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Just got back from Saint Louis....get to start looking forward to another get together!!!!

Joe

It's going to be really fun.  Can't wait to meet all of you.

Louise

I'm ready to go!  Will probably get my room reserved in a day or two.

Four days before my vacation time starts.  [smiley=JAW_DROP.gif]  UGH

QnHeartMM wrote on Jan 22^nd, 2010 at 8:01pm:

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I soooo want to go!

jimyhertz wrote on Jan 24^th, 2010 at 2:37am:

Four days before my vacation time starts.  [smiley=JAW_DROP.gif]  UGH

Call in sick.

Hmmmmmmmmmmm  I'm working on a fix.

Well if you haven't been to the covention page yet (and even if you have) you might want to check out the new HOT OFF THE PRESS NEWSFLASH

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Brew wrote on Jan 26^th, 2010 at 8:15pm:

jimyhertz wrote on Jan 24th, 2010 at 2:37am: Four days before my vacation time starts.  [smiley=JAW_DROP.gif]  UGH Call in sick.

lol, heck yea  ;D

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Ha...sorry about that. All better now.

Delete what???? ::) ;)

Joe

OMG you guys crack me up....

;D ;D ;D

hmmm, pets allowed huh?  Interesting.

Langa

Langa wrote on Feb 10^th, 2010 at 4:26pm:

hmmm, pets allowed huh?  Interesting. Langa

If that's what you wanna call him...... :D

Guiseppi wrote on Feb 10^th, 2010 at 8:16pm:

Langa wrote on Feb 10th, 2010 at 4:26pm: hmmm, pets allowed huh?  Interesting. Langa LMAO!  Sad to admit I cracked up on your comment. Langa If that's what you wanna call him...... :D

I just might attend this one and bring Lily with me...

Oh I definitely think you should! Christy and I will be there.

Joe

If I have my PTO built back up by then I'd love to attend.  I'm largely absent from this board from Oct-March do to work, and this year I've been lucky enough to be PF so far... until last night.  As I was sucking on the O2 I thought,  I should check in at CH.com.  I wonder if there is a conference being planned.  See you guys in April when I come up for air again.

Looking forward to it! ;)

Joe

Guiseppi wrote on Jan 23^rd, 2010 at 10:45am:

Just got back from Saint Louis....get to start looking forward to another get together!!!!

I'm beginning to think 'OUCH' is just an excuse for one giant pub crawl throughout the USA... ;D



Lefty

I'd like to tell you just how incorrect that statement is Lefty.........well I'd like to....... ;D

Joe

For any newbies (or those who have not met another CHer) out there, I would like to suggest you do what you can to attend.

1.  Meeting people form this board is awesome.  They are like family and can really help you in or out of cycle!

2.  OUCH is an organization that needs to be supported and hopefully you can find a way to help them!

3.  Ask anyone who has gone, the experience is priceless!

Is the OUCH convention the same as the annual ch.com convention? 

Yes

I am sorry to disagree with you here Carolyn.

ch.com doesn't have a convention.  Separate groups may get together through-out the year for a lunch or dinner with several folks who live near-by,  and for a number of years we've had a multi-day get together in January.

The convention we have every year in July is planned, paid for, and put on by O.U.C.H and is our annual meeting of the membership.  It includes Important speakers and  reports from the committees, and officers among other activities.

   I hope that clarifies it Las Vegas

I stand corrected  :-[.  Sorry about that, I must've been sleep-posting.

OKAY! I had already made the decision that I was going to make it to the convention this  year and I just realized that I have just used all of my vacation and sick time on this Leave-of Absence that I am on right now. However, Atl is to close to home and I do have family there. So, I may just have to put in for a lomg weekend this time and stay at my family's house to save money. I refuse to pass up the oppurtunity to to meet all of you this time. You all really have saved my life hear on numerous occassions here in thepast years and I would like to thank all of you face-to-face. :-*

Pfunk 8-)

That's great news! Course...we'll have to see how you feel AFTER you meet all of us! ;D

Joe

Pfunk, if you are that close you could just come on Saturday...unless you work week-ends, that is.

Don't mind what Joe just said.  You'll love us!!!!!!!  ;D

Aaaah! I'm thinkin I'll plan for a long weekend anyway. I'm about 51/2 hours away from ATL and I haven't seen the family in a while so it gives me oppurtunities to meet all of you and catch up with the fam as well.

Pfunk 8-)

I'm attending this year.

Fantastic Mat. !!!!!!!!   

another one missed...had to go and knock up the wife....we'll have a newborn so no go for me

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We're officially registered.....who's gonna be hanging with us???? ;)

Joe

Been on the road for the last week, so my check will be in the mail in the next day or two.


