BELLA BASH 2009!!!!!!!!!!

[..Glamorous..]

This, in my opinion, is the best GIF that has ever been made.

I seriously cannot stop laughing. It takes about thirty seconds of me NOT watching it in order for me to calm down.

OMFG! BWHAHAHAHAHAH!

 

[Musicroxmysox]

Got home about an hour and a half ago now. Thank yous and such to come.

Just gotta say this was the best time I have ever had.

Can't wait to see everyone at Albany. 🙂

 

[Filthyweasel]

Got home about an hour and a half ago now. Thank yous and such to come.

Just gotta say this was the best time I have ever had.

Can't wait to see everyone at Albany. 🙂

Nice to see you got home safe luv. Get some rest. 🙂

 

[BrightEyes1082]

My. Ass. Is. Hurting.

Working on some stuff for a relatively important meeting
tomorrow at work. And blogging. My thank-yous and shout
outs are coming soon.

In the meantime, I just want to say that I'm a great defense
attorney, and my claim of double jeopardy was effing genius.
And punishing the counsel when the judge was clearly biased
was totally bunk!

 

[RobAce]

Well all I made it home about 7:30 this evening after 12 hours of being on the road. I will have many things to say (even more than I did there, perhaps) and a long post to make, most likely tomorrow. But I did have to say one thing before I sign out of this thread for the night:
SPARKLE!

Rob

 

[darkhand]

So here I am submitting my first post-gathering message! This whole weekend seemed like a dream, if I didn’t have very distinct memories and a lot less gas in my tank I would wonder if it happened at all. It isn’t very often that anything can get me to express any kind of emotion at all, so don’t get used to this, but here it goes:

I have only lived in Dayton for about three years. Between work and other stuff, I haven’t really had time to make any friends. I spend a majority of time by myself feeling kinda lonely. Skip told me a couple weeks ago that she is nervous the whole way to a gathering and cries the whole way home. I didn’t really think that one weekend could ever illicit that kind of emotion from me…God, was I ever wrong. For the first time in YEARS I felt like I had real friends not the kind of friends that you shake hands with when you see them in the mall and carry on with life as normal…the kind of friends that stick with you. It hurt so much to have to leave, it sounds cliché and like an over reaction, but I honestly believe this weekend changed my life and each and every one of you were a part of that!

The Shout outs:

Bella and Bill - Thank you so much for welcoming us all into your home and all the work that went in to hosting and planning this amazing weekend. We’ll definitely have to see each other once in a while since I know how close we are now!

Bruce the Shark - It was good getting to meet you. Thank you for your help on Saturday night.

Classy - You are just too much fun! You’re accent is adorable, I only picked because I like you. Next time I see you, I’ll buy a coff…no…a cwawfee.

Slacker and Stacey - It was great to meet the two of you, we didn’t get to talk a ton, but I really hope to fix that at future events.

KrazieDog - You sir, are a gentleman and a scholar. You made me feel very welcome I look forward to seeing you at future events.

Skip - You rock my world, Skip. Even if you did inadvertently cock block me lol.

Homer - I was so afraid we horrified you on Saturday night, the look on your face was priceless! I’d love to get to know you better in the future.

Impaler - You’re a really nice guy, I’m looking forward to seeing you around at other events.

Lee Allure - We barely had a chance to talk, but I really enjoyed the conversations we did have!

Blackhat - It was a pleasure to meet you. I enjoyed talking with you a lot. Feel free to contact me on here anytime you want.

Pokey - You are probably one of the nicest guys I have ever met. You certainly helped make me feel more welcome at the event.

Kered - It was great getting to meet you. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Subtle Feather - Way to put me on the spot. When you “tagged out” it was like I completely forgot how to play guitar. Next time we meet I will be more prepared. It was great meeting you.

PurrBast - So I was bummed out that we barely got to talk at all. The next event we’re at, we’ll definitely have to fix that!

Captain Mad - I did flip off that water bottle, but it totally had it coming!

Fire Guardian - You are a lot of fun to be around. I really enjoyed meeting you. I hope you had as much fun as I did over the weekend.

Tklee88 - I love that you’re just this little bundle of positive energy! If it wasn’t for talking to you on AIM the weeks leading up to the even I may not have gone! So, thank you!

Musicroxmysocks - It was great to finally meet you, hun. I know we’ll stay in touch and see each other at future events.

