Okay, as most of you have saw in the current sharing thread, the idea of a meet up on Petit Jean Mountain in Central Arkansas has been floated...
I'd like to get an idea of how many might be interested and how many people would be attending. I'd also like to know what time of year would be best for the majority. Lou and I can both get off work fairly easily, as long as we have a month or so to put in for the time. :biglaugh:
For those of you that don't know much about Petit Jean, it is Arkansas' first State Park, and is, in my opinion, the crown jewel of the State, but I am prejudiced a bit. If you google Petit Jean Arkansas State Park, you will doubtless find all the infomation the park has to offer.
The park is located around 60 miles or so west of Little Rock. There are primative Campsites, cabins, a motel- pretty much anything you'd be interested in lodging wise and will vary wildly on price, with primative campsites being the cheapest, obviously. Cabins seem to run around $150 bucks a night and several of them will sleep 6 people or better.
I expect that most would want to come in on Friday, have friday, friday night and Saturday, then leave saturday evening/ night going home. You are, of course, welcome to fall in love with the area, buy a home nearby, and attend my church. And I'm not stealing sheep, just preparing the pasture should a lost sheep need refuge... :hypocrite:
And if you stay a day or so longer- that's alright too. Lou's and my home is around thirty miles or so from petit jean, and should it be needed, the shower, ect is available for you nuts.
For what it's worth, we are twenty miles from Conway (population over 50k) for shopping and Little Rock is about 60 miles away....
And God forbid , but if someone should want to fly into Little Rock, I would be happy to pick them up at the airport.
Last thing- What time of year is best for the majority? I'd say that March through late may would be best, but I AM planning a weekend trip near the end of May....
If interested, please post here that 1) you are interested
2) how many you would expect with you 3) whether you would be interested in cabins or motel.
I shall try to get with the motel and see if it's fit, open, and what their rates will be.....
I really hope this comes together....it'd be a blast to meet some of ya'll I haven't! :clap: :clap2:
Keep in mind that nothing is set in stone, so don't be afraid to post that you are interested, even if you don't know if it will actually be possible to attend.... I ain't putting any money down or anything like that yet, so no fear... :thumbsup2:
I will be flying in to the LR airport via my flying pig. Please have a roomy pen and plenty of slop available for our arrival.
Quote from: Chseeads on January 07, 2012, 06:39:13 PM
I will be flying in to the LR airport via my flying pig. Please have a roomy pen and plenty of slop available for our arrival.
Since it's just a flying pig, you can just land on Petit Jean. There's a small private airport there that won't mind... :P
You might have an issue getting home, though. Bro Papa BBQ's any available pigs in the area, and Germ likes wings, I've been told... :laughhard:
We are interested. (http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p31/AvatarSam/Smileys/th_Family.gif) We would be 4-5 people depending on whether a friend also comes along. We would go for a cabin or motel, probably depending on the cleanliness and price.
I love the idea of pitching all in for food and would love to get in there & learn a few southern cooking tips. (http://gfxlovers.com/smilies/imgs/girly/girly004.gif)
Definitely interested, just give me some warning so I can forewarn my boss. I asked to be off work one day last year (grand total) and the benefit of asking off so rarely is that if you do need to ask off my boss will give you the time off, no question.
Primitive is relative for cabins. Does it have a toilet? A shower is not needed, I can take a shower before I leave and take one when I get back.
I'll be one, and my grandmother might come with me. Chel can vouch for her, she's cool. :)
Let me know how many decide to come so I'll know how much bread and thin-sliced turkey to bring.
Quote from: Psalm_97 on January 07, 2012, 07:42:19 PM
Definitely interested, just give me some warning so I can forewarn my boss. I asked to be off work one day last year (grand total) and the benefit of asking off so rarely is that if you do need to ask off my boss will give you the time off, no question.
Primitive is relative for cabins. Does it have a toilet? A shower is not needed, I can take a shower before I leave and take one when I get back.
I'll be one, and my grandmother might come with me. Chel can vouch for her, she's cool. :)
Let me know how many decide to come so I'll know how much bread and thin-sliced turkey to bring.
The cabins, last I knew, were very nice, with bathrooms, showers and kitchens. I'll try to wander up there in the next week or so and find out what, if any, dates are booked, and particulars that might not be on the website. By primative, I was meaning tent camping, that sorta thing, and I know there is ample area for fifth wheels/ camper trailers/ motorhomes, should some want to do that.
And you'll know if it's a go and when, as soon as I do...
Oh, THAT. I don't get that primitive. Gimme some walls to keep critters out.
And thanks for starting this thread. I thought one should be started on this, but never got around to doing it. Inertia stinks.
Quote from: Psalm_97 on January 07, 2012, 07:52:54 PM
Oh, THAT. I don't get that primitive. Gimme some walls to keep critters out.
And thanks for starting this thread. I thought one should be started on this, but never got around to doing it. Inertia stinks.
No prob. When I realized that there were several interested, I figured it might be something we needed.... I'm really hoping we can get the perfect time so You, Mini and family, Newsman, Mellow Yellow, The Newlyweds, Mel, and
everyone else can come. It will be EPIC! :thumbsup2:
Be nice if Birdman WOULD fly down,too...
If it comes to that, I could go by and pick him up... if he could get his parents to watch the birds for a while.
My parents are not capable of watching the birds.
So you are stuck with birds that only you can tend, that require tending every day? What happened to them while you were in the hospital?
I wonder if I can talk my hubby into it.
I HOPE so Sarah! I want to meet you! Also, if our boys hit it off, Andrew won't feel like he's stuck with his little sis the whole time too. lol
Quote from: myhaloisintheshop on January 07, 2012, 09:11:18 PM
I wonder if I can talk my hubby into it.
Tell Cletus that, if Jeremy "clears" him, I'll let him take Rusty for a spin.... but he can't haul no yeller tractors in him... :lol:
Interested! BUT, it's doubtful we could make that big of a trip anytime in the next 4 or 5 months barring a miracle.
I do not have the cash flow nor a car capable of making that trip alone :( If the newlyweds were coming through I could possibly hop a ride and supply gas fundage but other than that count me out.
Quote from: Psalm_97 on January 07, 2012, 08:45:47 PM
So you are stuck with birds that only you can tend, that require tending every day? What happened to them while you were in the hospital?
My sister fed them the best she could.
Quote from: HeatherB on January 07, 2012, 11:04:52 PM
I do not have the cash flow nor a car capable of making that trip alone :( If the newlyweds were coming through I could possibly hop a ride and supply gas fundage but other than that count me out.
If you have gas money, go greyhound! Er... at least down to west TN, I can take six people with me (one might be my grandmother though.)
Or I could take an extra day off, go up to east TN, over to pick up Seth, then back down to AR. Getting home would be a pinch though, I must be there Sunday.
Kids? Can we bring the kids?
If so 2 and a half peoples hopefully. If it's going to be decently warm do they allow tent camping anywhere close? :) I'd need a few weeks notice to get everything in order on this end and make sure whether it's a weekend we have the short person or not :)
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Kimber and I are intrested.
I don't know. I'll probably be using my vacation to help dina and the kids get to their next post.
Has anyone set on a time frame yet?
ISG- Of course kids are invited. My little demon/angel will be there, and I'm sure that others that would attend will bring their kiddos.
Quote from: The Purple Fuzzy on January 13, 2012, 01:15:43 AM
I don't know. I'll probably be using my vacation to help dina and the kids get to their next post.
AW, Fuzzy Wuzzy! Don't do that to me! It's just gonna be a Friday and Saturday. Call in sick that Friday. You won't be lying, I know you are sick of work! :biglaugh:
Quote from: MelodyB on January 13, 2012, 03:37:58 AM
Has anyone set on a time frame yet?
We seem to be leaning towards late March through early May....what would work better for you guys?
I told Mel that I am so going even if I have to walk there and fast the entire time!
Anytimes a good time for me! I can call in DEAD if I have to :chairspin:
I am so EXCITED I've been giggling for days!
I also started picking up pennies in parking lots I'm up to twenty bucks just from that!!!
I think the cabin sounds wonderful I will help cook and supply anything I can to make sure it comes out great!
At this point I would probably also go for hotel and tents... although I hate bugs I'm too excited to be worried...
Hmmm I may need to take out a loan I really wanna have a look around up there...
I think May would be better. A little more time for us to get some funds together.
I have been talking to Nathan &we were looking at pretty PJean pictures. It sounds do-able IF it's warm. Nathan wondered how warm it could be in March?
I find it humorous that all of you would finally be in Arkansas at a time when I no longer live there, haha! Some of you would probably even drive near my hometown!
Quote from: MellowYellow on January 13, 2012, 04:32:05 PM
I have been talking to Nathan &we were looking at pretty PJean pictures. It sounds do-able IF it's warm. Nathan wondered how warm it could be in March?
The warm weather was my biggest hold back about March. March here could mean 70 and sunny or 30 and snow. :biglaugh:
March and April are generally our spring storms/ tornado weather. June, July and August are typical Arkansas summers- HOT! It's not unusual to have a actual temperature of 102 or better with heat indexes of 115 or so in July and August... June is beautiful and a bit warm, but the car show takes up one wek and there are generally people that come a week early or stay a week late for that, so it's usually busy..
Truthfully, middle to end of May or September after Labor Day would be best in my opinion.... I'll let you guys sort out what's best as far as time though.
Any holiday weekends are probably out though... Petit Jean fills up quick then.
Quote from: Nelle on January 13, 2012, 05:11:48 PM
I find it humorous that all of you would finally be in Arkansas at a time when I no longer live there, haha! Some of you would probably even drive near my hometown!
And Nelle- you could come back for it.... :lol:
That's what he suspected. He couldn't see it being consistantly warm enough yet in March. Which would mean more mud when we hike.
We put our vote in for May also, though we would also come in April if that is where it end up.
May sounds right.
But if September is chosen I'd like to request a birthday cake.
Rats, that's why I was lobbying for March... so I could get a cake.
*Psalm_97 Marches out.
Oooo! September would be awesome! Birthday party for Kimber, and plenty of time to save the money to go!
Somebody decide for us.... :laughhard: September 5 is also the ninth anniversary of Lou becoming the luckiest lady alive.... :hypocrite:
That's when she married me. :lol:
And maybe we should have a GP Birthday cake, since we can't all be together on our birthdays.
I'll bake a happy birthday chocolate egg custard pie... :D
September is ages away though. It would be like waiting all year for Christmas to get here when you were a kid.
Quote from: Psalm_97 on January 13, 2012, 08:55:55 PM
I'll bake a happy birthday chocolate egg custard pie... :D
September is ages away though. It would be like waiting all year for Christmas to get here when you were a kid.
'tis true....personally, I like May. But September wouldn't be that bad... whatever will work for Lou and I, I suspect. We might go to Peak, which is July I think, and there will probably be a couple of cheap Branson trips....but they are up in the air right now.
Thats true, I don't think I can contain my excitment that long, lets do it around May.
We can totally go with a group cake... or pie.. lol.
But if we have the custard we can not leave with out Red Velvet!
You can all sign and mail me a postcard.
Quote from: Chseeads on January 13, 2012, 09:17:55 PM
You can all sign and mail me a postcard.
