More about the Forum Party

[Luciana]

CHAOS! Will the Chocolate Challenge take place before the forum party? I'm thinking that Port wine goes great with chocolate. Just sayin'.

And, oh, it's about time I told you all, folks. It's an idea I had and that all skepchicks loved it! But only some will agree to do it. Kittynh is the official photographer.



SKEPCHICKS WILL FLASH THEIR BOOBS AT THE FORUM PARTY

(where's that lovely blink tag when we most need it?)

We're yet to agree if that will happen at random times or all at once. Regardless, there will be plenty of cleavage. :fg:

I'm serious here, and other skepchicks can confirm they will...

FLASH THEIR BOOBS AT TAM

***If you're a skepchick and you're going to TAM, and if I haven't PMed you yet, please PM me fast, I have news for you!!!*** So far I'm acting based on Hutch's list. I'll tell you what, I'm so proud of my persuasion skills. :D

[tkingdoll]

I am in on this!

It's a fact!

Hee hee, perhaps this thread belongs in the conspiracy theories section :D

[Luciana]

Yep, Teek's boobs will be flashing also! :cs:

[The Central Scrutinizer]

Yep, Teek's boobs will be flashing also! :cs:

Why do I get the feeling we're getting set up for a joke?

[Luciana]

Why do I get the feeling we're getting set up for a joke?

When did I ever lie to you, Scrut?

Flashing. Boobs. Skepchicks. At the party.

Enjoy!!

[Luciana]

After all, it's Vegas, not Afghanistan.

[The Bad Astronomer]

This better not be the kind of party where Renata throws me out.

[The Central Scrutinizer]

When did I ever lie to you, Scrut?

Never. That's what has me worried!

[grayman]

I'm sure a few of us of the male gender could flash ours as well (They're probably bigger). :p

[Doubt]

When did I ever lie to you, Scrut?

Flashing. Boobs. Skepchicks. At the party.

Enjoy!!

Define what you mean by boob.

And flashing.

I agreee with Scrut.

[rustypouch]

So you are proud to be objectifing yourselves?

[Loon]

Wow. My spidersense (or Loonsense or whatever) is tingling something fierce.

[JLam]

By flashing, I'm guessing you mean something other than "removing all layers of clothing covering a particular body part".

And by boobs, I'm guessing you don't mean female breasteses.

Lemme guess...by flashing boobs you mean close up flash photography of Dylan Avery and the rest of the CTists?

[TobiasTheViking]

i think they mean flashing me. i'm a boob.. and a poopie-head, though i guess that is unrelated.

But then again, i have amazing hair, and i'm sure they want to flash that.

[Soapy Sam]

Are clip - on LEDs involved at all?

[Luciana]

Excuse me? Did you all become Clauses now? :p Boobs as in "human female breasts", and yes, real ones, mammary glands and all. There wil be plenty of cleavage, and then some ladies will flash at random times. Flash their boobies, what else? You thought it would be a lantern?? Noooooooo.

I won't answer any more questions about it. :p

And it's not a bad idea, trust me on that. :)

[Luciana]

Well, we've worn pantyhose and heels in the past, right? By my count, about 10 skepchicks said YES! And kitty is the photographer if girls agree to a group picture. But everybody else can take pictures if they get lucky.

It's about FUN, folks, don't forget it!!!

[tkingdoll]

So you are proud to be objectifing yourselves?

Yes! Delighted, in fact. Isn't it wonderful how the people who objectify themselves are also the ones with the sense of humour?

[duppyraces]

This better not be the kind of party where Renata throws me out.
It wouldn't be a real party unless Renata threw you out.

[CFLarsen]

Excuse me? Did you all become Clauses now? :p

You say it as if it wasn't a positive thing... :p

[TJ]

Will this event happen once or on multiple occasions? I wouldn't want to miss it...

[SkepticScott]

Will this event happen once or on multiple occasions? I wouldn't want to miss it...Multiple times? Do you think we have the Bad Astronomer on a bungie cord?

[Overman]

I support this thread.

[Luciana]

Will this event happen once or on multiple occasions? I wouldn't want to miss it...

All at once, unless skepchicks decide to the contrary until then.

We can even warn beforehand so that some people can close their eyes, turn their backs or flee in horror.

:D :eye-poppi :fg:

[TJ]

What time is the forum party supposed to start? Has this been discussed yet?

[TJ]

We can even warn beforehand so that some people can close their eyes, turn their backs or flee in horror.

:D :eye-poppi :fg:

Or get their cameras ready!

[tkingdoll]

The party in bananas:

:Banane57: :Banane08: :Banane27: :Banane48:



:Banane20: :Banane20: :Banane20: :Banane35: :Banane28: :Banane41: :Banane19: :Banane59: :hititbanana:

[Chaos]

Rest assured, near Luciana, that the Chocolate Challenge WILL happen during the Forum Party.

You can also be sure that I will bring my camera.

Just to take pics of the chocolate, of course.

[grayman]

The party in bananas:

:Banane57: :Banane08: :Banane27: :Banane48:



:Banane20: :Banane20: :Banane20: :Banane35: :Banane28: :Banane41: :Banane19: :Banane59: :hititbanana:

What's up with the grapefruit at the piano?

[mumchup]

CHAOS! Will the Chocolate Challenge take place before the forum party? I'm thinking that Port wine goes great with chocolate. Just sayin'.

This forum party keeps getting better and better. :D

[Geek Goddess]

OK, I'm PMing....

[Geek Goddess]

I just think most people would find the thought of me flashing my boobies to be to awful to contemplate.

However, I might be able to pay for my trip by taking up a collection to NOT do so.

[Geek Goddess]

CHAOS! Will the Chocolate Challenge take place before the forum party? I'm thinking that Port wine goes great with chocolate. Just sayin'.



I approve of port.

[Luciana]

Port! I think that bringing a bottle on the luggage is counterproductive, so maybe on Saturday someone could go around collecting bucks and some volunteer with wheels goes out to buy it? Chocolate and Port wine are perfect combination. I'm astounded no one has thought of this before.