Jhoti - You’re pretty damn amazing. I had a blast talking to you in the kitchen. We’ll have to stay in touch and hang out or something.

Knot - It was good to meet you. I hope to get the chance to talk to you more in the future.

Jpie - Keep pluggin’ away there, lady. Finding yourself is SO important. I really enjoyed our conversations at breakfast. It sure seemed like we were the only people that were up that early!

ASU - You are a man of few words, but most of them were hilarious. I look forward to getting to know you better in the future.

Kassi - So, awesome how we hit it off like an hour before I was going to leave! I hope to see you at more events so we can get more of a chance to talk. If you could refrain from purple fuzzing me though, that’d be great.

Natural - Didn’t really get a chance to talk to you much, but you were a lot of fun to be around. I look forward to seeing you more at the next couple events.

Rob - The INS actually did show up on Saturday night, but once they saw those shorts they ran away, kudos to you dude! In all seriousness, you seem like a great guy, I hope to talk to you more in the future. I can’t wait to see those pictures either and get with me on that other thing.

Rook - It was good to meet you, we’ll definitely have to stay in touch.

Aimee - It was great to finally meet you. We really only got to talk for a minute, but we’re close, hit me up if you ever want to do lunch or anything!

Jo - You were definitely the missing puzzle piece here, hun. I am really enjoying getting to know you. I think there’s a pretty good chance I may be able to blow off that BDSM event for Albany…

Last but obviously not least:

Cassi - There just really aren’t enough words… you really made the weekend for me. I am grateful for the opportunity to know you. This weekend was the beginning of an amazing friendship and I can’t wait to see how it develops. I’m working on squishing Cincinnati as we speak. Leaving wasn’t real until you let go and I got in the car and saw you drive away. I’ll see you soon.

I am sure I missed people but don’t think that I didn’t enjoy getting to meet each and every one of you. You each played a part in the weekend and lent your presence to make it what it was. Thank you for being there. If I don’t make it to Albany, I will see you all at NEST.

All of my love

Darkhand (AKA Sean)

 

[tklee88]

For the first time in YEARS I felt like I had real friends not the kind of friends that you shake hands with when you see them in the mall and carry on with life as normal…the kind of friends that stick with you. It hurt so much to have to leave, it sounds cliché and like an over reaction, but I honestly believe this weekend changed my life and each and every one of you were a part of that!

This is what people don't understand until they attend a gathering. The connections you make with people at these events are unlike anything you will ever experience. I'm so glad that this weekend accomplished this for you, Sean! It's been awesome getting to know you and I can't wait to see you at future events!

 

[..Glamorous..]

This is what people don't understand until they attend a gathering. The connections you make with people at these events are unlike anything you will ever experience. I'm so glad that this weekend accomplished this for you, Sean! It's been awesome getting to know you and I can't wait to see you at future events!

Exactly, I was just telling someone this same thing tonight!

 

[Filthyweasel]

For the first time in YEARS I felt like I had real friends not the kind of friends that you shake hands with when you see them in the mall and carry on with life as normal…the kind of friends that stick with you.

I feel precisely the same way. It's like a group of friends that you can be more free with than any other. I didn't get to know many of you as well as I would have liked (in the hanging-out department I mean), but it was just the experience of being around you and just...accepted! I feel like I've opened a new door in my life.

 

[Big_Dogg85]

I feel precisely the same way. It's like a group of friends that you can be more free with than any other. I didn't get to know many of you as well as I would have liked (in the hanging-out department I mean), but it was just the experience of being around you and just...accepted! I feel like I've opened a new door in my life.

These are the kinds of things and experiences that bring new people to gatherings, like me, and exposes them to the awesomest people around. Just from the few posts I've seen it looks like it was a smashing success and I hope I get to have even a remotely similar experience to you filthy when I make it to NEST. There are so many people I just want to be around and understand what makes them the great people they are.

 

[leafstk]

These are the kinds of things and experiences that bring new people to gatherings, like me, and exposes them to the awesomest people around. Just from the few posts I've seen it looks like it was a smashing success and I hope I get to have even a remotely similar experience to you filthy when I make it to NEST. There are so many people I just want to be around and understand what makes them the great people they are.

Team Canada, ftw! LOL Can't wait to meet the lot of you either... well said 🙂

 

[Skipadeedoodah]

This, in my opinion, is the best GIF that has ever been made.