I thought you were flying in on a Flying Pig?!?! Now I gotta find another porker for Bro Papa to smoke!
Count on that, SmoopsiePoo!
Definitely won't be able to make it, but I hope you guys have fun! Don't hike alone!
September would be amazing for me. I could possibly have the chance to go then. Honestly even May would be better for me. At least it would be a possibility then.
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May would work best for me... I have stuff in june, july, and sept...
So it's settled then, May? Seems like that's the way the votes are going.
So----May, I guess is best for folks. What part of May? Later in the month, the warmer it usually is...... And Newsman and Mini need to chime in here and tell if they are going to have any conflicts with May......
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Does this mean there's a chance y'all might could come?!? Man, that would be AWESOME! :clap: :clap2: :clap: :clap2: :clap:
The end of May is Memorial Day, so it should not be then cause of the crowds.
I'm still kinda pulling for September. Gives us a bit more time to save and plan.
And Kimber bought me a gift...it's a duck bank and I already have him sitting on the dresser collecting change for the trip! Yay!!!
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Awe!! Mel you are so cool. I'm glad you used it to save many. I was worried my threats were not getting through to you lol.. but I like may. Just saying.
I am seriously sure we will have all the money we need...
With that being said, an estimated price after the votes are in would be great.
I understand prices will change do to people. I just want a goal to save towards.
Any word?
To be honest, things have been a bit hectic lately around here, and I've done nothing. I'm sorry about that. I'm still excited about the prospect, just had tons going on.....
...Says the guy who admits he basically wasted the day today. :-?
Just picking bro. I know how it goes. :cool:
Quote from: Psalm_97 on February 20, 2012, 09:10:25 PM
...Says the guy who admits he basically wasted the day today. :-?
Just picking bro. I know how it goes. :cool:
:pound: It was a holiday, dweeb. Everything was closed anyway. :laughhard:
Seriously, what does everyone need me to do? ??? I know I was supposed to check on the mountain's motel prices- the website on the thread earlier listed the cabin prices and contact info. I guess we need to decide on a date and see who all is serious...
Yes. I think the date will allow us to actually decide. Then we can see how booked they are on those dates. Sounds like we had better get our rooms early as possible.
Yeah- I was telling Bro Papa about it and he said that it books up early year round. He booked a minister, who is close friend of our church, a cabin for a weekend there a few years back for the minister and his wife as a gift to them so they could unwind a bit. He said he booked it a month out and wondered about the availability. :o
How about May 18 weekend? Does that conflict with anyone? Should be late enough in the spring for good weather...
Works for us. It's after Mother's day. I'll get online this week & see availability, what's the hotel called? & what is the name of the nearest town?
If that date gets solidified then next would be menu, right so we can alll contribute?
Quote from: MellowYellow on February 20, 2012, 10:08:30 PM
Works for us. It's after Mother's day. I'll get online this week & see availability, what's the hotel called? & what is the name of the nearest town?
If that date gets solidified then next would be menu, right so we can alll contribute?
The nearest town is Morrilton. The old motel is Cedar Falls Motel, I think- don't know if it has a website or not. There is a beautiful new lodge there as well, Mather Lodge- they've been completely rebuilding it and I don't know if it will be open yet, or what the prices. I promise I will spend some time this Friday trying to find out a little more info.
Newsman, Mini, Mel,Chel, fuzz, ect.....LOOK! Tell me if this dates gonna conflict with anything......we want the most of us showing up that can.
It may work for us too. After mothers day, kids out of school, before a holiday...Now all we need is someone to bless us with lots of money! :ugly:
Let me call Mel tomorrow and get back to you. As of now I am alright with the date, but I want to be positive, I AM EXCITED!!!
We will probably need to purchase the rooms ahead of time, to make sure we don't lose them, how will this work?
Will it all go on one credit card?
Will we need to seperate into groups and make confrence calls to decide?
Or will we need to ship a money order to someone?
Quote from: MellowYellow on February 20, 2012, 10:08:30 PM
Works for us. It's after Mother's day. I'll get online this week & see availability, what's the hotel called? & what is the name of the nearest town?
If that date gets solidified then next would be menu, right so we can alll contribute?
I can contribute sourdough bread and fixings for a really good turkey sandwich, and lots of it. Also all manner of desserts - lime cheesecake, fudge revel bars, egg custard pie, some very good chocolate oatmeal cookies, etc.
Quote from: Roscoe on February 21, 2012, 12:14:21 AM
Newsman, Mini, Mel,Chel, fuzz, ect.....LOOK! Tell me if this dates gonna conflict with anything......we want the most of us showing up that can.
I see I was not included in that list... :-\
Again, just picking. Been a long night, gotta do SOMETHING to unwind. :cool:
No known conflict with May 18th weekend for me. Friday/Saturday? I'm guessing not Saturday night, as we all have church Sunday morning.
Quote from: Psalm_97 on February 21, 2012, 07:14:13 AM
Quote from: Roscoe on February 21, 2012, 12:14:21 AM
Newsman, Mini, Mel,Chel, fuzz, ect.....LOOK! Tell me if this dates gonna conflict with anything......we want the most of us showing up that can.
I see I was not included in that list... :-\
Again, just picking. Been a long night, gotta do SOMETHING to unwind. :cool:
No known conflict with May 18th weekend for me. Friday/Saturday? I'm guessing not Saturday night, as we all have church Sunday morning.
Since you were the one that bumped it back up, I figured it went without saying. You are in the ect... :lol:
Quote from: kmymbir on February 21, 2012, 02:46:31 AM
Let me call Mel tomorrow and get back to you. As of now I am alright with the date, but I want to be positive, I AM EXCITED!!!
We will probably need to purchase the rooms ahead of time, to make sure we don't lose them, how will this work?
Will it all go on one credit card?
Will we need to seperate into groups and make confrence calls to decide?
Or will we need to ship a money order to someone?
And I don't know- Let me check on the motel and other things, then determine what path we'll take. If we get the cabins, it might be best for someone to reserve one, then collect m.o. or cash from others.....we'll see. And I figured most of you would want to be back home sunday, so I was thinking Friday and Saturday.....either thursday night coming in or Friday morning. It's up to you guys. What ever works best for the majority. :thumbsup2:
We could pitch tents in Roscoe's yard if the motel is full. Hehehe.
Seriously, I can't commit at this point with dina moving to Abu Dhabi and either Chel or I will have to go with her. I wish I had a firm date for that but don't ATM.
I seriously still don't know. We need a price estimate. It's gonna be hard for me either way cause there isn't any money and I don't have a vehicle at all of my own. But with a set date and a estimate of cost, maybe I can have an idea somehow.
And I'm still pushing for late summer...like september or thereabouts. Lol
I'm out. No car and that's a LONG way to walk or bike. I can get to Michigan quicker that across the state of Tennessee.
From where you are, maybe hitch a ride with the taco and clown?
Quote from: The Purple Fuzzy on February 21, 2012, 02:18:58 PM
We could pitch tents in Roscoe's yard if the motel is full. Hehehe.
Seriously, I can't commit at this point with dina moving to Abu Dhabi and either Chel or I will have to go with her. I wish I had a firm date for that but don't ATM.
I vote for you to go.
Stay as long as you want. :hypocrite:
I'm in!
John :waving:
ALRIGHT!!
Schedule the meetup, and I will be there. Especially if I have a month or more to get it on the schedule.
Is May 18th the date then?
I should warn you all. This is me before coffee.
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Oh yeah, I almost forgot... I will need to know exactly how many people will be attending, about a week in advance, for reasons I cannot at this time divulge.
You need to know how much strychnine to put in the Kool Aid?
We're pentecostal. You're thinking of a different church. :-\
If I can attend I will definitely bring my own beverages :cool:
may sounds wonderful for me.
i'm taking a weekend off in april for a trip to SC and another weekend off in June to attend my cousins wedding in Maryland. so i'm not sure i can even get the time off much less the car situation.
Okay so it's still a good two months out. Better plan early than plans colliding. What do we have planned for this? I don't want to cancel someone else's fun or have mine canceled just for lack of communication.
For one thing, someone asked me to bring my music stuff. So anyone who is musically inclined, there will be a demonstration of virtual instruments through a computer + keyboard. Also, if someone will bring a guitar, I can demonstrate guitar FX with a real guitar piped through a computer. MUCH cheaper than buying FX boxes. This show can be held at any point though.
And for breakfast Saturday don't anyone bring anything. We're already plotting that meal.
If anyone wants to know about any program to do anything with your computer, I seem to have a knack for finding freeware programs. Just let me know. If there's an AT&T cell phone signal I can even get online there and download it.
Also, is this going to be Friday and Saturday? Given transit time from here to where I'm picking someone up, then to there, I should be on site somewhere around 4pm Friday... earlier if I can count on some caffeine after the trip. I'll have to leave about 4pm Saturday if I'm going to be awake enough to drive the church bus Sunday morning.
And if anyone wants to get online and check email or something, be sure to bring your laptop. I'll bring the internet connection. :D
I plan on being there, but my wife probably won't be :sadbounce:
John :waving:
I'm confused, or slow, or both.
Is the date solid? & if so, who is all going? I'm not going just to meet a weird cat. :)
I'm a wierd cat, Lady Melodya?
John :waving:
Quote from: MellowYellow on March 16, 2012, 04:28:24 AM
I'm confused, or slow, or both.
Is the date solid? & if so, who is all going? I'm not going just to meet a weird cat. :)
Uh... thanks. :sadbounce:
Oh Isaac, you wouldn't make the trip if it was just me either. :roll: It seems like lots want to go, and it looks like it'll work, we just need to solidify it?
I'd like to make reservations before it gets full since Roscoe said we need to reserve well ahead. I can be spontaneous for everything else but the date.. lol Sorry if I'm being a stinker about it. I REALLY wanna meet ya all. Yes, you too Isaac.
Okay.... Lou and I went browsing to the mountain today, to the musuem and then around the park area, since it was 80 and beautiful today.
We went by the old motel to inquire of it. The prices are $77 a night for a double, $66 a night for a single, and they do have vacancys that week. I think I may can talk them down, if enough are interested. Here's the deal though- this will definatly not be confused with the Ritz. They are in the process of repainting the rooms and ceilings and putting new carpet down now, and assure me it will be done within the next week or so. Think more like college dorm room decor- beige painted block walls, brownish beige carpet, a small table, a small dorm style refridgerator. That's about it. Bathroom consists of a standup shower, sink and toilet.
The plus side is, they have volleyball nets, are located back off of the road and are close to the park, where we'd spend most of our time. Otherwise, I'd probably not be interested in staying there. While clean and receiving renonavations, it's still kinda shabby. I wish I could buy it and remodel it. It's a gem in the rough. Phone number is (501)727-5636, name is Cedar Falls Motel.
I would recommend the Tanyard springs cabins- You can find them online, and while they are more pricey, they are nice. Unfortunantly, the office was closed today and I could not find out if they have vacancys that evening. They would doubtless be a much nicer alternative. There is also another new cabin or two on the mountain that I'm trying to get info on now.
