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Skipper of the Sea Que · 09-13-2004, 08:31 AM

What a pleasant time I had at the forum gathering. Thanks to everyone who helped make this such a nice event - including those who generously donated raffle prizes. Although some people were close to thee way I pictured them, there were some big surprises. My mental images of a few of you were not even close to reality

. I think others have already alluded to this phenomenon.

I like the idea of a match the screen name with the face game. If this takes place on-line rather than via private e-mail, I'd like to see the guesses concealed until guessing is complete - then I'd like to see all the guesses.

I hesitate posting my forumfest pictures because of the possibility that some attendees might prefer to remain faceless on the internet. My opinion is to get an OK from each person. You may include me (as long as it is a flattering picture of me

- (if such a thing is possible). Wonder if anyone will confuse me (I was almost going to add a few names of people who may or may not have been there) with "Pirate"?

I'll save my personal comments on name and face surprises until after the guessing (I don't want to give any hints - like "Lake Geezer" looking well preserved or rattles and "Rattlesnake Gal" or "rrr" turns out to be someone I've known for a few years or...).

Seriously, I felt like I was meeting old friends rather than new people. It was truly a nice experience. The time went by way too fast.

A fine time was had by AL - that's what I say - others said,
A fine time was had by ALL.

09-13-2004, 08:31 AM	#76
Skipper of the Sea Que Deceased Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: 1/2 way between Boston & Providence Posts: 573 Blog Entries: 3 Thanks: 32 Thanked 55 Times in 22 Posts	Forum Gathering = Fine time What a pleasant time I had at the forum gathering. Thanks to everyone who helped make this such a nice event - including those who generously donated raffle prizes. Although some people were close to thee way I pictured them, there were some big surprises. My mental images of a few of you were not even close to reality . I think others have already alluded to this phenomenon. I like the idea of a match the screen name with the face game. If this takes place on-line rather than via private e-mail, I'd like to see the guesses concealed until guessing is complete - then I'd like to see all the guesses. I hesitate posting my forumfest pictures because of the possibility that some attendees might prefer to remain faceless on the internet. My opinion is to get an OK from each person. You may include me (as long as it is a flattering picture of me - (if such a thing is possible). Wonder if anyone will confuse me (I was almost going to add a few names of people who may or may not have been there) with "Pirate"? I'll save my personal comments on name and face surprises until after the guessing (I don't want to give any hints - like "Lake Geezer" looking well preserved or rattles and "Rattlesnake Gal" or "rrr" turns out to be someone I've known for a few years or...). Seriously, I felt like I was meeting old friends rather than new people. It was truly a nice experience. The time went by way too fast. A fine time was had by AL - that's what I say - others said, A fine time was had by ALL. __________________ Amateur HAM Radio What is it? You'll be surprised. When all else fails Ham Radio still works. Shriners Hospitals *providing specialized care for children regardless of ability to pay*. Find out more or refer a patient.