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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Bobert Date: 06 Oct 09 - 03:17 PM Well, Capt'n, you'd better stick around for awhile 'cause my buddy Amos has his eye on yer *job* of being the Getaway ladies man... Yup, I caught him several times tryin' a few of yer tricks on the womenz an' them tricks seemed to be workin'... Now, between you and me, I likes Amos like a brother but he ain't ready for the job... Maybe 'bout 5 more years under yer toolage (bad word, Boberdz...) but not right now... But ya' gotta give him credit fir thinkin' that he's, ahhhhhhh, up to the task... Sho nuff do... So eats yer veggies an' take yer pills an' all that... Okay??? Amos is a young man... He'll have plenty of good or fair years of harrumzimmerin' when you hang up yer harpoon... Just MO, of course... As fir Saturday night's jam in Peace Cabin, it was for me like being put into a time machine and taken back to me livin' in Richmond, Va. where there ain't no other music than bluegrass, country and old timey music... Fun, but hurt my bluesman head a little... But some fineass pickin' in there... Heck, when you look down to see what time it is thinkin' that it was like 11:00 and it's 2 in the mornin' that means that you been havin' some fun... Thanks EJ fir the great harp playin'... Thanks Amos fir yer great geetra pickin' and that great song to the Capt'n... Thanks KT fir, ahhhhh, what??? Not even lettin' me audition fir yer band??? Sheese... Thanks to the folks who came to the blues jam... We'll do better next year with schedulin' unless, ahhhhh, Bob Dylan or God dies this year...lol... Nice meetin' the folks from aldelpi records and I'll be in touch... And, boy, wasn't the food just great this year, or what??? B~ |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Lonesome EJ Date: 06 Oct 09 - 03:32 PM Kendall has already shared several secrets about seduction with Amos. At least, he taught him how to pet a chicken. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Ferrara Date: 06 Oct 09 - 03:39 PM Bobert -- the answer is "what." |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Amos Date: 06 Oct 09 - 03:40 PM Ah, Bobert, I yam thinking you need to stick to your slide, man, 'cuz your perspicacity in other areas of life is a good deal flawed, man. Just telling you as it is, ya know? ANd I am sorry about the time-dilation thing; guess I shoulda warned you. It's part of the Getaway turf, and sometimes it doesn't settle out for a week. I was trying to talk design review with someone in the office today, and was suddenly transported to listening to Hils doing "Lonely PLaces" and had to wait until she finished the sweet, piercing chorus until I could recollect my thoughts and return to business. Sheeshe! I guess it kind of shows where one would druther be. To be there listening to KT, or Hils, or Elizabeth, or Jim-Squared's bluegrass, would be a much preferable career if only I could negotiate the pay a little better... A A |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Ferrara Date: 06 Oct 09 - 03:40 PM Not sure why I bothered to go to Saturday breakfast but when i got there it was four kinds of high-fructose corn syrup with a little extra stuff in it. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: GUEST,Dani Date: 06 Oct 09 - 03:42 PM LeJ, the mind reels. Are you saying Amos didn't KNOW how to pet a chicken before this weekend? Dani |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Lonesome EJ Date: 06 Oct 09 - 03:55 PM That's what I'm saying. And what's more, neither did I. And apparently the same instruction holds true for women. This is according to Kendall, of course. I haven't had access to a chicken yet in order to test the theory. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: jacqui.c Date: 06 Oct 09 - 04:00 PM The Getaway just seems to get better with each passing year. So many great moments, it's difficult to recall them all right now. Dan Schatz doing an amazing version of Rolling Home at the Saturday night concert, with a dedication to Kendall. Amos and KT both singing their own songs dedicated to the Cap'n. I was absolutely flabbergasted that John Roberts had learned and sang Carrying Nelson Home for me at the Saturday night concert. That was such a treat. Hilary and Richard were just stupendous and I finally got to hear Richard sing Lady of Autumn, late on Sunday night. If that lad doesn't use that voice more often I'll be finding some sort of torture for him - that is too good a sound to waste! Hilary and Claire doing a harmony on Where Ravens Feed late Sunday night was just superb - such beautiful