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Title: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: phildinftlaudy on August 26, 2012, 11:33:31 am: Hi All:

Almost one year ago (September 9, 2011) the AMG Preliminary Site Location Preference thread was started. To allow for a little extra planning time, I thought it would be good to start the thread for AMG 2013 Preliminary Site Location Preference a couple of weeks earlier. Please read the information below. Also, when providing site preferences, please note that it would also be good to provide a time of year (month) that you would recommend for AMG 2013.

Please use this thread to state your site preference(s) for AMG 2013. PLEASE LIMIT YOUR YOUR RESPONSES TO A MAXIMUM OF THREE LOCATIONS THAT YOU WOULD LIKE CONSIDERED FOR SITE LOCATIONS TO HOST AMG 2013. Also, include a time of year (month) next to your site selection --- so, try to present your info as follows:

Example:
Site Time of Year
ABC Land August
Candyland Sept
Never Neverland July

This thread will allow for the gathering of a list of potential sites for AMG 2013 - this list of potential sites will be narrowed down to the Top 3 locations for a future voting thread to be established. Then we can discuss rational behind the selections (i.e. cost factor, distance, things to do, weather)

To allow ample time for preferences to be made and to narrow down the list based on those preferences - let's accomplish this particular part (naming preferences) by October 1, 2012.

Thanks for your input - if you have any questions regarding the above, feel free to PM me.

AMG 2013 here we come!!

Phil
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Jody on August 26, 2012, 01:22:07 pm: Chicago - July
Miami - November
Caribbean cruise - Anytime

Jody :)
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: WillyWump on August 26, 2012, 01:26:42 pm: Chicago- dont care when. ;)

-Will
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: bocker3 on August 26, 2012, 01:29:30 pm: Cruise - July
Chicago - August
San Diego - August

Mike
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: phildinftlaudy on August 26, 2012, 01:49:28 pm: I typically haven't participated in the site preferences, but figured I would this year...

1) Chicago July or August
2) San Juan PR August or September
3) Miami October

Although, a cruise also sounds good and is pretty much all-inclusive
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Miss Philicia on August 26, 2012, 02:55:28 pm: Santa Fe, New Mexico - August
Pocatello, Idaho (side trips to Grand Teton and Yellowstone)... tired of large city destinations - August
San Juan, Puerto Rico - August
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: thunter34 on August 26, 2012, 03:51:54 pm: Not sure about my third choice just yet, but otherwise I strongly support Phillicia's picks of:

Sante Fe, New Mexico - August
Pocatello, Idaho - August (for the Grand Teton and Yellowstone trips)

I'd already been talking about Yellowstone with a few on here. I think it's time to get some Mutha Naytcha up in here.
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Miss Philicia on August 26, 2012, 04:04:45 pm: fyi, Pocatello is a university town and has one gay bar/dance club and even Pride celebrations mid-August. Also, Craters of the Moon (http://www.nps.gov/crmo/index.htm).
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: thunter34 on August 26, 2012, 04:08:15 pm: I also have a native american friend who lives in Fort Hall. :)

This honestly would be my #1 choice.
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: leatherman on August 26, 2012, 05:45:33 pm: Charlotte - anytime
Cleveland - not during the cold months (Nov-Apr)
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: phildinftlaudy on August 26, 2012, 07:33:58 pm: Quote from: Miss Philicia on August 26, 2012, 02:55:28 pm

Pocatello, Idaho (side trips to Grand Teton and Yellowstone)... tired of large city destinations - August

I had to look up Pocatello - town of around 56,000 and the home of the University of Idaho...
Yellowstone would be a bit of a hike (pardon the pun).... some of the attractions in the area and their distance from the Clarion Hotel in Pocatello:

Pine Ridge Mall 3.0mi (Thought Wolfter would like to know about this one)

Fort Hall Replica 4.0mi

Historic Old Town Pocatello 5.0mi

Ross Park Zoo 5.0mi

Fort Hall Casino 9.0mi

Massacre Rocks State Park 35.0mi

Lava Hot Springs 45.0mi

LDS Temple 50.0mi (maybe an opportunity for a Mitt Romney siting)

Craters of the Moon 70.0mi

Yellowstone National Park 158.0mi

Oh, and the regional airport has a major runway expansion taking place.... Delta Connections is the airline that serves the airport - operated by SkyWest.... oh, and the airport opens an hour before the first flight and closes an hour after the last flight arrives/departs.... and they give you a free cup of coffee at the gift shop....