I seriously cannot stop laughing. It takes about thirty seconds of me NOT watching it in order for me to calm down.

Oh my sweet Jesus. I have never loved you like I love you right now.

My. Ass. Is. Hurting.

Working on some stuff for a relatively important meeting
tomorrow at work. And blogging. My thank-yous and shout
outs are coming soon.

In the meantime, I just want to say that I'm a great defense
attorney, and my claim of double jeopardy was effing genius.
And punishing the counsel when the judge was clearly biased
was totally bunk!

You were an amazing defense attorney, babygirl!!! Sorry I didn't give you much to work with Srsly, double jeapordy was pretty genius - too bad it didn't stick. Appeal??

 

[Skipadeedoodah]

P.S. I want pictures from everyone - all of you - right NOW!!!!

 

[KrazieDog]

WOW! The end.

Seriously, that rocked! It was my most fun weekend ever. This party rocked the gathering's foundation. I REALLY needed a recharge of my internal batteries and this hit the spot in a huge way, by getting to see my old friends and making a few new ones. Yay first timers for coming out! On to the love fest:

Jo - You weren't there, so it wasn't complete. That is all. <3

Bella and Bill - Honestly, you've outdone yourselves. Thank you "Mama B" for allowing us to crash your house, your town, and your party. You are the most gracious hostess and really treat everyone like they are yours, thus living up to the "Mama" moniker we bestow on you. Bill, thanks for your patience in being a silent force that allows it to happen, and for cooking for us like no one else can. Both of you are epic and I'll gladly continue doing anything I can to make this continue to happen.

Brucetheshark - Good to see you again, and as always you respect all of our ladies, even when beating them. Expect a pm this week with a little something for you. 😉

Paul Blart Hotel Security Cop Version 2.0 - Eat me sideways you playcop halloween costume you. Third time you came to the door, I actually told Adam to chop you up in pieces and stuff you into the air vents, since according to him, that's how sound travels through hotels. 😀

BlackHat - Good to meet ya my man, and thanks for sharing your car ride with me!

FilthyWeasel - (in my best Sean Connery voice) It's good to meet ya, Laddy! Serious bud, you are a very kind guy and I think you did just fine for your first gathering. Trust me, the next you go to you will feel 100% more relaxed and social, because you already know everyone. It was a pleasure to meet you.

Darkhand - Really great to meet you Sean. While a little quiet, I enjoyed your company buddy and I appreciate you taking care of our little turtle most of the weekend. You are a great guy.

Korastus - Kev, it was a pleasure to both share the car ride with you to and from Cincy, but also get to visit and talk with you more. You've got a huge heart in a little body! So you are susceptible to hypnosis...it was worth it just to see the smiles you put on people's faces when they destroyed you. Stay cool little bro.

Jpie - Judy it's always good to see you. It's even better seeing every guy you talk shit to, hold you accountable for it.

Kered - My curator of the Lean! Always good to see you, but never see enough of you. I'm stoked you were able to get in on a Lean pic, and I can't wait to see you at the next gathering.

Mark and Corry - Good to see you guys again! Mark, great job on the paddle, it came out sooo good. Corry it's always awesome to hear your giggle in a room.

Christina - Always so fun to see you babe! Seriously your squealy "Kraaaaazieee" when I walked in and your fullback run through the traffic of the living room to hug me helped make my day. 🙂

Morgan - Always so good to talk to you Morgan, however briefly, but its always just briefly. We need to make a food run together (you dainty eating SOB lol) at a gathering and talk more. Keep roaring our Yeti!

Pokey - You are a gentlemen and have a smile for everybody always. It's always fun to BS with you whether just in passing, from across a room, or actually taking time. You are a good man my friend.

RChello - You actually came you goof! So good to finally to put a face and give a hug to the man behind the screenname. Thanks for helping me co-destroy Classy on Sat night at the party.

Rob - What can I say Rob, you border breaking Mexican you. (Seriously, there are pics to prove it) I'm glad your back gave you reprieve to enjoy yourself for once. Thanks for taking so many pics my friend, now get me a link to see them!

Lee - You are a wonderful woman. I too, am glad we have become the friends we are from where we started. Thanks for the talk Sat morning and I look forward to seeing you soon. Your hypnosis really took off and made for some very funny happenings.

Katie - My little herna and sister. It so good to see you again, for the very brief minutes it was.

