| 11/7/2009 10:55:58 PM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |  falalalala New Port Richey, FL age: 56
| I have been sitting thinking about something.
If we had a meet up, say next summer, in the middle grounds of the us -- how many of you would really make the trip??
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| 11/7/2009 11:08:43 PM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 pinkster54 Port Byron, IL age: 55
| Well if its more than 8 hrs I will have to fly or take a train that is about as long as my body will sit in a car. I might depending on where you do it at. I do think its a great idea though. Go for it! Who's town are we taken over? 
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| 11/7/2009 11:11:23 PM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 falalalala New Port Richey, FL age: 56
| pink if you have the time please take a look at the us map and see what you think about what state you think.. thanks, missy
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| 11/8/2009 1:13:35 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 teagal3 Sun City Center, FL age: 54
| well, either I have to fly or be in a caravan cause Lord knows where I would end up, but the summer works for me!
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| 11/8/2009 1:20:01 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 kanedog
 Onaway, MI age: 64
| That young lady is a dandy idea  
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| 11/8/2009 3:01:46 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 ladiebug50
 Paragould, AR age: 58 online now!
| That's a great idea! It would be allot of fun meeting everyone! I'd be interested and would certainly try to make it but need to know when and where first so I could plan accordingly. This sure gets a big thumbs up from me.
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| 11/8/2009 3:59:36 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 atlgarn2
 Longwood, FL age: 54
| I'm in. What'g up?

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| 11/8/2009 4:27:10 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 jajagal Brunswick, GA age: 56
| Try to figure out where and when by the first of the year so we can all plan vacations around it and start saving and making travel reservations. I definitely love the idea!
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| 11/8/2009 4:40:35 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 shari1955
 Butler, KY age: 54
| Falalal Yahoo has been doing this for years. I have told this many times in the threads. When I was really involved in yahoo chat in the early 90tys they planned this sort of thing all the time.. It was wonderful. They had them in myrtle beach, Nashville and other small areas..The one in Nashville would draw anywhere from 100 to 200 people. They had them there 3 years in a row. We would get a big hotel to give us a group rate. Most people stayed in that hotel. We would have breakfast together. Then go see the sites. Then meet up at the bar or other planned things. They would usually have a planned fun night..It was a blast.Hell we had two people from England show up..
I am not saying to do Nashville but some place that is interesting where people could do some site seeing or fun things. We made it a 3 day thing. Those of us that drove a far way or flew enjoyed the mini 3 day trip. Count me in.. Hell I have been to TX OK FL NC NC TN and the ocean lol..
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| 11/8/2009 4:48:24 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 fishingmom
 Lake Alfred, FL age: 55 online now!
| Falalalalalalalala, etc.
if you can do this in July,it would help me out..if not I understand. Whats middle ground for us? And who can stand us the longest to put up with us crashing at their place? 
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| 11/8/2009 4:59:50 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 inaleesgirl
 Blanchard, OK age: 57
| Sound like a fun thing for sure.
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| 11/8/2009 5:04:37 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 sopranograno
 Calhoun, GA age: 57
| I don't live in Nashville-but if it WAS close to me I'd let ya all crash here-I'm serious-might have to do some tents if we run out of floor space-haha-couch reserved for fishin cause of her back-haha
But I think a meet like that would be so coooool   
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| 11/8/2009 5:12:11 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 falalalala New Port Richey, FL age: 56
| I didn't think of it before but i probably should have put this in the forums somewhere. oh well tooo freaking late now 
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| 11/8/2009 5:15:14 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 clarity101
 Aurora, CO age: 58
| Geographic Center of the Lower 48 United States
Name: Geographic Center of the Lower 48 United States
Category: Cultural
Archive ID#: KS3129
Description: A pyramidal stone monument with a brass plaque claims this site as "the Geographic Center of the United States" (the monument was installed in 1940 before Alaska and Hawaii joined the union). The site was endorsed as such by the Coast and Geodetic Survey in 1918, despite the crude process by which it was determined: the shape of the lower 48 states was cut out of a cardboard sheet, and balanced on a point. Though the Geodetic Survey would later regret making any official declaration, this early endorsement was enough to enable Lebanon's Hub Club to claim its center as official, beating a few other competing communities for the title, which, it was assumed, could lead to considerable tourist revenue, and literally put the community on the map. But the tourists only trickled in to this remote place, and the new motel closed in just a few years, and never opened again, though the Hub Club maintains the park at the site, which includes a small, mobile chapel with four pews.
