posted August 21, 2007 07:29 PM
well september is coming quick. it's moose mania time! this is a very cool intimate meet in an incredible setting. space is limited so if you think you want to make it, please let me know asap.
These are places that are within 3 to 5 miles from the meet location.
posted August 21, 2007 07:30 PM
i might as well fill in this space with some of folks that have tentatively confirmed:
the peachs mr & mrs Z Jay Z capt ken gary cole bill reidel & rondi bill and jane diaz sonny franks rapid dale manor bob rochon irish ron and meg costa jill butterfield diane and ernie balch jim chrimes bob kaschak mike oneil
hopefully...barb and steve!
got lots of paint and panels, hdu, gorilla glue and other odds n ends!
the food will be fantastic!!! mainly cause i won't be cooking.
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posted August 21, 2007 10:30 PM
I was lucky enough to be able to attend last years Moose Mania and had a great time. Very relaxing and always educational with Mr. Bill in the neighborhood.
The setting is incredible and the list of folks coming so far looks to be a blast.
Can't wait to see Bill and Jane again..... looking forward to seeing BIll and Rondi again also.
Be willing to bunk with someone ay Will's, they have some rooms/cottages that sleep up to 8 or 10 people....pretty reasonable prices....give me a shout.
Nothing prettier than the White Mountains in September! Well, anytime of the year for that matter!
posted August 22, 2007 10:07 AM
Yeah thats my name on the list! whooohoo. I think I am gonna try to get the Cabin half way down the hill again...if I do, I think it sleeps 8-9
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posted August 22, 2007 12:18 PM
I just made my reservations at Will's Inn for Friday and Saturday nights. We are excited about getting to see the upper East U.S. and all you guys too! Do we need winter coats up there in the mountains? hehehhee
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posted August 22, 2007 08:32 PM
I would drive 25 hrs in 1-direction, just to sit next to Ron Costa for just a few hours. Ron is one of our national letterhead treasures.
I said that...
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posted August 23, 2007 08:03 AM
It sounds like such a nice time. I am on the fence, big-time. Love.....Jill
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posted August 23, 2007 11:18 AM
yes jane...pack a few sweaters for sure!!! it could be 75 degrees or 40 degrees during the day...its new england so ya never know. i've been waking up to 50's..but then its been in the 70's during the day. summer has been a tad cooler than normal...which i am loving! if the cool weather continues it will make for lovely fall colors during the meet. so jeff....does that mean you are gonna make it? that would be waaay too cool...i bet roger dinofa would keep ya company for the ride! i hope you guys can make it!
jill...get off the fence and come on up!!!! the flights are still really cheap!
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posted August 23, 2007 04:31 PM
Ok its a go, anyone that wants to bunk at the cabin, let me know
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posted August 23, 2007 05:22 PM
I'm thinking about taking a canvas or 2 and an easel and doing some painting of them there mountains. Of course it would be weather related and whether or not we can fit it all in the Buick. Sounds like a great bunch of folks to get with and we're excited about exploring parts of the country we've never been to.
I've been to all states west of the Mississippi in the lower 48 and all but about a 1/2 dozen east of the Mississppi, so I'm narrowing in on it. My goal is to see them all before I expire.
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posted August 23, 2007 06:29 PM
Hey Bill, If you have time, drive on up through to Vermont. Try to hit highway 4 through Rutland and then take highway 100 up through central Vermont....it's quite a drive and then you can go down into Glen, NH past the Mount Washington Hotel and Bretton Woods on 302......now that's a drive!
Careful of da moose though!
Missed you in Algoma so I'm looking forward to seeing you guys again soon!
posted August 23, 2007 07:55 PM
You Yankees are lovable, as are some of these trail riders I know around here. I want to be there, especially since Karen said OK.
I have about one week to decide, and I got Roger and Sal wantin' to go as well.
Honestly, I don't know if I can pull it off...but I will keep it foremost on my wish list, for the next 7 days.
Love U All,
At all times !!
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posted August 23, 2007 09:22 PM
I'd love to go again, but after hitting both Moose Jaw and New Brunswick I think I'd be in pretty hot water. You kids have fun! And behave!
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posted August 24, 2007 07:41 AM
Mike Z told me a year ago that this is a meet to die for and I found it out to be true. That is why we are going again this year.
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posted August 24, 2007 08:30 AM
you fall down that cliff and i guess it would be a meet to 'die' for.... seriously, this is a great meet, with great hosts in a breath taking intimate setting, so shhhhhh.... stop telling everyone about it! next thingg you know them southerns will be coming up to see the New England foliage and stuff
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posted August 24, 2007 04:22 PM
Yeah Dale, we missed ya at Algoma and thanks for the scenery tip. I will be the one slowin' down traffic goin' look at that ... look at that ...!!!!!!!!!!
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posted August 26, 2007 03:25 AM
The logos are really great. Who designed them? New Hampshire is so beautiful in the autumn! The meet sounds wonderful, one of these days I'd love to make it. Are you planning to have it every year? Two slaps on the head! Okay, I read too fast, Dale and Ron, those are awesome colors and designs!
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posted August 26, 2007 10:21 PM
Karen, Should some of you want to crash in Bratelbouro Vt. for your upcoming event, try the www.greenriverbridgehouse.com Its owned and operated by one of my old high school flames, and I in fact, was the cook there a few years back. Joanie's place would be a memorable stop over because it represents a historic New England setting with modern amenities.
posted August 29, 2007 08:29 AM
Hey Karyn, put young Teddy Keily's name on the list. Dale and Ron, those layouts are cool, I would do one but Bob Peach doesn't like it when I pre-plan my panels.
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posted August 29, 2007 01:52 PM
Sounds like a great time!!! I'll be in NC that week. Hope you all have fun - maybe Steve will make a thong for you Karyn!!!
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posted August 29, 2007 02:18 PM
thanks john for the tip! i'm sure a few folks might be passing thru vt.
oh shoot camille! too bad you'll be away!
deb...this is the 3rd one(in a row). never sure from one year to the next if it will happen. but so far it always come together and b4 i know it....it's here! on friday bobby takes us on a tour of the park(storyland) because its closed...so its a real treat see to that and the magic shop(which is where all the stuff is made) talk about a shop to die for!
so jeff ogden...are ya driving up and picking up roger and sal? i hope so!
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posted August 29, 2007 02:20 PM
jill...i think its just a panel they think of ahead of time. but with ron and peach, usually its kinky and involves farm animals.
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posted August 29, 2007 05:27 PM
So does that mean you are coming to the meet, Jill? Pre-planning suggests PLANNING to COME!! Hey, you can bring Bobbie with ya!!
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posted August 29, 2007 08:58 PM
By my question I was inferring that I never pre-plan panels. I never get ideas till I'm at the meet and then it's like creative diarrhea. My hold on the fence is teetering. Love.....Jill
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I, amongst my peers, have probably been the most guilty party, when it comes to planning ahead.
I ALWAYS tried to pre-think panels. Especially color-wise.
But I will add, that I am totally enamored, by your ability to take an idea and run with it, which I believe is the whole essence of what we, as artists, are supposed to be doing.
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posted August 29, 2007 11:41 PM
Yes, it is... I hope you both feel sheepish.
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