I've heard conflicting stories on the newly remodeled Mather Lodge- It's supposed to be the gem of the mountain when completed, but some say it'll be open beggining the first of May, some says it'll be July.
Worse case scenario, would put us staying at motels 30 miles or so away, and meeting up at a camp site to cook, clown and "base" out of. If I knew for sure that more than one or two would show, I'd try to reserve one of the cabins and let whoever wanted to stay, just chip in when they arrive....
If the weather is anything like it was today- bring comfortable shoes, there will be some walking trails, I'm sure. It was beautiful- and busy today. So, who's in?
Roscoe and Lou (Chey, of course)
Newsman ( stated it would be good for him, I believe)
Mini and fam?
Isaac and Grandma
Meller Yeller, family (with special brownies :freaky2:)
Mel?
Kymber?
Sunlight?
Heather?
P.f, Bro Clarence sans wooden hammer---PLEASE come?
Taco and CLown????
Anyone I missed?
Seth and his Flying Pig really should come.
So- is it gonna happen??? Lou's putting in for vacation those days, and I am off....
I'll be there. Friday, May 18th and Saturday, May 19th, yes? Transit time according to Maquest (with a very small detour through Tupelo to pick someone up) comes out to about 8 hours.
Is there a limit on how many can stay in a cabin? Because I have an air mattress, and the things aren't very expensive - I could get more. Split four or five ways, a cabin wouldn't be much at all.
We may have a bit of a problem. Although two months out, every cabin I've checked is already rented! :o Next point- if so, do we want to postpone the trip until September-ish and reserve one early?
Or rent Motel rooms in Conway (25 minutes) or Morrilton (15 minutes) and just meet up at the park to explore and have fun? If we do this, I can drag out a grille or two to my house and we can have the Friday night feast, ect there, play a little volleyball/ horseshoes, ect. and enjoy the company until late in the evening.
Lou and I would be delighted to have ya'll out...we live about 12 miles north of Morrilton, so it's not that far to the State Park.
Then Saturday, we could meet up on Petit Jean- I'll get us a campsite to base out of- and those of us that wish can hike trails, ect. We'll have plenty of cameras, ect, along and breakfast will be provided on Saturday, I think.... Maybe even grill some burgers or get Bro. Papa to smoke us a largepork butt and provide sauce....
What say y'all??
There would also be hotels in Russellville which is not that far away either...
... The whole renting motel rooms would probably be the most economical, as well...
September? NOOOOO!!!
Ahem... I mean uh, yeah, hotel it is.
So we're looking at what, four rooms? Two for guys and two for girls?
ALL the cabins? wow. :sadbounce:
Wait. I just called Tanyard, and they said they have 4 cabins left for the 18th & 19th. All four cabins have 2 beds each in them.... They are $175/ night. A cabin split 4 ways is going to be like $45 each, guessing the tax.
I will be there Friday and I have a cot or air mattress I can use Friday night, I'll also be there Saturday, but I'll be leaving that evening. So anyone willing to put me up for one night just let me know what ill owe you..
How much for me to pitch a tent?!
Tanyard? Wassat? And do they specify how many people can stay, or is it however many you want to cram in for that much a night?
And are they big enough that we could have only two cabins, one for the guys and one for the ladies?
Sorry, my plotting mode is apparently in overdrive.
Quote from: MellowYellow on March 18, 2012, 07:01:40 PM
ALL the cabins? wow. :sadbounce:
Wait. I just called Tanyard, and they said they have 4 cabins left for the 18th & 19th. All four cabins have 2 beds each in them.... They are $175/ night. A cabin split 4 ways is going to be like $45 each, guessing the tax.
I think they have a two night minimum though don't they?
So, how much for a space to pitch a tent for one night?
We will be staying Fri & Sat. We'll either head home Sunday morning or go to church at Roscoe's. If that's ok?
Quote from: MellowYellow on March 18, 2012, 08:17:30 PM
We will be staying Fri & Sat. We'll either head home Sunday morning or go to church at Roscoe's. If that's ok?
That would be great---- but we have one service on Sunday, at 5 pm, so you might not be intending on staying that late....
And kimber, if you're talking about a campsite to pitch a tent- I'll try to find out this week. Shouldn't be much though.
Not much is what I'm counting on lol.
I plan on being there Fri and Sat.
:waving:
Well if it is in May we will not be able to make for sure. Finances and a busy schedule both work against us making it anytime in the next few months.
NOOOOOOO!
Well shoot, at least some of the cool people will be there. I was hoping for the full set though. Been wanting to meet y'all.
Quote from: Psalm_97 on March 20, 2012, 03:30:08 PM
NOOOOOOO!
Well shoot, at least some of the cool people will be there. I was hoping for the full set though. Been wanting to meet y'all.
We have a big Youth event the following week we will be preparing for. Next time you head to east TN let me know so we can try and work something out!!
Quote from: taco_harvell on March 21, 2012, 02:35:00 AM
Quote from: Psalm_97 on March 20, 2012, 03:30:08 PM
NOOOOOOO!
Well shoot, at least some of the cool people will be there. I was hoping for the full set though. Been wanting to meet y'all.
We have a big Youth event the following week we will be preparing for. Next time you head to east TN let me know so we can try and work something out!!
this! plus i know if Jason and Elona are there you won't kidnap anyone or be a general creepster :cool:
I now have the 18th off... :grin:
Can someone please answer exactly what weekend we are talking about FOR SURE?
May 18 and 19, Mel... :thumbsup2:
I told her that, she does not listen to me, I may have to leave her Here..
Kidding, I love you Mel, in my own ginger way.
Uh huh.
Well whatever. Haha.
Soooo. Next question. Has anyone decided on WHERE we will stay? Who is making the first decision? Cause I expect that if someone says "I'm staying in such and such hotel" then everyone will all make plans to stay there and if some one says they are gonna get a cabin, then everyone will get cabins right? So that we are not split? Some in hotel and some in cabins?
Is anyone ready to decide what we are gonna do? Cause I'm itching to make the plans and get this thing started! (but alas, I'm not gonna make the decision!) :hypocrite:
Roscoe? What do you say? And here :great: that's for your salute to me earlier. ;)
Roscoe is the Jonny-on-the-spot. I'll go with whatever he says and pay my share of whatever room/cabin/whatever we get.
I *think* Mellow Yellow has procured a cabin for her family. They are kinda spendy- two night stay required on weekends, and we need to get one quickly if we are going too. The website is tanyardsprings.com
Mellow Yellow, could you chime in and tell us if you have reserved one for your family? Kinda give us an idea of where to go next. I live close enough, I'll probably spend the nights in my own comfy bed- leave when everyone crashes, and be back early in the morning to eat breakfast. :P
I'll just stay at Roscoe's house. :great:
:thumbsup2: I think I've still got that little Dog house shaped like an igloo..... :P
Quote from: Roscoe on March 25, 2012, 11:42:37 AMMellow Yellow, could you chime in and tell us if you have reserved one for your family? Kinda give us an idea of where to go next. I live close enough, I'll probably spend the nights in my own comfy bed- leave when everyone crashes, and be back early in the morning to eat breakfast. :P
Here is my delima. I am ready to reserve a cabin or hotel room, whichever. What I don't want to do is reserve one of those and then everyone else stay 30 miles away. Wherever the majority is, is the fun and late night shenanigans. So I am waiting for one of the natural leaders of this adventure to make a decision. If the Porters get a cabin, I will call right NOW and reserve one too. If YOU GUYS decide that it's going to be a girls vs. boys cabin or motel rooms, I'm also ready to reserve a room under my name to get the ball rolling.
While a Harvey vacation would be lovely, we're coming to meet all you awesome people so I wanna be where the action is. So Jeremy, Sandra or Chel need to solidify where they are going to stay and the rest will follow suit.
It sounded like Morrilton is the closest motel to Roscoe and the Park? If so, I would think that leaning toward a hotel room there, close to Roscoe's for his Friday night suggestion, and meet at the Park early and spend all day Saturday there, also like he suggested, sounds the most logical for the group. ????
Natural Leader?!?! We have one of those?!?! :laughhard:
I talked with Bro Papa- as we get closer, we'll try to get a count of how many we will have. He said that Friday night, after he closes the BBQ stand down, We'll have a big eatin's. We're thinking maybe a rack or two of ribs, some smoked pork, mayhap a few smoked chickens, stuff like that.... :fork:
The cabins are awesome, but as mentioned, I think they are kinda proud of them pricewise, and I know some of our peoples are gonna need to do this on the cheap. I expect that we'll wind up spending a large portion of Friday night pigging out and visiting... Morrilton is the closest, and has three hotels, with a nice new one expected to open soon- whether it'll be before May or not, I know not. Next closest would be Conway or Russellville, which as the Porters can attest, isn't really that far away.
I don't know. I guess y'all could all bring tents- I've got better than an acre here and you are welcome to sleep on the ground. I, however, shall enjoy my Serta Memory Foam. :hypocrite:
Well, I want to come but no tent for me. ;) Not sure hubby is going to go, so if I come it will be with Chel.
Quote from: The Purple Fuzzy on March 26, 2012, 02:09:07 AM
Well, I want to come but no tent for me. ;) Not sure hubby is going to go, so if I come it will be with Chel.
:clap: That Mama Fuzzy is coming. :cry: That Bro Clarence might not.
Roscoe, I may have missed it and just dont feel like digging through all the pages, but where are the other places to stay there? And did someone have prices?
Well, I think we can mark off Cedar Falls Motel- I posted a few ago that they were remodeling it, but it was still kinda shabby. The guy I talked to about the prices there was found dead of an apparent heroin overdose this weekend, so I'd mark that one off the list. :biglaugh: Thinking out loud here....
Tanyard Springs cabins- around $175 a night with a two night stay required, They will house six or more people, so if someone wanted to do that the cost could be split between several and not be so bad.
The Park's cabins are sold out.
Mather Lodge MAY be done in time for the meet, but probably not. I think they're shooting for Car Show week opening.
There are the primative campgrounds if someone likes to rough it in a tent.
Otherwise, the motels in Conway, Morrilton, and Russellville would be the only options. Morrilton has three motels- Super 8, Days' Inn, and Scottish Inn- with a nice new hotel being built now. I don't know the projected opening date of it, though. :cry:
And of course there is the option of my yard. I'll even mow it thursday, just for you. :laughhard:
Gimme an outlet to plug in and blow up my air mattress and I'll be fine wherever you stick me.
Tanyard Springs... Two night's stay required is too bad. For $175 a night that would come out to less than $30 per person per night, but almost nobody will be around to use that second night.
I vote for Day's Inn, get four rooms across the hall from each other, and prop the doors open at all times unless someone is getting dressed. And be nice and move if some stranger that's not in our group wants to get through the suddenly commandeered hall. ;)
Of course if we really want to do this right... we could do Thursday and Friday night. :D
Just a thought, but one that should be thought of somewhere around this early so we can scheme... er, plan.
And Roscoe, good doghouse comeback. I couldn't guess what you were going to reply on that one, but I couldn't wait to find out. I haven't even met you yet and you already remind me a lot of my uncle Fred. :biglaugh: :cool:
I'm with Isaac on the day's inn.. I think it would be fun to bounce between the rooms, and if they make a fuss about the hall we can move outside to the pool or park, there is also the ability to party in Roscoe's backyard late into the night then have designated drivers to get us back to the rooms!