Location: 158 miles NW of Topeka, near Lebanon
(POINT(-98.583068847656 39.833322799504))
(show on map)
Address: KS
Smith County
Visitor Info: Heading north from Lebanon a few miles on Hwy 281, turn west on Hwy 191 and follow it one mile to the park and monument. The former hog farm (which was actually determined to be the center point) is three quarters of a mile further west on the dirt road. Note also the nearby Hub Dairy, the farm built in a day.
Links: http://www.clui.org/clui_4_1/lotl/lotlsp99/geo.html
LCS: Attraction, Cultural
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this looks like a bit of a desolate place...not sure there is much to do there. but im sure DH'ers could find plenty of trouble to get into no matter where we meet up
i would definitely try to plan to be there
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| 11/8/2009 5:15:59 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 huronearth
 Beulah, MI age: 57
| I will bring it up with my financial adwiser...
Presently, it would appear unlikely... 
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| 11/8/2009 5:17:42 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 shari1955
 Butler, KY age: 54
| I will bring it up with my financial adwiser...
Presently, it would appear unlikely...  
Got a thumb and a backpack? lol
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| 11/8/2009 5:27:37 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 ellyrockdaway
 Rockaway Beach, MO age: 58 online now!
| Financially, would be somewhat of a problem, but with time to collect, possibly. I'm not a good driver out of my elements and probably couldn't afford to fly. It would depend on if I could ride with someone within close proximity for me to meet them somewhere. But I would definitely want to, if at all possible.
I think you should all come to Branson! 
A little incentive?
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| 11/8/2009 5:33:58 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 falalalala New Port Richey, FL age: 56
| elly, so you want it to be that easy for you lol you funny girl 
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| 11/8/2009 5:42:00 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 anne654
 Springfield, MO age: 55
| Branson even has an airport now! We had a meet there a year ago, it was a lot of fun!
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| 11/8/2009 5:43:36 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 bethanybea
 Camden Wyoming, DE age: 53
| I would soooo love to meet you all!!!!! I would be willing but would have to know where and when soon!!
Tea I am with you I would have to caravan I get lost in Delaware and we are the second smallest state!!!!
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| 11/8/2009 5:44:52 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 ellyrockdaway
 Rockaway Beach, MO age: 58 online now!
| Well, Missy, watch the video, you may see why
Oh, and did I tell you, that you can get rooms for appx. $35.00 a night for 2 with two queen size beds - and several allow pets? (and more rv and camping spots than Carter's got pills)
Oh, and did I tell you about the fishing? (And the Bass Pro Shop)
Oh, and did I tell you about the outlet shopping malls?
Oh, and did I tell you about the antique cars and, and and
Oh, and ok, Hell Yeah I want it that easy!
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| 11/8/2009 5:48:21 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 makeunus
 Mount Airy, NC age: 61
| I would consider it if everything is central,say,east of the Mississippi. I travel the road for a living and ain't no big thing. A full service hotel (restaurant,lounge,etc.) so if you hit the bar you wouldn't have driving /police challenges! . Sure,why not? nows the time to do the homework. PPP (Pi** Poor Planning = Pi** Poor Product) or something like that!! I'm in,Tom 
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| 11/8/2009 5:52:52 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 fishingmom
 Lake Alfred, FL age: 55 online now!
| Well, Missy, watch the video, you may see why 
Oh, and did I tell you, that you can get rooms for appx. $35.00 a night for 2 with two queen size beds - and several allow pets? (and more rv and camping spots than Carter's got pills)
Oh, and did I tell you about the fishing? (And the Bass Pro Shop)
Oh, and did I tell you about the outlet shopping malls?
Oh, and did I tell you about the antique cars and, and and
Oh, and ok, Hell Yeah I want it that easy! 
well hell, that sounds like Kissimmee and Old Towne, shoot we can just stay here Falalala
just teasing elly, sounds great!
