ATTENDEE COMMENTS/MEMORIES

Holly's Diary

Fri: I arrived in Atlanta around 2 or 3. No I'm not really sure, but I know the sun was past the halfway mark in the sky. (Tracker Time) I was a little nervous as I'm sure a lot of us were. Everything was pretty much a blur, but it was so nice to finally meet some real live M7 pards. Everyone seemed to begin talking pretty freely and I felt right at home. It was like meeting relatives I knew, but just hadn't seen in a while. The key chains were great fun, but I absolutely loved gift time. What Vixen is complete without her own spyglass? Now I've got mine. (Thanks soooo much!) After the tomatoes we finally adjourned to our rooms, but despite the lack of sleep on my part, I still stayed up for a good hour or two or more laughing and talking with my suite mates, Debby, Nancy, and Em. I laughed so hard I was coughing. Watch out for those recliners Debby! They can be pretty sneaky.

Sat: Got up when it was my turn in the bathroom and got ready for our day of fun and adventure. Of course my car has a new name and quite fitting. Peso. The window decal is now a permanent fixture and it has crossed my mind to put a white star on the hood. Well, maybe not. The groups headed out and I chauffeured my group to the zoo. I'm still not sure if we were supposed to be using Morris code on those walkie talkies or not, but we still got where we needed to. The cyclorama was great and we didn't even get arrested or kicked out for our illegal equipment. I'm talking about the video camera, so get your minds out of the gutter girls. We might have scared the poor British gentleman, but he was a real trooper and even said goodbye as he left. Was that fear I saw on his face? Then we headed into the zoo. I love animals and even talked to a few. No comments from the peanut gallery. I DID NOT SCARE THOSE ANIMALS! I was merely talking to them and may have said the wrong thing. Stop laughing! At least we weren't with the Nathan Tanner group. I don't think our group name would have fit on a name tag. After the Zoo we headed back to the hotel. Had discussion, which I missed some of. Sorry, but my hair had to be washed. The nightly repast was to be at the Spaghetti Factory. Yes, we arrived. Peso and the Tracker decided on a scenic tour of Atlanta on the way. We spotted certain gorgeous men in a black Dodge Ram. The area needed to be scouted out for potential danger for my fellow pards. Aw hell, we got lost. Okay?! Better late than never. And, exactly what was that guy saying that was standing nest to my car before we were circling the block? I probably don't want to know. After a mad rush back to the hotel we settled in for more discussion and bonding. I did steal a harmonica, but really, I'm the only one who could really cherish such an item. Maybe I'll learn to play a tune before the next gathering. Stop groaning you guys!

Sun.: Off to Stone Mtn. Yes, the parking was interesting and we managed to frighten a few people from out train car. I have no idea what might have scared them away. The noise? The picture taking? The fast draw camera contest? Wimps! After a slightly rattling ride Em, Robin, and myself took a nice, even if slightly damp, river boat ride. That umbrella sure came in handy. Took in a little shopping in the village then headed back for some extremely nice TV scenery. Was there someone on the screen half naked? I was busy watching the overly clothed one. Sorry. Agatha's was a blast and very educational. How to make out in public and catch everyone's attention? No that wasn't the play, that was the side show. Not that our table wasn't a side show of it's own. Does anyone know how many cases of whiplash were reported in the local ER's that night? The woman behind us almost did a 360. Space Cowgirls and Coon skin caps will live forever in my memory. Spent a lot of time burning CD's and will always see Cat's head bobbing whenever I hear "Maybe Tomorrow" It is a catchy little tune.

Mon: Can't believe it's over. We just started and it's over. Boo Hoo! Well, I did get to go and make a Vin bear. He's my very own 'messenger boy' and it's just like 'Lickin' butter off a knife.' Oh, I also made him a buddy. Chris bear was born two days later. He is the 'bad element' and wants to know 'Can you handle it?' It was hard to say goodbye to everyone, but I had such a great time.

Thanks a million Cat and Amy for all of your hard work and making the gathering so special. It was just what the doctor, er, Nathan ordered for us all. It was such a pleasure to meet all of you and ya'll sure made this Vixen feel welcome. Thanks again and may you all have a wonderful weekend.

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