Sounds like a pretty hopping place.... one of the hotels in the town has a Ruby Tuesday's located right next to it (Yummy)....

I will definitely have to try one of their potatoes if Pocatello gets picked.... a real Idaho potato... cool (I will be able to scratch it off of my bucket list).
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Miss Philicia on August 26, 2012, 07:37:30 pm: Well, of course if a non-urban area was selected people would have to team up and rent cars. I'm sure the cost would be offset by a cheaper hotel and food expense. (edit: oh looksie there's a 24 hour shuttle (http://www.saltlakeexpress.com/) from Salt Lake City airport! Figures with college kids and all... though from what I can find there are 3 round trip flights daily from Salt Lake City to Pocatello, and it's a jet not a prop plane)

Is there some rule here that all AMG's must be in cities? Seems rather limiting going forward, doesn't it, not to mention horribly discriminatory to those members here who do not care for the filthy, crowded environment of a city? Just trying to think outside of the box. It's very unfortunate that you feel the need to resort to a snarky attitude.

Orite... here's a scene from Charley's in Pocatello, hosted by the lovely Spyke Naugahyde!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FW3S7gYPLBI

... or even better -- here's how they "vogue" in Idaho (<<< SUPER FIERCE!!!)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9IMfQd65no
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: phildinftlaudy on August 26, 2012, 08:11:28 pm: Quote from: Miss Philicia on August 26, 2012, 07:37:30 pm

Is there some rule here that all AMG's must be in cities? Seems rather limiting going forward, doesn't it, not to mention horribly discriminatory to those members here who do not care for the filthy, crowded environment of a city? Just trying to think outside of the box. It's very unfortunate that you feel the need to resort to a snarky attitude.

No snarky attitude here...
I stated early on that I was not familiar with Pocatello and had to look it up....
Was merely pointing out the local attractions and fine dining establishments.
AMG is more about the people than the location -- although, I would have to say, personally, that Pocatello wouldn't be at the top of my list of places I want to visit before I die - but then again, neither is Buffalo - and I have been there several times.

As long as wherever we end up serves Corona, I am fine with the location.

A cruise would actually be one of my first choices; however, I know that not everyone wants to be on a ship and/or that some people may not want to have to participate in the whole set of dates that might be required if a cruise was selected...

I also would like to see AMG held in Ireland, Scotland, Australia, etc - but I also know that would be cost prohibitive for many...

Pocatello would definitely be a cheaper venue in regards to hotel (looks like the average price is around $90 a night); it would require the use of rental cars to get outside of the city limits to some of the other areas (i.e. Yellowstone)...

Wherever the preferences lead and the final vote takes us, I will be there....

So, in the end, snarky is all in the eyes of the beholder... (gratuitious emoticon added === ;D )
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: bocker3 on August 26, 2012, 08:13:05 pm: Now, now ladies......
If Pocatello wins, it wins. There is no way anyone can cry discrimination of non-urban area, as this is put up to a vote each year. If a small town is wanted, then members need to vote for it.
I hope you aren't just pot-stirring here. Last year's planning went pretty drama free and I'd love to see that repeated again.

Mike
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Jody on August 26, 2012, 09:23:40 pm: We have rented cars and vans on several AMG's, going from Toronto to Niagara Falls and to Quebec City from Montreal as well as busing to the pyramids outside of Mexico City.

We do tend to gravitate to major cities as they are easier to herd cats per se, and more to do in smaller confines such as museums, shows, restaurants, etc. but folks have often traveled off as some of us did when going to Mt. Rainier while we were in Seattle.

I think as Mike says people can vote for any destination they choose at this point and I too would enjoy going outside the US and Canada but I guess I figured not many others have indicated they would be able to vote for a destination too far away or too expensive though some of us will try to get to Melbourne, Australia in 2014.

Jody
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: spacebarsux on August 27, 2012, 12:18:55 am: I know most of the members are from the U.S., but will you guys consider having the gathering elsewhere? London, UK or someplace?

I heard London was chosen once before, but the turnout was very poor?
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: friskyguy on August 27, 2012, 12:44:22 am: Australia would be a great destination.....would love to visit there some day.

I noticed that Melbourne has AGAIN been voted the most liveable city in the world (Economist Intelligence Unit's Global Liveability Survey) based on a number of parameters of 140 world cities. In fact there are 4 Australian cities in the top 10.