Why Days Inn? And if someone else likes that idea too, I'll reserve a room immediately.
Because all the days I've spent in Day's they were clean and not too bad.
well... what about the nights? (http://gfxlovers.com/smilies/imgs/girly/girly004.gif)
Quote from: kmymbir on March 26, 2012, 05:54:25 PM
I'm with Isaac on the day's inn.. I think it would be fun to bounce between the rooms, and if they make a fuss about the hall we can move outside to the pool or park, there is also the ability to party in Roscoe's backyard late into the night then have designated drivers to get us back to the rooms!
Party?!?! :o "designated drivers?!?! :o
You planning on some serious communion, not just fellowship, aren't you? :laughhard:
* Note to self- spend the next several weeks cleaning the yard and house, procure meat for Friday night dinner, get Rusty fixed so I'll have something "fittin'" to drive....sheesh. Ya'll are wearing me out. :P
:lurk:
hehe...
A thought/suggestiom: which town is Bro. Papa's BBQ at, and how far ias it from Petit-Jean? If we are going to stuff our faces with fine food that Friday evening, it might be cool if we were staying in that town for our night(s).
Also, I like Isaac's thought of starting Thursday evening, that way you people have more time to be harassed by the media!
John :waving:
Quote from: Newsman on March 26, 2012, 06:45:27 PM
A thought/suggestiom: which town is Bro. Papa's BBQ at, and how far ias it from Petit-Jean? If we are going to stuff our faces with fine food that Friday evening, it might be cool if we were staying in that town for our night(s).
Also, I like Isaac's thought of starting Thursday evening, that way you people have more time to be harassed by the media!
John :waving:
Come on in Thursday, John. Bro Papa's is in Oppelo, a little town of around 800 or so. If you sleep there, it'll either be in the city park ( where I'll get the call to make you move on, as I am now working part time for that town :freaky2: ) or at someone's house, as there is no motel.
Truthfully- I had thought, if we wind up doing the motel thing, taking the BBQ fixin's out to my house and having the actual dinner there... Thoughts?
Your house sounds good. There is a privacy & safety about someone's home. Less likely to disturb others, leaving a bad witness. Kids will have more room to roam about too rather than a hotel room. Chey can give the kids a tour guide & house rules speech. :)
All good ideas so far, especially Bro. Papa's barbecue idea.
So if we're hanging at the city park, does that negate Petit Jean? Or are we going to make that a day trip on Friday?
Here's what I think would be great - Arrive Thursday, hang out locally. Friday, spend most of the day at Petit Jean. Return to "locally" for the night. Saturday hang out locally (and get some of Bro. Papa's barbecue to go) until we have to tear ourselves away and get home in time for a couple hours sleep before church Sunday.
I am talking to Mel at this very moment and we agree with Isaac, we are all for coming in on Thursday, we have everything arranged on our end so we will be there for sure.
We also think that the schedule that was just mentioned in the above post from Isaac will be perfect!!
Oh... at first I read that as "We are coming Thursday." I was about to ask what if everyone else can't make it, what will you do there for a whole day?
I was just verifying for a certain friend here, that if they want to adjust the schedule, I am readily available.
Woohoo! Party in Roscoe-patrolled park! Civil disobedience in action! :bigcheese: Chey will bring me cotton candy in jail, if you throw me in the hoosecow, right?
BBQ at your place sounds great Friday evening.
I need to go back and re-read some stuff, but wherever y'all want to base out of would be ok. I'm normally not picky on motels preferring clean cold and cheap :) but I will yield to the majority will in this.
John :waving:
Quote from: Roscoe on March 26, 2012, 07:18:45 PM
Quote from: Newsman on March 26, 2012, 06:45:27 PM
A thought/suggestiom: which town is Bro. Papa's BBQ at, and how far ias it from Petit-Jean? If we are going to stuff our faces with fine food that Friday evening, it might be cool if we were staying in that town for our night(s).
Also, I like Isaac's thought of starting Thursday evening, that way you people have more time to be harassed by the media!
John :waving:
Come on in Thursday, John. Bro Papa's is in Oppelo, a little town of around 800 or so. If you sleep there, it'll either be in the city park ( where I'll get the call to make you move on, as I am now working part time for that town :freaky2: ) or at someone's house, as there is no motel.
Truthfully- I had thought, if we wind up doing the motel thing, taking the BBQ fixin's out to my house and having the actual dinner there... Thoughts?
Only thing about the Thursday arrival- y'all might have to do without me for a bit that day. I'm not sure I can get off of work. :cry: Otherwise, I'm all for it, and Isaac's schedule does look good.
Quote from: Newsman on March 27, 2012, 06:39:02 AM
Woohoo! Party in Roscoe-patrolled park! Civil disobedience in action! :bigcheese: Chey will bring me cotton candy in jail, if you throw me in the hoosecow, right?
BBQ at your place sounds great Friday evening.
I need to go back and re-read some stuff, but wherever y'all want to base out of would be ok. I'm normally not picky on motels preferring clean cold and cheap :) but I will yield to the majority will in this.
John :waving:
Quote from: Roscoe on March 26, 2012, 07:18:45 PM
Quote from: Newsman on March 26, 2012, 06:45:27 PM
A thought/suggestiom: which town is Bro. Papa's BBQ at, and how far ias it from Petit-Jean? If we are going to stuff our faces with fine food that Friday evening, it might be cool if we were staying in that town for our night(s).
Also, I like Isaac's thought of starting Thursday evening, that way you people have more time to be harassed by the media!
John :waving:
Come on in Thursday, John. Bro Papa's is in Oppelo, a little town of around 800 or so. If you sleep there, it'll either be in the city park ( where I'll get the call to make you move on, as I am now working part time for that town :freaky2: ) or at someone's house, as there is no motel.
Truthfully- I had thought, if we wind up doing the motel thing, taking the BBQ fixin's out to my house and having the actual dinner there... Thoughts?
And Sir John- you can't have that much sugar, no matter how Chey might like to lead you astray. :P
Quote from: Psalm_97 on March 27, 2012, 05:24:56 AM
Oh... at first I read that as "We are coming Thursday." I was about to ask what if everyone else can't make it, what will you do there for a whole day?
For what it's worth, Isaac, there are numerous flea markets in Morilton, and Conway, which is about 17 miles away , has multiple shopping opportunities for the ladies, should they so choose.
I really like the Days Inn/Raid Roscoes house...
Ok...
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QuoteEasy Access to I-40 and Offering Free Continental Breakfast.
Days Inn Morrilton hotel near Petit Jean State Park is the perfect central Arkansas vacation spot. Located within easy reach of five state parks, our pet-friendly hotel is close to Interstate 40 and offers convenient access to forests, fishing, restaurants and other popular local destinations. Our front desk staff is available around the clock to help you get acquainted with the area.
Let us cater to you with our free Daybreak continental breakfast and free newspaper. Spend some time lounging on our sundeck or cooling off in our seasonal outdoor pool. With free Wi-Fi Internet access, you can keep in touch with home and the office. Our hotel in Morrilton has non-smoking and handicapped-accessible rooms.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Petit Jean State Park, the first state park in Arkansas, is a 30-minute drive from our Morrilton hotel. Enjoy a pleasant nature walk on the Bear Cave trail or test your hiking skills on the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Boy Scout trail.
Try your hand at trout fishing or take in the views as you float leisurely across Lake Bailey in a flat-bottomed boat. If you really want to get your engine revving, cruise on over to the Museum of Automobiles, located only 30 minutes from our Morrilton hotel. Get in a round of golf at the Morrilton Country Club, less than two miles away.
DINING OPTIONS
Enjoy a delicious, homestyle breakfast near our Morrilton hotel at Mom and Pop's Waffles, or visit the Morrilton Drive-In restaurant and enjoy a barbecued catfish burger without leaving your car. If you are in the mood for a real local treat, a visit to Yesterday's Restaurant and Bar is a must.
From Days in to Roscoes house: http://g.co/maps/6y943
From the website, checking in Thursday, May 17 and checking out Saturday, May 19:
Avg Nightly Rate 75.00 USD
2 Nights(1 Room) 150.00 USD
Tax 16.13 USD
Total Cost* 166.13 USD
All right- so this is what I'm getting from y'all....
Thursday, May 17 Arrival of GP'rs, check in at Days Inn in Morrilton. Those arriving early, browse the area.
Dinner- As yet undecided
Friday, May 18 Meet up at motel, find place to raid for Breakfast
Caravan to Petit Jean for trail walks, scenic views, ect. I will attempt to reserve a campsite to base out of.
Lunch- light lunch, maybe sandwiches with locally produced Petit Jean Meats, absolutly the BEST lunchmeat in existance
Evening- dinner at Roscoe's. I'll probably have to desert you folks a bit early to make preparations.
Tentative menu- Bro Papa's BBQ Pork ( fixings to make the famous BBQ Frito Pie- coleslaw, shredded cheese, fritos, ect.), potato salad, Maybe a smoked chicken or two for those that don't care for pork, BBQ beans, a roll, and maybe a cheesecake or two for dessert. Dr. Pepper, Sweet Tea, ect. for drinks.
*If this is not agreeable to some because of health concerns, diet, ect, or you wish to bring something- Special brownies, for instance :laughhard: - please pm or post here.
Spend the rest of Friday evening lazing around at my place, fellowshipping, playing horseshoes- or if you'd like I'll try to rustle up a volleyball net-
Possible rides in the world famous Rusty if I can get him repaired in time.
Saturday, May 19
Breakfast- To Be Announced.
Fellowship more
Petit Jean again if desired,
Possible cruise to Conway for the ladies- Lou knows where every thrift store in the area is-
Departure time for any that I cannot convince to move here and stay for the fun and fellowship.
At any point these may change. I usually am not a planner, preferring to do what comes to mind when it does. :laughhard:
Any and all GPer's that do not show up for said meet WILL doubtless be called and tormented, via phone, text, internet, ect mercilessly until we guilt them into showing up for the next meet up. :thumbsup2:
And at some point, I'll start a list with definate attendees, so those of us that are getting food ect ready will have an idea of how great an army we're feeding.
You can put me and chelleebelle as two that will be attending...along with our two chitlins....
Also, I think we need to work more on a definite list of people attending before we make final meal plans...if we have 20 folks showing up, but food only for 10 we might have a problem. Cause I AINT gonna share my BBQ frito pie...
Quote from: minnesota68 on March 27, 2012, 03:30:55 PM
Also, I think we need to work more on a definite list of people attending before we make final meal plans...if we have 20 folks showing up, but food only for 10 we might have a problem. Cause I AINT gonna share my BBQ frito pie...
Started an attendee thread.
There'll be food for everybody, cause I ain't sharing either.....
Roscoe, two thoughts:
1. What do you MEAN Saturday breakfast to be announced?! We already had that planned! :pound:
2. Thrift stores and flea markets, I'm already there. Have your wife make out a categorical list. They are the beat-all best places to get some good christian music. My MO is to buy all the christian music they have, because at those prices if you only find one album you like out of every ten you still come out ahead.