Chris - You still fail Toolman, and hope you got yourself right, but it was soo great to see you again. It had been too long my friend.

Lyz - WICK!! You orange creature you! It is always sooo good to see you and just laugh with you to our own brand of humor. Congrats on leaving the orange shirt at home, even if your brought the orange shirt in its place. It's always soo good to see you.

Mike - The man rape was kept to a bare minimum since you weren't actually sick this time. After the last two gatherings, you earned some down time. Good to see you buddy.

Ryan - Sooo good to finally meet you my brother. I felt so close to you already, that actually seeing you in the flesh was just a formality. You are a cool to hang with as you are just to bullshit with on the phone. Continue to take care of my little sister.

Aimee - My little sister, you have got to make more time next gathering for us. You, me, and catchphrase must reunite. I'm proud you've hung in there all year, and watching you now watch it pay off is sooo satisfying. You deserve it and we're all happy for the both of you.

Kayaker - Keep smiling Todd! That it is all. 😀

Natural - "The DARKNESS everybody!" Man it was so good to get to just cut up with you again. So much funny shit happened to us this weekend, I just wish I had a 24/7 recording of it all to watch again. Thanks for being the great guy you are my brother, and I'll see you in Albany, this time with cajun food. Promise.

SubtleFeather - Greg you are such a great guy man. Seriously, I'm so stoked you came. Thanks for the rides everywhere and coming eat with us, and Catchphrase, the guitar and singing on the back deck. It's a pleasure to call you a friend and wouldn't have been the same without you there this weekend.

Purrbast - Babe, you rock so hard it's ridiculous. You're more stunning than even your photos can show, you are so easy to talk to, really fun to hang out with, a fucking AWESOME lee', and are a total supergeek which I love! BUT..."we still ganstas son!" Me, you, and Mel have a Catchprase psychic link. You are amazing, and I can't wait to talk to you more soon. Come to every gathering, period.

Rhino - My enforcer and Doctor colleague. You are always so awesome man. You are just comedy in a bulldozer frame. Always stay the great guy you are, and I'm honored to call you a friend. *tugs your weenis*

Kassi - Hai cutie patootie! You are such an adorable person babe and I'm soo glad you came. It was always funny to walk by and give you tickles in passing you and vice versa.(stop turning it off 😀) You are an awesome cuddler too. Can not WAIT to see you again.

Classy - Nicki, you are sunshine in a bottle and one of my closest friends. You make life better just being in it. Thanks for help making anytime we're together a blast.

Cassi - My cuddlebug...we didn't get to do our thing this time around, but I did get to spend quality time with you. Thank you so much for picking me and and dropping me off in Cincy (and not leaving me 😀) I'm glad you had a great time, and can't wait to see you again soon babe! Thank you sooooo much for the present! It kicks 3 tons of ass. <3

Glamorous - Cindy you are a shining star. Albany and now Bellas, anytime we hang out is so ridiculously fun it's a crime. It you hadn't been able to make it, this gathering would not have been nearly as fun. You damn well better leave all that "ler'ing" at home next time too. You and Nicki got me pretty damn good Sat night. Love ya babe!

Brent and Stacy - Man I can never say enough about you two. My brother and sister, period. Brent you know it all man. You are a fucking standup man, and friend. Stacy, getting to meet you finally after talking to you through Brent for almost a year was epic! You are an amazing woman, and loving beyond words. I knew we were the same person when we gave an Eskimo kiss at first meeting. It's an honor to have you both in my life.

Melanie - I don't even know where to start. You took my weekend over the top. We were like Tweedel Dee and Tweedel Dum this weekend. Where there was one, there was both of us, and I wouldn't have wanted it any other way. Anyone who tells you that a 6 hour session is bullshit, you tell them Jay said "they are eff'ing high!". You are an amazing person on so many levels, I won't bother listing them all here. Thanks for the laughs, the stories, the talks, the cuddles, etc. Love you <3 *pokes nose*