Australian cities are ALWAYS ranked in the top 10 global cities on any given survey. What is it about Australian cities that makes them so desirable? Anyone care to share?
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: aztecan on August 27, 2012, 01:02:58 am: I will be there, wherever it is. Of course, if accessible by train, that is a big plus. ;)

As for my choices:

1. Vancouver, British Columbia - July or August, except the first week of August.

2. San Juan, Puerto Rico - Ditto on the time

3. Santa Fe - Ditto on the time.

That is about as spread out as you can get. I would like a cruise, but there is often a problem with everyone arriving and staying the same length. Also, the last cruise I took I spent much more than I expected to.

But, I am happy wherever or however. I also can go pretty much any time, given enough notice so I can save the money. The exception is the first week of August, when I do already have something scheduled.

I also would love to go outside the U.S., but right now costs may prohibit that.

There is Melbourne in 2014, though.

HUGS,

Mark
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: wolfter on August 27, 2012, 07:18:35 am: 1: Chicago....I sure have fond memories of Peanut Park :o

2: Nashville.....It's all about the music of course.

3: Cleveland....because I think we can convince Ann to come for a visit. ;)

As far as leaving the US, I suppose I can extend my comfort zone and attempt it. But be prepared for a gazillion questions. ;D

Wolfie
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: phildinftlaudy on September 02, 2012, 12:03:13 pm: (BUMP)

28 days left to list your three AMG 2013 Site Location Preferences.....

Have a wonderful day
(from Phildinftlaudy - who is currently spending Labor Day weekend in Ocala, Florida visiting with my mother. Hmmmmm, Ocala might make for an interesting AMG venue :) )
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: David_CA on September 05, 2012, 09:05:24 pm: 1) San Diego in mid Aug

2) San Francisco in mid Aug.

3) Chicago in mid Aug.

Cities seem to be the easiest destination for a group like this. A major airport is a plus, and lodging, so far, has been reasonable (thanks Dennis). In two weeks, I'm going to both of the CA cities I mentioned. San Diego is reasonably priced for lodging and flights, and everybody I've talked to loves it. Plus, any non-desert location in CA will generally be comfy in August... DC's heat this past AMG was really bad.
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Buckmark on September 06, 2012, 04:18:28 pm: My choices are:

(1) New Orleans, Louisana - any time
(2) Chicago, Illinois - any time
(3) Pocatello, Idaho - any time
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: wolfter on September 11, 2012, 02:00:16 am: I'm posting as this should be at the top of the comments list. :D This event has been my jackhammer into another realm. I
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: RAB on September 13, 2012, 06:42:54 pm: Chicago--late July/August
Vancouver BC--July/August
Sante Fe/Alb. NM--July August

Just a comment about history:

We've been outside the US 4 times: Toronto, Montreal, Mexico City, London (though I didn't get to go).

We've been East 4 times: Toronto, Montreal, Boston, Washington DC. (Course I live on the West coast so pretty much everything for me is East. ::))

We've been West 2 times: San Francisco & Seattle. (Though there was an unofficial gathering in Las Vegas.)

We've never been to the mid-west and never to the south-west.

Just my thoughts.

RAB ;D
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: HippieLady on September 13, 2012, 08:49:22 pm: San Diego - anytime
Chicago - anytime
New Orleans - anytime

I will be making it this year :)
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Jeff G on September 13, 2012, 09:14:42 pm: New Orleans , in the spring or fall .
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: weasel on September 15, 2012, 08:20:05 pm: 1: Chicago....I sure want to go there , Just because ;)
Maybe see Oprah ;D
Plus the City has great Museums .

2: Nashville.....It's all about the music of course, I have Music Family there :)

3: Cleveland .... Cause My cousin lives there :-*

I like August Vacations .
Weasel :-*
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Hellraiser on September 16, 2012, 01:30:39 pm: 1) New Orleans, Spring or Fall
2) Chicago, Spring
3) Portland, any time
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: WillyWump on September 16, 2012, 07:45:15 pm: Quote from: HippieLady on September 13, 2012, 08:49:22 pm

I will be making it this year :)

You better make it Hippie L! We've missed you. I can still see that beautiful little face sitting at the bar in Vegas ;)

-Will
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: bocker3 on September 16, 2012, 09:17:13 pm: Quote from: Hellraiser on September 16, 2012, 01:30:39 pm
1) New Orleans, Spring or Fall
2) Chicago, Spring
3) Portland, any time

I hope you make this one!! I am stilled owed a hug.........
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Hellraiser on September 16, 2012, 09:39:39 pm: Quote from: bocker3 on September 16, 2012, 09:17:13 pm
I hope you make this one!! I am stilled owed a hug.........

As long as it's not between July 15th and September 15th.
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: phildinftlaudy on September 17, 2012, 03:40:53 pm: Reminder:
Preliminary Site Location Preference thread closes 2 weeks from today --- October 1, 2012.

Thanks!
Phil
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: drewm on September 17, 2012, 04:10:23 pm: Chicago
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: HippieLady on September 17, 2012, 06:57:45 pm: Quote from: WillyWump on September 16, 2012, 07:45:15 pm
You better make it Hippie L! We've missed you. I can still see that beautiful little face sitting at the bar in Vegas ;)

-Will

I will be there....I've missed everyone too! ;)
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Lou-ah-vull on September 17, 2012, 10:28:19 pm: My preferences:

1. Sante Fe, NM
2. San Diego, CA
3. Vancouver, BC

There is a lot of sentiment for Chicago and it would be fine with me. With our great resources, I am sure we can find affordable and acceptable lodging.

Of course, any place is fine with me! I would like the timing to be either late July or early August before school is back in session as this affects several of our regular attendees.

Gary
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: pozniceguy on September 18, 2012, 12:48:37 am: 1. Chicago

2. San Diego

3. Nashville

any time in late July early august

Nick
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: tednlou2 on September 18, 2012, 02:50:17 am: Louisville- Derby, first Saturday in May. Everyone can sleep with me.

Miami is nice in winter months. Could drive down to Key West.

Orlando- Universal Islands of Adventure. Love the Harry Potter ride. Summer is awful, though.
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Ann on September 18, 2012, 08:29:17 am: I've got my fingers crossed that I'll be able to save up enough money to go this year. Having to move house twice this past year and buy new carpets really damaged my already anemic wallet, but hopefully there will be no unusual expenses in the coming months and I'll be able to manage it. I can't promise though.

1. Chicago, anytime. I'd LOVE to visit a few blues-bars, as I learned how to drink in one in Kent, Ohio in the early '80s. I've always had a love for the blues, particularly Chicago blues.

2. New Orleans, but not in the dog days of summer. Otherwise, anytime. I'd also love to visit the blues bars in New Orleans. Anyone here watch Treme? That show has whetted my already keen appetite to visit New Orleans.

3. The Isle of Man, anytime. It's a wonderful place and you'd all love it, I can guarantee that. My boyfriend's family owns a large bed and breakfast and I'm sure we could get a very good rate, if given enough notice. I could probably host a few people as well, and quite possible a few mates of mine would have beds available as well. The Isle of Man, including the town where I live, is surprisingly hiv, gay and transgender friendly. Think about it! :)
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: WillyWump on September 18, 2012, 10:01:25 am: Quote from: tednlou2 on September 18, 2012, 02:50:17 am
Everyone can sleep with me.

...nice.
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: phildinftlaudy on September 20, 2012, 07:59:14 pm: Reminder - AMG 2013 Preliminary Site Location Preferences thread closes in 11 days (October 1, 2012)...

Also, I am making a slight change to my 3 preferences:

1) Chicago July or August
2) San Juan PR August or September
~~3) Miami October~~
3) San Diego July or August

Also, the current site preference leaders are:
1) Chicago 14 votes
2) San Diego 6 votes
3) New Orleans 5 votes
4) Sante Fe 4 votes

Get those preferences in!
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: HippieLady on September 20, 2012, 09:38:03 pm: I would like to change my third choice from New Orleans to San Juan PR...if that's not too much trouble.

Thanks ;)
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: phildinftlaudy on September 20, 2012, 09:52:43 pm: Slight change to current Site Preference leaders:

1) Chicago 14 votes
2) San Diego 6 votes
3) TIE
New Orleans 4 votes
Sante Fe 4 votes
San Juan 4 votes
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: phildinftlaudy on September 24, 2012, 09:11:45 pm: REMINDER

Only 1 week left to get your 3 AMG 2013 Site Location Preferences in....