Planned on pm ing you in a bit. Wanted to ensure we were still doing that, didn't want to throw you out there without your permission... :thumbsup2:
Another thing...we are driving 3 hours or so, so we need to plan accordingly for food. And preparing food for friday night. We will chip in, but anything we prepare will have to be prepared locally.
Get a big stew pot and I'll whoop up a batch of chili. That will be made Thursday, but will be eaten Friday, because chili is of course always better the second day. All the folks at church liked it, so you'll probably like it too.
Quote from: Psalm_97 on March 27, 2012, 06:04:01 PM
Get a big stew pot and I'll whoop up a batch of chili. That will be made Thursday, but will be eaten Friday, because chili is of course always better the second day. All the folks at church liked it, so you'll probably like it too.
I believe we've got menu for Friday planned...as well as menu for Saturday breakfast, right?
Quote from: minnesota68 on March 27, 2012, 04:52:37 PM
Another thing...we are driving 3 hours or so, so we need to plan accordingly for food. And preparing food for friday night. We will chip in, but anything we prepare will have to be prepared locally.
I figured that. And at the risk of jinxing myself- I have a cookstove....lol
I have a room at Day's Inn. Check. They charge 2 more extra dollars for one of my kids to be over 13... LOL
I missed what Saturday breakfast is about?
And I certainly can bring my awesome special brownies. You'll never want a regular brownie again.
I also planned on bringing some other stuff, but I think I missed some of the planning so maybe I should just contribute $.. ???
Saturday morning's breakfast will be sourdough french toast with maple syrup. I'll even try to find some gluten free bread for the GF people.
That's a nice gesture, Isaac. GF bread is usually not that great tho, so don't worry about it.
MY, I think anything you want to bring will be appreciated and eaten. ;)
I just wish dina would be able to meet you.
I wish that too. :(
I was thinking of things that can travel. A box of sweet corn maybe a pie or two, brownies, a couple of gallons of lemonade mixings, zucchini/squash, & some general stuff like a bag of onions, sweet potatoes, a bottle of oil, & some tableware?
I have a 5 gal drink cooler thing too that i'll bring if you think we'll drink that much of any one thing.
Please let me know if that stuff would contribute or if I should get or contribute to something else. Roscoe, I know meat is expensive, even on sale. Plus all the hosting you & your wife are volunteering to do.
She's supposed to leave in a couple of weeks, wanna make a quick trip to TX? ;)
Oh well, I just looked and it's about a 10 hr drive, so not a short trip. Halfway looks to be about Ft. Smith, AR. :smirk:
Quote from: Psalm_97 on March 27, 2012, 08:13:56 PM
Saturday morning's breakfast will be sourdough french toast with maple syrup. I'll even try to find some gluten free bread for the GF people.
Isaac- you think fried baloney could fit in with the french toast?
Quote from: MellowYellow on March 27, 2012, 09:29:40 PM
I wish that too. :(
I was thinking of things that can travel. A box of sweet corn maybe a pie or two, brownies, a couple of gallons of lemonade mixings, zucchini/squash, & some general stuff like a bag of onions, sweet potatoes, a bottle of oil, & some tableware?
I have a 5 gal drink cooler thing too that i'll bring if you think we'll drink that much of any one thing.
Please let me know if that stuff would contribute or if I should get or contribute to something else. Roscoe, I know meat is expensive, even on sale. Plus all the hosting you & your wife are volunteering to do.
If anyone wants to bring stuff.... feel free. Stuff like paper plate and plasticware, disposable cups,paper towels, ect would also be very appreciated. Ya'll just bring whatever you want. If we all get here and we're missing something, we have at least 4 Walmart stores in a 30 mile radius.. I'm sure we can find what we need. :laughhard:
Desserts, ect- it'll all be good. Also- what drinks would folks prefer? Store brand, namebrand? Diet? Tea? Coffee?...I'm guessing we'll have thirty or so here, counting the families. Gonna be grand!
As far as the hosting- we're gonna have a ball showing you guys the area, and especially meeting you folks! Gonna be so good to meet y'all in real life.
Quote from: The Purple Fuzzy on March 27, 2012, 09:31:05 PM
She's supposed to leave in a couple of weeks, wanna make a quick trip to TX? ;)
Again, I wish. Where are they going again? I try and keep up with my friend in Turkeyland.
Quote from: Roscoe on March 27, 2012, 10:30:52 PMAlso- what drinks would folks prefer? Store brand, namebrand? Diet? Tea? Coffee?...I'm guessing we'll have thirty or so here, counting the families. Gonna be grand!
If you want some Guatemalen/Honduran coffee, my friend just brought me back a ton and I'm the only one around here that drinks coffee, I can bring some.
I also had an idea of something fun to do and told Mel about it today. Perhaps she can pass it on and see if you guys like the idea.
Quote from: MellowYellow on March 27, 2012, 10:57:29 PM
Quote from: The Purple Fuzzy on March 27, 2012, 09:31:05 PM
She's supposed to leave in a couple of weeks, wanna make a quick trip to TX? ;)
Again, I wish. Where are they going again? I try and keep up with my friend in Turkeyland.
They are moving to Abu Dhabi. Ben is already there.
Quote from: Roscoe on March 27, 2012, 10:30:52 PM
Quote from: Psalm_97 on March 27, 2012, 08:13:56 PM
Saturday morning's breakfast will be sourdough french toast with maple syrup. I'll even try to find some gluten free bread for the GF people.
Isaac- you think fried baloney could fit in with the french toast?Quote from: MellowYellow on March 27, 2012, 09:29:40 PM
I wish that too. :(
I was thinking of things that can travel. A box of sweet corn maybe a pie or two, brownies, a couple of gallons of lemonade mixings, zucchini/squash, & some general stuff like a bag of onions, sweet potatoes, a bottle of oil, & some tableware?
I have a 5 gal drink cooler thing too that i'll bring if you think we'll drink that much of any one thing.
Please let me know if that stuff would contribute or if I should get or contribute to something else. Roscoe, I know meat is expensive, even on sale. Plus all the hosting you & your wife are volunteering to do.
If anyone wants to bring stuff.... feel free. Stuff like paper plate and plasticware, disposable cups,paper towels, ect would also be very appreciated. Ya'll just bring whatever you want. If we all get here and we're missing something, we have at least 4 Walmart stores in a 30 mile radius.. I'm sure we can find what we need. :laughhard:
Desserts, ect- it'll all be good. Also- what drinks would folks prefer? Store brand, namebrand? Diet? Tea? Coffee?...I'm guessing we'll have thirty or so here, counting the families. Gonna be grand!
As far as the hosting- we're gonna have a ball showing you guys the area, and especially meeting you folks! Gonna be so good to meet y'all in real life.
Fried baloney, bacon and/or sausage.
As we have an auction house that is more like a salvage grocery here, I can corner the market on plates, cups, forks, spoons, etc. I will take care of all the disposable dinnerware. How many hundred do you want?
I do not drink soda products, so water or tea (sweet or un-sweet) will be great for me, I will bring my own water.
I will probably end up donating money for the food cause, because I'll not have room to bring a lot of stuff, Mel seems to be filling up our ride pretty quick.. Good thing I'm a light packer...
Uh... I only have a minivan, not a U-Haul, and it'll have my keyboard and luggage already (behind the back seat.) Careful on that filling up. Mel might wind up riding with a suitcase on her lap and one under her feet.
And for beverages, I drink water almost exclusively. Once in a great while some fruit juices.
Speaking of which, how is the water supply down there Roscoe? Should I pack my Brita pitcher?
Quote from: Psalm_97 on March 28, 2012, 05:11:17 AM
And for beverages, I drink water almost exclusively. Once in a great while some fruit juices.
Speaking of which, how is the water supply down there Roscoe? Should I pack my Brita pitcher?
Typical city/county water. For drinking, we usually tend to drink bottled water. That said, I've drank tap water and had no problems with it, and make tea, ect with it..
I'm debating putting all my money toward fixing the suv so I have a vehicle to get there. Let me work on somethings first and see what's happening. If need be I can sleep in the car :)
Add me to that water/milk/juice only drinker list! :grin: and how about over in that attendee list we also add what you are bringing so we can see where the holes are?
and it's just a request... but will one of y ou guys consider a chocolate cheesecake? :hyper:
Quote from: HeatherB on March 28, 2012, 12:21:53 PM
I'm debating putting all my money toward fixing the suv so I have a vehicle to get there. Let me work on somethings first and see what's happening. If need be I can sleep in the car :)
If'n you can get here, Ms. Heather, I believe we can find a place for you to crash. My wife would put ME on the couch if nothing else. :laughhard:
Quote from: Roscoe on March 28, 2012, 11:08:16 PM
Quote from: HeatherB on March 28, 2012, 12:21:53 PM
I'm debating putting all my money toward fixing the suv so I have a vehicle to get there. Let me work on somethings first and see what's happening. If need be I can sleep in the car :)
If'n you can get here, Ms. Heather, I believe we can find a place for you to crash. My wife would put ME on the couch if nothing else. :laughhard:
Dat wuld b a short-n wide couch... :ugly:
Quote from: minnesota68 on March 28, 2012, 11:11:40 PM
Quote from: Roscoe on March 28, 2012, 11:08:16 PM
Quote from: HeatherB on March 28, 2012, 12:21:53 PM
I'm debating putting all my money toward fixing the suv so I have a vehicle to get there. Let me work on somethings first and see what's happening. If need be I can sleep in the car :)
If'n you can get here, Ms. Heather, I believe we can find a place for you to crash. My wife would put ME on the couch if nothing else. :laughhard:
Dat wuld b a short-n wide couch... :ugly:
:pound: :pound: Just cause you can't fit into a regular length bed.... :hypocrite:
Quote from: sunlight on March 28, 2012, 09:00:26 PM
and it's just a request... but will one of y ou guys consider a chocolate cheesecake? :hyper:
Did you mean would we consider BRINGING one, or would we EAT one if you brought it? With this group you simply must specify.
I was thinking about bringing one, but I'm fairly certain it would not survive the trip intact. Looks like my van is going to be full, no place to put a cheesecake and make sure it stays level.
If someone will let me borrow a kitchen though... I could bring my springform pan and make one on site.
Yeah. It's bad for my diabetes, but I might consider eating a chocolate cheesecake! :thumbsup2:
John :waving:
A chocolate cheesecake or a slice of said cheesecake? The way you phrased it... yeah, it might be VERY bad for your diabetes. :P
Quote from: Psalm_97 on March 29, 2012, 05:13:36 AM
Quote from: sunlight on March 28, 2012, 09:00:26 PM
and it's just a request... but will one of y ou guys consider a chocolate cheesecake? :hyper:
Did you mean would we consider BRINGING one, or would we EAT one if you brought it? With this group you simply must specify.
I was thinking about bringing one, but I'm fairly certain it would not survive the trip intact. Looks like my van is going to be full, no place to put a cheesecake and make sure it stays level.
If someone will let me borrow a kitchen though... I could bring my springform pan and make one on site.
