| Rating the conventions |
[Jul. 9th, 2009|08:12 am] |
I always wanted to do something like this. But on a more serious note. Each con has it's good points and it's bad. They can't always help what their location is or their hotel. They might be limited on their programming due to hotel availability. But I would think certain things would be the same. That you could make a good grid for what a con can or should offer.
But the few out there are interesting to read.
No, I will not being doing one as I am too critical. |
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| things in order |
[Jul. 9th, 2009|07:36 am] |
Looking a little better at me attending RMFC. I have a car pool to get there. Now just a matter of finding a place to stay there. Either at the hotel or locally. I don't care that much. But I would like to attend.
I need to know I have something as I need to put in for time off well ahead of time. Well ahead.
Working in the casino makes it hard for me to attend anything. |
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| Time not wasted |
[Jul. 9th, 2009|04:57 am] |
I went to go to a Company mandated class the other day, my day off. But I guess I went to the wrong area. But there was another class going on there, which I thought would be better for me and more hours (non paid though) So I passed and now I am CPR Certified.
Time well spent. |
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| A High and a low |
[Jul. 3rd, 2009|12:05 am] |
Nothing like doing the right thing and then getting slapped in the face for it. I saw an opportunity to help a group I work with from time to time. I took out the time to find the right contact, Made contact, a few emails and then went to care of the work and someone else needs to suddenly step in and take it over.
People just don't see why you have a problem with them when they do you wrong and you react to that in a negative reply back to them. Oh well.
On the positive. And on the opposite again. When you are in suit you sometimes never know when you have really made a entertaining moment for someone. Oh you think you did but sometimes it might take a long time to find out the reaction you made. I found that out today reading Wildfox's LJ. His comment really made my day positive. I am glad that was a good day for him also. |
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| July 5th and 6th Furry Picnic |
[Jul. 2nd, 2009|06:26 am] |
Here is a map as if coming from Norman, OK.
http://maps.yahoo.com/#mvt=h&lat=35.201775&lon=-97.34337&zoom=13&q1=Cozey%20Cover%2C%20Norman%2C%20OK&q2=35.215234%2C-97.249944
Remember no Fireworks.
Extra Lighting would be great as would an extra grill. Ice chests with ice, water and camping essentials.
The event starts at the Lake Thunderbird State Park off Highway 9 near the Thunderbird Casino near Little Axe, OK
Look at getting there about Noon and staying the night if you can. Pitch a tent for the cost of $10 to the Park. Curfew is at 11pm but the hope is that we will be the few there on Sunday night.
Monday plans include going to 2 wineries for tastings. Just RSVP so I know so I can let them know.
then after that over to the Sam Noble Museum of Natural history in Norman by OU for a free admission day. After that?
If you would like to be on the newer Central USA Mailing list please send me your email address and I will gladly keep you informed of events as they happen.
Jesterjaguar@gmail.com
Please share this info with you own local mailing list or group so no one gets left out.
Thanks and I hope to see you there. Be sure to bring about $10 of food and beverage son there lots of stuff to offer and variety.
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| A sad reminder |
[Jul. 2nd, 2009|01:53 am] |
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I was looking for my SS card I need for renewing my license at work. I came across the Half a rabbit's Business card. Thurber's. I got a little smile out of that. I miss him, hard to believe it has been a little over a year now. Elmer, Thurber and Roy, you are in my thoughts. |
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| LIfe of a villian |
[Jul. 1st, 2009|04:27 pm] |
I am finally in a D&D game again. Oddly enough I am playing a villian. I will not say what or who. But I am the one who is another game of which is comprised of heros, so to speak. Now it is true my character is EVIL. But that just goes with the territory.
Seems the heros, If you can call them that, are gathering up these orbs that they can make the perfect wish with them. Hey that is all fine, But who are they to possibly change the world in how they want to see it? As a villain of power, considerable power I am now there to stop them.
I have heard they are not happy about it. Hey? What do you expect? That you can do this kinda stuff with out there being repercussions? I guess so. I would say more about what my plans are what I intend on doing but I know that there are others in the OKC who might read this and pass information on as the players do metagame from time to time. Sadly. As of right now, Things go my way. Heck, I am not even trying to kill off their characters yet and they do not know who I am. I plan on keeping it that way though there have been some close calls. |
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| No More MJ |
[Jun. 26th, 2009|04:55 am] |
I was going through my Friend's list and I saw a post about MJ passing away. Like no way. I had to look it up to confirm it. I am at a loss. The guy was a little older then myself and suddenly gone. I would think he was over all in good health, he was a dancer after all. Dancers normally do pretty well.
I think the 80's music is starting to die now. The whole 80's period there were such great entertainers. I guess Micheal will the real first performer of that time for us to lose. It is such a loss. that just bites. |
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| Happy Birthday Lobo |
[Jun. 26th, 2009|04:54 am] |
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Sorry if a bit late. I hope you had a good day. I look forward to hanging with you at a convention again. |
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| More to offer for the July 5th and 6th events |
[Jun. 25th, 2009|03:45 pm] |
I found that on July the 6th the local Sam Noble Museum of Natural History is having a free day
so I figure after we leave the campground we can hit that also.
A brief recap of the events planned so far.
July 5th gather at the Lake Thunderbird State park on the South side of the lake near the Casino at the Critter Alley camping area. ( if you need information on how to get there let me know )
Camp, swim, drink, play around, have fun, sleep.