voices and they blended so well. The LaPrelles dueting on what sounded like an Elizabethan piece that same night was something I'm glad I didn't miss. Richard and Dave Diamond's parodies were absolutely spot on at the Parody workshop. Gordon Bok and Steve Cormier both gave wonderful mini concerts. Rita Ferrara''s Santa Lucia on Sunday night, with Zither accompaniment was so beautiful - Kendall enjoyed that so much. We had a twelve hour journey home, but the time seemed to go quickly with Carol for company. We completed the last leg of the journey with an almost full moon rising to accompany us home. When it first came up it was deep orange on the horizon, changing to silver as it climbed into the sky. Carol and I spent the day trawling a local thrift shop and then at the beach with Seamus, who I have now sprung from Auntie Mary. I think tomorrow may just be a relaxing day. Maybe I'll recall more of the highlights then. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Amos Date: 06 Oct 09 - 04:31 PM Lonesome, what you do with women is your business and it inspires some beautiful poems, but may I suggest you just leave the damn chickens alone? LOL! A |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: ClaireBear Date: 06 Oct 09 - 05:17 PM Just arrived home and washed the road dust off my feet. It will be some time before I make up the deprival of sleep. But the fullness of the music I hold in my heart may carry me through until the next Getaway comes round. Too many high points to list them all, but singing with Hils and sharing a song with Anglo were two of them. Meeting -- and singing with -- KT. Waking up to Tinker on Sunday morning. Rooming with the lovely and talented Janie. Hearing LEJ's virtuoso blues harp. Getting to know Bruce and Amos better. Hanging with Micca (which was great, even with Mary MIA). Watching Barry sing (hearing too, but with Barry it's a visual thing, too). Visiting with Jacqui and Kendall. And that late night singing session on Sunday, which was the stuff of memory and dream. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Leadfingers Date: 06 Oct 09 - 05:58 PM Muter Mutter Mutter !!! NEXT YEAR !!! |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Amos Date: 06 Oct 09 - 06:29 PM I reallu have to second the thanks that was expressed to the whole crew who make this happen every year. It is a real joy to have this in our lives, and the friendships and memories are beyond all price. Charlie, Carly, and so many others who do the work--thank you all so much. A |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: skarpi Date: 06 Oct 09 - 06:33 PM 2010 then its five years since I a came last ,so if I start savin for the airfare now to NY or Boston , can someone give me a lift to the Getaway ? :>) I hope those crisis I am in will be down the drain by then . There must be away for me to save some money , I am startin playin and I am on me way to the studio , so I could sell my cd . so no mouning and wouning and what ever its called . me and my guitar has a plan , Terry are you with me !! John Giok !! Maeve !! and Megan !!! are we the Vikings gonna be there ? :>) I might even visit N-Carolina ......:>) I am goin gon tour with my band now in November so I should be able to get the airfare secured . Amos I know its a long time but get ready to paint the Getaway all night long with music . no I am drunk , I did not fall on my head this is mt coal .... . all the best Skarpi there is no way back from this one . |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Bill D Date: 06 Oct 09 - 06:37 PM Indeed, Amos...and many, many thanks to those who did barely noticed tasks like bring the late night snacks, cleaning up after the late night snacks, moving chairs, etc...and to those NON_locals who did much of the silent auction set-up and organizing. Janie and Jacqui and even Tinker, when she managed to arrive.(did I miss anyone?) It has become a community...it's just a shorter drive for some of us. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: GUEST,Pete the Spy Date: 06 Oct 09 - 08:32 PM I had assumed that I knew what I was missing during the years I was inattending; I was wrong by much and many. Whether in regard to music, to friendships, or to any other aspects (even the food wasn't intolerable), I am most grateful for the invitation, the hospitality, the chance to inflict my voice upon you, and elsewhat. In the words of our Governor, "I'll be back". |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Janie Date: 06 Oct 09 - 08:42 PM Hilary was also a big help with the auction. Tinker, I apologize, because I think it was me who doused your jacket when I doused myself for the second time in 20 minutes with "grape juice" after not putting the lid on the travel cup correctly. Sorry. (I think I had to change clothes three times Sunday night - you can dress me up, but you can't take me out!) Every year I look forward to hearing Lucy sing with David on harp and Ron on viola. I wish you all would put out a CD. Awoke late Sunday morning to the sound of Gordon Bok and his wife playing harp and concertina (I think - I didn't see) - just the two of them in the quiet living area of the lodge. Actually, it worried me at first. I thought maybe I had died during the night and gone to heaven until I opened my eyes to see the bunk overhead. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Amos Date: 06 Oct 09 - 08:48 PM I have just uploaded all my video clips to a DVD as the first step to putting them on-line for all to enjoy. I warn you ahead of time my hand is sometimes shaky, and I did NOT realize that when I hum along the sound really carries and seems disproportionate in the videos. But they will certainly communicate the flavor and I will do better next year. This was my first time out of the box with the Flip recorder, which I treasure and recommend. There are some great moments among them -- Gordon doing an instrumental piece, Hils doing "Where Ravens ". One of the great treats this year was the authentic Western voice of Steve Cormier, who joined us for the first time, a real-world wrangler and bareback rider who knows the ropes of good and authentic Western US songs better than anyone I've heard. Thanks for making the scene, Steve!! A |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Jeri Date: 06 Oct 09 - 08:52 PM I'm gonna have to get back there if Mr Thespy's going. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Janie Date: 06 Oct 09 - 09:00 PM Hurray, Amos. I hope you got Rita's performance of Santa Lucia. And I hope you got KT's performance, which I managed to miss. And I hope you got.... I don't think I had my camera out at all, and will very much look forward to seeing everyone's pictures and videos. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: kendall Date: 06 Oct 09 - 09:16 PM Once again I'd like to thank all you great people who do the work to put this thing on every year. Your effort is greatly appreciated. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Gorgeous Gary Date: 06 Oct 09 - 09:26 PM Still trying to recover over here in Rockville. Not helped by the fact last night was practice for the Renaissance dance group I play for--and I didn't want to skip a third consecutive session--plus one of our furballs was meowing and scratching at the bedroom door several times during the night. If she wasn't so cute, she'd be mittens and guitar strings... Had a blast this weekend! Still can't quite wrap my head around the concept of a WARM Getaway. Kept wanting to let my inner Hemingway Cat out and just curl up on the grass and bask. Pretty much agree with everything everyone else has said. Hope someone got a recording of Steve Cormier's Aberdeen song from the "States and Cities" workshop. Hee! Lots of nice chats with the Goddards, Micca & Tinker, Pete & Carly & Dean, Rita, and many others. Had fun co-hosting workshops with Severn and Amos. Enjoyed meeting Hilary & Richard and seeing KT again. More commentary can be found here on my LiveJournal. And last, but certainly not least, the link to what I perpetrated on Saturday. 'Cuz I know y'all want it... 8-) |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Amos Date: 06 Oct 09 - 10:13 PM Gary, thatt song is an absolute crackup!!! Getaway 2009 Clip #1: Charmion singing "Hey, LIbido". Posting these clips will be a long slow process. A |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Big Mick Date: 06 Oct 09 - 10:19 PM Shit! It just makes my ass ache to think I missed what appears to have been a stellar weekend. This damned CD better (and will) be worth the sacrifice. I was still holding out hope I could get done ande get there at a decent hour, but it just wasn't to be. I was so looking forward to seeing friends, hugging my KT, and meeting and giving a hug to Hils so she could see that Col (God be good to him) wasn't the only big man capable of great hugs.....**chuckle**. And Dani (be still my fluttering heart) and the girls, Jacqui and the wrinkled arse old fella, Kiran and his folks, Amos and LEJ (at least I didn't have to wear a funny hat and spring for Makers Mark).....and on and on. Next year, I promise.. besides, ..... Vikings will be in town. All the best, Mick |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Amos Date: 06 Oct 09 - 10:42 PM Getaway 2009 Clip 2:Peace Cabin Jam -- Chance&Suzette "School House on the Hill" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hvH2ckBzszQ |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Amos Date: 06 Oct 09 - 10:59 PM Getaway 2009 Clip 3: Chance&Suzette Shiver "Going to the West" from the Shiver Workshop. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: ClaireBear Date: 06 Oct 09 - 11:39 PM Mick, we missed you. And I had a very important hug to deliver from the western office of Lane, Fielding, Patterson & Swan, which will now have to wait a year. Do come! Mmario, any future relatives who get born, married, baptized or what-have-you that weekend next year will simply have to do it in West River, Maryland. Please explain this to them early and clearly and make absolutely sure they have grasped the concept. And Mary, don't make me come up there... (Well, actually, DO make me come up there, but just to visit; don't make me come up there to drag you down to the Getaway.) Bobert, I forgot to mention you in the list of people it's a pleasure to know better -- and to hear better! That's some damn fine blues you be pickin'. And thanks for the conversation. I have neglected to adequately thank all the Getaway organizers. I've thanked in person those I know about and could find at the end of the weekend, but I know there are many of you I haven't met or whose roles I don't suspect. So thank you one and all for working so hard to put on this wonderful, unique event that is the highlight of my year. Cheers, Claire |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Joe Offer Date: 06 Oct 09 - 11:42 PM I said goodbye to Hilary and Richard this morning, and headed off to a railroad museum in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. They were going to fly back to England late this evening. It was a real treat to spend time with them - and Big Mick called while we were touring the Delmarva Peninsula, so it was nice to have him with us at least by phone. It sure was nice to see everyone. -Joe- |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Tinker Date: 06 Oct 09 - 11:55 PM Condensing the entire Getaway experience into little more than 24 hours seems to make sorting the whole thing out more difficult than usual. There were so many foks I wanted to talk to and it seemed I barely had a chance to say hello, never mind catch up... And there were new folk I never got to meet. Here are a few memories Photos and Video Clips Tinker PS: Kendall dear, as long as Jacqui will let me, it is a privledge to have my hands all over you.... |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Bobert Date: 07 Oct 09 - 08:31 AM Nice meetin' you, too, Claire... Next year we'll get more time to actually converse... The problem with the Getaway fir me is that it seems that every year somethin' gets in the way and I end up with only one day... Not enough... B~ |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Janie Date: 07 Oct 09 - 09:20 AM Annie sent me a few pics she took that I uploaded to flickr. See if this link works. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Ferrara Date: 07 Oct 09 - 10:43 AM Omigosh. Amos, Tinker, Annie, thank you! Until we get the knack of doing the cloning workshop, photos and videos will be the next best thing. Especially nice to hear and see so much of the blues jam. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Tinker Date: 07 Oct 09 - 12:10 PM Rita one of my highlight moments is caught in that little one minute slice of video while Darryl sings Mist Covered Mountains and your voice carries over on the chorus. Your love and pride were palpable. Next year I start with an empty memory card..... |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: GUEST,Dani Date: 07 Oct 09 - 02:45 PM Mick: "I promise" hmmmm.... where have I heard THAT before? If you and the Viking DON'T show up next year, woe betide... Dani |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: GUEST Date: 07 Oct 09 - 04:09 PM Yeah Tinker, I try not to embarrass Darriel by letting it show too much.... Another fine moment a bit later was when John Roberts asked Darriel to start from the top on "Row On" so John could accompany him on the concertina. It sounded magnificent. Darriel has been to the Getaway every year of his life but one, and said this year was The Best So Far. - Rita |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Amos Date: 07 Oct 09 - 04:10 PM Mick: Do NOT make Dani come over there mad. It is bad for your health... A |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: skarpi Date: 07 Oct 09 - 04:22 PM If the Vikings ........... Mick the only thing now that will stop us is that the navegating would be wrong as you remember it did not work very well last time Irish, scottish Icelandic goin on in the same car travelin to Getaway ? :>) hee hee never forget that . Dani I already have the first 100$ to use to the trip so I hope in February I can get the ticket . love to you all Skarpi Iceland |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: GUEST,Roger in Baltimore Date: 07 Oct 09 - 04:30 PM I was able to drag Marge back to a Getaway this year and she rues the fact that she missed the last two. The weather was fabulous! The new dining hall was quite impressive and comfortable to be in. It has terrible acoustics turning background conversation into a "dull roar". I don't know if it was just me, but I kept thinking I heard people singing in the hall during meal time. I played "Breakfast Blues" at the Saturday night concert. I asked LEJ to join. We did not do anything like practice. We did check that we were going to kick it off in the same key. LEJ plays a fine sounding harp, but to put the icing on the cake, he listens to what is happening in the song and follows along. Marge said it was the best version of "BB" she's heard (and she hates the song). I am always amazed at the new people who show up. Richard sang wonderfully the multiple times I heard them. Steve Cormier discussed the evolution of "Home on the Range" and "Yellow Rose of Texas". I knew some of the story, but he added more history to both. The folk process does not always result in positive changes. There were too many workshops to attend (I even missed the Parody Workshop for the first time ever). And there were so many old friends. It is amazing how you step into a special place where you have not been for a year and feel somehow like you never left it. My thanks to all of the FSGW for their Getaway creation. Roger in Baltimore |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Amos Date: 07 Oct 09 - 04:36 PM It is amazing how you step into a special place where you have not been for a year and feel somehow like you never left it. This is a really unusual phenomenon; for the last two years, LEJ and I have driven down from BWI, and we have both remarked that when you turn off Chalk Point Road onto the Getaway driveway, it is exactly like going back through the Looking Glass, or down the rabbit hole, or some such, into a continuum that is unmarred for the passing of a year, and things start up as though there had been no interruption; the passing year is something that happened in dream-time, and this is being back in the Real World. I know some folks would say it is the other way around, but that's my version and I'm sticking to it!! :D A |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: jacqui.c Date: 07 Oct 09 - 04:47 PM I totally agree - there really doesn't seem to be a gap in time once we're on site. Friendships just slide back into place and the whole experience just seems so right! |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Barry Finn Date: 07 Oct 09 - 05:25 PM Hi skarpi If you get to Boston you will be well looked after & you'll have a special window seat for the ride back & forth is you can stand the blurr as we travel thru traffic at light speed. You missed a great one, don't do it again Best of luck getting here Barry |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Bill D Date: 07 Oct 09 - 05:28 PM To make up for not having the memory card for my camera last year, I have between 125-150 pics to share this year (depending on almost dupes, blurs and 'things too fierce to mention') I will 'try' to get a few up tomorrow, but final sorting & labeling may take into next week. (I often take wide shots of the scene, instead of the fantastic close-ups that others do...just to show what the ambiance was like.) |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Lonesome EJ Date: 07 Oct 09 - 05:29 PM In fact, there are some songs performed at the nightly concerts which have so many verses that I am pretty sure the singers never really end them, but are just catching their breath between Getaways. Could a forty verse limit be declared? Is that heretical? I know its Folk Music, but some of these ditties make The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald seem like an exercise in brevity. They would make Homer excuse himself for a bathroom break. Even Milton would need three or four cups of coffee to keep from doing a face plant into his zither. Thank God we all get to sing along on the choruses, because that we way we can tell if the person in the seat next to us has expired or not. Not to mention any names of the guilty. Micca. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: skarpi Date: 07 Oct 09 - 05:38 PM Barry , I wont miss it , I am goin on Friday to Icelandair becouse I am told that I have already saved some amount there witch I can use to get the ticket , so there is no turning back this time , and next year will be five years since last time . thank you for all the pictures and the videos :>) I have already bookmarked them all . all the best Skarpi Iceland . I will let you know on witch airport I will fly . |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Bill D Date: 07 Oct 09 - 05:53 PM Leej...I do agree. I think a 'basic' time limit would be the way to go. We have coped with this for all of the 30 years I have been going...(we used to allow TWO songs...this was changed to one a number of years ago to allow more spots/groups/persons) Not every number fits neatly, and people DO like to have something special for this once-a-year shindig, but we really need to control the overall length. I will do some gentle lobbying as next year approaches... (oh...gee, looks like I already started...*grin*) |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Ferrara Date: 07 Oct 09 - 06:02 PM Well my own feeling about a time limit is that I'm agin it. Maybe that's because one of the very longest songs was about a situation that Bill and I witnessed as it was happening.... Besides, all we're going to do after the concert is sing some more, right? |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Noreen Date: 07 Oct 09 - 06:36 PM Something inside me is aching as I am reading this thread- it is almost like I was there as I can imagine so many of these wonderful things from your descriptions... the wonder of the amazing-ness of the experience comes over very well. So, I am sharing it with you, though not there with you. Hoping to hear all that amazing-ness from Hils and Richard- and see it in their faces- when I next see them! |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Barry Finn Date: 07 Oct 09 - 07:20 PM I wish you had made it to Noreen, it's been way to long Barry |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Maryrrf Date: 07 Oct 09 - 07:41 PM Well I'm still feeling the afterglow of the Getaway, and looking forward to the next one, especially since my favorite Viking has promised to be there! The weather couldn't have been more perfect, and the evenings were lovely with the full moon shining on the tranquil water. The new dining hall made mealtimes much better, and I do believe the food has improved each year we've been there. It still reminds me of the food at my elementary school cafeteria, but it's quite palatable and there's plenty of it, plus assorted sides and salads and 24/7 snacks provided by FSGW. As always there were too many workshops to choose from and I was distressed that I couldn't be everywhere at once. I was glad there were two ballad workshops. (I went to both, of course!). The "Songs not in English" was fun too - where Rita did Santa Lucia with her zither, and Charmion treated us to "Un Canadien Errant" and told us the history behind the song. Highlights - well there were so many. Amiel Schotz had everybody in stitches with his comedy scetch about an unfortunate Scottish gnome named Poppity. Dan Schatz sang a beautiful version of Rolling Home (to old New England - for Kendall) and Amos's self penned song about romance in the latter part of life (dedicated to Kendall and Jaqui) was one of the most beautiful I've heard in a long time. Everything John Roberts sang was wonderful. And let's not forget Charmion and Edmund who always come up with interesting songs and do them beautifully every time. MGAS (Hils) was a treat, and when Richard let loose with that gorgeous voice at the Saturday night concert everyone was enthralled. There really are too many higlights to recall each one individually, but the best part is, as others have said, the camaraderie and the feeling of being with old and dear friends, even though you only see them once a year. This year I had to leave Sunday evening and missed the Sunday concert. I hope I can stay for the full three nights next year. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Maryrrf Date: 07 Oct 09 - 07:49 PM Oh and I forgot to mention how great Jacqui's singing is these days. I commented on it and she said she'd been working on it a lot. It shows! |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Amos Date: 07 Oct 09 - 08:00 PM I will be remiss tonight as I am giving a presentation at a softwar e club but I will post more videos tomorrow. A |
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