Chocolate?!?! Cheesecake?!?! Kitchen loaned.....
if I get first tasting rights... :fork:
The cook always gets first tasting rights. Back off. :P
Do make sure you have some dental floss on hand. It's the best way to cut a cheesecake.
Quote from: Psalm_97 on March 29, 2012, 03:32:50 PM
The cook always gets first tasting rights. Back off. :P
And yes, I already know that line is SO going to haunt me when you're in the kitchen cooking.
Quote from: MellowYellow on March 27, 2012, 11:01:17 PM
I also had an idea of something fun to do and told Mel about it today. Perhaps she can pass it on and see if you guys like the idea.
I must have had a brain freeze cause I do not remember this? Refresh my memory?
Quote from: kmymbir on March 28, 2012, 03:42:45 AM
I will probably end up donating money for the food cause, because I'll not have room to bring a lot of stuff, Mel seems to be filling up our ride pretty quick.. Good thing I'm a light packer...
Um? What? What am I filling our ride with? I don't recall telling you that I was going to bring anything but what I need, and the dessert of course. So please explain.
I gotta say that I am getting more and more excited as the time gets nearer! I am READY to take a road trip and I NEEEED this. No better way to escape than to head to a place where I can be myself and with fellow GPers. GP is my online escape place, and to be with the members at a meetup, it's an experience like no other and I CAN'T WAIT!
Quote from: sunlight on March 28, 2012, 09:00:26 PM
Add me to that water/milk/juice only drinker list! :grin: and how about over in that attendee list we also add what you are bringing so we can see where the holes are?
and it's just a request... but will one of y ou guys consider a chocolate cheesecake? :hyper:
You post so infrequently these days, will we know you when we see you? I might give the chocolate cheesecake to someone else by mistake. :P
Oh wait... the pick on Chel thread is over that way. Sorry, wrong thread. :cool:
Oh, and do bring some of your Borden's (tm) chocolate milk. You talked it up so much I want to try it, though I'm not even a milk drinker... but they have it not around here.
EDIT: Please make sure it's a jug that you have not drunk straight from the jug yet.
EDIT2: And don't worry, the butter is safe. :P
Quote from: Psalm_97 on April 02, 2012, 08:11:17 PM
Quote from: sunlight on March 28, 2012, 09:00:26 PM
Add me to that water/milk/juice only drinker list! :grin: and how about over in that attendee list we also add what you are bringing so we can see where the holes are?
and it's just a request... but will one of y ou guys consider a chocolate cheesecake? :hyper:
You post so infrequently these days, will we know you when we see you? I might give the chocolate cheesecake to someone else by mistake. :P
Oh wait... the pick on Chel thread is over that way. Sorry, wrong thread. :cool:
you know, I'm not sure, but I do have to say that I have a whole lot harder time remembering who others are than they do remembering who I am for some reason... :halo:
Wish I could go. Sounds like it'll be fun for ya'll.
I've sent this pic to a couple of ya. For the rest of you....
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This is one of three pork butts I purchased today while they were on sale at my local butcher shop. The three total just over twenty lbs.
Next time you see them, they will be smoked in the holy smoke by Bro Papa, and will be awaiting your tasting... :fork:
I've got a lady in my church that works for Tyson- I think I'm gonna ask what kinda deals she can get at the company store on some poultry, since Cheese is stingy and won't bring his.
Thoughts?
With roasts like that, who needs chicken? :D
Now if Fuzzy will make her tater salad, and your wife will make some baked beans, we'll have us a meal! But with sourdough bread on hand, I do hope you won't be doing prefab, packaged dinner rolls...
And coleslaw right?!
Quote from: MelodyB on April 06, 2012, 11:26:03 PM
And coleslaw right?!
Mel, I hope you like a "sweet" slaw. My mama made a coleslaw that I can best describe as being similar, but not identical to KFC's slaw. This is what I make. And yes, I'm planning on making some... :fork:
If you don't care for sweet slaw, you will be welcome to come to my kitchen and make your own..
And Isaac- my wife doesn't make baked beans- she doesn't care for them. However- Bro Papa makes some knockdown, drag out great beans he sells at his shack and I'm thinking I'll get the receipe or have him make me a big pot of 'em.
Silly Roscoe. A professional never gives out his recipe. Have him make a pot, if the price is reasonable I'll pay for it.
Quote from: Psalm_97 on April 06, 2012, 11:33:19 PM
Silly Roscoe. A professional never gives out his recipe. Have him make a pot, if the price is reasonable I'll pay for it.
A professional that isn't my pastor, who's also like a dad to me- literally. Trust me, he'd give me the receipe. His coleslaw is made from my receipe that he modified a bit. :laughhard:
Oh... that's different. Go for it! :great:
Sweet slaw is what I like!
All this talk of food is giving me a tummy ache and I'm not even there yet.
No, that's the coffee. You KNOW you're supposed to eat something. All that caffeine on an empty stomach is bad for you. :P
So I have 2 working cars now. By working I mean they start and run enough to get me to work and back, not I'm ready to take them 12 hours on the interstate to Arkansas. Now granted we tracked down the SUV's issue to needing a new fuel injector. We cleaned the old one and replaced the completely corroded o-ring, but Gretchen would really appreciate a new one soon. So on our trip to SC next weekend we will be making a side trip to Pull a Part to pick up a few spare ones :) So my attending is no long completely out of the question, but if still questionable :cool:
*staggers in and puts finger to lip then proceeds to slur* "SHHHHHH Isaac dis peep-olds cant no DHAT yet!
Hmmm....
Uh oh. You got the instigator investigator on the case now kmymbir.
HA!... It's about time he returned to work.. lol
kmymbir I was waiting for you to mention what we discussed about the possible activity at this meet-up. Or do you want me to set it out?
:eyebrow:
:eyebrow: x 2
I was unsure if you were ready to share it, but now that I'm aware you are okay with it I'll share, If I miss anything Isaac please fill it in.
:clap: I am very excited to announce that Isaac and I have come up with some fun entertainment! :joker: Calm down it is not Seth in a chicken costume jumping out of a giant cake. :biglaugh:
Karaoke! :sing: :sing:
We plan to bring some of our own sound tracks, but if anyone else have some available to bring it would be great, the more to choose from the better!
Game rules will be announced when we get there.
For those of you who are daring like myself, I plan to get someone to pick a random song for me from a stack, therefore if you have lyrics please bring a copy!!
We plan to bring everything that will more than likely be needed to make this game fun, but if there is anything you would like to help with please tell Isaac, he's going to be the man in charge of this one ;) I'm just in it for the laughs.
Are we required to participate? I can't sing. Don't let my name fool you.
:hypocrite:
Well, I can tell you that I won't be singing any karaoke. :ugly:
No it is not required, just something that would be fun, except for Mel she is required because she lied. Melody if you claim not to be able to sing again i'm kicking you off the platform next service because it means you must simply be up there for the attention lol.
Quote from: kmymbir on April 11, 2012, 04:35:03 AM
No it is not required, just something that would be fun, except for Mel she is required because she lied. Melody if you claim not to be able to sing again i'm kicking you off the platform next service because it means you must simply be up there for the attention lol.
HA! I figured, with all she has mentioned about being on stage, something must be amiss.
I was thinking Friday night, after some of Bro. Papa's barbecue had been safely put away where it not spoil (burp) we could have a karaoke night. I know some of you are able to sing well but I have not heard you sing... even the lady who was at my church, was going to sing, but somehow got out of it. *ahem*
I'm thinking about singing "Make a wish" by Wayne Watson, but I want to see if I can look at this soundtrack and redo the guitar on the chorus first... I don't have it quite right. Or maybe "Four days late."
GO SLOW ADINA PAPERWORK!!!
Well we have decided we will have a rule that the last person to sing picks the next singer. If the one picked doesn't want to sing (and we KNOW some of you can sing... ) he has to tell a story. And not just a short little, cheap little joke.
Quote from: Psalm_97 on April 11, 2012, 04:32:17 PM
Well we have decided we will have a rule that the last person to sing picks the next singer. If the one picked doesn't want to sing (and we KNOW some of you can sing... ) he has to tell a story. And not just a short little, cheap little joke.
Trust me, you will BEG me to just tell a story......I think I'll decline this invite... :)
Its against my comfort level to be anywhere karaoke is involved.
Quote from: Roscoe on April 11, 2012, 04:51:48 PM
Quote from: Psalm_97 on April 11, 2012, 04:32:17 PM
Well we have decided we will have a rule that the last person to sing picks the next singer. If the one picked doesn't want to sing (and we KNOW some of you can sing... ) he has to tell a story. And not just a short little, cheap little joke.
Trust me, you will BEG me to just tell a story......I think I'll decline this invite... :)
We would love to hear any story you would see fit to share with us, I'm sure. Win-win.
Quote from: minnesota68 on April 11, 2012, 04:54:55 PM
Its against my comfort level to be anywhere karaoke is involved.
:stupid:
I am assuming this is only Christian songs? I'll listen to y'all sing Christian songs, but:
1. I'm not singing ;)
2. I don't want anyone that doesn't want to sing to feel pressured
3. I don't want to listen to any non-christian songs unless it's something like Itsy Bitsy Spider or She'll be Coming around the Mountain or some such.
I'm not even that spiritual. I just flat out don't want to listen to karaoke. LOL
:ugly:
Quote from: The Purple Fuzzy on April 11, 2012, 07:19:08 PM
I am assuming this is only Christian songs? I'll listen to y'all sing Christian songs, but:
1. I'm not singing ;)
2. I don't want anyone that doesn't want to sing to feel pressured
3. I don't want to listen to any non-christian songs unless it's something like Itsy Bitsy Spider or She'll be Coming around the Mountain or some such.
Awww, I was hoping we could get Roscoe to sing "La Vita Loca." :biglaugh:
Nah, it would be christian only. Sorry, forgot to specify that.
I'm surprised that it seems this will be difficult. I guess deep down I was hoping it would turn into a time of worship.
Quote from: kmymbir on April 12, 2012, 01:49:42 AM
I'm surprised that it seems this will be difficult. I guess deep down I was hoping it would turn into a time of worship.
And it may.... I think most of us are looking forward to meeting everyone though, and just relaxing. Despite the persona some of us have online, I think you will find that some of us are more reserved in real life, in some ways......
I'm one of those, to an extent. I am very uncomfortable singing, ect. in front of other folks. I've really had to work and struggle to overcome my fear of the public to preach. The idea of singing in front of anyone other than my mirror or the dude in the car next to me at a red light terrifies me.
Regardless, I'm looking forward to meeting everyone and enjoying the company.
I should of known that, but I am the same online, as I would be in person. But I will figure it out.
So is Jeremy. People's friendliness isn't different, not everyone wants to be in the spotlight. I'd guess that everyone is the same but the way people interpret eachother online varies. From all the hours I've talked to Mel, I think she is the same as she is online.
I think you would get the results you're looking for by just everyone sitting around singing common old hymns at the end of the day. Maybe a guitar & campfire. Then no one is put on the spot or being stared at. I love to sing, but for Jesus, not for people's entertainment. That idea, too, makes me very uncomfortable.
