Amaz!ng Meeting Update: 5.5, 6, and Galapagos

Jeff Wagg · 30th May 2007, 01:02 PM

Hello.. sorry to be so quiet lately. I'm just swamped with work.

If you visit http://www.amazingmeeting.com, you'll get the latest update. There will be a lot more information coming.

For those who want the brief run down..

1) TAM 5.5 will be January 26, 2008 at the Best Western Plantation, in Plantation, Florida. There will be a workshop on the Friday before, and outing on the Sunday afterwards, and a tour of the JREF which isn't that far away.

2) Galapagos will be August 8-18, 2008. Leaving from Quito, Ecuador. Pricing starts at $5400 per person. It is all-inclusive.. meaning even bar drinks and tips on board, but you will have to get to Quito on your own. Much more info on that. There's a great video at http://www.amazingmeeting.com to watch.

3) TAM 6 will be the June 19, 2008 weekend at the Flamingo in Las Vegas.

Horatius · 30th May 2007, 01:12 PM

Edit: nevermind...

The Central Scrutinizer · 30th May 2007, 01:55 PM

I like the forum flavor of 5.5 (except the Rebecca part). Three of the speakers are regular posters.

I also looked at the hotel website:

Quote:

Hotel Amenities:

Cocktail lounge

Yep, so we're good to go!

LostAngeles · 30th May 2007, 02:16 PM

http://www.registrar.ucla.edu/calendar/acadcal07.htm

Quote:

Final examinations Monday-Friday, June 9-13
Quarter ends Friday, June 13
Commencement ceremonies Friday-Saturday, June 13-14

Originally Posted by Jeff Wagg

...

3) TAM 6 will be the June 15, 2008 weekend at the Flamingo in Las Vegas.

I hate you guys.

Edit: Wait a minute... this year's Commencement is Friday-Sunday... Mmmmmaybe... Depends on a) me graduating in time and b) when the departmental ceremony is. I'm not going to the university graduation to sit on my ass until they say, "...Math department, stand up. You've graduated..."

The Central Scrutinizer · 30th May 2007, 02:34 PM

Originally Posted by LostAngeles

http://www.registrar.ucla.edu/calendar/acadcal07.htm

I hate you guys.

Edit: Wait a minute... this year's Commencement is Friday-Sunday... Mmmmmaybe... Depends on a) me graduating in time and b) when the departmental ceremony is. I'm not going to the university graduation to sit on my ass until they say, "...Math department, stand up. You've graduated..."

Bah! It's just a piece of paper. Pick it up later.

jhuntington · 30th May 2007, 02:58 PM

Woo-hoo!

FYI, I priced some flights from NYC to Quito for this August to get an estimate for budgeting, and there are round trip flights as low as $559. Most change in Miami.

John

The Central Scrutinizer · 30th May 2007, 03:11 PM

Originally Posted by jhuntington

Woo-hoo!

FYI, I priced some flights from NYC to Quito for this August to get an estimate for budgeting, and there are round trip flights as low as $559. Most change in Miami.

John

What do they change into?

a.real.girl · 30th May 2007, 03:42 PM

So stinkin' excited. Can't wait for either... well, I can wait, as I have no choice, but I'd rather it already be the time where I could sign up!

Yay Galaps! Yay 5.5! SuperYay to the Flamingo!!!

-A

Hutch · 30th May 2007, 04:04 PM

Originally Posted by Jeff Wagg

1) TAM 5.5 will be January 26, 2008 at the Best Western Plantation, in Plantation, Florida. There will be a workshop on the Friday before, and outing on the Sunday afterwards, and a tour of the JREF which isn't that far away.

Probably won't make this one. We'll see when it gets closer.

Quote:

2) Galapagos will be August 8-18, 2008. Leaving from Quito, Ecuador. Pricing starts at $5400 per person. It is all-inclusive.. meaning even bar drinks and tips on board, but you will have to get to Quito on your own. Much more info on that. There's a great video at http://www.amazingmeeting.com to watch.

Where do I send the check? I'm serious,Jeff, I am not missing this trip for nothing.

Quote:

3) TAM 6 will be the June 15, 2008 weekend at the Flamingo in Las Vegas.

I rather like the Flamingo, It's nearer the "new center" with some of the newer places yet still a touch of Old Vegas in it's name. I'll plan on it.

Wowbagger · 30th May 2007, 10:24 PM

I think I'm in for all three: TAM5.5, TAM6, and the Galaps!

Does that make me crazy?

Jeff Wagg · 31st May 2007, 03:27 AM

Hutch and others.. we'll be taking reservations soon.. but if you'd like, anyone can call 1-954-467-1112 and put a $1000 deposit down now, and have their choice of cabins when we open it up. First come first served.

We'll call with details.. there are different levels.. nicer cabins at higher prices, as you'd expect. I'll release complete pricing info as soon as I can, but no matter what, you're safe with a $1000 deposit.

The Central Scrutinizer · 31st May 2007, 07:10 AM

Originally Posted by Jeff Wagg

Hutch and others.. we'll be taking reservations soon.. but if you'd like, anyone can call 1-954-467-1112 and put a $1000 deposit down now, and have their choice of cabins when we open it up. First come first served.

We'll call with details.. there are different levels.. nicer cabins at higher prices, as you'd expect. I'll release complete pricing info as soon as I can, but no matter what, you're safe with a $1000 deposit.

I assume that deposit is refundable up to a certain date?

Can we be guaranteed that the Galapagos cruise will be "Rebecca free"?

rebecca · 31st May 2007, 07:15 AM

Man, so much cool stuff. It looks like I'll have to choose between TAM6 and the Galaps -- well, technically my bank account will choose.

Originally Posted by The Central Scrutinizer

I assume that deposit is refundable up to a certain date?

Can we be guaranteed that the Galapagos cruise will be "Rebecca free"?

You can be guaranteed that a 15' radius surrounding you at all times will be "Rebecca free," you jerkwad.

Cleon · 31st May 2007, 07:38 AM

$5400?

Well, here's hoping I hit the lottery...

Horatius · 31st May 2007, 07:46 AM

Originally Posted by Wowbagger

I think I'm in for all three: TAM5.5, TAM6, and the Galaps!

Does that make me crazy?

No, it makes you rich.

I was hoping to do all three, but just after TAM5, I had to go and buy a new truck, somewhat unexpectedly. So now, I'm down to no more than TAM5.5 and 6, and even that will be tight. Overtime is the word of the day....

HarryKeogh · 31st May 2007, 07:54 AM

I'd love to go on the Galapagos trip. Please replace the current donate button with this one:

Thanks in advance.

Mattfn · 31st May 2007, 09:14 AM

Nice price, jhuntington. Cheapest I've seen (Boston) is $760. But it's not the flight cost that's the problem. After BusterCon, TAM 5.5 and 6, ~$6000 plus flight & incidental costs really isn't in the realm of reality.....unless.....

Can I have whatever you get above and beyond what you need, Harry, since you'll be raking it in? Thanks. (No, I asked him first!)

Thomas · 31st May 2007, 11:19 AM

Originally Posted by Jeff Wagg

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2) Galapagos will be August 8-18, 2008. Leaving from Quito, Ecuador. Pricing starts at $5400 per person. It is all-inclusive.. meaning even bar drinks and tips on board, but you will have to get to Quito on your own. Much more info on that. There's a great video at http://www.amazingmeeting.com to watch.

The Central Scrutinizer · 31st May 2007, 11:42 AM

Originally Posted by rebecca

You can be guaranteed that a 15' radius surrounding you at all times will be "Rebecca free," you jerkwad.

We'll always have New York.

Wowbagger · 31st May 2007, 11:44 AM

Originally Posted by The Central Scrutinizer

Can we be guaranteed that the Galapagos cruise will be "Rebecca free"?

(I hope that was sarcasm, because if it wasn't, you're insane!!)

Originally Posted by rebecca

Man, so much cool stuff. It looks like I'll have to choose between TAM6 and the Galaps -- well, technically my bank account will choose.

What happened to all those nifty ideas we gave you, to raise the money, in that thread you started?

Originally Posted by rebecca

You can be guaranteed that a 15' radius surrounding you at all times will be "Rebecca free," you jerkwad.

You tell 'im, girl!

Originally Posted by Horatius

No, it makes you rich.

Well, I'm not that rich. I am merely single, with in-demand programming skills, money saved up from years of Morgan Stanley employment, and a penchant for being frugal*.

Other than that, I am no Mr. Money-Bags.

(*except when it comes to computer equipment and vacations)

Originally Posted by Horatius

I was hoping to do all three, but just after TAM5, I had to go and buy a new truck, somewhat unexpectedly. So now, I'm down to no more than TAM5.5 and 6, and even that will be tight. Overtime is the word of the day....

I feel your pain. My last contract had me working insane weeks of overtime, because things were behind schedule. But, when you get that extra inflow of cash, suddenly it feels like it was all worth it.

DoubtingStephen · 31st May 2007, 12:01 PM

I've made that call, so either Terry and I will be on the cruise, or I'll be very sad.

Fitter · 1st June 2007, 08:20 AM

Originally Posted by Horatius

No, it makes you rich.

I was hoping to do all three, but just after TAM5, I had to go and buy a new truck, somewhat unexpectedly. So now, I'm down to no more than TAM5.5 and 6, and even that will be tight. Overtime is the word of the day....

You work in the patent office so no problem. Deny all the patents that cross your desk as already patented and steal the ideas.

Horatius · 1st June 2007, 02:35 PM

Originally Posted by Fitter

You work in the patent office so no problem. Deny all the patents that cross your desk as already patented and steal the ideas.

If only it were so easy! Besides, most of the stuff I see, you'd need a big, specialized company to exploit. So there I'd be, trying to sell their own ideas back to them.....

Desktop Icon · 1st June 2007, 10:51 PM

I am positively vibrating with excitement.

Speakers aboard the Galapagos trip will have quite an enticement to give good presentations. One flubbed delivery, one Powerpoint error... it's over the side with 'em.

rebecca · 2nd June 2007, 02:25 PM

Jeff, if there had been just one more baby sea lion in that video I would've mailed you a check on the spot.

The check would have bounced, but the intent is clear.

Oh, and I found this pretty detailed review of an early trip on the same boat:
http://www.cruisediva.com/celebrity_xpedition_1.htm

Wowbagger · 2nd June 2007, 04:05 PM

Originally Posted by rebecca

Jeff, if there had been just one more baby sea lion in that video I would've mailed you a check on the spot.

The check would have bounced, but the intent is clear.

What happened to all those nifty ideas we gave you, to raise the money, on that thread you started?

ottle · 3rd June 2007, 06:41 AM

Holy crap. Mr. Ottle's and my 10-year anniversary falls during the Galapagos trip. It's a sign. We will find a way to make it happen

delphi_ote · 3rd June 2007, 04:55 PM

I can't wait for TAM 5.5!

Desktop Icon · 3rd June 2007, 07:24 PM

So, when and where are TAM 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 and 5.4?

The Central Scrutinizer · 3rd June 2007, 07:47 PM

Originally Posted by Desktop Icon

So, when and where are TAM 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 and 5.4?

They already happened.

Doubt · 4th June 2007, 08:47 AM

Just put down the deposit for the Galapgos. I am number 7.

I expected this thing to fill quickly. What are you people waiting for?

Will be needing a roomie at some point. If you are female and available you get first dibs. (Sorry Scrut, you fail on one of those criteria.)

Never been on a cruise before. Not sure what to expect.

I do have a great deal of experience in the water. Although I have not spent a great deal of time with snorkels and fins, I do own them and bet I can dive deeper than anybody else going on the trip. All bets to be paid off in drinks on the ship.

So who are the other six that have signed up?

Desktop Icon · 4th June 2007, 08:57 AM

WooHoo! We just got spots 8 and 9!

rebecca · 4th June 2007, 09:33 AM

Originally Posted by Doubt

I expected this thing to fill quickly. What are you people waiting for?

Powerball drawing.

The Central Scrutinizer · 4th June 2007, 09:53 AM

Originally Posted by Doubt

Will be needing a roomie at some point. If you are female and available you get first dibs. (Sorry Scrut, you fail on one of those criteria.)

Same here. I call dibs on Luciana!!!

The Bad Astronomer · 4th June 2007, 12:12 PM

Originally Posted by rebecca

Oh, and I found this pretty detailed review of an early trip on the same boat:
http://www.cruisediva.com/celebrity_xpedition_1.htm

Hmmmm. On that page, it says

Quote:

The monument, which is located exactly on the Equator line, includes various experiments proving that you are at latitude O’0’0.

I wonder if they'll have draining water going around clockwise vs. anticlockwise depending on which side of the Equator you are on? If so, I will be the least welcome guest they'll have ever had.

I'll have to work up some fun demos myself for the cruise. This ought to be fun...

Desktop Icon · 4th June 2007, 12:16 PM

But what happens to water that you drain exactly on the equator? Does it collapse into a singularity and later re-emerge from a drinking fountain at one of the poles?

Mattfn · 4th June 2007, 12:54 PM

TAM 5.1 and 5.2 were very nice. I looked for you.

I so would like to be there, if only to be part of the "over the side" crew for poor speakers. (19 years lifeguard experience = I'm an expert!)

bearcub · 4th June 2007, 01:54 PM

Just put my deposit in. #12

Can't wait. I've never done a real cruise and am looking foward to this one. The closest I've been is a 4 day ferry ride from Seward AK to Seattle back in '84. That's one of the reasons I've passed on the upcoming cruise. The other reason is I'll take the money that would have to the Alaska cruise and put it aside for next year.

Note to self: get passport paperwork started soon!

Doubt · 4th June 2007, 02:16 PM

Originally Posted by The Central Scrutinizer

Same here. I call dibs on Luciana!!!

I think she may have something to say about that.

Is she even going?

The Central Scrutinizer · 4th June 2007, 02:31 PM

Originally Posted by The Bad Astronomer

I'll have to work up some fun demos myself for the cruise. This ought to be fun...

Could you demonstrate how to make Rebecca disappear?

30th May 2007, 01:02 PM	#1
Jeff Wagg Communication and Outreach Manager JREF Staff Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Vermont Posts: 2,677	Amaz!ng Meeting Update: 5.5, 6, and Galapagos Hello.. sorry to be so quiet lately. I'm just swamped with work. If you visit http://www.amazingmeeting.com, you'll get the latest update. There will be a lot more information coming. For those who want the brief run down.. 1) TAM 5.5 will be January 26, 2008 at the Best Western Plantation, in Plantation, Florida. There will be a workshop on the Friday before, and outing on the Sunday afterwards, and a tour of the JREF which isn't that far away. 2) Galapagos will be August 8-18, 2008. Leaving from Quito, Ecuador. Pricing starts at $5400 per person. It is all-inclusive.. meaning even bar drinks and tips on board, but you will have to get to Quito on your own. Much more info on that. There's a great video at http://www.amazingmeeting.com to watch. 3) TAM 6 will be the June 19, 2008 weekend at the Flamingo in Las Vegas.
	Last edited by Jeff Wagg; 12th June 2007 at 05:54 PM.

30th May 2007, 01:12 PM	#2
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30th May 2007, 01:55 PM	#3
The Central Scrutinizer Penultimate Amazing Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: The White Zone Posts: 20,265	I like the forum flavor of 5.5 (except the Rebecca part). Three of the speakers are regular posters. I also looked at the hotel website: Quote: Hotel Amenities: Cocktail lounge Yep, so we're good to go!
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30th May 2007, 02:16 PM	#4
LostAngeles Anti-WM Jihadist Join Date: May 2004 Location: Having a cup of tea. Posts: 9,768	http://www.registrar.ucla.edu/calendar/acadcal07.htm Quote: Final examinations Monday-Friday, June 9-13 Quarter ends Friday, June 13 Commencement ceremonies Friday-Saturday, June 13-14 Originally Posted by Jeff Wagg ... 3) TAM 6 will be the June 15, 2008 weekend at the Flamingo in Las Vegas. I hate you guys. Edit: Wait a minute... this year's Commencement is Friday-Sunday... Mmmmmaybe... Depends on a) me graduating in time and b) when the departmental ceremony is. I'm not going to the university graduation to sit on my ass until they say, "...Math department, stand up. You've graduated..."
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30th May 2007, 02:34 PM	#5
The Central Scrutinizer Penultimate Amazing Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: The White Zone Posts: 20,265	Originally Posted by LostAngeles http://www.registrar.ucla.edu/calendar/acadcal07.htm I hate you guys. Edit: Wait a minute... this year's Commencement is Friday-Sunday... Mmmmmaybe... Depends on a) me graduating in time and b) when the departmental ceremony is. I'm not going to the university graduation to sit on my ass until they say, "...Math department, stand up. You've graduated..." Bah! It's just a piece of paper. Pick it up later.
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30th May 2007, 02:58 PM	#6
jhuntington Thinker Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Brooklyn Posts: 151	Woo-hoo! FYI, I priced some flights from NYC to Quito for this August to get an estimate for budgeting, and there are round trip flights as low as $559. Most change in Miami. John

30th May 2007, 03:11 PM	#7
The Central Scrutinizer Penultimate Amazing Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: The White Zone Posts: 20,265	Originally Posted by jhuntington Woo-hoo! FYI, I priced some flights from NYC to Quito for this August to get an estimate for budgeting, and there are round trip flights as low as $559. Most change in Miami. John What do they change into?
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30th May 2007, 03:42 PM	#8
a.real.girl Muse Director of Operations Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 576	So stinkin' excited. Can't wait for either... well, I can wait, as I have no choice, but I'd rather it already be the time where I could sign up! Yay Galaps! Yay 5.5! SuperYay to the Flamingo!!! -A
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30th May 2007, 04:04 PM	#9
Hutch International Arms Merchant and rollercoaster junkie Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: About 7 Miles from the Saturn 5B Posts: 5,586	Originally Posted by Jeff Wagg 1) TAM 5.5 will be January 26, 2008 at the Best Western Plantation, in Plantation, Florida. There will be a workshop on the Friday before, and outing on the Sunday afterwards, and a tour of the JREF which isn't that far away. Probably won't make this one. We'll see when it gets closer. Quote: 2) Galapagos will be August 8-18, 2008. Leaving from Quito, Ecuador. Pricing starts at $5400 per person. It is all-inclusive.. meaning even bar drinks and tips on board, but you will have to get to Quito on your own. Much more info on that. There's a great video at http://www.amazingmeeting.com to watch. Where do I send the check? I'm serious,Jeff, I am not missing this trip for nothing. Quote: 3) TAM 6 will be the June 15, 2008 weekend at the Flamingo in Las Vegas. I rather like the Flamingo, It's nearer the "new center" with some of the newer places yet still a touch of Old Vegas in it's name. I'll plan on it.
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30th May 2007, 10:24 PM	#10
Wowbagger The Infinitely Prolonged Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Westchester County, NY (when not in space) Posts: 7,154	I think I'm in for all three: TAM5.5, TAM6, and the Galaps! Does that make me crazy?
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31st May 2007, 03:27 AM	#11
Jeff Wagg Communication and Outreach Manager JREF Staff Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Vermont Posts: 2,677	Hutch and others.. we'll be taking reservations soon.. but if you'd like, anyone can call 1-954-467-1112 and put a $1000 deposit down now, and have their choice of cabins when we open it up. First come first served. We'll call with details.. there are different levels.. nicer cabins at higher prices, as you'd expect. I'll release complete pricing info as soon as I can, but no matter what, you're safe with a $1000 deposit.

31st May 2007, 07:10 AM	#12
The Central Scrutinizer Penultimate Amazing Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: The White Zone Posts: 20,265	Originally Posted by Jeff Wagg Hutch and others.. we'll be taking reservations soon.. but if you'd like, anyone can call 1-954-467-1112 and put a $1000 deposit down now, and have their choice of cabins when we open it up. First come first served. We'll call with details.. there are different levels.. nicer cabins at higher prices, as you'd expect. I'll release complete pricing info as soon as I can, but no matter what, you're safe with a $1000 deposit. I assume that deposit is refundable up to a certain date? Can we be guaranteed that the Galapagos cruise will be "Rebecca free"?
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31st May 2007, 07:15 AM	#13
rebecca Banned Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: some other spring Posts: 6,852	Man, so much cool stuff. It looks like I'll have to choose between TAM6 and the Galaps -- well, technically my bank account will choose. Originally Posted by The Central Scrutinizer I assume that deposit is refundable up to a certain date? Can we be guaranteed that the Galapagos cruise will be "Rebecca free"? You can be guaranteed that a 15' radius surrounding you at all times will be "Rebecca free," you jerkwad.

