I keep telling folks I'm ALL about the people - and this weekend it was. Holy Shit folks.
You see, there was this get together.....it was fantastic. And I really want to tell you all about it. And I'm going to. Actually I need to - so many thoughts and images in my head.
But there are a couple of issues. One...my keyboard is screwed up. No. Really, it's the keyboard. Trust me. Anyway - I don't have time to figure out what is wrong....which leads to Two....my landlord sold the duplex I live in. I find out as I'm getting out of the car after driving 12 hours that not only do I need to get everything "inspection worthy" but the new landlord is raising my rent. Trust me when I tell you this place is barely worth what I'm paying now.....
So - let me just put a couple of teasers out there regarding the weekend......Eric and his wonderful wife are the host and hostess of dreams. Beautiful home, incredible scenerie, great food his ribs are better than mine and patience. Patience. Patience. It was just such a great time. I can never thank you enough.
I got to hug my girl. I hadn't seen Bou in a little over 6 months. Oh, we talk - but I got to hug her. AND her sister. I love them. I just flat out love them. Bou and I hung out in the kitchen for a bit as normal for us and then we just got to chill. But best of all - I could just look across the room and see her. I could listen and hear her laugh. THAT ROCKED.
Sissy made the trip. All the way from Yuma. I'm so glad. I got to hug her too.... We roomed together so we got to talk and giggle like school girls ok, I did but she is trooper to put up with me I just love spending time with her. And she made me be all girly and stuff....but it was fun.
I had the honor of getting to listen and even sing a tune or two with Jimbo and Denny. Holy Shit them boys ROCK. It was killing me not knowing the lyrics. I'm gonna have to work on that.....I forgot how wonderful it is to just make music.
Oh - and I got to run my fingers through Jimbo's Great Farookin' Hair. And it's everything they say it is........
I got to meet, face to face, my BlogDaughter Army Wife. One of the most wonderful women I've had the opportunity to meet. All smiles and laughter, caring and, well, genuine goodness. I. Love. Her. Take her blog...multiply it by 100 and you get a glimpse, just a glimpse of how great she is.
Holy cow - I just keep going on and on......and this is supposed to just be a teaser - kinda like normal for me. I gotta go. Damnit.
Anyway - I had the opportunity to meet Key and her charming Husband, Princess Cat, Zonker, Redneck, and RSM. Spent time with Blackfive, Harvey, TNT, John and Beth, and Johnny Oh. DAMNIT - I know I'm missing some... Poor T1G was stuck driving the 12 hour one way drive with me. It'll be interesting to see if he ever talks to me again. kidding I got stories to tell and those will be posted tonite. Meanwhile - I gotta get busy....
But I just had to tell you - I had the best time.......Because you see, it really is all about the people.
Posted by Tammi at October 31, 2005 07:13 AM... oh yeah... it's all about the people... we sure had one surly herd, didn't we?... marvelous time, marvelous...
.. and as for the ribs?... you are too kind, dear... ;)
Posted by: Eric at October 31, 2005 07:48 AMmmMMmmm...ribs.
Posted by: Ogre at October 31, 2005 07:58 AMI think Army Wife is the funniest woman I have ever met in my entire life. Maybe the funniest person. Between she and my sister, they had me laughing so hard I had to make sure a bathroom was nearby so I didn't wet myself. Holy shit that was good stuff.
And did you notice how TALL I was next to you in my TALL boots!!! LOL!!
I miss you girl. You're the best. It was so good to see you...
Damn, I can't believe I didn't run my hand through Jim's hair. Shoot. I think I was too busy hanging on he and Denny's every word.
Posted by: Bou at October 31, 2005 09:00 AMYeah Dawn - eye to eye - if I was sitting. :-o
Posted by: Tammi at October 31, 2005 09:12 AMyeah, those were real tears leaving you....damn where does time go.
yeah you need to get your tall gorgeous self down here.
I am also glad you "Mother" this group of
folks....
the manicotti was delicious, and I will be making it....probably monthly now.
you are welcome in my very humble abode any time.
and.....OH...yeah for the record, first impressions are not my deal....SURPRISE NOT.
I LOVE YOU!!
Posted by: armywifetoddlermom at October 31, 2005 11:04 AMI soooo wish I was there!
Posted by: oddybobo at October 31, 2005 01:10 PMI knew that you would love meeting some of those guys. They are awesome! I'll just have to go to the next one so I won't be so freakin' jelous... that or coax Teresa and maybe Jim to help host a northeast bloggers meet in about 8-10 months.
As for your personal going on's I will say a prayer for smooth sailing and an even better move if that's to be.
Posted by: michele at October 31, 2005 01:18 PMHow great was it to finally get to meet you? Let me answer that for you. It was simply super. Oh, and the manicotti was superb!
Posted by: Jim - PRS at November 1, 2005 12:23 AMI can't stand it! Everybody getting their summaries up, and yet...when I enter blogworld, my "charming" hubbie barks at me to get back to work!!
Ah, spouses working together; what a beautiful thing.
So good to finally meet you girl, and so sorry that you were tackled in an embrace before you had a clue who I was! ;)
Wish we could have stayed longer.
Posted by: Key at November 1, 2005 04:32 PM