Definitely New Zealand then.
Or Wales.
I was thinking Scotland. To paraphrase the Stones: "Hey MacCloud, get offa my ewe!"
Plan what to do, what to wear (you can never go wrong with a corset), and get ready for the next BuffistaCon: Madison, WI from June 20-22 2008! Official website.
Definitely New Zealand then.
Or Wales.
I was thinking Scotland. To paraphrase the Stones: "Hey MacCloud, get offa my ewe!"
Robin, I know you didn't ask for advice, but has your nephew considered ROTC? It may not solve the basic disconnect, but would (1) get him a college education, (2) let him enter as an officer, and (3) delay entry for four years, during which things may change for the better (or, admittedly, the worse).
(whew) Finally reached the end of the F2F post. Go me.
Saw the vids and the pretty pictures and laughed at all the snark. Now I miss all my distant friends terribly. I do wish Jilli could work Apparation or Miracleman could get his transporter going. Then we could all be fabulous at the drop of a hat and fight crime, too.
Chicago'istas/Midwest List, I sent an e-mail re: welcoming Shrift that doesn't seem to be going through so I'll just post it here:
It looks like Saturday is the consensus.
There hasn't seemed to be much of a preference on location, so while I love the Heartland Cafe may I suggest we go to Sizzle? [link] [link] If for no other reason than the Granville el stop is not nearly as sketchy as the Morse stop.
The 2nd link has a map. Sizzle is on Broadway, just south of Granville (just around the corner from the Granville Redline stop). For those driving, there is usually parking available along Broadway. I wouldn't risk parking in the Osco lot. Side streets have varying permit regulations - some restrict night/weekend, some restrict work hours - so be sure to read the signs.
What time shall we say? Around 7pm?
Count me in, aurelia. I'd been waiting to find out if I had to work on Saturday or not what I would put my bid in for. Turns out I am working Saturday, so it works out well. I'd love to try Sizzle, the idea of a tasting menu tickles my fancy because I'm so wishy-washy on choosing things at a new resteraunt.
Sail, do you want to crash at my place instead of doing another whirlwiind round trip?
That would be awesome! Thank you, aurelia, I'd love to.
Damn, I wish I could join you guys! This fall, definitely; before then, not so much.
We'll miss you, Kathy!
Sail, hopefully my e-mail will be working tomorrow. If not, I'll make sure you get my cell #.
Sounds good. Can you send your address, too? You gave it to me a long time ago and I'm not sure I have it on this computer.