Then, at the party, skepckicks will flash their boobs.

Settled!

[Hutch]

Flashing. Boobs. Skepchicks. At the party.

This is agitating my dots....

[SkepticScott]

Then, at the party, skepckicks will flash their boobs.I think "She's really starting to damage my calm" accurately describes my reaction to Luciana's posts. ;)

[CFLarsen]

Port! I think that bringing a bottle on the luggage is counterproductive, so maybe on Saturday someone could go around collecting bucks and some volunteer with wheels goes out to buy it? Chocolate and Port wine are perfect combination. I'm astounded no one has thought of this before.

Marry me.

Then, at the party, skepckicks will flash their boobs.

Settled!

Define "boobs".

Because I have a pretty good idea that it differs from what people here usually think it means.

It can also mean a simpleton, a mistake, and a tv. Flashing your mistakes? Hmm.......

[Badger]

Marry me.



Define "boobs".

Because I have a pretty good idea that it differs from what people here usually think it means.

It can also mean a simpleton, a mistake, and a tv. Flashing your mistakes? Hmm.......

I qualify on 2 of 3 counts here. Looking forward to the party!

I also volunteer to participate in the port procurement process. You guys want both light and dark ports?

[CFLarsen]

I qualify on 2 of 3 counts here. Looking forward to the party!

I also volunteer to participate in the port procurement process. You guys want both light and dark ports?

There's no "light" or "dark" ports. There's White, Ruby, Tawny, Vintage, Late Bottled Vintage, Garrafeira, Crusted and Reserve.

Amateur. Feh! Feh!, I say... :p

[Badger]

There's no "light" or "dark" ports. There's White, Ruby, Tawny, Vintage, Late Bottled Vintage, Garrafeira, Crusted and Reserve.

Amateur. Feh! Feh!, I say... :p

I take it you'll provide the list then. I'll do what I do best, and carry heavy things!

(Yes, I've only recently discovered the joys of port)

[scotth]

There's no "light" or "dark" ports. There's White, Ruby, Tawny, Vintage, Late Bottled Vintage, Garrafeira, Crusted and Reserve.

Amateur. Feh! Feh!, I say... :p

CFLarsen, we are scheduled for a drink during TAM. (I can find the post if I look around long enough).

We were discussing Scotch. But, I think I will bring my favorite port, instead (a 60 year tawny). Or maybe a '77 Fonseca, if I can find one.

[CFLarsen]

CFLarsen, we are scheduled for a drink during TAM. (I can find the post if I look around long enough).

We were discussing Scotch.

No, my friend. We were discussing Single Malts.

But, I think I will bring my favorite port, instead (a 60 year tawny). Or maybe a '77 Fonseca, if I can find one.

That sounds like a plan.

[scotth]

No, my friend. We were discussing Single Malts.



True. That is what we were discussing. To avoid future confusion, when I say 'Scotch' I mean 'Single Malt' (unless otherwise specified).

And I still will be bringing that. My 'to bring' booze list is getting somewhat extensive. But, we are driving, so it shouldn't be an issue.

You've met AntiqueHunter, IRL? If you haven't, I'll make sure you do during this trip. He is serious about enjoying his food, wine, and spirits as well.

[CFLarsen]

True. That is what we were discussing. To avoid future confusion, when I say 'Scotch' I mean 'Single Malt' (unless otherwise specified).

If you want to avoid being burnt at the stake for heresy, you will not use "Scotch" when you mean "Single Malt", and vice versa.

And I still will be bringing that. My 'to bring' booze list is getting somewhat extensive. But, we are driving, so it shouldn't be an issue.

You've met AntiqueHunter, IRL? If you haven't, I'll make sure you do during this trip. He is serious about enjoying his food, wine, and spirits as well.

Øeh.....have I? TAM is usually a blur...

[CFLarsen]

I take it you'll provide the list then. I'll do what I do best, and carry heavy things!

(Yes, I've only recently discovered the joys of port)

If you can get your grubby little hands on a bottle of LBV, that would be very nice.

Then, you will know to distinguish between port and port. ;)

[Cleon]

Whoa! Count me in for the Single Malt scotch!

[scotth]

Whoa! Count me in for the Single Malt scotch!

You're welcome as far as I am concerned! And you know what I look like.

[CFLarsen]

Whoa! Count me in for the Single Malt scotch!

There. Is. No. Such. Thing. As. "Single Malt scotch".

Heretics. I am surrounded by heretics.

[The Central Scrutinizer]

There. Is. No. Such. Thing. As. "Single Malt scotch".

Heretics. I am surrounded by heretics.

These people disagree.

http://www.glenfiddich.com/

http://www.glenmorangie.com/landing/index.php

http://www.aberlour.com/

[Zygar]

Whoa! Count me in for the Single Malt scotch!

Mind if I join? I'm always a sucker for a good Single Malt.

[Luciana]

Party, chocolate, Port, flashing boobs, whiskey, what else?

This has to be one of the best threads in the entire history of JREF.

[SkepticScott]

This has to be one of the best threads in the entire history of JREF.Will there be a Skepchic Pajama Party to crash this year too? I have chocolate.

[Geek Goddess]

I qualify on 2 of 3 counts here. Looking forward to the party!

I also volunteer to participate in the port procurement process. You guys want both light and dark ports?

Tawny. Ruby is just port-wannabe

[Geek Goddess]

Port! I think that bringing a bottle on the luggage is counterproductive, so maybe on Saturday someone could go around collecting bucks and some volunteer with wheels goes out to buy it? Chocolate and Port wine are perfect combination. I'm astounded no one has thought of this before.

Then, at the party, skepckicks will flash their boobs.

Settled!


I approve of port, and can more easily participate in the Skepchic boobie flashing when I've had port and chocolate. Or port and cheese with blue moldy stuff in it. Or port and walnuts.