A couple funny things I remember off the top of my head:
Bella's kid (on top of a dogpile of bodies while hitting people with a pillow) "Yaaaaaay violence!!!"
Purrbast (at Steak n Shake after being tickled by her other half while in a corner) "hey I'm stuck in my little corner:it USED to be such a friendly place"
- (also Purr to Lyz when I told Lyz I would set her ass on fire there on the spot) "OMG wife!!!! YOU HAVE A WICK NOW!!" *pointing at the her new orange scarf she knitted for her*
Rhino (at Trader Joe's when I asked if this was "all natural" water like everything else they sell) "Why yes it is Jay. This is harvested by worker's hands from seaborne glaciers"
Glamorous (All weekend) "I HAVE HERPES! WANT ME TO SHOW YOU!?!
Me to Natural (during the distraction phase of Catchphrase) "I will burn your black ass in the fireplace!!" To which he responded, "WTF, is this 1930? Will you be lynching me in the backroom too!"
Bill (about the police helicopter in search mode above his neighborhood) "Someone let Natural know they are looking for him again."
Glamorous (answering me as to where the FUCK did her becoming such a ler come from) "I know right!?! I was cleaning the house the day before the gathering and I picked up some clothes from the floor and and there was a big box of LER sitting there, so I figured "I'll bring it to the gathering"" Classic!

Can we go back and do it again please? Epic weekend.

p.s. I'm the one that usually takes a ton of pics and shares with everyone, but this is the first time my camera never left my bag, so picture takers, please share a link to yours with me by pm. Thanks!

 

[tommytikl]

This, in my opinion, is the best GIF that has ever been made.

I seriously cannot stop laughing. It takes about thirty seconds of me NOT watching it in order for me to calm down.

That is awesome!!

Wish I was there guys...Sounds a lot like NEST love only in Ohio!
How many ended up being there? Lets say for the main event because I know ppl come and go over the weekend.

Maybe next year!

 

[classy]

Classy - You are just too much fun! You’re accent is adorable, I only picked because I like you. Next time I see you, I’ll buy a coff…no…a cwawfee.


Darkhand (AKA Sean)

LOL uh huh... I see how it is now! *HUGS you were awesome and even though you were making fun of moi... you were awesome my friend and I can't wait to pwn.. I mean see you again.

 

[Pokey]

Good morning all. Home, safe, sound, didn't get near the computer last night, apologies but let a few know I was safe via phone.

I'm not going to list everyone simply because I always forget something, someone and wish I hadn't. I do have a couple of folks to say something to;

Bill and Bella - thank you for not only opening your home but your hearts. Welcome is not just a word with you it is a way of life. You generously kept food, drink, comfort, safety and love abundantly available to any and all. And Bill, does the deck have re-enforcements? lolol. Thank you!

I truly enoyed seeing everyone and meeting a few new folks as well. This was a renewal of seeing not just community members and friends, in several cases it is a family reunion. My love and best wishes to you all and see you again soon.

I will say hellos to everyone in one way or another.

Pokey

 

[CrystalLight]

Darkhand- You are insanely sweet. Can't wait to talk to you more!

Jay - You are my complete. I love you. EOD.

 

[..Glamorous..]

Okay, so this weekend was totally epic! I hate leaving you guys it makes me all retarded and shit.

JoJo- I really wish you could have made it. My weekend would have been insanely over the top, everyone missed you dearly! ILY! and I can't wait to see you. <3 <3 <3

Bella and Bill- Thank you for a truly fantastic weekend, It was just what I needed! I can't wait to see you guys again! <3

Sean- It was AWESOME meeting you, you're so freaking fun! GFY! enough said. <3

Cassi- Baby girl, ILY so much! You made my weekend epical. I had so much fun hanging out with you and doing our vid. (Remember, we can't buy Arbor mist on Sunday at the gas station by Bella's! lol) <3 <3

Mel- Okay, you are totally one of my most favorite people! I am so glad we got to meet.. this gathering seriously wouldn't have been the same without you!

Nicki- I am so glad we got to spend more time together, this time. That casserole was seriously the best thing I've eaten in a long time! I can't wait to try and make it. Next time, we'll have to go out for coffee! <3

Jay- Omg, I don't even know. Like srsly, if you didn't come my weekend would have totally sucked. I always have the best time ever when we hangout! I miss you so hard already! I still think I should have kidnapped you and made you come home with me! Love ya! <3 (I will put my herpes on your face!)