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We're officially registered.....who's gonna be hanging with us???? Joe

uh...off-hand I'd say me and  Jim, Brew and Pat and of course your brother from another mother and Ruthie who you love but doesn't love you.   ;)

Linda_Howell wrote on May 10^th, 2010 at 7:07pm:

uh...off-hand I'd say me and  Jim, Brew and Pat and of course your brother from another mother and Ruthie who you love but doesn't love you.   ;)

LOL Linda! Can't wait to see everyone again!  Maybe if I offer to have Joe wear Jimmy's Kentucky hot-boy overalls again we'll get people signed up!
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For those who are going for the first time, or thinking about it.... here are a few random thoughts:

1.  GO.
2.  Watch your backside.  There are wandering hands.
3.  Go
4.  If you go, you have to hug people for me.  trust me, by the end, you probably will be glad to do it.
5.  Go
6.  If you have never seen anyone else get hit in person, be ready for it.  I wanted to cry at first because I understood the pain, but once you see how the vets handle it, it really is an experience that is helpful (especially if you have supporters)
7.  Go and bring your supporter.
8.  Talk to everyone, ask questions, have fun.  Meeting 1 CHer is awesome, meeting a bunch is life-changing.
9.  Get your reservations now!
10.  Spend some time finding out if you can be of help to OUCH. 

Yeah................what Eric said.

PS...I WILL bring the hot boy overalls for Joe to wear. He looks MUCH better in them than me.

FramCire wrote on May 10^th, 2010 at 9:00pm:

For those who are going for the first time, or thinking about it.... here are a few random thoughts: 4.  If you go, you have to hug people for me.  trust me, by the end, you probably will be glad to do it.

Ah man Eric, does that mean you're not coming?

QnHeartMM wrote on May 10^th, 2010 at 11:38pm:

FramCire wrote on May 10th, 2010 at 9:00pm: For those who are going for the first time, or thinking about it.... here are a few random thoughts: 4.  If you go, you have to hug people for me.  trust me, by the end, you probably will be glad to do it.   Ah man Eric, does that mean you're not coming?

Unfortunately, yes.  I wish I could come but not this year.

Sorry to hear that Eric. Always enjoy catching up with you. What about others - WHO'S GOING?

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PS...I WILL bring the hot boy overalls for Joe to wear. He looks MUCH better in them than me.

And Joe and Brew will bring the guitars.   ;)   well...technically I'll bring the guitar for Joe to play.  It's got brand new strings and everything. 

I trust you and yours are working on your song sheets?????? >:(
(mean teacher waiting for homework look)
Joe

Done.

One of them is Orange blossom special.   ;D ;D






jk

Ok so what Joe and Linda are talking about is..we're trying to gather songs/music that are good for sing-alongs. We had a great time in Kentucky one night with Joe and Brew jamming and the rest singing along. The hardest part was thinking of a song everyone could sing along. So we're trying to complile a list before hand so we can put together some copies of the lyrics.

Maybe we should start a new thread. Ok, I talked myself into it.  :D

Just a reminder for those who are willing to donate something for the auction to start thinking about it. 

Will there be pictures put up this year of the things in the auction for some of us to bid by proxie?

Mike

Mike, it hasn't been done in the past 11 years and I have a feeling it won't be done this year too.  Might want to think about being there in person.   hint-hint. ;)

I have done the auction for a few years with lady luv helping out as auctioneer.  The auction is very fast paced and trying to get together with folks on-line is very difficult to say to the least. 

Linda_Howell wrote on May 12^th, 2010 at 10:33am:

Done. One of them is Orange blossom special.   ;D ;D Ya gotta have a fiddle in the band for that one!  ;) jk

I don't care how much alcohol this man has had...he rocks,  and burns that fiddle up.

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   Actually Linda, I was thinking more along the line of having someone there bid up to a certain amount for me (proxy) as apposed to over the phone (online).
   Due to being back to work just part time, I can't afford the expense of going this year.
   If ya want what little money I can afford to give, that would have to be the way ya do it.

Mike

I understand Mike, but except for Mosaic wench who usually posts a pic of what she is going to donate..no one else does AND...usually we have no idea of what folks will bring til they show up or send it in.  Then someone would have to take pics and post it....do you see what I'm getting at?

Now when Pat posts a pic of her latest work of art that she will bring,  I will be happy to bid on that for you..

Hi all Terry here just need an address to send donation items to. My email add is gore2424@aol.com That is all. Ü

Terry,
Thanks in advance and one of us will get that info to you.  We have a board meeting Sunday and I'll get the info sorted out.

carolyn

Our registration is entering the snail mail system today.

Only two more days to avoid late registration fees!!!

Modified to add that the BoD has extended the late registration fee deadline to June 27th.

Haven't found a job yet, but I believe I'm supposed to be at the convention, so I'm trusting God to provide as He always has in the past.  Wrote the check out tonight to go in the mail in the AM.  Also reserved the room. 

I'll be by myself, and I reserved a double, so if someone (male :D) would like to share a room and save some coin I'd be happy to have a roomie.

Can't wait!  I think we have a great lineup this year, and I'm really excited to see some folks again, plus meet some that I feel like I know.

Jerry

Good news ! :)

Jerry, glad to hear you're coming! We'll miss your lovely bride this year.

Hi all Terry here still need an address to send donations for the auction. That is all & my email is gore2424@aol.com

Our list is growing for OUCH! Yay!