Or www.titos-vodka.com

[Roadtoad]

NOOOOOOOOO! I read the OP, and only now realized, I'M GONNA BE IN WASHINGTON STATE DURING TAM!!!

Life is just not fair!!!

[elaine]

Sorry! Late to the thread. But Luciana, I promise I won't be late to the party ;).

[grayman]

Sorry! Late to the thread. But Luciana, I promise I won't be late to the party ;).

Will you be part of the "show"?

;)

[elaine]

yep!

[Solitaire]

Flash their boobies, what else?
You thought it would be a lantern??
Noooooooo.

:eye-poppi

Oh wait, you mean these. (http://www.xenophilia.com/pics/boobies/)

:)

[Luciana]

Boobs as in human female breasts.

To be more specific than that, only if I post pics.

And you wouldn't want that, right? Right?

(Darat would disown me!)

[Solitaire]

:blush:

[scotth]

Mind if I join? I'm always a sucker for a good Single Malt.

Zygar, I plan on bringing plenty of interesting stuff to imbibe with any and all JREFers that I run into. You are very welcome to join me.

[SkepticScott]

Boobs as in human female breasts. I suspect you're using one of the several meanings of the word "flash", and not the one we guys hope you mean. I'll find out what you really mean at the party.

[rebecca]

Have none of you men learned the phrase "Never look a gift horse in the mouth?" Come on, if someone says that skepchicks will be flashing their boobs, there is NO WAY that can be turned into something that is not pleasurable for you, unless suddenly "flash" means "beat profusely" and "boobs" now means "fists."

[Badger]

I agree with Rebecca.

Any boobies are good boobies. (pertaining to female boobies) Any hint of boobies is a good thing, too.

I even like thinking about boobies, when there aren't even any present!

[Wowbagger]

My favorite part of skepchicks have always been their brains.

Any chance of any of y'all cracking open your skull, to show us your brains?

[Luciana]

Any chance of any of y'all cracking open your skull, to show us your brains?

There is a zombie movie on TV right now.

This is getting creepy, I think I'll log off. :yikes:

[Zygar]

Arrrrgggghhhh... Brains... Mmm... Brains...

I'll settle for the boobs. Something tells me enough of us will turn to zombies without the need for brains being exposed.

[SpeederA]

I have 8.3 posts. (The .3 is from almost replying to a post. =) Am I invited? =oP

[kittynh]

yes speeder you can come!

Look for the forum name badges or PM anyone here....we'll make sure you are included in stuff. Do not be shy! Because we won't!

[kittynh]

oh we need decent music!!!

someone bring a BIG boom box, or we need a place that can play some tunes.

Or we could hire that piano bar guy from TAM2.

[Luciana]

I'll take a CD with a couple of tangos because I'll dance with Illegal Argument!

BIG sound system, I should say, because at TAM3 it was impossible to hear any sound over almost 100 people talking.

[SpeederA]

What's this chocolate thingy? If chocolate be involved then so be I. =o)

Oh, did I mention that my mother used to own a Chocolate store. ;o)

Choooocccallllatteee *drool*

[mumchup]

The Chocolate thingy is this: Everyone who wants to is bringing chocolate and we get to eat the chocolate! And port and whiskey! Does it get any better? (answer: Yes! Skepchicks flashing their boobs!)
I hear there is judging of the chocolate too, but that's way less important than eating it.

[SpeederA]

In that case I'll bring something as a big surprise for all. ;o)
Ooh, and I'll do something else as well. Okie, second one I'll need two or three volunteers to make extras 'cause they'll go fast. hmmm.....

Will figure the logistics out as TAM approaches.

Damn it, why was there no boob flashing on the Amazing Adventure?
Now I feel cheated. ;o)

[SkepticScott]

>Damn it, why was there no boob flashing on the Amazing Adventure?

The closest we've gotten before was a mention of Blue-Footed Booby babies at TAM3.

[scotth]

Damn it, why was there no boob flashing on the Amazing Adventure?
Now I feel cheated. ;o)

Who says there wasn't?
:eye-poppi

[BrianSI]

Who says there wasn't?
:eye-poppi

What happened between you and Susan in private doesn't count.

[SpeederA]

I only count *public* displays of boobs. Or those that happen in front of me, ;o)

[SpeederA]

Ah, beaten to the punch, =)

[Wowbagger]

Arrrrgggghhhh... Brains... Mmm... Brains...

I'll settle for the boobs. Something tells me enough of us will turn to zombies without the need for brains being exposed.

Actually, you skepchicks don't really have to crack your skulls open, or anything. You can just show off your brains by doing things that are smart! :)

Yes, doing smart things... that will suffice. But, I don't think a demonstration of mammory gland variation is going to be enough on its own. Anything more you can add to that?

[exarch]

Excuse me? Did you all become Clauses now? :p Boobs as in "human female breasts", and yes, real ones, mammary glands and all. There wil be plenty of cleavage, and then some ladies will flash at random times. Flash their boobies, what else? You thought it would be a lantern?? Noooooooo.

I won't answer any more questions about it. :p

And it's not a bad idea, trust me on that. :)

I think our T-shirt idea for the party last year might suddenly become a very good idea :p
And this time we actually have enough time to get those made ...

[Puggy]

Can I bring the Whipped cream and cherries?

:-)

[Girl 6]

I'll take a CD with a couple of tangos because I'll dance with Illegal Argument!

BIG sound system, I should say, because at TAM3 it was impossible to hear any sound over almost 100 people talking.

I'm bringing my iPod with lots of music in it!

I have everything on it. Salsa, Merengue, Tango, Brazilian music, R&B, Hip-Hop, Rock, Blues, World, Jazz, Rap!

But, I can bring some burned CDs as well. We do need a sound system.

Every year that I ask for this from the hotel at the breginning of the conference, they NEVER deliver on it. However, we are in a different hotel this time around, so perhaps they are better equipped or can at least some through with the equipment.

G6

[Puggy]

Ok ok, scratch the whipped cream and cherries. Can I bring the tequila fountain? and my cool charro hat?
http://www.pinatas.com/photos/H32-2T.jpg

I just want to belong...:(

[rustypouch]

Tequila fountain? I love you...

[Puggy]

Well, the tequila part is the best border-smuggled mexican tequila around, the fountain part consists of my male-gelatin-filled-throbing torso or a skepchic's beautiful bare torso, whichever You like.

Does this qualify as false advertisement? :)

[Beleth]

Well, the tequila part is the best border-smuggled mexican tequila around, the fountain part consists of my male-gelatin-filled-throbing torso or a skepchic's beautiful bare torso, whichever You like.
If anyone's torso springs forth a fountain of tequila, I'm leaving.

[Puggy]

Well, it was that or the Tequila Golden Shower... You'll be missed... I AM invited, aren't I?

[elaine]

Did someone say tequila?

[Puggy]

Did someone say tequila?

I heard this one mexican guy was planning on bringing Tequila to TAM Forum Party, be sure to invite him and give him all the forum party info so he doesn't miss it.

You can read all about it here
http://forums.randi.org/showpost.php?p=2043262&postcount=85 :D

[UnrepentantSinner]

Sounds like I'm going to have to drink this time around.

[CFLarsen]

Every year that I ask for this from the hotel at the breginning of the conference, they NEVER deliver on it. However, we are in a different hotel this time around, so perhaps they are better equipped or can at least some through with the equipment.

Don't you have to pay for that?

[Badger]

Don't worry too much, Claus.

[CFLarsen]

Don't worry too much, Claus.

If you order something for a hospitality suite rented by JREF, who will get billed?

That's a cause for concern.

[rebecca]

If you order something for a hospitality suite rented by JREF, who will get billed?

That's a cause for concern.

Jeffrey and I have been working out the logistics the past few weeks. We'll let you know when it's time to worry.



Now!


No, wait.


NOW!


Ha ha, just kidding.

[CFLarsen]

Jeffrey and I have been working out the logistics the past few weeks. We'll let you know when it's time to worry.



Now!


No, wait.


NOW!


Ha ha, just kidding.

I'm just concerned that JREF will be - or would have been - billed for something they didn't order.

[The Central Scrutinizer]

I'm just concerned that JREF will be - or would have been - billed for something they didn't order.

You don't have to pay for something you didn't order.

[CFLarsen]

You don't have to pay for something you didn't order.

If something is ordered to the JREF hospitality suite and used, somebody will.

Who do you think it will be billed to?

[a_unique_person]

Whoa! Count me in for the Single Malt scotch!

Only a single, I only go for the best stuff, Double Malt Scotch.

[The Central Scrutinizer]

If something is ordered to the JREF hospitality suite and used, somebody will.

Who do you think it will be billed to?

If JREF didn't order it, they don't have to pay the bill.

[CFLarsen]

If JREF didn't order it, they don't have to pay the bill.

To a place that JREF rented, and nobody from JREF complained, until long after? I find that very hard to believe.

But I'll go along with that: If not JREF, who, then?

[rebecca]

edit:

Claus, just relax. Frankie says relax.

[The Central Scrutinizer]

To a place that JREF rented, and nobody from JREF complained, until long after? I find that very hard to believe.

But I'll go along with that: If not JREF, who, then?

Why is this even of concern?

[slipknotmcfadden]

Oooo, forum party! Include me on any lists of people who are hedonistic, please. Just out of principle, I mean.

If you're lucky (and they survive the flight), I will bring some homemade chocolate things in exchange for single malt (and boobs).

[CFLarsen]

edit:

Claus, just relax. Frankie says relax.

I am very relaxed. I am simply asking a question.

Why is this even of concern?

I already explained: JREF could very likely be held liable for something ordered to the hospitality suite they rented.

[The Central Scrutinizer]

I already explained: JREF could very likely be held liable for something ordered to the hospitality suite they rented.

Today in Florida, someone could have rented some power tools and charged them to the JREF account at the Home Depot. Are you equally concerned about that?

We all know the real reason for your "concern".

[UnrepentantSinner]

Today in Florida, someone could have rented some power tools and charged them to the JREF account at the Home Depot. Are you equally concerned about that?

We all know the real reason for your "concern".

He's Danish, not Scottish... don't ascribe thrift where it's not warrented.

I think he's more worried about his money going for tequila rather than aquavit.

[The Central Scrutinizer]

He's Danish, not Scottish... don't ascribe thrift where it's not warrented.

I think he's more worried about his money going for tequila rather than aquavit.

Thrift has nothing to do with Claus' "concern".

[CFLarsen]

Today in Florida, someone could have rented some power tools and charged them to the JREF account at the Home Depot. Are you equally concerned about that?

No, because it is not the same thing.

We all know the real reason for your "concern".

I don't have a hidden agenda, if that's what you think.

He's Danish, not Scottish... don't ascribe thrift where it's not warrented.

I won't dismiss the possibility of some of my ancestors having left some DNA among the locals, though...

I think he's more worried about his money going for tequila rather than aquavit.

Tequila....ewwwl....

Thrift has nothing to do with Claus' "concern".

You seem most anxious to tell us something. Why not unburden your heart?

[Jack]

Is there any law keeping me from this party??? cause Im under 21, but over 18. I wont drink, I promise.

[CFLarsen]

Is there any law keeping me from this party??? cause Im under 21, but over 18. I wont drink, I promise.

Ah, yes, this silly law that allows people of 18 to drive and get shot in wars around the world, but they can't get alcohol....:rolleyes:

Should there be any problems? It isn't as if it is a public bar, and people aren't getting (particularly) drunk anyway.

IIRC, Slick's kids were present at a Forum party. I don't think they were even 16 at the time.

[The Central Scrutinizer]

No, because it is not the same thing.

Of course it is, but I am anxious to hear your explanation of how it isn't.

I don't have a hidden agenda, if that's what you think.

You're right. You do have an agenda, but it certainly isn't hidden.

You seem most anxious to tell us something. Why not unburden your heart?

I don't have to tell anyone. It is obvious to all.

[CFLarsen]

Oops. Wrong thread.

[CFLarsen]

Of course it is, but I am anxious to hear your explanation of how it isn't.

I told you: The hospitality suite is rented by JREF.

You're right. You do have an agenda, but it certainly isn't hidden.

I don't have to tell anyone. It is obvious to all.

I have no idea what you are talking about. Please elaborate.

What is it you are accusing me of??

[exarch]

Is there any law keeping me from this party??? cause Im under 21, but over 18. I wont drink, I promise.

Probably not. And no skepchick will be sent to jail for sleeping with you, but she will if she lets you sip her beverage. Go figure.
I guess we'll have to employ a "don't ask, don't tell" policy depending on the activity.

[Jack]

Probably not. And no skepchick will be sent to jail for sleeping with you, but she will if she lets you sip her beverage. Go figure.
I guess we'll have to employ a "don't ask, don't tell" policy depending on the activity.


Hey Im over 18, I can sleep with anyone I want..."dont ask dont tell??" hmm...no I obey the law.

[The Central Scrutinizer]

I told you: The hospitality suite is rented by JREF.


Yes. They have an account with the Riveria. Just like the one they have with Home Depot. And that is different how?

Plus, if their rental agreement doesn't include a sound system, then they can't be charged for one, can they?

I have no idea what you are talking about. Please elaborate.

What is it you are accusing me of??

I'm accusing you of showing an inordinate amount of concern about something that 1) You have no reason to be concerned about and 2) Is none of your business.

[exarch]

Hey Im over 18, I can sleep with anyone I want..."dont ask dont tell??" hmm...no I obey the law.

Yes, and if we don't ask you your age, and you don't go telling it, we can all happily party on in blissful ignorance. Regardless of whether you're drinking or not.

[CFLarsen]

Yes. They have an account with the Riveria. Just like the one they have with Home Depot. And that is different how?

Because JREF doesn't rent a suite at Home Depot.

Plus, if their rental agreement doesn't include a sound system, then they can't be charged for one, can they?

Yes, if someone asks for a sound system to be delivered during the time it is used.

What, you don't think people are billed for room service?

I'm accusing you of showing an inordinate amount of concern about something that 1) You have no reason to be concerned about and 2) Is none of your business.

It isn't inordinate, and I do think I have a valid reason to raise the point if it can cause JREF to get expenses it hadn't planned on. I care about JREF, I support JREF in many ways - why shouldn't that be my "business"?

Is that the "agenda" you had in mind? I don't see anything sinister about that, it is what I have said all along.

[Badger]

Because JREF doesn't rent a suite at Home Depot.



Yes, if someone asks for a sound system to be delivered during the time it is used.

What, you don't think people are billed for room service?



It isn't inordinate, and I do think I have a valid reason to raise the point if it can cause JREF to get expenses it hadn't planned on. I care about JREF, I support JREF in many ways - why shouldn't that be my "business"?

Is that the "agenda" you had in mind? I don't see anything sinister about that, it is what I have said all along.

(bolding mine)

I thought I cleared that up for you, Claus.

No need to derail Luciana's thread any further.

[CFLarsen]

(bolding mine)

I thought I cleared that up for you, Claus.

No need to derail Luciana's thread any further.

It's hardly a derail. It's very much about the Forum Party. I just want to make sure that JREF isn't billed for something they didn't expect.

[Badger]

It's hardly a derail. It's very much about the Forum Party. I just want to make sure that JREF isn't billed for something they didn't expect.

Ok.

Jeff, please rent a sound system for the forum party. Tell me how much it is, and I will paypal you the amount. And what we discussed before remains in place as well.

There ya go, Claus. Problem solved.

[CFLarsen]

Ok.

Jeff, please rent a sound system for the forum party. Tell me how much it is, and I will paypal you the amount. And what we discussed before remains in place as well.

There ya go, Claus. Problem solved.

Excellent.

[Jack]

Yes, and if we don't ask you your age, and you don't go telling it, we can all happily party on in blissful ignorance. Regardless of whether you're drinking or not.

oh, I see what yur saying

[The Central Scrutinizer]

Because JREF doesn't rent a suite at Home Depot.

But they do have an account at both places. Explain how an account with one business is different than an account with another.

Yes, if someone asks for a sound system to be delivered during the time it is used.

What, you don't think people are billed for room service?

Not if they don't order it.


It isn't inordinate, and I do think I have a valid reason to raise the point if it can cause JREF to get expenses it hadn't planned on. I care about JREF, I support JREF in many ways - why shouldn't that be my "business"?

Is that the "agenda" you had in mind? I don't see anything sinister about that, it is what I have said all along.

Are you concerned that they might be billed for extra buckets of ice that are delivered to the room? How about any towels or linens? How about a bottle of liquor that someone might order? Are you equally concerned about that? If so, how come you haven't mentioned you concern? What is special about the sound system? People PMing me on this have it figured out.

[Girl 6]

Whoa... I didn't mean to cause a huge concern about who's paying for what!

In the past, we just hooked up someone's personal cd player. And, if the JREF was going to be charged for it, I certainly would have rounded up the funds from everyone at the party.

As it is, I usually end up cleaning the place while the party is going on (picking up paper, plastic cups, etc) just to ensure that the JREF would not come out looking like they trashed the place.

G6

[The Central Scrutinizer]

Ok.

Jeff, please rent a sound system for the forum party. Tell me how much it is, and I will paypal you the amount. And what we discussed before remains in place as well.

There ya go, Claus. Problem solved.

What if they are charged for ice or beer cups or something? Even though Claus doesn't seem to be concerned about that, I wonder if we should cover for that too?

What is it specifically about the sound system that has him so concerned? Hmmmmm....... ;)

[CFLarsen]

Not if they don't order it.

Who will know at the hotel that it isn't someone from JREF who ordered it?