If these fuel injectors work [pray they do!!!] and I can muster up a spare tire, I may just try to make the journey to this shindig. That is completely dependent on being able to be off Friday and probably driving overnight thursday/friday morning. Oh and I would need to crash on a floor or something because gas to get me there in this thing will break me. lol. But it's a big IF the car gets fixed...
I will hopefully be able to try attending the next meet up...
So it's less than a month now. Anyone decided on a specific hotel/motel? We need to settle on which town, which hotel, so we can all get rooms and get them all in the same hall preferably.
Hello? ???
Quote from: minnesota68 on March 27, 2012, 02:19:00 PM
Ok...
http://www.daysinn.com/hotels/arkansas/morrilton/days-inn-morrilton/hotel-overview
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I think a few pages back, this is what was decided......I believe Mellow Yellow's already reserved her family's room.............
Thanks. I knew we were talking about possibilities, but didn't know we had decided on anything yet.
Do we want to make sure we're all in the same hall?
And the time swiftly approaches.... :great:
Man, I hope 1) the weather is nice
2) Those who are worried will in fact make it
3) Rusty is fixed for cruising
4) Everyone that arrives has a terrific time! I am really looking forward to meeting some of you nuts in real life!
I'm so looking forward to it.
I might even bring a sack of something edible. White or whole wheat?
what is this 'whole wheat' thou speakest of?
Be shocked, everyone: I've turned over a leaf: I vote whole wheat!
John :waving:
It does taste better, in my personal opinion. Storebought whole wheat, on the other hand... blech!
I have sad news: I will not be able to make the meet-up.
:cry:
Which means that I also will not be going. :smirk2:
But that's ok! Next meet-up, here on the coast again! That way you can come see us!
That.is.totally.depressing.
:sadbounce:
Can I ask why?
Well for me, it's money. I don't have any. I get a little pay from the weekly jobs that I do at church, and I had some put back just for the trip. Kimber and I estimated that it would take aprox $100 each for us to get there and back, and that was pushing it. That was with no extra spending money. But I ended up having to give my stash to my dad for bills, and I am still having to do so, so I was not able to save any.
As it looks right this second, I have no money saved, and most of the money I will get between here and there, I won't have any to speak of then either, cause I am still giving it to dad. Even if I had the money, I couldn't go unless Kimber does, cause I don't have a vehicle of my own. I was riding with her. But I'm not blaming her at all, cause if she went right now, I still couldn't go cause I don't have the money. So it's my own fault.
I am not complaining. Sad? YES. But God is good and I am happy to be able to support my family even just a little.
:)
Kimber can explain hers if she wants to. But that's my reasons.
As in... not coming at all? Bummer.
For now, I feel that Melody's reasoning will suffice, God is still good. :great:
Well, I was SO looking forward to meeting Melody and Kimber.
In other news...we may be in the same boat, and will be most likely unable to attend due to a crisis that reared its ugly head today.
No. I am not pregnant. Though that would be a crisis that would take some explaining to my wife (yes, I am male.) :ugly:
What has happened is our car has been making a strange rumble, and out of sheer frustration and insanity, I took to checking wheels and found my problem. Apparently the tree branch my wife found in Louisiana left a lasting impression on at least 1 tire, possibly 2, and a new set of tires is in short order for us. As in, we can't drive it safely until a new set of tires is on, and...well, there goes a huge chunk of our finances.
:-(
I have texted Roscoe, and he responded with tears, anguish, and several other things, all related to the lack of internet, Dr. Pepper and donuts, but informed me that Lou is having a very difficult time in securing her time off for the Meatup, even though she put in for the time in March.
So, what Roscoe is proposing is a possible reschedule. If we planned now, any reservations that you have made at the hotel could be canceled (hopefully without any fees). I know it would crimp our style right now, but may work out for the better later.
What say you?
I strongly object to my style being crimped - and the longer we wait, the hotter it will be outdoors - but I suppose there's no point showing up if nobody else will be there.
Waiting for other people's input. If it's still on for May 17-19 I'll be there.
Roscoe was suggesting a September reschedule date.
*sigh... catch 22
God knows. I believe it all works out. I will cancel my reservations if that's what it has come to. We don't know what the middle of May brings for us all.
Just let me know quickly if it's officially off, because the Prime-Timer's Campmeeting in Tennessee is May 17-19 as well. I've been there before and liked it, so if I'm not going to get to meet you folks then I'd like to get my registration in at the camp ground.
Quote from: MellowYellow on April 30, 2012, 07:05:30 PM
God knows. I believe it all works out. I will cancel my reservations if that's what it has come to. We don't know what the middle of May brings for us all.
That's what I was thinking, there may be a good reason all these different things have come up. Still disappointed, though.
Well... I have the weekend off and had to fight for it. If The meetup is off... Roscoe, I claim the spare bedroom! and then we can go terrorize Mini and co! :grin:
I agree too. Besides, Im afraid to get MY and PF in the same state as I am in...cause I know the subject of wax would come up...
:ugly:
OK, MY maybe we should go to Mini's instead. ;)
I'm reading, and understanding if there s a reschedule.
Just in counting mode, Ladies Melody and K are out, my fellow Okies are likely out, and even Lou is having a difficult time getting off work for this?
At most, would this leave us Ladies Sandra and Chel, Lady Melodya and her Misery (oops, I used to see a woman from there,) Missouri :) clan, a possibly more distracted than usual Roscoe for perhaps just the Friday and Satrday part, Chey, Isaac, and myself, barring further obstacles?
Pardon me if I'm not remembering everrybody. If the tally is right, that appears to be at least seven out of 17 with a significant to total chance of not being able to attend.
Hmmm.
John :waving:
Quote from: The Purple Fuzzy on April 30, 2012, 07:57:43 PM
OK, MY maybe we should go to Mini's instead. ;)
Eeeehehehe...ok!
Excuse me guys... but I need to meet Melodya! What are yall doing? :grin:
(I will totally understand about a reschedule... but If it does happen... something will be going on anyways! lol, even if I have to go all the way to where she lives! I need to meet her!)
Roscoe has put in a lot of work on this, but there seems to be some still wanting to get together that weekend. Where is our El Trooper Capitale, to weigh in with his thoughts?
John :waving:
Hes on his way home from work.
One thing to think about, if Lou is not able to be there, and everyone invading her house...well...
:ugly:
Her house isn't at the park...
Quote from: sunlight on April 30, 2012, 08:22:21 PM
Excuse me guys... but I need to meet Melodya! What are yall doing? :grin:
(I will totally understand about a reschedule... but If it does happen... something will be going on anyways! lol, even if I have to go all the way to where she lives! I need to meet her!)
I agree! I'm tired of "seeing" you in my mind with a giant yellow smiley ball for a face..... hahahahaha
I think we could do Oklahoma if that worked out better... Wonder if John and Roscoe would be open to that?
I wonder if the Freemans are free? or one of their cabins?
Okay- here is my weigh in on the situation. While everyone knows how much I've looked forward to meeting everyone and showing off my hometown area, here's the facts as I understand them, in no particular order.....
1) Taco and Elona cannot make it
2) MelodyB is unable to make it
3) Kimber is unable to make it
4) The Porters will, at the least, be greatly hindered and may be unable to make it
5) Lou
may be able to get off- in fact, she has said she would call in if necessary- but has been battling her supervisor to get vacation time approved despite putting in for it when we first began discussing this.
This leaves, as John said, he, Mellow Yellow and clan- who I can't wait to meet- Isaac (ditto), PF (haven't met her yet either :cry2: ) and Chel, and Lou and I. I REALLY want to meet y'all, but I had so hoped it would be a huge group meet.
If any of you want to come- I'm good with it. I'll go with either direction. I've got meat purchased, but it is nothing that will ruin given my freezer, and the time I have taken off can be rescheduled if necessary.
The weather is likely to be the same both in the middle of may and the middle of September- you've got about the same chances of boiling or freezing either way.
IF WE DO DECIDE TO POSTPONE IT, THAT IS THE KEY WORD- POSTPONE. I STILL WANT EVERYONE TO COME HERE AT SOME POINT
And in regards to Oklahoma- I might could slip that way for one day, perhaps. It'll depend on Lou's work schedule.
In any event I won't be hurt by either option. Disappointed that it hasn't worked out as smoothly as I wanted, but that's life. And as PF said-maybe there is a reason. :cry:
Quote from: sunlight on April 30, 2012, 07:56:00 PM
Well... I have the weekend off and had to fight for it. If The meetup is off... Roscoe, I claim the spare bedroom! and then we can go terrorize Mini and co! :grin:
I'm sure Lou will have said room prepared and waiting... :thumbsup2:
I have a couple of ideas..but I want to check with Roscoe on some stuff before bringing them to the table.
John :waving:
And, my apologies about forgetting Jason and Elona in my count.
John :waving:
And Heather! Now that she has a car, she may be able to make the trip. Don't forget HEATHER!
Quote from: MelodyB on April 30, 2012, 10:28:55 PM
And Heather! Now that she has a car, she may be able to make the trip. Don't forget HEATHER!
Definately not...... :thumbsup2:
John, p.m. sent. :hi:
After talkingf with Roscoe, which I did a short while ago, I will post some stuff after I get a little more work done here. The cabins we used in '08 (Freemans) are available that weekend, and with an INCREDIBLE rate. I have some thoughts, and will follow this up after I catch up on some work.
John :waving:
I've taked with Sis. FreemaN, they have both cabins available.
First, is there serious interest in doing one there? They are off the beaten path, but the incredible rate on the cabns could offset some extra gas. I'll PM the offer to anyone wanting the specific number. Isaac and folks way east, it is near the 'town' of Clayton, OK.
If we had enough folks, we could put men in the small cabin, and women in the larger..they hold three beds and six beds, respectively. Electricity and fridges in both, and full cooking in the larger of the two.
In 08 the Freemans took us four-wheeling, allowed folks the run of their ranch. It was awesome. I think Ruby and Chris had a particularly good time. :biglaugh:
If there was interest, I could arrange some day activities for Friday and Saturday, if y'all still wanted to do two or three nights there. My home church is about an hour closer to civilization, and any/all would be welcome for our combined Sunday afternoonj services.
Any interest?
John :waving:
Quote from: MelodyB on April 30, 2012, 10:28:55 PM
And Heather! Now that she has a car, she may be able to make the trip. Don't forget HEATHER!
Thanks Mel :)
Yes I am back on the road and ole Gretchen is purrin like a kitten.....BUT she still needs some love and I'm not sure she'll be loved on enough by then :/
As far as September is concerned I'd be unable to make it then either. My parents up and decided to book a condo at Myrtle Beach again for family vacation (after swearing they were going on a cruise) and I have a 4 years running housesitting gig for 2 weeks mid-September.
I would LOVE to make a meetup but I may just have to start planning weekend getaways to visit everyone individually once this car fiasco is completely squared away :)
Me first! ;)
Or, if y'all are looking for a one-day event in eastern OK, there is a Renaissance Faire in Muskogee that weekend, with a Golden Corral only 3-4 miles hence.
John :waving:
Oklahoma is a long way from us, that is if we're talking about the same Oklahoma... And whataya mean way east? We're closer to the middle of the country than a lot of y'all are. :P
Mapquest says it's about 9 hours away (assuming non-stop, which would of course not be an option :P ) and near exactly 500 miles from us.