Amanda- Hai baby! ilythereyagoherpes! I SOOO love my herpes, thank you for it! I am so glad you were able to make it after all! Oh, and sorry that I was a HORRIBLE defense lawyer. Hahaha. But everyone is STILL a liar! 😉 Ily. <33

Lyz- Okay, so let me tell you how hard I fucking love you! Mexican boarder FTW! Friday night was the funniest thing EVER! I can officially say that is the first time I've ever laughed so hard, that I got the hiccups. Truly epic! I can't wait to see you again! Ily! <3

Brent and Stacy- I freaking LOVE you guys! Stacy, your Alfredo was fan-freaking-tastic! It was so good to see you guys, and to meet stacy! <3

Kevin- You're so pretty! LMFAO! I had an awesome time getting to know you this weekend, and thanks for letting me vent to you on the stairs, Sunday. You are awesome and I can't wait to hang out again! <3

Herna- We are TOTALLY getting together and hanging out soon! It's ridiculous how close we are. ily. <3

Aimee- I am so glad we finally met! You are so totally my twin, lol. You look more like you'd be my sister than my own sister does! It's fantastic! I can't wait to see you again! <3

Ryan- I swear I will get around to watching that vid.. and send you a critique. LOL! It's was good to meet you.. be nice to my twin or I will take you down! 😛

Lee- It was great seeing you again, you're always so fun! Plus, the hypnosis was awesome.. even though it only half works on me. LMAO!

Kered- You REALLY are insanely tall, like that picture of me and you doesn't do it justice.. but I do like how it makes me look taller! LMAO! It was awesome to meet you!

Natural- I had a ton of fun getting to know you this weekend. Catchphrase was AMAZING, we totally rocked that bitch! I can't wait to see you again! ily!

Subtle- Okay, can I just say that you are fantastic! Srsly! It was awesome getting to know you! Going to Steak and shake with you guys and Catchphrase will be one of my favorite memories for the rest of my life! The next time you come this way you better freaking let me know! <3

Okay, So I totally know that I am forgetting people.. but, I've been working on this for an hour! I promise I will come back later and add more, it's nothing personal! I love you all more than freaking anything! Thank you to everyone for such an epic weekend, I hated to see it end! <3

 

[natural tickler]

I just wanted everyone to know I am home safe and sound, will give my thanks later, because it will take an endless supply of ginkgo to remember everyone and everything...so as they say in TV land, Stay Tuned

 

[CrystalLight]

I just wanted everyone to know I am home safe and sound, will give my thanks later, because it will take an endless supply of ginkgo to remember everyone and everything...so as they say in TV land, Stay Tuned

Glad you're home safe, hon! I heard you got your ass handed to you. 😈

 

[natural tickler]

Glad you're home safe, hon! I heard you got your ass handed to you. 😈

Unfortunately, yush I did, but those heathen women had to do it from behind in sneak attack fashion, but I will return...

 

[slacker2114]

Alright, time for my rundown of the weekend party to end all parties. And so everyone knows, all my sentiments are matched by my other half.

First off, I want to say something for my dearest friends that couldn't make it. Jo, Dave, and Sarah...it was not the same without you guys. I missed you all so bad this weekend.

Ray and Tracy....dammit, you shoulda been there!

See all five of you in Albany, if not sooner.

Ok, now onward and in no particular order...

Bella and Bill...you open up your home to us and make us feel like we belong there. Bella, you are most definitely the hostess with the mostess. Bill, your grilling skills are second to none and I'm always glad to partake of whatever you grill for us. p.s. Stacy really feels bad about the stove.

Lee...Words can't describe how wonderful it was to spend so much time with you this weekend. I was so glad to have you in my home the night before and to share the long drive to and from Bella's. You are one of the best people I know and I'm always so happy to see you.

Mondy...I think this gathering was the happiest I've ever seen you. Whatever it is you're doing, keep doing it, because it's working. And remember what I told you before you left. ILY. (p.s. You never stood a chance against me in Bella Court. 😛)

Darkhand...it was a pleasure to watch you work and an even bigger pleasure to meet you. Even though we didn't talk that much, you seem like a good guy. I'm glad your first gathering with all of us was fun for you.

Filthyweasel...It was great to meet you and I look forward to seeing you again. Your accent is cool as shit.

Skippybitch...I loved the time I spent around you. From knocking me and Natural over the ottoman to finally making you pay for all your shit-talking. You will always be one of my favorite people, Lyz. Now stop screwing up our lunch plans!!!

Mike...I'm glad you managed to drag yourself out of your hotel room long enough for us to man-rape you. You're always a good sport about it all and always have a smile on your face. Great to see you again.