Are you concerned that they might be billed for extra buckets of ice that are delivered to the room? How about any towels or linens? How about a bottle of liquor that someone might order? Are you equally concerned about that? If so, how come you haven't mentioned you concern? What is special about the sound system?

It's not about the sound system. It's about the expenses for JREF.

People PMing me on this have it figured out.

I can hardly wait to hear it.

Whoa... I didn't mean to cause a huge concern about who's paying for what!

It's not a huge concern. Let's not blow it out of proportion here.

In the past, we just hooked up someone's personal cd player. And, if the JREF was going to be charged for it, I certainly would have rounded up the funds from everyone at the party.

Didn't you expect that someone would have to pay for a sound system?

As it is, I usually end up cleaning the place while the party is going on (picking up paper, plastic cups, etc) just to ensure that the JREF would not come out looking like they trashed the place.

What, all alone? Nobody helps you? That's not nice of people.

[rebecca]

Claus, when I said relax, I meant relax. Jeff and I have been discussing all this for the past two months. We're trying to work out the most cost-effective solution that keeps everyone happy. JREF itself won't be footing the bill for anything. So relaaaaaaaaaax.

[The Central Scrutinizer]

Who will know at the hotel that it isn't someone from JREF who ordered it?

There is a guy at the hotel who also works for Home Depot. He is magically able to discern who can and can't charge to the JREF account at both places.

It's not about the sound system. It's about the expenses for JREF.

OK. But what about cups and linens and ice? I heard a rumor that someone might order extra ice. Should we be concerned?

I can hardly wait to hear it.

You already have. Keep reading....

[Badger]

What if they are charged for ice or beer cups or something? Even though Claus doesn't seem to be concerned about that, I wonder if we should cover for that too?

What is it specifically about the sound system that has him so concerned? Hmmmmm....... ;)

Dunno. Someone else will have to cover the beer cups and ice.

G6, don't sweat it, ok? It wasn't you causing the big concern over this. It's a good idea to have a good sound system for people to dance to and stuff. So thanks for getting the ball rolling on it.

[exarch]

Who will know at the hotel that it isn't someone from JREF who ordered it?

You know, I have no idea how the hotel people know someone from JREF is asking for something, to be billed to the organisation, and not just someone pretending to be them. I figure it's going to take more than simply picking up the room phone and calling the front desk. I assume the JREF (i.e. Linda?) gets some kind of means to identify themselves as being the JREF and not one of the people walking around in the room (like a card with a code or number or something)?
In fact, can you even bill something to a hospitality suite anyway? Or maybe you need a roomkey to charge it to a specific room.

[Girl 6]

I'm sure I'm going to regret this, but let's have a go at it...


It's not a huge concern. Let's not blow it out of proportion here.

Well then, why are YOU concerned about it?

Didn't you expect that someone would have to pay for a sound system?

I was told in the past that it was included in the cost of the room. Otherwise, as I have indicated, I would have collected money from people to make sure that the JREF was not charged anything extra.

What, all alone? Nobody helps you? That's not nice of people.

Let's just say that my momma raised me to be considerate of other people (even people that are usually paid to clean up after others). I don't like leaving a mess and I am more than happy to make sure that having the Forum Party doesn't leave a bad impression on the hotel.

G6

[exarch]

Dunno. Someone else will have to cover the beer cups and ice.

I think things like beer cups and ice are included when renting a hospitality suite.
Booze is not, that's BYO ...

[Badger]

Rebecca, my offer stands. PM me if there are issues.

[CFLarsen]

You know, I have no idea how the hotel people know someone from JREF is asking for something, to be billed to the organisation, and not just someone pretending to be them. I figure it's going to take more than simply picking up the room phone and calling the front desk. I assume the JREF (i.e. Linda?) gets some kind of means to identify themselves as being the JREF and not one of the people walking around in the room (like a card with a code or number or something)?
In fact, can you even bill something to a hospitality suite anyway? Or maybe you need a roomkey to charge it to a specific room.

Probably.

Well then, why are YOU concerned about it?

I've already said several times. I am concerned that JREF could end up with paying for something they didn't order. Surely, you understand that?

I was told in the past that it was included in the cost of the room. Otherwise, as I have indicated, I would have collected money from people to make sure that the JREF was not charged anything extra.

Were you told this by someone from JREF?

Let's just say that my momma raised me to be considerate of other people (even people that are usually paid to clean up after others). I don't like leaving a mess and I am more than happy to make sure that having the Forum Party doesn't leave a bad impression on the hotel.

Oh, come now. People should offer to help you. It's not fair that you should do it all by yourself.

[CFLarsen]

Claus, when I said relax, I meant relax. Jeff and I have been discussing all this for the past two months. We're trying to work out the most cost-effective solution that keeps everyone happy. JREF itself won't be footing the bill for anything. So relaaaaaaaaaax.

I am relaxed. If I was more relaxed, I'd be comatose....

[Girl 6]

I've already said several times. I am concerned that JREF could end up with paying for something they didn't order. Surely, you understand that?

Fair enough. And, I would think that since you had never organized this before that the organizers would have thought about that. ;)

Were you told this by someone from JREF?

No. That was the hotel staff that told me. But, since the equipment never showed up in the past, it was never an issue.

Oh, come now. People should offer to help you. It's not fair that you should do it all by yourself.

It's quite alright. People don't think about cleaning up after themselves while they are having a good time. But, if you are volunteering to help, then I accept. :D

G6

[exarch]

Oh, come now. People should offer to help you. It's not fair that you should do it all by yourself.

I distinctly remember clearing out the fridge and collecting all the trash in the hospitality suite on Sunday morning at TAM4. I think Jeff was there too, and Paul A. or Sam? About 4 people I think. It's been 8 months so my memory is rather foggy.

Of course, our job was a lot easier because Girl 6 already kept things tidy during the party ;)

[Girl 6]

So... Is there something else we want to debate and fight about? ;)

[CFLarsen]

Fair enough. And, I would think that since you had never organized this before that the organizers would have thought about that. ;)

I have organized similar events before, which is one of the reasons why I am so alert to expenses. Hotels and venue owners can be very quick to pile the small (and not so small) expenses on you, in the hope that you won't notice.

