. Maybe it's lazy and/or selfish (and I mean those terms lovingly), but it's not elitist coastalism.was the impression I'd gotten as well.
Anyway. Nebbermind. I'm thinking now about going to Austin to visit a big group of friends from another board that I haven't seen in ages. I would love it if buffistas were there too, but I can hardly offer to host or anything.
And honestly, money may prevent me from going anywhere at all.
Matt the Bruins fan - Nov 26, 2005 8:27:54 am PST #6135 of 10001
"I remember when they eventually introduced that drug kingpin who murdered people and smuggled drugs inside snakes and I was like 'Finally. A normal person.'” —RahvinDragand
Sorry! It wasn't until late in the planning stages that I'd realized you were on my route, and since it was a path we hadn't driven before we weren't sure exactly when we'd be through. Ended up being there at 10 am on a weekday, so it prolly wouldn't have worked out anyway. Still, sorry we missed you.
No worries Liese, that time of day I would have been in Arkansas buried under a pile of work that I couldn't ask off from. But everyone on the board has a standing invite from me if they're in the city in the late evening or on a weekend, I'd be happy to act as tour guide or offer the hospitality of one of the local clubs/restaurants as proxy for my foodless kitchen.
Are any NYC folks going to go get crushed by the mob of peoplewatch the big apple drop in Times Square?
Jessica - Nov 26, 2005 8:32:31 am PST #6136 of 10001
And then Ortus came and said "It's Ortin' time" and they all Orted off into the sunset
Not in person -- been there, done that, got trampled by the drunken masses. (Plus, if you want a really good view, you have to camp out at least a day in advance. I'm all about the watching it on TV from my living room.)
Vegas or Little Vegas sounds like oodles of fun, but I've already overspent my travel budget for the year, so unless a winning lottery ticket falls into my lap, I'll be at home with DH, a bottle of prosecco, and the best we can afford from Caviarteria.
Deena - Nov 26, 2005 11:08:35 am PST #6137 of 10001
How are you me? You need to stop that. Only I can be me. ~Kara
Might consider Laughlin: [link] They have casinos, AND glow-in-the-dark bowling.
beth b - Nov 26, 2005 1:31:15 pm PST #6138 of 10001
oh joy! Oh Rapture ! I have a brain!
burning love suite -- DH would die, but I would find it too funny for words.
Hil R. - Nov 27, 2005 12:32:32 pm PST #6139 of 10001
Sometimes I think I might just move up to Vermont, open a bookstore or a vegan restaurant. Adam Schlesinger, z''l
Are any NYC folks going to go get crushed by the mob of peoplewatch the big apple drop in Times Square?
Nope. I'm probably going to be in NY then, but crowds that size really aren't my thing. Plus, it's cold. I'll be somewhere inside.
Vortex - Nov 27, 2005 6:00:22 pm PST #6140 of 10001
"Cry havoc and let slip the boobs of war!" -- Miracleman
It's an Elvis theme boutique hotel located across from Graceland, so only those with a very high kitsch tolerance should consider it.
you have to stay there just to take pictures. and the inevitable stories of crossing paths with those who take it seriously.
Jon B. - Nov 28, 2005 6:07:42 am PST #6141 of 10001
A turkey in every toilet -- only in America!
Having survived Thanksgiving, I can now start to think about Deborah's visit to Boston. FAQ Wife & I would be happy to host a little Buffista gathering on Saturday night, post-dinner.
Deborah -- does this fit in with your schedule? Also, I think I still need your arriving flight details.