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| 11/8/2009 5:57:50 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 taxlady
 Florence, SC age: 59
| Hey I like this======this would be a once in a life time thing If the money is here, I will be there Shoot it would be worth going in debt to finally get to meet that goofy elly in person   
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| 11/8/2009 5:58:00 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 whidbey
 Normal, IL age: 58
| If finances allow I would love to meet up with y'all! My vote is for the ocean!
For good airfares leaving from an airport near you go to airfarewatchdog.com - they find amazing fares. I found a flight to Germany for $438 - half price.
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| 11/8/2009 6:01:18 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 ellyrockdaway
 Rockaway Beach, MO age: 58 online now!
| You did say "middle ground", right? Doesn't get much more "middle" than this!

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| 11/8/2009 6:06:33 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 nenebubbles
 Naperville, IL age: 68
| I would dearly love to meet you all! Maybe I could get some people to share the drive ... Whidbey? Jo? Pink? any others near Chicagoland?
Won't sell Chicago as site because it is too expensive and besides we are still licking our wounds from losing the Olympics ... NOT
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| 11/8/2009 6:25:18 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 whidbey
 Normal, IL age: 58
| I would dearly love to meet you all! Maybe I could get some people to share the drive ... Whidbey? Jo? Pink? any others near Chicagoland?
Won't sell Chicago as site because it is too expensive and besides we are still licking our wounds from losing the Olympics ... NOT
The Illinois Caravan - love it! I'm in!
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| 11/8/2009 7:00:41 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 trisha1
 Erie, PA age: 60
| If everything goes my way I would love to.
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| 11/8/2009 7:01:48 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 stillonlywords
 Sebastian, FL age: 52
| Ken has been looking at campgrounds in the southern GA, AL, northtern FL area for next spring or fall.. maybe summer (hot) We thought it might be a good time to gather some special people who live too far away to join us here.
We sure do get the same ideas often these days.
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| 11/8/2009 7:05:00 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 h82w8
 Homer City, PA age: 57
| I would LOVE to do this!! Already did Branson and would go there again, but I'm open to anyplace. I have a pop-up camper that can sleep 8 or 9, if ya don't move in your sleep. Anyone interested? You'd sure be welcome!
Someone had mentioned a meet in Florida in Feb...... is that still on? I'm hoping to make it to that one!
Tax, you sure won't be disappointed to meet Elly in person.......... she's such a COOL lady!
Last Sept., I took the adventure of a lifetime to make it to Branson. Just me and my Missy (the dog) in my old Caravan. We spent some nights in campgrounds and slept on a mattress in the back of the van, also stayed in cheaper motels, but I visited my siblings in Cincinnati, Houston, and Florida panhandle, too, with Branson in between OH and TX. Took 5 weeks, 3,500 miles, and hit 15 states. (That was when I decided I needed a camper!) I'm ready to go again, so this gigantic meet-up would be PERFECT!!
    
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| 11/8/2009 7:07:14 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 fishingmom
 Lake Alfred, FL age: 55 online now!
| h82, that was me with the Feb one... think Ive got it narrowed down to last weekend in Feb.
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| 11/8/2009 7:07:57 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 stillonlywords
 Sebastian, FL age: 52
| You did say "middle ground", right? Doesn't get much more "middle" than this!

You all do know about MIMAL the baker, right... Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, Arkansas, Louisiana.. those states look like a baker.. Minnesota being his hat.
The ut ohh.. how do I say that one??.. zipper of MIMAL could be a central place for many.. wish it were for all.
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| 11/8/2009 7:09:00 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 stillonlywords
 Sebastian, FL age: 52
| Tiger Game in Feb.. Lakeland
and Cracker Christmas is still on here
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| 11/8/2009 7:11:52 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 h82w8
 Homer City, PA age: 57
| h82, that was me with the Feb one... think Ive got it narrowed down to last weekend in Feb.
Yippppeeee!! I couldn't remember if it was you or FaLaLa, and I hadn't seen anything about it recently....... I DO hope to make it!