I mean: How many have not stood at the desk, checking out, and found that they had to pay for something they thought was free?

No. That was the hotel staff that told me. But, since the equipment never showed up in the past, it was never an issue.

I think you should nevertheless have checked with JREF. Just to be on the safe side. It doesn't hurt to be cautious, especially when it comes to JREF. Let's not forget that every dollar counts - JREF is a shoestring operation, and we should do our utmost to be careful with spending.

Let's also not forget that TAM is very much a fund-raising event for JREF. It wouldn't look good on forum members, if it turned out that JREF later had to pay for something that a member had ordered (in good faith, but the bill still has to be paid) for the JREF Forum Party, without the consent of JREF. Sure, it's easy to send the hat around, but I think it is better to avoid those embarrassing situations, if possible.

It's quite alright. People don't think about cleaning up after themselves while they are having a good time. But, if you are volunteering to help, then I accept. :D

No, it's not alright. TAM is very much about skeptics helping each other. We have people driving to the airport to pick up attendees. We have people organizing events, dinners, and all other sorts of things. There should be a clean-up "posse", where people sign up in advance, like they sign up for other tasks.

[CFLarsen]

I distinctly remember clearing out the fridge and collecting all the trash in the hospitality suite on Sunday morning at TAM4. I think Jeff was there too, and Paul A. or Sam? About 4 people I think. It's been 8 months so my memory is rather foggy.

Of course, our job was a lot easier because Girl 6 already kept things tidy during the party ;)

That's sounds a lot better. It isn't fair if one person has to do it all.

[The Central Scrutinizer]

So... Is there something else we want to debate and fight about? ;)

Yeah, after the party are we going back to your room or mine? :p :o

[Doubt]

No, it's not alright. TAM is very much about skeptics helping each other. We have people driving to the airport to pick up attendees. We have people organizing events, dinners, and all other sorts of things. There should be a clean-up "posse", where people sign up in advance, like they sign up for other tasks.

People tend to help out even if nobody signs up for it.

At TAM 3 I helped clean up after the party and found the chocolate thong. No, I am not kidding. I was a part of the deliberately distorted (but not quite false) summaries that I wrote up as the weekend went on.

[Geek Goddess]

This conversation is wearing me out - I don't know if I have strength to go to the party after this


;)

[The Central Scrutinizer]

This conversation is wearing me out - I don't know if I have strength to go to the party after this


;)

Welcome to CFLarson-land! :D

[SpeederA]

"I'm in my Happy Place." "I'm in my Happy Place." :boggled: ;)

[JLam]

Yeah, so this party...can I look forward to seeing people I like bicker about stupid stuff all night? Cuz that'll be sooooo fun. :rolleyes:

[Hauteden]

I must say that I am looking forward to everything. Getting little tidbits here and there and the entire behind the scenes activity of something happening is certainly intriguing me. Part of me wishes there is something I could do another part says I should just let things happen and enjoy the event.

For those of you who a putting the work into this

:bigclap

Hauteden

[Antiquehunter]

Can we get back to talking about boob flashing please?

If financial assistance is needed, I can be relied upon for a reasonable and moderate donation to cover ice, glasses, sound systems, chocolate, port, pasties... WHY.

If you get me liquored up enough I may flash my man-boobs. But that would probably end the party.

[Antiquehunter]

On a serious note - is there an attendance policy? Are non-forum member (non-JRef member I'm afraid) spouses allowed to attend if accompanied by JRef forum members?

[scotth]

hey AH, are you getting your Dad out again? (not to be confused with the spouse question you just asked)

Just curious. Tell him, "Hi!".

[Antiquehunter]

Nope - not my dad this time. My spouse. I'll tell my dad 'hi' for you, tho. He's recovering from a minor surgery at the moment. Doin' OK.

[The Central Scrutinizer]

On a serious note - is there an attendance policy? Are non-forum member (non-JRef member I'm afraid) spouses allowed to attend if accompanied by JRef forum members?

Of course!

[exarch]

On a serious note - is there an attendance policy? Are non-forum member (non-JRef member I'm afraid) spouses allowed to attend if accompanied by JRef forum members?

Why would they not be allowed? In fact, the party is a great recruiting opportunity for the forum :D
So bring your "significant other" along. Assuming they don't mind nerdy conversations, making fun of woos, and drinking.

[Antiquehunter]

Umm... well... my partner tends to be on the side of the woos. But he's all for the drinking elements. Perhaps y'all can persuade him.

[CFLarsen]

Umm... well... my partner tends to be on the side of the woos. But he's all for the drinking elements. Perhaps y'all can persuade him.

(rubs hands)

[Antiquehunter]

Keep yer hands to yerself, ya crazy viking. ;)

[CFLarsen]

Keep yer hands to yerself, ya crazy viking. ;)

A woo! A woo!

(salivates)

[Antiquehunter]

Yeah, but he's my woo. So be nice. I know its hard. Try. For me.

[Girl 6]

On a serious note - is there an attendance policy? Are non-forum member (non-JRef member I'm afraid) spouses allowed to attend if accompanied by JRef forum members?

There's no attendance policy. The Forum Party is announced in the conference every year and is open to everyone that wants to check it out. Last year, we even had some of the speakers stop by. :)

G6

[The Central Scrutinizer]

There's no attendance policy. The Forum Party is announced in the conference every year and is open to everyone that wants to check it out. Last year, we even had some of the speakers stop by. :)

G6

I understand Murray Gell-Mann had an especially lovely time! ;)

[CFLarsen]

Yeah, but he's my woo. So be nice. I know its hard. Try. For me.

Will you give me an offer I can't refuse?

Cuz...a woo at TAM...oy...