I was planning on going to AR anyway, and Grandma said she's not too hot on going to the Prime Timer's Campmeeting this year because the prices for room and food keep going up every year.
QUESTIONS
Are we still thinking 17th through 19th?
Are we still planning for cheesecake at some point, and sourdough french toast for breakfast?
With Kmymbir absent, is there anyone else who has even the slightest interest in seeing a computer music demo? If nobody cares, I'll just leave the keyboard home.
What about Bro. Papa's barbecue? What about barbecued brisket? :cry2:
Someone decide. :P And Isaac, in order to GET to Oklahoma, you'll come right through here....Bro Papa's BBQ will be available, although I haven't gotten a brisket yet. Cheesecake is still planned, whether at John's or my place. And personally- I'm not a music nut, not that there is anything wrong with that, so no need to bring the keyboard on my behalf- Lou plays enough to drive me batty anyway. :laughhard:
And for what it's worth- I would have no problem showing folks that wander through here around as they pass through.....assuming of course, everyone goes to Okieland... :lol:
If you come to Oklahoma - you must tell mini to tell me! I wanna meet gpers too!!!
Roscoe: I also am waiting for someone to decide. I just don't know who it is we're waiting on. Who's got the connection to the people with these cabins?
I was planning on about an 8 hour drive anyway, with a detour to Tupelo to pick up someone who has a gas guzzling truck that would have drunk a lot of gas on the trip... so this other person isn't going, so it all evens out if we go to Oklahoma.
Just somebody decide, if anybody can decide who the somebody is. I think everybody should go, but I'm not somebody. I guess all that leaves is nobody. :P
Is there a camp ground website? It's about the same distance for us really.
This is where we are at: We still have that time blocked off to come. We were looking forward to the outdoors fun as well as meeting everyone. So Nathan is just slightly hesitant about OK b/c he was so looking forward to AR. However, I think he would be swayed with even just a bit more info about the campground.
I think Roscoe should be the decider. I'm hesitant for us all to gather there for a few days with Lou at work, & so many from the east not being able to come. However, if Lou still ends up getting the dates off, I'm guessing they could come over to OK to still meet everyone? If not, perhaps at least Roscoe? As a wife, I would be on edge waiting to see if I was going to be hosting a bunch of people and having to work throughout. I'd probably be exhausted after work and hosting is work too.
I would love to go to Oklahoma, and see the Freeman's again!
Don't make me the decider! :laughhard: Lou will call in for at least one day, should it come to that, and most of the activites were planned for the mountain- only the dinner was planned for the house. If y'all still want to come here, I have no problem with that. In fact, I will be happy. :lol: BUT- if we have it in Oklahoma, perhaps the Mini family will be able to attend. From the sound of it, Isaac was going to travel the same distance anyway,Mel and Kimber can't come in any case :cry2:, and having it in Oklahoma would be easier on John and the Mini-ster, maybe Okie could bring her brood, and if it's the same distance for Meller, et al, I'll be the only one inconvienanced. I can try to make it over one day with Lou and Chey, perhaps that Saturday, if Lou can get off.
I hate to make Oklahoma look more attractive- God knows I want to show everyone my beautiful county, but I'd like to make it as convienant as possible for the majority. Just, please, if we have it in Oklahoma this round, please make plans to come here, if not this year, next. Please?!? :P
P.S.- Meller, tell Nathan he HAS to make plans to sneak over here sometime, either way. It'll be a trip he'll never forget. :biglaugh:
I PMed out a link to the cabins, and anyone that didn't get a set and wants one, let me know and I'll PM you.
I'd like to hear how the Porters feel about whether they can or would be interested in going to the Freeman's.
John :waving:
John, I got your PM and will try to slow down and respond. Dad had major back surgery yesterday, and I was at the hospital all day yesterday. And the rest of the week is pedal to the metal too...
On the bright side, the car will be in the shop tomorrow to be fixed. On the unbright side, it cost way more than I could afford. :ugly:
Speaking of which. This is a picture I found of the area near the campground, I think. Is this REALLY what OK looks like down there Mini?!
That's us... :-)
Well, someone flip a coin and let us know if this is going to happen. I need to know whether to request vacation time. It isn't too hard to get time off where I work, but I would like to give them a bit of advance notice.
Wow.
Quote from: MellowYellow on May 02, 2012, 05:28:15 PM
Speaking of which. This is a picture I found of the area near the campground, I think. Is this REALLY what OK looks like down there Mini?!
Folks, good luck. I'm not going to (as if I could) make a decision for our group. I am going to get out of the potential planning of this one. I'll check back occasionally to see if y'all come to a concensus, and may or not make a meetup that weekend.
John :waving:
Nathan asked a good question: Are we the only ones that would be staying Saturday night?
I wouldn't be staying Saturday night. I'm the church bus driver.
Someone let me know where to show up, when, and I'll be there. Thursday and Friday nights, and Saturday until about noon or a little after, I'm there.
Quote from: MellowYellow on May 02, 2012, 10:14:55 PMNathan asked a good question: Are we the only ones that would be staying Saturday night?
We
can do Thursday night if we drive right after Nathan gets off work. We'd get there a bit before midnight... We cannot afford to pay the night's stay for Saturday night if we're the only ones so please others chime in. Thanks Isaac.
Then it would only be a Thurday night and Friday night booking, right?
Other than that, are we for sure doing the Freemans' camp? Nathan is a go if we are.
Has this become too complicated?
Not complicated on my end. I don't have any of the connections so I'm just waiting for word from someone else.
Thursday and Friday nights are good for me. Saturday I'll have to bug out by around 3pm or so. Gotta get home by at least midnight so I can get a bit of sleep before driving the church bus... you need your rest to deal with those kids. :cool:
Im not sure... I am anticipating staying thurs and fri night at the moment, leaving mid day sat.... But that could be changed? Depends on what mom wants to do?
I'm a little nervous that it feels it may not happen.
I talked w/Sis Freeman today, and they are willing to do the $100 a night for both cabins for two nights instead of three: the Thursday and Friday nights y'all mentioned.
John :waving:
Quote from: MellowYellow on May 07, 2012, 12:18:47 AM
I'm a little nervous that it feels it may not happen.
Yeah, know what you mean. I keep wanting to ask "So are we gonna do this or not?" but don't know who's setting it up now.
Newsman: A guys cabin and a girls cabin?
That was the thought. I don't think most people have definitely stated whether they want AR now or OK.
Get on the stick people! Report in! I'm holding up alternate plans until I see whether this will go through.
Where's my cattle prod?
Tell me where to show up and I'll be there. But I'd like to know very soon whether we will even BE meeting. I really want to give my company as much notice as possible about vacation time, and this thing is less than two weeks away now.
Maybe Newsman could start some rumors report on a few people to spur them to action. :freaky2:
As much as I hate non committment- I really can't promise either way on the Oklahoma trip... I will promise that I shall do everything possible for me and mine to get to the meetup for at least a day..
Quote from: sunlight on May 06, 2012, 05:53:10 AM
Im not sure... I am anticipating staying thurs and fri night at the moment, leaving mid day sat.... But that could be changed? Depends on what mom wants to do?
That was the time frame that I was thinking of, too.
Ok. I am going to oklahoma, and would like to stay in the Freeman's cabins please. Would you guys like to come too? :grin: I can show you guys around, and show you where it all started for a few geezers in here... :grin: (that was supposed to say geepers, but auto correct changed it... Bol!) that way mini, roscoe, and families can come one day possibly, and neither is left out?
Now that's more like it! I can hang my vacation request on that one. I was afraid if I got the time off and made the trip, nobody else would be there because everyone else would not know for sure if anyone else would...
I will call today and reserve the cabins for the Thursday and friday nights of next week.
John :waving:
YAY! We might bring a friend as well. Count us as 2 guys and 3 girls.
John, you WILL be there won't you?
OK, the food situation here will be a little different. There's not any food places handy, so last time we brought groceries and cooked there... at least for some of the meals. Just something to think about.
No supermarkets handy? I'll have to stop at the nearest town to there on my way for the cream cheese and butter. And the turkey and mayo.
If anyone likes anything besides mayo on your turkey sandwich, bring it. I'll have enough turkey, sourdough bread and mayo for sandwiches for all, for any time.
:hyper: yes!
:hyper: yes! about what - turkey sandwiches, John being there, cheesecake or MellowYellow bringing friends?
Or is it about we're finally past the you-first-no-I'm-waiting-for-someone-else-to-decide stage? :biglaugh:
All of the above? :grin: I am so excited about meeting melodya, about seeing the Freeman's again, about John being there, and about meeting a new friend of course!
I'll be there at least Thursday and Friday, maybe Saturday..
So, we'll split the cabin fee when we all arrive, and I figured the women get the larger cabin, and the men the smaller. I'll double check and make sure my count on the beds in each cabin is right. I can go down early Thursday.
Food is always an issue :) There is a _small_ little tiny store a few miles away, and a town for several? hundred about 9 miles away. The nearest Walmart-sized place is 55-60ish miles away.
If y'all don't mind pizza, chips and pop, and don't want to cook Thursday late afternoon/evening on arriving, I'll handle that myself as my contribution for not being a cook the rest of the time.
John :waving:
And in the absence of Bro. Papa's barbecue Friday night, I'll make a pot of chili. I'll need to make it Thursday though, because of course chili won't be good until the second day. :D
Are we still thinking about french toast for breakfast Friday?
Oh yeah... would someone please bring a lot of shredded cheese? Can't have a big pot of chili without cheese in it.
Newsman there will be refrigerators, ovens and stoves, right?
There was a stove and fridge in the big cabin. Not sure about the smaller one. We cooked in the big (girls) cabin last time. If you go into the archives you can find the link with some photos.
Sounds good. I can bring my own stew pot, skillet and springform pan.
And dish soap... well, I use Dawn for shampoo, so that's covered.
"Most everything was based out of the girls cabin since it was bigger. It was interesting cooking on a small 2 burner stove with no oven for 11 or 12 folks... Next time, we will know to take more chairs and such"
Ok, no oven.
http://mission238.com/forum/index.php?topic=28545.275
No oven?!!
Scrap the cheesecake. :-\
You may could use Sis. Freemans oven if you make enough cheesecake to share with them. ;)
I'll have pies already made & bring my pan too. Do we need to bring bedding? I'll bring the same stuff I planned. Are we grilling at any point?
We will be there@ 10pm Thursday at the earliest. Hopefully you all are still visiting @that time.
Quote from: The Purple Fuzzy on May 08, 2012, 07:45:47 PM
You may could use Sis. Freemans oven if you make enough cheesecake to share with them. ;)
You seem to know them, could you find out? I'd hate to bring all the stuff and not be able to, but I'd also hate to not bring all the stuff and find out I could have. Chocolate cheesecake, with Lindt cocoa, is not to be missed.
I'll call and check this evening, but they offered their kitchen before. Their house is yards away from the cabins,. I'll call this evening.
John :waving:
Starting new thread for meetup, please check it for latest details.
John :waving:
New thread up, please see if I'm missing anything.
John :waving: