I’m pretty excited already. I’ve got the driving billboard all ready. Should be able to give any strays from the Tampa Bay area rides if they need them. I’m shopping for a pink tutu in ChuckBorder’s size (what size did you say you were, Miss?) And I’m thinking of bringing a “friend”.
A “friend”?? Are you, by any chance, an amateur ventriloquist?? I’m not going to relate the mental image I got when I read this… :eek:
I forgot to mention that Miss FairyChatMoose will be attending also. Sans tutu, because I don’t have time to make her a new outfit.
I’m still trying to decide what to bring. Somehow I think flaming desserts from me might be unwelcomed .
Also, what to wear, what to wear, what to wear!
FairyChatMom, please check your e-mail listed in your profile.
Something has come up and we won’t be able to come. I’m absolutely sick about it.
But, I would like to do something for you as you leave our fair state, so please let me know when you get my e-mail.
Hey, you can’t do that. You owe me a beer!
Seriously, I hope everything turns out okay. And next FloriDope is at your place.
Well, bummer, ivylass…
I went to my email, but it says my inbox is empty. (Yahoo can be such a pain someimes.) I hope it’s nothing too serious. You will be missed.
ivy, I hope whatever it is works out okay.
I may also have to drop out, I’m afraid. My boss has become convinced that the store cannot function without my guidance and has decided that I ought to be there all weekend.
I’m trying to switch off so I can at least get my saturday back… fingers crossed.
You’ve got to be there! I was planning on picking on you the most. Er, I mean talking to you the most. Really.
Where do you work? Maybe we can organize a boycott. Besides, I’ve heard the Todd isn’t that busy on Saturday’s anyway.
Oy, I didn’t mean to scare you guys. It’s just a family obligation that came up and we can’t get out of. I’m sick about missing your FestOff, not about the family obligation.
I’ll try and e-mail you again.
Yeah, ditto! You can’t not come, RNATB!
Second time worked. I’m really sorry you can’t make it - and not just because you make killer brownies!!
Stoopid family obligations - they’ve kept me from a few fests.
RNATB - don’t be a poopyhead. Get your priorities in order. Top priority is ME! 'Nuff said.
Sheesh, kids these days…
Incidentally, it looks like we’re going to have a partly cloudy day with temps in the mid-80s. Bring your sunscreen!
Sorry, I too cannot make it this weekend. Friends of mine just bought their first store front and need all the help they can get with prepping and decorating. It’s going to be fun, but I would like to have scheduled my volunteering for another weekend, dammit.
Anyway, I know you all will have a great time! Take lots of pictures so I can regret missing out on this weekend even more!
FCM I hope your move and transition go well. Fortunately you’re moving to a place with a good Doper population awaiting your arrival. Maybe you’ll convince them to have a party for you too!
I hope to make the next FlaDopeFest! (So, when’s that??)
Yogini
Soooo, the rats are starting to desert the ship, huh? 
I’m not worried about finding MADfests. I’ve also got another network in the DC metro area - a group I used to chat with last time I lived up there - we used to get together for stuff all the time! Obviously, the mid-Atlantic region is far more conducive to socializing than denizens of America’s Wang.
Party-poopers will not be missed. We’ll have fun without you, so nyah!
Where do you work? I’m in the neighborhood; I’ll show up and get you fired.
Title does not dictate behavior, Dante. You aren’t even supposed to be here today.
OK, here’s how it stands now…
FCM
ThePerfectChild[sup]TM[/sup]
TroubleAgain
Shibb
screech-owl
BambiH
RNATB (maybe - who knows?)
Bear_N
furt
swampbear
KarlGrenze
Ludovic
and possibly the Bluesclan
Oh yeah - and from the UnaBoard, PlanMan was planning to attend. No fathomites live locally, except for KG who’s already listed.
Just two days left!!! I’ve already bought surprise cookies to bring to the event. Nothing fancy, but anyone can munch on them.
If anyone from the Tampa Bay area is needing a ride, send me an email. You might be required to bring 1-3 interesting CDs though.
Not that I’m the frettin’ type, but every time I see someone else post to this thread now, I hesitate to open and read, lest someone else is sending regrets.
Odd reaction from an optimist…
Well, FCM, I hate to say this, but it looks like I might have bad news.
You’re gonna have to put up with me on Saturday. Made ya look!