Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: wysiwyg
Date: 21 Oct 04 - 08:38 PM

I dunno about calming-- I just treated them like MEN. Feed them up good and then point the way to the bed, let the food work its magic....

~Susan

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Ferrara
Date: 21 Oct 04 - 08:59 PM

LOL Susan.

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: GUEST,Fortunato, over...
Date: 21 Oct 04 - 09:08 PM

Micca, me lad, you phoned that you'd pm me your flight but nothing's appeared. I'll meet the United at Dulles at 4:30 from manchester, but a flight # can be helpful! Resend it, chum.

I enjoyed Big Micks mini, and Bobert's Blues. Max's songs at Bobert's Blues and the Skiffle workshop were very good. Gutbucketeer gets better every year. Alaska Mike writes wonderful songs, and sings beautifully. Danie and Janie gave arresting kazoo solos. more memories as the brain charges.

cheers

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Dani
Date: 21 Oct 04 - 09:17 PM

Janie, I told you not to bring the damn kazoos. Now that's what we'll be famous for, and they won't have us back again!

Dani

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Susan A-R
Date: 21 Oct 04 - 09:17 PM

Still bursting into song at unusual moments and smiling at various and sundry memories. Purrrrr

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: beardedbruce
Date: 21 Oct 04 - 09:19 PM

Dani,

You are always welcome back.




Even WITH the kazoos.

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Bobert
Date: 21 Oct 04 - 09:20 PM

Yeah, I enjoyed Max's sound as well. I tried to get him to come on down to the Archie Edwards Blues Foundation where, as you know Chance, I play every Saturday but he says its too far. I'll work on him. It'd be good to see you down there, as well...

Bobert

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Janie
Date: 21 Oct 04 - 09:41 PM

Hunh!!! And this from the woman who looked me dead in the eye on the trip up and said, "Janie, every song is a good kazoo song."

And now Chance wants to arrest us for it! Boy, the trouble I get into, hangin' out with the likes of you, Dani.

XXOO
Janie

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: KT
Date: 21 Oct 04 - 10:28 PM

Well, friends, I really don't know where to begin. I am flabbergasted by the experience!!! (Isn't that a great word?!!)

For several years, I have been watching the Getaway threads and have felt such joy for all of you who attended, and an ever-deepening desire to participate. Last year was a distinct possibility, but I ended up traveling to NY for my niece's wedding in September and couldn't do both. So I determined that this was going to be the year of my first Getaway. Well, folks, it surpassed my wildest imaginings in talent, diversity, generosity, joy, love, surprise and hilarity. (Oh yeah, and cold!)

Ebbie and I began our Getaway by meeting Fotunato and Micca in the parking lot of our hotel. As I looked over the railing to see who was out there, I heard, "What light from yonder window breaks...." And it was all chuckles and grins from there. At Fortunato's, we were treated to a wonderful meal prepared by his dear wife, and then a grand music circle. TJ taught us a song in which we all had to take a break. Now the only guitar break I've ever taken was when I set it down to go and get a cup of coffee! So I was feeling a little (okay, a LOT) intimidated, but with their support, I stumbled through it, (like I had a choice?) and everyone was so very kind! We had a great time sharing music, and I remember remarking at the end of the evening, that if this was all there was to the Getaway, I'd go home happy. Ron Davies and everyone else assured me that that was just the beginning, and indeed it was!

I'm afraid to begin writing of all of the things that gave me such great joy over those few days, because it would be so long that it would probably crash this site for weeks. I think I'll have to write bits and pieces, over a period of several days.

For now, I will say that meeting all of you has been such a thrill! I was so excited every time I met someone new and put a face to the name I'd seen and " known" from these threads. There was no way to disguise the fact that I was a newbie! You are all more wonderful than I could
have realized from these threads and I'm so grateful to have been so welcomed into the fold.

After the Getaway, in our hotel room Monday night, Ebbie and I said goodnight to each and every one of you!! (in The Waltons fashion) Just couldn't help ourselves! (more confirmation that we're a bit....what did Bobert say, looney?)

We left our hotel at 5 the next morning to head back home. And ya wanna know the best part? We ALREADY have our plane tickets to come back next year!!!!!! NO KIDDING!!!!!!! The flight was overbooked by two and they offered us each a free ticket if we'd give up our seats!!! Now which of you wonderful folks arranged THAT, huh? There was so much magic in the weekend, that that wouldn't surprise me in the least!!

I'll post again soon, with memories, but for now, thank you , thank you, thank you, one and all, for welcoming me, and sharing such a delightful weekend. You're all fabulous and I'm so very grateful!!

KT

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Bobert
Date: 21 Oct 04 - 10:35 PM

Well, I din't mean you, KT, but now that Iz heard more of the story....

Nevermind...

Sniff...

Bobert

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: KT
Date: 21 Oct 04 - 11:03 PM

S'okay, Bobert. Now the truth is out. We may be looney, but, we're in grand company!!

Actually, I questioned our sanity a time or two, over the weekend. For instance, there we were, sitting in a room in the wee hours, where we could see our breath, our knees were knocking from the cold and did we have the good sense to go and crawl into our sleeping bags to try to get some sleep and warm up? Heck no! There was music to be made!

And Ebbie was right! My teeth DID hurt from clenching and chattering in the cold!

Bobert, .......foxy???? After three days of camping and wearing all of my clothes all the time in an attempt to stay warm, I WAS feeling a little varmint-like, but foxes never entered my mind!

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: jacqui.c
Date: 21 Oct 04 - 11:36 PM

KT - believe me there is no way you could not be foxy. Believe me I am 100% hetero but I know exactly what Bobert meant and my husband felt that way about you as well. I met a lot of people that I fell in love with last weekend but you were one of the highlights. I am so glad that you already have your tickets for next year! I think that us ladies will have to turn the Getaway on its head in 2005 - I already have cunning plans............

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: wysiwyg
Date: 21 Oct 04 - 11:38 PM

Well Rita, that's how I keep Hardi functioning. Sometimes he's too tired to drop off when any fool could see he needs to. But I learned (on Oprah!) that some foods have a tranquilizing effect as they metabolize-- so high-fat (the good kinds) snacks or meals have often sent Hardi off for a nice long snooze. ("I can't, really, I won't sleep tonight if I..... zzzzzzz")

I ain't saying I was RIGHT in my diagnosis, but a little barbecue and a little lentil stew with cinnamon and cloves and olive oil and red wine can be highly therapeutic with a beer! These high-testosterone types seem to work that way. So I ain't sayin' .... but I'm just sayin'.....

~Susan

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Bobert
Date: 21 Oct 04 - 11:52 PM

Ahhhhh, cunning plans, Jacqui? Like what you all have in mind? Hey, I don't need no details. I will do just fine with an overall sketch of the conspiracy...

Oh, I get it! Dumb me! You all is gonna do one of them food things on us next year. Ha, that's all I have to say... Thanks fir letting the Mudact outtta the bag, WIS*^%*)... I'll be ready... Hey, guys, we ain't eatin' nuthin' next year! I mean nuthin' 'cept beer that we open... Don't let the womenz open no beer fir ya 'cause I have it from a good source that they is gonna try to put health food in it! Horrors...

Whew! You ain't messin' with the average hillbilly here, womenz... Iz driven by a college... Ha! Didn't think you knew that!

Right guys? No food...

Bobert

p.s. See, KT. Even my pal Kendall agrees with me... but we still ain't eatin' no food next year... No, sir mam... Right Kendall? Kendall?

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Pauline L
Date: 21 Oct 04 - 11:59 PM

Just a few, this time, for starters.

Playing all kinds of fiddle tunes with Susan A-R
Playing all kinds of tunes with David and Lucy
The double rainbow Saturday late afternoon (I read later that I95 north of Balto. was closed about then because of numerous accidents resulting from sleet and glare on the road. We got a rainbow! We're blessed. I think there's a song in there.)
Seeing Laura Sailer, in total bliss, lost to the outside world, playing the harp Saturday night.
Eric Cole, who brought the harp for Laura to play.
Playing violin duets (classical music) on Saturday night with Lisa Sailer, a talented, accomplished, enthusiastic, and absolutely delightful young lady.
All that candied ginger! I brought some home with me. I knew I'd be too tired to go grocery shopping. Thank you, Bruce.
Charlie Baum, the great organizer, who took care of everyone and their problems. Thank you, Charlie.
My winter weight sleeping bad, winter coat, 3 sweaters, and warm shirt.
The food, which was somewhat better this year than last year.
Dick Greenhaus's session on collecting songs, with the added bonus of CDs for all attendees with the the songs he played and discussed.

More later...

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Micca
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 01:49 AM

Chance, my boy what you need from my message is " I am due at Dulles on United flight No 8086 at 4.20 pm ya evil od Scrote

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Roger the Skiffler
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 03:58 AM

Wonderful stories, BUT (whimper, whimper) we the deprived (OK, depraved!)need more PICTURES on the Events page.

RtS
(pretty please!)

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Bat Goddess
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 07:01 AM

Nothing wrong with kazoos -- I've got a full key-range fine tuned set myself. (DON'T tell Curmudgeon!!!)

I was once accompanied on a song by 4 female types playing Slinkies -- yes, Slinkies can be a musical instrument . . .

Linn

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: GUEST,Lorraine
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 08:30 AM

Too many responces to too many posts. A memory I'll cherish is Allan my son(at 22 no longer a kid) singing Kilkelly Ireland and my crying. All of his singing participation and Dick Swains gracious sharing leading the Sea Songs with Allan and Darriel. Just makes me want to sing and cry at hte same time and that doesn't work too well! There were too few kids here this year. I don't necessarily want them under foot but they do absorb the music just by being there. Allan shares one of his favorite memories of just walking from one cabin to another or trudging up the hill that there's music wafting through the air-all kinds of music-harps, hurdie gurdie guitar wash tubs...Kids need this so yes there's always room for a small one at the get a way- to my mind anyway. The McDonald's generous singing and Mary's singing Rise Up Mr. Rathbone in the singing the fishin workshop. Very special. And Geroge Stephens Black Fly at the Frozen North. And Sauls masterful harmonica playing, Alaska Mikes hugs and Dani's glow at Sunday nights concert. Rita's sharing the Silk Merchant Daughter with Elizabeth,and the few other stalwarts who weren't done with ballads. So beautiful. Thank you ~ Lorraine.

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: DonMeixner
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 09:02 AM

Since I was not able to attend, yet again, will there be more pictures posted soon? We are avid shutter bugs, there must be a few more photos yet.

Don

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Janie
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 09:18 AM

Woke my hubby up last night when I started laughing about memories I was replaying in my head.

The skiffle porch jam with Max, Jeff, Jim and Dani was definitely a highlight. The dynamic duo of Tinker and Sinsull (AKA Mutt & Jeff)Alaska Mike's wonderful bass harmonies. Rita sharing the song she wrote (I Like (love?) Trees, Not Tail-lights)in the Nature et.al. sing around, and the story of its making, acompanied by the rain, thunder and lightning, with the Rainbow as a grand finale to the workshop!!! I felt like we had summoned all of it with our singing.

Have you ever seen such wonderfully open, clear-eyed, friendly faces as those of Judy and Dennis Cook? Well, maybe Joe Offer is a match for them. The sheepish look on Allan C.'s face as he confessed to never have played a kazoo before. Getting the beautiful scarlett runner bean seeds from Lynn, and the shared love of gardening and plants with Bobert and Lynn,all of us talking a hundred miles an hour. Charlie Baum's half elfish-half buddha smile. Being serenaded by Dick Greenhaus just outside his booth just because I was lucky enough to be walking by when the spirit moved him to burst into song!
Our servers just went down so I hope I don't lose this post.

Janie

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Bill D
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 11:41 AM

I seem to have lost a day in my (attempted) recovery and sleep, and it is TODAY I need to set up for a craft show this weekend, so my pictures will be slightly delayed....I will try to get some up this evening and/or tomorrow evening, but may not finish till Monday or so....gee, how time flies when you are numb...*grin*

where ARE all the other pictures I saw being taken?

(I have pics of Max, Joe Offer and Pene Azul together!..and with Bobert too....at least one of them is NOT a computer program)

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Bill D
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 01:36 PM

just to whet the appetite, here is Pene Azul, Bobert, Joe Offer,Max, Kendall, and Jacqui

and the rainbow that appeared over the dining hall after Bobert's blues session.

yeah, there are more of all of those...

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Dani
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 01:45 PM

Thank you, Bill!

I thought I had maybe imagined that. How could any weekend this wonderful have been topped by anything less?

I think Janie's right. It was conjured. Just couldn't hold that much joy and fun down on the ground.

Dani

Subject: SBADD: His English Rose (Mick Lane)
From: Big Mick
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 02:44 PM

For those interested, this is the song I sang to Jacqui and Kendall. It is set to the tune of "Red is the Rose".

His English Rose


Come over the sea, darling Jacqui come to me,
Come over the sea to your lover
You are my rose, love, and we will take our vows,
And we'll share our true love forever

CHORUS:
She is the English rose in whose heart his love does grow,
And he will be her one love for—all days;
They will sail on to where the two become as one
And share their lives now and for al—ways

Through English country side and London's streets so wide
Where we came to know our love was everlasting;
Twas there we set our sails through calm seas and for gales
And we swore we would face both to-gether

CHORUS

At anchor here this day, friends from near and far away
Our friendship and our love be with you al—ways
We wish you God's good speed, calm and tranquil seas
And love's fair winds in your sails for—all days.

CHORUS

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Catherine Jayne
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 02:54 PM

Thats beautiful Mick, thank you for sharing.

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Tinker
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 03:52 PM

jacqui did you say cunning plans.... I expect a full share in the plannning and implementation. This time we have fewer sensibilities and protocals to respect... Oh boy this will be fun. Maybe I can order the neon boas this time????

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Carly
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 04:44 PM

Jacqui, count me in on these cunning plans......and please deliver hugs from us to KathWestra; we missed her this time around, and will take NO excuses for next year!

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: GutBucketeer
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 05:12 PM

Ok, After previous Getaways I've rushed home and been the first to post my thoughts and memories. This year I actually tried to get something done at work and have resisted posting until now. I was sort of hugging my thoughts and memories into myself and trying to perserve the feeling of last weekend. Memories kept popping up though and this darned thread drew me like some huge magnet. So I got sh##**! done. I was useless.

A lot of the public memories have already been stated. Here are some of mine that are a little more off the beaten path. They are not in any particular order.

Seeing the human side of Kendall and meeting the gal who brought it out. I've always been a little in awe of the Captain, and he seemed to be a new person this trip. Less gruff. More smiles.

Harmonizing and playing with Susan ARRRRRR. She has the ability to bring out the best musicianship in everyone.

Jamming with Alan C.

Singing and playing with Dani and Janie. They are both growing in confidence and skill musically.

Hearing Linda Goodman's songs and watching her performances in various workshops. She is the dimunitive gal that always is wearing a hat. She really is funny folks!

Talking with and getting to know better Alaska Mike, Jeri, Carli and others.

Hearing Tinker sing the blues and her "My Best Friend BOB song." Sharing an inside joke with MMario during Bob.

Getting hugged when I arrived.

Seeing Pene and Max again, and playing with them. The porch Jam with Janie and Dani was as close to heaven as I'm likely to get. Man I wish they were closer. We would have an awesome time.

And of course meeting KT, Ebbe (her smile makes me smile), Bobert, El Grecko, and everyone else. I'm ready to move to Alaska this minute. At one point Sunday night I looked across the room and thought how can we come from all across the globe and have such a rapport, and be just good folks. It's simply amazes me.

Having people like my music, the gutbucket and the cigar box guitar. This is much different from home and its great!

JAB

P.S. I understand that the recommended treatment for hypothermia is to get into a sleeping bag with another warm person. Next year, remember that I'm an old married guy and am therefore safe. I offer to come to the rescue of anyone that needs warmin' up. :-) Also, it was El-Grecko that was doing the snoring. I didn't hear anyone else :-)

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Bobert
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 06:42 PM

Ahhhhh, I've been lookin' everywhere fir the list of folks who attended but can't find it... Does anyone have either an extra or would mind making me a copy and sending it to me?

Or is there a website that has the list?

Bobert

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Leadfingers
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 08:16 PM

Add me to the list for Next year !! IF it all works right I hope to be over for a week or so either side of the getaway - I will be looking for info on possible gigs after the New Year as Music is my main income and a long holiday in USA might need to be subsidised !!

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Susan A-R
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 08:51 PM

Hmmmm, Cunning plans? Neon Boas? strategies for keeping warm? Sounds like a pretty wild Getaway next year.

Susan Arrrrrr

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: KT
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 08:51 PM

So, I've been listening to Kendall's CD in my car. Every day I drive through a construction zone on my way to work and hearing his stories has me grinning like the cheshire cat! Now I'm sitting in the car by myself, mind you, as I drive and grin .......drive and grin.....(isn't that a song?) and I've gotten more quizical looks in the last few days........The guy that holds the stop sign to control the traffic must be thinking , "Here comes that looney lady again." Today I had Ebbie with me and we were both a-grinnin' as we drove through there. Not talking, you understand, just grinnin'. But I s'pose we're in good company there, too. Fact is, I've hardly stopped grinnin' since last weekend. I told Ebbie that last time we were in a store it was one week ago, with Mick, buying goodies for the potluck......sigh.......The memories are so fresh and sweet, it's hard to believe it's already been a week. Now that the weekend is here, I hope I'll have some time to post some of the memories I am cherishing....

Best to all of you......

KT

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Gorgeous Gary
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 08:59 PM

Staggering into the thread late as usual...another fun Getaway! My highlights:

-- Big Mick, Alaska Mike and El Greco's concerts.

-- Singing my friend Gwen Knighton's Hymn in the Saturday concert with Sheryl, Alaska Mike and El Greco backing me up.

-- Co-leading the "Parodies" workshop with Micca. I recited "Jerseywocky" (a parody of Jabberwocky) and a selkie parody of "Lucille".

-- The "Songs Kids Really Sing" workshop, even though it was small (my fault...got up the hill late from the wedding party). It was me, Kathy Mack, Barry S., and Clan LaPrelle. I sang a parody of "Hava Nagila" and three versions of "I'm Lookin' Over My Dead Dog Rover" from the GREASY GRIMY GOPHER GUTS collection, plus two songs from the filk community which have been favorites among our younger members. I also discovered I knew one more verse to "Three Jolly Fishermen" than everyone else.

-- The Wedding Party (even if I only got an abbreviated look...). An impressive spread!

-- Shamelessly pandering to Darriel and Allen by singing "Lukey's Boat" in the Sea Songs and Shanties workshop (Hey, us Great Big Sea fans gotta stick together, eh?)

Gary

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Ferrara
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 10:25 PM

Bobert, we've had a couple of other requests for the Getaway Directory. Who, besides Bobert, was at the 2004 Getaway and didn't get a Getaway Directory? We'll see what we can do to get you one, maybe we can e-mail it.

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Janie
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 10:31 PM

Hi Rita--I didn't get a directory either and would love one. I can pm you my e-mail address if you want to send it as an attachment.

KT--I really regret not having a chance to get to talk with you some at the Getaway. I loved your songs and music, and from your posts recognize a kindred spirit (seems to be alot of them running around at the Getaway each year). OK. NEXT year I insist on at least one cozy chat!

Janie

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: SINSULL
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 10:47 PM

I just left Micca with Bat Goddess and Curmudgeon. My house is empty. The sleeping bag and gear stowed away. I really hate the post-Getaway blues.
SINS

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Bobert
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 11:08 PM

Sniff....

Hey, I got an idea... Why not take the sleeping bag and sleep in the freezing back yard? Heck, you'll think you was back at the Getaway...

Nevermind. Bad idea...

Back to sniff...

Bobert

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Jeri
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 11:19 PM

Bobert, would you understand if I said "2...3...4...?"
It's way colder up north here than it was at the Getaway! And there's no music out there (unless she's got neighbors with a loud stereo).

Rita, I didn't get a directory either. My own fault - I saw 'em, and kept thinking I'd grab one "later."

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Bobert
Date: 22 Oct 04 - 11:28 PM

Opps!

Somehow I escaped being duct taped by Jeri at the Getaway but there is a little voice in my head that is tellin' me that my days are nummered...

Oh well, ain't like I ain't earnin' it...

Bobert

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: KT
Date: 23 Oct 04 - 12:09 AM

Janie, it's a date! I missed connecting with you, too! Thanks for giving me yet another reason to look forward to next year!

Bobert, you crack me up!! "take the sleeping bag and sleep in the freezing back yard..." Hmmm...not a bad idea. It's going down to 26 degrees tonight.....a little warmer than last week, but close enough.........

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Big Mick
Date: 23 Oct 04 - 05:28 AM

If anyone wants a directory emailed to them, I will scan it and send it. Just PM me your email addy.

KT, Ebbie, and Janie in a cozy chat???? Toss in Dani and Annie, and it's over for the rest of us. The smiles alone will rule the world from those gorgeous faces, never mind the sweet voices!!! All this cunningly hidden to cover their real intentions to destroy civilization. We are in trouble, brave boys. Be afraid, very afraid........LOL.

Mick

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Janie
Date: 23 Oct 04 - 01:25 PM

Not DESTROY civilation, Mick, but Heal it! Think about it. An educator, a social worker, a unitarian and a water resource engineer (Ebbie, not sure what your "trade" is, but I bet fits right into this line-up.)

Will pm my e-mail for a copy of the roster. Thanks.

Janie

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Pauline L
Date: 23 Oct 04 - 08:43 PM

Some more good memories:

El Greco's wonderful singing of his wonderful songs.
Listening to, talking to, and playing a little music with Alaska Mike.
Talking with Jacqui, who was warm, sweet, sincere, and very happy.
Looking at Dan and Geeta's wedding pictures and talking to Geeta about them. (It was a Hindu:Unitarian wedding ceremony. She looked beautiful, and they both looked very happy.)
Re-meeting Micca and remembering his name this time.
Taking time to talk with lots of friends, including MMario, Lisa Null, Susan F, the LaPrelles, and many others.
Buying some things at the auction and contributing to the scholarship fund (Last year I was a recipient.)
Lisa Null singing "Oh Freedom" and "Murder, Rape,..."
Mary LaMarca singing her song about Mr. Rathbone.
The blues jam Sunday night with Donna, Nan, Ron, Bobert, Bob Clayton and David not-tone-deaf Diamond.
Hearing Carly cry when she sang a sad song.

I missed a lot of friends who were not there: Jan (I hope your health improves soon), Keith from Conn. (now Oregon), Chuck and Sheila Thorpe, Claymore, and Bootsie.

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Dani
Date: 23 Oct 04 - 09:06 PM

Jim, safe from what, exactly?

Ask some of those other 'old married men' if they feel safe ; )

And besides, I didn't see one old man all weekend. And I'm not lyin'. Ladies, can y'all back me up here?

Those of us who fly there solo have to maintain at least the appearance of good behavior and dignity. Help us maintain the facade, willya?

Dani

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: KT
Date: 23 Oct 04 - 09:15 PM

Okay, the weekend is here, just finished a sweet little gig with Ebbie and a few others and now have an hour or so before what promises to be a great evening of music! Here are some of the memories I hold dear, in no particular order......

Seeing Micca for the first time since London a few years back, hearing him sing his songs with such gusto, and the general merriment everyone feels in his presence

Having the privilege of riding with Mick to the Getaway. From the moment he poked his head into the hotel lobby, it was as though we were reunited with an old friend. Lots of stories, songs, laughter, and yes, even tears, and that was before we even got to Ramblewood! The man is a walking heart! A very kind soul, indeed. And a heck of a singer. Expect original tunes from this man.....they are brewing.......

Having the privilege of riding with Carly back from the Getaway, sharing stories all along the way, as if we'd been friends for years, meeting her wonderful husband and son, sharing that delicious meal (even if the rice WAS yellow!) and chocolate brownies at the restaurant! And that waitress! What a kick!

Singing on the porch at the Cracker Barrel......hearing Alaska Mike's songs then and throughout the weekend. Walking back to my cabin late one night (er....early one morning) and hearing Mike's voice pierce the darkness....very warm, very comforting....What a powerful voice! I can see a trip to Anchorage in the future.....(too bad I didn't realize until yesterday that Bill Staines is performing there tonight......)

Thursday evening at Chance's house - hearing the talent in that room, that at once, delighted and intimidated me...hearing Chance play and sing, chopping veggies with Suzette, witnessing the joy and love and pride on TJ's face as he sang a duet with his son

First meeting Kendall and Jacqui, on Friday night....what a thrill to meet these two people I've carried in my heart without ever having met them, yet there was instant recognition....

And their wedding reception....the love in that room was palpable, and I was so moved to witness and be a part of it

Hearing Charlie sing Hineh Ma Tov, and several other songs, and having him send us off to bed with a blessing....(I know it might not be considered a traditional blessing, but bless me it did!)

Meeting and hearing Ed Trickett!!

Swapping harmonies with Karenk and heaing her beautiful, clear voice as she sang, This Time Again

Meeting Gutbucketeer and being amazed by his creativity. Did you see that guitar he made?

Having dinner with MTed before realizing who he was!

I attended a nap workshop one afternoon, but all the tunes and laughter running through my head made it impossible to sleep. Feeling so full and content with all that had happened so far, I decided to just take a walk and let it all settle in....It was then I happened upon Kendall and Ed playing on the patio. WOW! Little then did I realize what a sacred space I had entered. Thanks, guys, for allowing me to listen.

Hearing Carly sing her songs, solo and with Charlie!

Sunday morning in the sunshine, sharing music and stories with Kendall and Jacqui. I am changed for knowing these two lovely people and honored to call them friends.

Trying (in vain) to stop giggling in the middle of the night after seeing Ebbie buried in her sleeping bag

Dani's beautiful smile, powerful singing voice and a promise of more time next time

Hearing MMario sing! And watching him, gracious host that he is, haul a bed and a box spring into the other room for his guests to sit upon! But Mario, I didn't get to see the shawl!!

Joe Offer's enthusiastic rendition of any song! (Especially the ones on Friday night!) And the way he gave his rapt attention to everyone's song!

Bill D's GREAT songs and wonderful spirit!

Ron Davies incredible vocal and viola harmonies

Alan C's repertoire of singable songs and the ease with which he gets everyone to sing along. "All the leaves are brown......."

Hearing the Schatz brothers! Awesome!

Finally putting faces with the names of Jeri and Sinsull, whose printed words here, I have come to respect and anticipate with eagerness.

Meeting Max and Jeff! I am in awe of these two, and look forward to getting to know them better in the future. And seeing the pics of Max's darling daughter

Kazoos!

Bobert! (Nothing like I expected, but now, just thinking of him makes me smile!)

Jerry's concertina playing

Lucy's clear, honest songs and David's harp playing....phenomenal!!!

Meeting sweet Tinker on Friday night, and then being surprised and delighted by her smokey renditions of some great songs! And her watchful eye......she doesn't miss much!

The harmonies everywhere!!

Saying goodbye 5 times before leaving the grounds of Ramblewood, 30 minutes each time!

ElGreko - whose honest, powerful music moves me to tears. I've been listening to his music at work and now he's got my workmates in tears, too. It still baffles me that you flew over for two and a half days!!!

I had no intention of signing up to perform in the concert. El Greko made me do it!! I don't know why he had the ability to convince me to do it... he's got some kind of charm, but I'm grateful that he did. And grateful for the opportunity to sing with him and Alaska Mike.

Talking to Rachael and Richard after Friday night's concert.

Many other conversations which took place over the weekend, too numerous to mention, but held dear all the same

The graciousness of every single person I had the privilege of meeting

Being treated to a smorgasbord of fabulous music....It was such a gift to be able to listen to each and every one.

Though I've many, many more fond memories, I'd better stop for now. Thank you, one and all, for a weekend full of joyful memories. Can't wait 'til next year!

KT

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Ebbie
Date: 23 Oct 04 - 11:28 PM

Ah, KT, I don't fuss at you. LOL)

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Susan A-R
Date: 23 Oct 04 - 11:42 PM

Safe? Old?   Nope.

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: GutBucketeer
Date: 24 Oct 04 - 12:09 AM

Dani:

Safe from what?.... Hmmm.... It's been so long I can't seem to remember.... It was something that we used to do in bed .... sleep... snore.... giggle.... tell jokes .... sing ... rub our hair and make sparks.....   None of those sound right, but I'll work on it.

Good behavior and dignity? Why, I've never seen a more staid upright group of folks. Heck everyone seems to put more clothes on in order to go to bed, than what they wore during the day. I've never seen so many robes and slippers, and flannel stuff. We even sing Gospel songs Sunday Morning. Why all we do is make music, eat, make music, and drink a little. 'sides, I don't think I would have the energy for anything else (even if I could remember what it was).

Smiling innocently

JAB

P.S. Just don't show Tinker's unedited tapes to anyone you don't know real well.

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004 - MEMORIES
From: Janie
Date: 24 Oct 04 - 12:13 AM

Precious, Jim. Absolutely precious.

J