Every planet has its own weird customs. About a year before we met, I spent six weeks on a moon where the principal form of recreation was juggling geese. My hand to God. Baby geese. Goslings. They were juggled.

Wash ,'Our Mrs. Reynolds'


F2F5: I forget that everyone isn't us

Plan what to do, what to wear (you can never go wrong with a corset), and get ready for the next BuffistaCon.


Steph L. - May 16, 2024 6:48:15 pm PDT #12639 of 12685
Unusually and exceedingly peculiar and altogether quite impossible to describe

Okay, still barfing. I didn't think I had anything left. This is gross. I'm so sad and angry.

Well, I guess I’ll just have to visit Cincinnati this year.

That would be delightful!

That's just really crappy.

Literally. The whole GI tract is a warzone. I had a doctor's appointment yesterday for a physical; Tim suggested I call them to ask if any of the staff has a stomach bug, because that's the only place I've been recently. I'll call them in the morning.


DavidS - May 16, 2024 7:23:46 pm PDT #12640 of 12685
"Look, son, if it's good enough for Shirley Bassey, it's good enough for you."

Awww, Tep. I'm sorry.

You and Tim are overdue for a San Francisco trip anyway. We'll get you two out here sometime this year, and you can stay in the Garden Apartment.


Steph L. - May 16, 2024 7:57:23 pm PDT #12641 of 12685
Unusually and exceedingly peculiar and altogether quite impossible to describe

David, I'll hug you extra the next time I see you.


-t - May 16, 2024 8:02:34 pm PDT #12642 of 12685
I am a woman of various inclinations and only some of the time are they to burn everything down in frustration

Oh, Tep, that’s awful. Staying home does seem like the best bad choice but it sucks rope.


Vortex - May 16, 2024 8:42:15 pm PDT #12643 of 12685
"Cry havoc and let slip the boobs of war!" -- Miracleman

Also, I should mention that someone (Vortex) has a birthday tomorrow. Not sure if she has plans yet.

I have plans for dinner, but thought maybe people would like to come to the rooftop bar at the Line afterwards?

I'm in room 319 at the Line. I've texted Laura and Brenda in case anyone wants to hang out or grab a beverage. I think that Maria gets in late, like 11:30


Laura - May 16, 2024 9:39:35 pm PDT #12644 of 12685
Our wings are not tired.

Vortex! Went up to the rooftop with Brenda to see if you happened to be there. Back in our rooms now. Since I am in 419 I'll stomp on the floor to say hi! Phone number in profile.


Vortex - May 16, 2024 9:51:26 pm PDT #12645 of 12685
"Cry havoc and let slip the boobs of war!" -- Miracleman

I was just hanging out in my room and missed this. argh!


javachik - May 17, 2024 8:29:06 am PDT #12646 of 12685
Our wings are not tired.

I'll be staying at the Grand Hyatt at SFO. I get in late tonight so will see people tomorrow! Since I am staying so south of the City, I will be wearing the same thing all day tomorrow so will likely be a little less dressed up than everyone else. Sunday I will be spending with my family, visiting my uncle who just entered hospice. I have a redeye Sunday night. Quick trip!

If I get in on time tonight, and have any energy, I'll text Vortex to see if people are hanging out on a roof or bar somewhere and come join you.

I have had terrible experiences using Flywheel but love Curb. I try to avoid Uber and the like, especially in SF. (I will say though that when I lived in Oakland I had a very hard time getting taxis and had to use Uber often.)


Jessica - May 17, 2024 10:33:11 am PDT #12647 of 12685
If I want to become a cloud of bats, does each bat need a separate vaccination?

Re-posting my earlier call for dining companions tonight!

My flight gets in at 7:30 so I'm estimating I'll be at the hotel around 9 - anyone around for a late dinner? Or suggestions for food near the Majestic?


Shir - May 17, 2024 10:47:02 am PDT #12648 of 12685
"And that's why God Almighty gave us fire insurance and the public defender".

Steph, I am so sorry. I hope you're feeling better today.

I have plans to casually see some places today (candy store to get traditional sweet gifts for people and colleagues), visit the Presidio, and see what people are planing here to join in on lunch/dinner/other activities.

Let me know if anyone would like to hang out today. I'm also here on Sunday, and starting my travel back home on Monday morning.