You folks are getting me very close to deciding to go.  How much is the late fee?   What kind of things go in the auction?  I'm a potter and would surely donate something.  I'm a newbie to the group and oh-so-slightly shy and haven't met up with other CH people before (I'm lucky enough to get migraines, too!)  Any art-enthusiasts who might like to go to the High Museum (maybe Thursday?).

Jim....your shyness will last about 2 minutes. Trust me on this. There is a bond among clusterheads that is recognized immediately.

Here is the link to the convention and it will answer all of your questions.

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Jim L wrote on Jul 4^th, 2010 at 9:38pm:

You folks are getting me very close to deciding to go.  How much is the late fee?   What kind of things go in the auction?  I'm a potter and would surely donate something.  I'm a newbie to the group and oh-so-slightly shy and haven't met up with other CH people before (I'm lucky enough to get migraines, too!)  Any art-enthusiasts who might like to go to the High Museum (maybe Thursday?).

Join us Jim, you won't regret it. We get all sorts of things for the auction and Pottery would be a nice addition. Might think about sturdy packaging since there are people flying in that might need to pack it for return home.

Hope to meet you there!

Jim,
Please do come!  It will be an experience like you've never known before.

Carolyn~aka~deltadarlin

OK Jim......enough!  Get yourself down to Atlanta and I LOVE ORIGINAL POTTERY! 

Meeting a whole room full of clusterheads, just like yourself, is something you will never ever forget.  There is an immediate bond that I really can't explain, but it's a feeling like none other.

Sandy

Jim.....I'm not even a clusterhead (supporter for years) but I can promise you this.....GO!!!  You'll never regret it...not for one minute.  It will probably be the biggest bonding experience of your life....right up there at the very least.  Talk about 'feeling the love'.

All righty, I'm in.   I just went to  Priceline.com got me a package deal of $421 for the flight and three nights room.  Not bad.  I'm getting there in the morning to go to a museum and then meet you folks. 

Because I'm a newbie and have been hit hard the past few weeks, is it inappropriate to ask if any clusterbuster types will be there for one-on-one alternative therapy talk?.  I've never used remotely illegal drugs, but at this point might consider at least hearing about the expereinces of a few people.

What's the late registration fee?  I'll go put some $$ in paypal.  Is it really too late to be included in the coordinated meals/dinners? 
Jim

Cool!

Jim,

Late fee registration is $125.  This gets you into all of the lectures from all four of our speakers, the banquet on Saturday night, and even a gorgeous OUCH T-shirt and a goody bag of goodies. 

And no, it's never to late to register.  We'll take you as a walk in at the door.

Go to the OUCH website (left of your screen) and click on the convention info at the top of the page.  It will walk you though everything, including what size t-shirt you want.  It will also direct you to the Ramada Atlanta Airport Conference Center where you can book your room.  Make sure you tell them you are with OUCH.


And, check your PM's

Sandy

Priceline.com  got me the flight I wanted and then turned it into a "family vacation at the aiport convention center for 3 nights at $43 /night. I'm getting there just before noon on Thursday and leave Sunday at Noon.   I'm looking forward to it!  With any luck I'll have a break in my cycle by then (Though the end of July is usually when CHs start to taper away and open up space for a few migraines to keep things interesting. 

I'm looking forward to meeting you!  See you there.  Btw, there will be a couple of people there who can speak with you about busting.  I'll leave it for them to get with you, but feel free to ask once there.  Most busters are not reticent to speak about it, but some are a bit careful what they say online.  On the other hand some are more open.  Of utmost importance, DON'T hesitate to ask questions while there, about busting or any other subject.  The only dumb question is the one you didn't ask.

Jerry

We're up to 32 33 (now) attendees confirmed!

Starting to look like some kind of movement!!!

Don

Sounds great! Maybe next year though. No way out this time.  :'(

We have been talking about a trip abroad sometime next year. But the time and destination is still open... Maybe 2011, finally. :)

When the location for 2011 is announced, I can begin planning a bit more.

All who are going... Have a great convention! Take LOTS of pics and post them for the rest of us... ;)

Sanna :)

just to let you all know i will be there with a supporter.
i am real excited to see ya all.

karl

            HMMM. I live in Birmingham, AL.
            I might be able to make it, but can't say for sure. Friday is probably out for me (work & all), but maybe Saturday & Sunday ....
             Whether I make it or not, would somebody please, please, please, ask one of the doctors there about the CyberKnife procedure, its success rate, side effects, etc. and how it compares to the Gamma Knife????? PLEASE!!!!
             Thanks everybody!!!!!

You have the #1 Neurologist in the world going to be there. If I were you, I would make a point of being there before I underwent a procedure like this.

Most of us will be leaving Sunday morning. The speakers will be Friday and Saturday. I hope you can make it.

Echoing what Jimi said - Birmingham is close enough to drive to Atlanta - the link below contains the convention info and most importantly the agenda. You should try to come if at all possible, especially since you are considering surgical options.

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Dumb question?   Is there oxygen available for in-room use at the conference?

Jim L wrote on Jul 15^th, 2010 at 12:48pm:

Dumb question?   Is there oxygen available for in-room use at the conference?

Yes.....sure is.