There's no attendance policy. The Forum Party is announced in the conference every year and is open to everyone that wants to check it out. Last year, we even had some of the speakers stop by. :)

G6

[nitpick mode]

It's the JREF Forum Party. :p

[/nitpick mode]

We're trying to get more people to join JREF and this forum. It's a secret cabal, a conspiracy.....(sound of evil laughter, fading away)

[Badger]

Flashing boobies! C'mon folks! It's the flashing boobies that are important!

The rest of it is mere details.

Get back on track here!

[CFLarsen]

Flashing boobies! C'mon folks! It's the flashing boobies that are important!

The rest of it is mere details.

Get back on track here!

I'm skeptical about the flashing boobies. I don't trust Luciana on this one...

[exarch]

Last year, we even had some of the speakers stop by. :)

This year too :p

I think you mean "last time" ;)

[BrianSI]

I understand Murray Gell-Mann had an especially lovely time! ;)

Most of TAM4 is a blur in my memory, since I was overwhelmed, but one memory that definitely stands out is standing 3 feet from Murray (who was chatting with an attractive young lady o'course) and hearing him say, "I just came for the ladies".

That's good stuff.

[The Bad Astronomer]

I understand Murray Gell-Mann had an especially lovely time! ;)

Hard to say.

[Antiquehunter]

That is a look of complete, unadulterated joy on the face of one of the most brilliant people on the planet. GREAT photo.

[The Bad Astronomer]

Oh, I have better ones than that. But I won't share those.

[Antiquehunter]

Umm.. how about a little album to be discreetly passed around at TAMV...???

You primed for the poker tourney???

[UnrepentantSinner]

There's no attendance policy. The Forum Party is announced in the conference every year and is open to everyone that wants to check it out. Last year, we even had some of the speakers stop by. :)

G6

I had Jami Ian Swiss introduce himself to me at the TAM3 party. It felt a bit odd since I'd attended TAM and TAM2 so I felt like I knew him already.

AH, attendence by non-JREFers and Forumites adds to the flavor of the party, which alread is a spicy, choclatey affair to begin with.

[Boo]

AH,

I'll take care of your man for you, you just leave him to me.;)



Boo

[SkepticScott]

A woo! A woo!A drunken woo, by the time the night is done. Would that be a droo or a woonk? ;)

[CFLarsen]

A drunken woo, by the time the night is done. Would that be a droo or a woonk? ;)

By the time the night is done, he won't be a woo anymore.... ;)

[Soapy Sam]

I've been reading this thread and I am seriously concerned (as is my mummy) that my virtue may be in danger at this event, not to mention my waistline.
Chocolate?
Port?
Single Malt?
FLASHING BOOBIES??? They allow seabirds in the hotel?

It all sounds rather...unsceptical.

[scotth]

I've been reading this thread and I am seriously concerned (as is my mummy) that my virtue may be in danger at this event, not to mention my waistline.
Chocolate?
Port?
Single Malt?
FLASHING BOOBIES??? They allow seabirds in the hotel?

It all sounds rather...unsceptical.

I think you about 9400 posts past helping. Might as well relax and enjoy, now.

[SkepticScott]

It all sounds rather...unsceptical.Unscekptical? We are going to look at the evidence of the chocolate, port, single malt, and especially the flashing boobies. I may insist on comparing them with non-flashing boobies, just to verify that they are indeed flashing. :D

It's all about the evidence.

[scotth]

Unscekptical? We are going to look at the evidence of the chocolate, port, single malt, and especially the flashing boobies. I may insist on comparing them with non-flashing boobies, just to verify that they are indeed flashing. :D

It's all about the evidence.

I take it as given that I can recognize the difference between flashing and non flashing, on sight. I would insist on comparing the various brands of flashing, one to another..... for reasons I can't yet articulate. But, I have a couple months to work on that line.

[SkepticScott]

Scotth, please leave the serious research to us single skepdudes. We'll steal your best lines, but please don't interfere. ;)

[scotth]

I don't get to use my own lines even once before they are (mis)appropriated?

[SkepticScott]

I don't get to use my own lines even once before they are (mis)appropriated?Yes, please, go ahead and use them! How can I steal them if I don't hear them?

[scotth]

Yes, please, go ahead and use them! How can I steal them if I don't hear them?

Well, be careful..... or you might wind up not being a single skeptdude anymore.

[SkepticScott]

Well, be careful..... or you might wind up not being a single skeptdude anymore.That's my plan, to try and become a less single skeptdude. ;)

[CFLarsen]

Where are we going to hold the JREF Forum Party? Jeff Wagg says there is no hospitality suite.

[Jeff Wagg]

http://forums.randi.org/showthread.php?postid=2066817#post2066817

[rebecca]

I've got the forum party under control. Like I said earlier, I've been working on it the past month with Jeff and I think we've got something that's doable. Hold for details.

[CFLarsen]

I've got the forum party under control. Like I said earlier, I've been working on it the past month with Jeff and I think we've got something that's doable. Hold for details.

When you have something, let me know. (http://forums.randi.org/showthread.php?t=67682)

It's OK if it changes later on.

[Big Al]

Will good old Murray, the Quarkfather himself, be at the party? He looks like a man who's fun to be around!

[exarch]

Unscekptical? We are going to look at the evidence of the chocolate, port, single malt, and especially the flashing boobies. I may insist on comparing them with non-flashing boobies, just to verify that they are indeed flashing. :D

Look out for flash-burns I'd say ...

[RSLancastr]

Hey Im over 18, I can sleep with anyone I want...That's amazing! I'm three decades past 18, and I still can't sleep with anyone I want. :(

In fact, can you even bill something to a hospitality suite anyway? Or maybe you need a roomkey to charge it to a specific room.I first read that as "monkey." :confused:

Yeah, after the party are we going back to your room or mine? :p :oJust remember: if either of you charges for this, it can't be charged to the JREF.

On a serious note - is there an attendance policy? Are non-forum member (non-JRef member I'm afraid) spouses allowed to attend if accompanied by JRef forum members?Yes, they can attend the party, but not the "official" TAM events.

[exarch]

Yes, they can attend the party, but not the "official" TAM events.

Unless they registered.