Jhoti and Knot...Didn't get to see you two all that much this weekend, but the time I did was quality. Jhoti, you give the most awesome hugs and always have a big smile for everyone. Jeff, you make even the gayest-looking shirts seem manly. Much love to you both.

Classy...And that's just what you are. You've been one of my dearest friends since I first met you in Albany and you always will be. Hopefully one day, me and the family will get up there to see you and yours. You're one of my favorite people, Nicki.

Natural...Every time we hang out together, the jokes are always flying, whether it's us busting on each other or us busting on someone else. It's an honor and source of pride for me to call you my "brutha of anutha coluh".

Mark and Corry...We never seem to talk much, yet we're always around each other most times. It's always good to see you two. And Corry....you make the baddest ass of tuna casseroles!!!!!

Morgan and Christina...What can I say, whether we talk a lot or a little, I'm always glad to see you both. Morgan, thanks for helping keep Stacy's head on straight. Christina, thanks for just being you.

Rhino and Kassi...Pete, you are a cut above, man. No matter what the situation, you always come off with the funniest lines. And I really thought you were gonna whoop Mike's ass with your belt. Kassi, I remember you having some doubts as to whether or not you'd fit in with us. Believe me, hon...you fit in perfectly. 🙂

Korastus...I'm glad I got to hang with you a bit more this time around, little dude. You're a great guy and a really good sport to have gone thru what you did this past weekend. I look forward to seeing you again.

Subtle and Purrbast...It was an honor to eat at your place of employment, Subtle. Seriously, you're a really good guy and I enjoyed chatting with you. Purrbast, you are easily the sweetest and nicest of all the awesome new people I met this weekend. I hope to see you both in Albany.

Musicroxmysox...I'm so glad we got to hang out more this past weekend. I always love how serious you get when you don't realize I'm joking, and yet can still be funny herself. Can't wait to see you again in December.

tklee...Always a joy to see our smiling little herna, however briefly. Your smile and laugh light up even the darkest rooms.

Impaler...Always great to see you, Tool-man. Just wish we could've seen you more. Stay tough, bro.

Kered...Next time I see you, I'm not even saying hi to you. I'm going to say good-bye since you bounced before I got to say it yet again. Always great to see our curator.

Pokey...You are the epitome of the term "older gentleman". You seemed to have a great time all weekend and you helped everyone else put a smile on their face, one way or another. It was great to see you again.

Glamorous...I was so glad to see you again, Cindy. You're just a sheer joy to be around. I'm glad we got to hang out so much. Also, I'm glad to know you're ok. 😉

Robace...What can I say? You got my vote for "funniest quote of the weekend". It was great to see you again and in good health.

Brucetheshark...You surpassed all the impressions that everyone gave me about you. I'm glad to have finally met you and talk with you some. You're a helluva guy. GO STEELERS!!!!

Jpie...I love teasing you, Judy. You always put on the most pouty face that just looks adorable on you. I enjoyed seeing you again.

Rook and Aimee...Ryan, it was great to meet you finally. Even I was amazed at how outgoing and friendly you are. Hopefully next time, you get to hang around more. Same goes for you, ma'am-ers. Seeing your pretty face all smiles and happy warms my heart. You two are just perfect together.

Cassi...I'm always so happy to see you, talk with you and spend time with you. Even without the nanner bread, you will always be one of my best friends and I love you dearly.

Last, but certainly not least....
K-dog...Words cannot describe how good it was to see you and hang with you again. Stacy cannot stop talking about how great it was for her to finally meet you in person. You're as much family to us as the kid is. I only hope it's not so long a stretch before we see you again. Love you, bro.

To anyone I may have forgotten...It's nothing personal. I had fun being around all of you this past weekend. I'm still trying to process it all, so a few things fall thru the cracks in my head. I hope to see all of you again at the next gathering.

And now, my vote for "funniest quote of the week": While Natural was held down and being destroyed by six women (well, five women and Mike 😀), Robace said "It's just another example of white people holding a black man down."

 

[RobAce]

Glad you're home safe, hon! I heard you got your ass handed to you. 😈

In fact, I have pictures of the entire destruction of NT or is TN? I forget. Regardless, they will be made available to you today Jo-Jo.

Rob

 

[natural tickler]

In fact, I have pictures of the entire destruction of NT or is TN? I forget. Regardless, they will be made available to you today Jo-Jo.

Rob

you release those, and I'll kill you vato