Monday pack up.
Maybe go to some wineries in the area and then off to the Museum to check out the exhibits there.
A lot to do and more folks are talking about joining us for a even bigger event since the last one. |
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| A day off |
[Jun. 23rd, 2009|05:20 pm] |
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and not hanging with anyone. I need better days off or find folks that want to do something. |
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| Rocky Mountain Fur Con |
[Jun. 23rd, 2009|05:08 pm] |
I might be able to attend this thing. I know they use a cougar as their "mascot" and Calamity finds that kinda cool. Least it is not a raccoon so I am interested.
Who is planning on going. I am looking for crash space on a floor somewhere. I am fine with floor space anyway.
I am like only 8 hours away from the con so it is drivable for me. |
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| Flavored Cigars in Danger?? |
[Jun. 23rd, 2009|03:15 pm] |
Seems President Obama has too much free time on his hands, I guess the economy is doing too well, the promises he made are all taken care of etc. So the issue is Flavored Tobacco and his wanting to get rid of it. Personally, I think he can say all he wants about getting of things. Even things that were there by President Bush, but something are there for a reason and he gets talked out of them. We the public see certain things like the need to close Quantonimo Bay. I remember hearing that and thought, that is not going to happen. It is there for reasons the public may or may not know about or have a need to know about. That is just how it is.
Now back to flavored tobacco. This is big business, I don't see the President being able to get rid of something like this with out the aid of congress and the senate. Not going to happen. It took a while to get rid of Booze there back in Prohibition. Remember? Now in days Companies have a bigger say in what happens with our laws. Well maybe with the exception of GM.
Change! Yep, you are getting it. So far I like Obama for his energy plans. I hope that works out. That is for the good of the nation. I see too many folks out there that list things that benefit just them. I guess selfishness is the way of life. I would have not voted for Obama but over all I am not complaining about him. |
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| Furry Picnic July 5th and 6th Thunderbird State Park |
[Jun. 22nd, 2009|01:35 pm] |
Okay it is set for Thunderbird State Park July the 5th and 6th. That is Sunday and Monday.
The Campsite selected for us is Critter Alley (cute huh?) It is located Off Highway 9 Inbetween Tecumseh and Norman Very close to the Thunderbird Casino.
How to get there?
Here is the easier version: http://maps.yahoo.com/#mvt=m&lat=35.207534&lon=-97.246428&zoom=17&q1=clear%2520bay%2520ave%2520Norman%252C%2520OK
But for those who follow written directions. Go down Highway 9 from Norman from I-35. It is about 9 miles from there. When you get into the Thunderbird state Park area you should see the large stone framed signs on your left side. (This is just past the Little River zoo Exit 120th ave SE) Look for the State Park Sign that also has the Horse as this exit is also for the Horse
stable. This is Clear Bay Drive. Just head back till you see either Red Rose lane or Area 2 both lead back to Critter Alley. I will try to get some signage up to assist in everyone finding the campsite where we are at.
From East Once again Take Highway 9 past the Thunderbird Casino, You are almost there. Your turn will be on your right. Look for the Fake horse sign, just make a right and follow the directions above.
More info soon |
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| July 5th and 6th picnic information |
[Jun. 22nd, 2009|01:31 pm] |
Okay it is set for Thunderbird State Park July the 5th and 6th. That is Sunday and Monday.
The Campsite selected for us is Critter Alley (cute huh?) It is located Off Highway 9 Inbetween Tecumseh and Norman Very close to the Thunderbird Casino.
How to get there?
Here is the easier version: http://maps.yahoo.com/#mvt=m&lat=35.207534&lon=-97.246428&zoom=17&q1=clear%2520bay%2520ave%2520Norman%252C%2520OK
But for those who follow written directions. Go down Highway 9 from Norman from I-35. It is about 9 miles from there. When you get into the Thunderbird state Park area you should see the large stone framed signs on your left side. (This is just past the Little River zoo Exit 120th ave SE) Look for the State Park Sign that also has the Horse as this exit is also for the Horse
stable. This is Clear Bay Drive. Just head back till you see either Red Rose lane or Area 2 both lead back to Critter Alley. I will try to get some signage up to assist in everyone finding the campsite where we are at.
From East Once again Take Highway 9 past the Thunderbird Casino, You are almost there. Your turn will be on your right. Look for the Fake horse sign, just make a right and follow the directions above. |
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| July 5th and 6th Furry Picnic planning |
[Jun. 20th, 2009|11:48 pm] |
Things are coming together for the Furry Picnic. I went out to Thunderbird today and scouted out some campsites. I found one that looks pretty secluded for our needs. But I am going to go back out again to check out the other sites to see if there are "more" secluded.
For those who plan to be off Monday, do so as I have talked to a couple of wineries that are normally closed on Mondays to give us a private tasting.
If you would like to do that please let me know so I know what numbers to expect on Monday. Please only say you are going if you really are planning on attending.
So for now
Furry Picnic
Sunday and Monday July 5th and 6th
Lake Thunderbird State Park
More details as they get confirmed
Draconis |
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| Oh no, no no |
[Jun. 12th, 2009|04:03 pm] |
My travel report will not be complete with out telling everyone about the movie night Kellogg organized. That next and then back on the road.
Thought I forgot you there Kellogg huh? |
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