31st May 2007, 07:38 AM	#14
Cleon King of the Pod People Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 13,914	$5400? Well, here's hoping I hit the lottery...
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31st May 2007, 07:46 AM	#15
Horatius NWO Kitty Wrangler Join Date: May 2006 Location: Ottawa, ON, Canada Posts: 11,159	Originally Posted by Wowbagger I think I'm in for all three: TAM5.5, TAM6, and the Galaps! Does that make me crazy? No, it makes you rich. I was hoping to do all three, but just after TAM5, I had to go and buy a new truck, somewhat unexpectedly. So now, I'm down to no more than TAM5.5 and 6, and even that will be tight. Overtime is the word of the day....
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31st May 2007, 07:54 AM	#16
HarryKeogh Catholic School Survivor Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: New York, NY Posts: 10,239	I'd love to go on the Galapagos trip. Please replace the current donate button with this one: Thanks in advance.

31st May 2007, 09:14 AM	#17
Mattfn Amuised Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: S.E. Massachusetts Posts: 806	Nice price, jhuntington. Cheapest I've seen (Boston) is $760. But it's not the flight cost that's the problem. After BusterCon, TAM 5.5 and 6, ~$6000 plus flight & incidental costs really isn't in the realm of reality.....unless..... Can I have whatever you get above and beyond what you need, Harry, since you'll be raking it in? Thanks. (No, I asked him first!)
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31st May 2007, 11:19 AM	#18
Thomas Still in Doubt Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: A state of something rotten Posts: 1,563	Originally Posted by Jeff Wagg .... 2) Galapagos will be August 8-18, 2008. Leaving from Quito, Ecuador. Pricing starts at $5400 per person. It is all-inclusive.. meaning even bar drinks and tips on board, but you will have to get to Quito on your own. Much more info on that. There's a great video at http://www.amazingmeeting.com to watch.

31st May 2007, 11:42 AM	#19
The Central Scrutinizer Penultimate Amazing Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: The White Zone Posts: 20,265	Originally Posted by rebecca You can be guaranteed that a 15' radius surrounding you at all times will be "Rebecca free," you jerkwad. We'll always have New York.
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31st May 2007, 11:44 AM	#20
Wowbagger The Infinitely Prolonged Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Westchester County, NY (when not in space) Posts: 7,154	Originally Posted by The Central Scrutinizer Can we be guaranteed that the Galapagos cruise will be "Rebecca free"? (I hope that was sarcasm, because if it wasn't, you're insane!!) Originally Posted by rebecca Man, so much cool stuff. It looks like I'll have to choose between TAM6 and the Galaps -- well, technically my bank account will choose. What happened to all those nifty ideas we gave you, to raise the money, in that thread you started? Originally Posted by rebecca You can be guaranteed that a 15' radius surrounding you at all times will be "Rebecca free," you jerkwad. You tell 'im, girl! Originally Posted by Horatius No, it makes you rich. Well, I'm not that rich. I am merely single, with in-demand programming skills, money saved up from years of Morgan Stanley employment, and a penchant for being frugal. Other than that, I am no Mr. Money-Bags. (except when it comes to computer equipment and vacations) Originally Posted by Horatius I was hoping to do all three, but just after TAM5, I had to go and buy a new truck, somewhat unexpectedly. So now, I'm down to no more than TAM5.5 and 6, and even that will be tight. Overtime is the word of the day.... I feel your pain. My last contract had me working insane weeks of overtime, because things were behind schedule. But, when you get that extra inflow of cash, suddenly it feels like it was all worth it.
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31st May 2007, 12:01 PM	#21
DoubtingStephen Queer Propagandist Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 1,548	I've made that call, so either Terry and I will be on the cruise, or I'll be very sad.
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1st June 2007, 08:20 AM	#22
Fitter Master Poster Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Just outside Balzac Posts: 2,233	Originally Posted by Horatius No, it makes you rich. I was hoping to do all three, but just after TAM5, I had to go and buy a new truck, somewhat unexpectedly. So now, I'm down to no more than TAM5.5 and 6, and even that will be tight. Overtime is the word of the day.... You work in the patent office so no problem. Deny all the patents that cross your desk as already patented and steal the ideas.