Still, no, I have never heard of the Baker! Very interesting!!! His zipper is fine with me!
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| 11/8/2009 7:12:48 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 fishingmom
 Lake Alfred, FL age: 55 online now!
| Hmmmmmm bakers zipper in Arkansas.. just coincidence or isnt that where Clinton is from? just asking
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| 11/8/2009 7:18:44 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 jo52562
 Elgin, IL age: 53
| Awesome idea!!!! I'm in as long as all my stars align just right!!

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| 11/8/2009 7:20:31 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 nenebubbles
 Naperville, IL age: 68
|  Oh dear, FishingMom, you do give me so many laughs ... thanks!
Another thanks to Still because I had never heard of Mimal, the Baker, and now I will not forget. Can't wait to share it with my grandchildren.
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| 11/8/2009 7:28:41 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 stillonlywords
 Sebastian, FL age: 52
| Hmmmmmm bakers zipper in Arkansas.. just coincidence or isnt that where Clinton is from? just asking
Glad the baker helped others. I use that one often.
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| 11/8/2009 7:31:54 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 pinkster54 Port Byron, IL age: 55
| It does appear that MO. or Kansas is central on the map. Something that we did in the IL group was a survey that told how many lived central, northern, southern IL and who was interested in coming then depending on how many signed up depended on which part of the state the gathering would be held. 63-68 members attended last year just in IL group. Now with that being said how public on Dh do you want to advertise because I am thinking your gonna need a whole farm.
The other thing I am seeing on here so far is this: Are we all getting together to get to know each other or get together to site see? Two totally different things in my mind. I will share an experience I had, 10 of us showed up at a members farm for 3 days and we played cards, horseshoes, cooked together on an off a grill, we camped in tents had a big bonfire shared stories, listened to music even had fireworks. During this time spent together everyone was able to visit with one another as there was no where to go or be at any given time we were already there. The time spent was to get to know each other, interact with each other, even able to step aside for some one on one, share each others interest etc. Heck found out the guys whos farm we were at was an accomlplished piano player don't think we would have found that out if we all were on the run.
Just trying to look at the big picture here just my personal thoughts what do you think?
Oh an by the way 2 of the people are still together today and none of us had ever met each other before. Time is of the essence.
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| 11/8/2009 8:10:52 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 clarity101
 Aurora, CO age: 58
| pink
i would be most interested if a group meet was planned that is more centrally located giving some a better opportunity to drive in. also a meet and greet to get to know each other on a more casual basis would be my motivation. i, personally do not need to be on the
go constantly and alot of 'sightseeing' would add to the cost, which i probly could not
afford.
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| 11/8/2009 8:21:06 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 huronearth
 Beulah, MI age: 57
| "Oh, and did I tell you, that you can get rooms for appx. $35.00 a night for 2 with two queen size beds..."
Ooooh... sounds like that could easily be split 4 ways... and, that might be REALLY FUN AND INTERESTING!!! And, well worth the $8.75!!!    
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| 11/8/2009 8:23:54 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 clarity101
 Aurora, CO age: 58
| right on huron
also, it might be nice to have a camp ground near by for those who
are camping/bonfire building officianadoes...lol
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| 11/8/2009 10:12:10 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 ellyrockdaway
 Rockaway Beach, MO age: 58 online now!
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That was a price quote for 2, Huron. Now, depending on how many per bed you have in mind it could go up substantially!   
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| 11/8/2009 10:35:29 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 pinkster54 Port Byron, IL age: 55
| That is very inexpensive may have to rethink what I already posted. LOL Sleep in a bed or sleep on the hard cold ground?? HUM As long as there is slack time for visiting etc I don't care where it happens, the bed an warm or cool room does sound good. I know I know we are not getting any younger right.
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| 11/8/2009 10:36:37 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 ladiebug50
 Paragould, AR age: 58 online now!
| You did say "middle ground", right? Doesn't get much more "middle" than this!

Elly  Good idea and tons of fun in Branson! And what's that saying Elly? What happens in Branson stays in Branson or something like that? So, if Branson is the place, no tattling what happens there.  Hmmmm ... think Lambert's can handle all of us?   This is sounding more and more fun all the time. And wherever we end up meeting, the place will never be the same.  