1st June 2007, 02:35 PM	#23
Horatius NWO Kitty Wrangler Join Date: May 2006 Location: Ottawa, ON, Canada Posts: 11,159	Originally Posted by Fitter You work in the patent office so no problem. Deny all the patents that cross your desk as already patented and steal the ideas. If only it were so easy! Besides, most of the stuff I see, you'd need a big, specialized company to exploit. So there I'd be, trying to sell their own ideas back to them.....
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1st June 2007, 10:51 PM	#24
Desktop Icon Ramtha's Hairdresser Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Seattle II: Electric Boogaloo Posts: 1,447	I am positively vibrating with excitement. Speakers aboard the Galapagos trip will have quite an enticement to give good presentations. One flubbed delivery, one Powerpoint error... it's over the side with 'em.
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2nd June 2007, 02:25 PM	#25
rebecca Banned Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: some other spring Posts: 6,852	Jeff, if there had been just one more baby sea lion in that video I would've mailed you a check on the spot. The check would have bounced, but the intent is clear. Oh, and I found this pretty detailed review of an early trip on the same boat: http://www.cruisediva.com/celebrity_xpedition_1.htm

2nd June 2007, 04:05 PM	#26
Wowbagger The Infinitely Prolonged Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Westchester County, NY (when not in space) Posts: 7,154	Originally Posted by rebecca Jeff, if there had been just one more baby sea lion in that video I would've mailed you a check on the spot. The check would have bounced, but the intent is clear. What happened to all those nifty ideas we gave you, to raise the money, on that thread you started?
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3rd June 2007, 06:41 AM	#27
ottle Muse Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Out to Lunch Posts: 525	Holy crap. Mr. Ottle's and my 10-year anniversary falls during the Galapagos trip. It's a sign. We will find a way to make it happen
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3rd June 2007, 04:55 PM	#28
delphi_ote needs a drink. Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 5,924	I can't wait for TAM 5.5!
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3rd June 2007, 07:24 PM	#29
Desktop Icon Ramtha's Hairdresser Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Seattle II: Electric Boogaloo Posts: 1,447	So, when and where are TAM 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 and 5.4?
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3rd June 2007, 07:47 PM	#30
The Central Scrutinizer Penultimate Amazing Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: The White Zone Posts: 20,265	Originally Posted by Desktop Icon So, when and where are TAM 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 and 5.4? They already happened.
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4th June 2007, 08:47 AM	#31
Doubt Illuminator Join Date: Apr 2002 Posts: 3,702	Just put down the deposit for the Galapgos. I am number 7. I expected this thing to fill quickly. What are you people waiting for? Will be needing a roomie at some point. If you are female and available you get first dibs. (Sorry Scrut, you fail on one of those criteria.) Never been on a cruise before. Not sure what to expect. I do have a great deal of experience in the water. Although I have not spent a great deal of time with snorkels and fins, I do own them and bet I can dive deeper than anybody else going on the trip. All bets to be paid off in drinks on the ship. So who are the other six that have signed up?
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4th June 2007, 08:57 AM	#32
Desktop Icon Ramtha's Hairdresser Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Seattle II: Electric Boogaloo Posts: 1,447	WooHoo! We just got spots 8 and 9!
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4th June 2007, 09:33 AM	#33
rebecca Banned Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: some other spring Posts: 6,852	Originally Posted by Doubt I expected this thing to fill quickly. What are you people waiting for? Powerball drawing.

4th June 2007, 09:53 AM	#34
The Central Scrutinizer Penultimate Amazing Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: The White Zone Posts: 20,265	Originally Posted by Doubt Will be needing a roomie at some point. If you are female and available you get first dibs. (Sorry Scrut, you fail on one of those criteria.) Same here. I call dibs on Luciana!!!
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4th June 2007, 12:12 PM	#35
The Bad Astronomer Administrator JREF President Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Boulder Posts: 832	Originally Posted by rebecca Oh, and I found this pretty detailed review of an early trip on the same boat: http://www.cruisediva.com/celebrity_xpedition_1.htm Hmmmm. On that page, it says Quote: The monument, which is located exactly on the Equator line, includes various experiments proving that you are at latitude O’0’0. I wonder if they'll have draining water going around clockwise vs. anticlockwise depending on which side of the Equator you are on? If so, I will be the least welcome guest they'll have ever had. I'll have to work up some fun demos myself for the cruise. This ought to be fun...