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| 11/8/2009 10:50:45 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 pinkster54 Port Byron, IL age: 55
| Lambert't Home of the Throwed Rolls Lamberts?? YUM! Fried okra, real mashed potatoes or fried potatoes with onions in it. Awsome rolls, molassas oh yeah I have been there more than once! Gosh wish I lived near one.
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| 11/8/2009 11:05:35 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 ladiebug50
 Paragould, AR age: 58 online now!
| Pink ... Yep, home of the throwed rolls and are they ever good ... hot too ouch, ouch when ya catch 'em But oh so good with the honey/butter/molassas! I wish there was a Lambert's close to me too, the food is outstanding, the atmosphere is super and the employees are the best.
Sorry Missy a bit off topic but Lambert's is just too good not to talk about and smack my lips over .... YUM!!   
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| 11/8/2009 11:14:05 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 falalalala New Port Richey, FL age: 56
| ah oh no it is a run away thread lol
i think i will look at the map and maybe try a pole..
does that sound good?
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| 11/8/2009 11:15:46 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 whidbey
 Normal, IL age: 58
| ah oh no it is a run away thread lol
i think i will look at the map and maybe try a pole..
does that sound good?
Perfect idea Missy!
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| 11/8/2009 11:20:49 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 ladiebug50
 Paragould, AR age: 58 online now!
| That's a great idea Missy.
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| 11/8/2009 11:25:56 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 cntry141iq Bradenton, FL age: 56
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Missy did you mean poll becaus eyou told me you gave up pole dancin LOL I say heck just make it branson and be done with it. That way evryone can find something to do eithe rvisit amongst us or go to the shows and clubs or all the above
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| 11/8/2009 11:32:31 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 teagal3 Sun City Center, FL age: 54
| Branson sounds good to me!
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| 11/8/2009 11:42:55 AM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 ladiebug50
 Paragould, AR age: 58 online now!
| Well, if we're given our suggestions as a place to meet, my vote is Branson too.
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| 11/8/2009 12:46:08 PM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 jajagal Brunswick, GA age: 56
| Branson sounds great to me! Good rates, lots of great places to visit and things to do, and all our DH friends to do them with. Woohoo! Who can wait? Starting my vacation fund today. Telling everyone that I want no Christmas gifts this year, just contributions to my DH vacation fund.
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| 11/8/2009 1:41:05 PM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 bart88 Toney, AL age: 56
| First weekend of June their is the Elvis Presley festable in Tupelo Miss.
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| 11/8/2009 1:49:10 PM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 h82w8
 Homer City, PA age: 57
| I like Branson, too! But anyplace is fine with me......... have camper, will travel.

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| 11/8/2009 2:17:54 PM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 ellyrockdaway
 Rockaway Beach, MO age: 58 online now!
| I didn't think of it before but i probably should have put this in the forums somewhere. oh well tooo freaking late now 
Missy, I can't remember the name of that forum right now, but it was the one Dustin once suggested we should use for Meets. I went there a while back and he had a thread that said from now on just post them in your own State chat forums, so I think you have this exactly where it belongs to have a Universal DH Meet!
I just wanted to maybe suggest one thing. If and when you really decide to get this thing going, and after you get ideas and decide on the place, you might want to start a new thread about this Universal Meet (lol) cause the heading here, might not get all who might be interested to look in.
Man oh man, if it was here in Branson, all I can say is WOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOO! But wherever the majority chooses, I will still definitely try to work it out. Hopefully the date will be right after the 2nd Wed of the month, though, so I can afford it.
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| 11/8/2009 2:19:29 PM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 stillonlywords
 Sebastian, FL age: 52
| I would like to see Branson. Summer, please. Still
Me, too ~ Hornet
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| 11/8/2009 2:20:44 PM | ok everyone, please come in. even those that usually pass me by | |
 fishingmom
 Lake Alfred, FL age: 55 online now!
| if its in July I should be OK to go.. I take that month off and will have my big (haha) paycheck for working the extra days in June. If not, then.... who knows 
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