This thread will close next week (Monday, October 1)

We will begin voting on the 3 top sites selected on October 2nd.
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: peteb on September 26, 2012, 10:43:19 am: 1 San Diego anytime
2 Miami Nov.
3Santa fe
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: David_CA on September 27, 2012, 09:00:20 pm: Just an update to my San Diego vote... I've been in SD for three days now, and it's BEAUTIFUL! I'm staying in a very convenient location, and there's lots to do. It's also very close to the gay areas, which is always good. My hotel room is nice and is $55 per night. My rental car was very cheap, too, as was my flight. The weather is super. Unless anybody has a reason NOT to want to visit San Diego, I'd strongly recommend it!
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: BikerGuy on September 27, 2012, 09:08:41 pm: 1) San Diego in early Aug

2) San Francisco in early Aug.

3) Montreal in early Aug.

Teachers return to classes August 19th so early August works best for me.
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Lou-ah-vull on September 27, 2012, 09:44:31 pm: Another great thing about San Diego is that the weather is almost always wonderful. Rarely hot, never humid, usually comfortable, even in the dead of summer. While I listed Sante Fe higher (San Diego was my #2) as I think about it, we would have the most variety in San Diego, not to mention significantly lower lodging costs.

I agree with David, having visited four different times in my life, it is a great location!

Gary
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: RWR on September 28, 2012, 12:07:10 am: Beautiful Phoenix Arizona. They have a Charlies and i have some Ariats
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: HippieLady on September 28, 2012, 12:42:13 pm: Quote from: RWR on September 28, 2012, 12:07:10 am
Beautiful Phoenix Arizona. They have a Charlies and i have some Ariats

I would love if everyone came to Phoenix. ;D
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Miss Philicia on September 28, 2012, 12:43:45 pm: isn't it 115℉ during August?
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: tednlou2 on September 28, 2012, 01:40:41 pm: Quote from: Miss Philicia on September 28, 2012, 12:43:45 pm
isn't it 115℉ during August?

Yes. And, I'll send you a PM with my email address, so you can send those pics.
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: HippieLady on September 28, 2012, 02:21:12 pm: Quote from: Miss Philicia on September 28, 2012, 12:43:45 pm
isn't it 115℉ during August?

Yeah...August would not be a good month to come to Phoenix.
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Miss Philicia on September 28, 2012, 02:32:44 pm: Quote from: tednlou2 on September 28, 2012, 01:40:41 pm
Yes. And, I'll send you a PM with my email address, so you can send those pics.

wat
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: tednlou2 on September 28, 2012, 03:21:39 pm: Quote from: Miss Philicia on September 28, 2012, 02:32:44 pm
wat

Those genital and anal pics, hon. I want to help.
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: phildinftlaudy on September 29, 2012, 10:30:29 am: 2 Days Left to get your Site Location Preferences in.....

Chicago still leading - but San Diego is a close second....

Preferences will be narrowed down to the top 3 --- and AMG 2013 Site Location Vote thread will begin on October 2nd.

Thanks,
Phil
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: mitch777 on September 29, 2012, 06:25:45 pm: Hi everyone,

Sorry to be so ignorant but what is AMG?

Sounds like you all have become a family and can't seem to wait until the next get together.

Open to new people joining in on the festivities?

Mitch
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: phildinftlaudy on September 29, 2012, 07:04:20 pm: Quote from: mitch777 on September 29, 2012, 06:25:45 pm
Hi everyone,

Sorry to be so ignorant but what is AMG?

Sounds like you all have become a family and can't seem to wait until the next get together.

Open to new people joining in on the festivities?

Mitch

Hi Mitch:

Here is a link that gives a bit of an idea of what AMG is all about:
http://forums.poz.com/index.php?topic=4794.msg54216#msg54216

Although, there is nothing that compares to actually going to one.

And yes, it is open to members, as well as those infected and affected by HIV...

Feel free to participate in the planning threads... it is always interesting how it unfolds and how it turns out...
AMG 2012 was my first one - and I truly enjoyed the experience.
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: wolfter on September 29, 2012, 10:32:10 pm: Quote from: mitch777 on September 29, 2012, 06:25:45 pm
Hi everyone,

Sorry to be so ignorant but what is AMG?

Sounds like you all have become a family and can't seem to wait until the next get together.

Open to new people joining in on the festivities?

Mitch

Don't feel ignorant. You can read back through the entire AMG threads and get a great idea of what happens. mostly though, cause we tend to not post the entire truth ;D

I've never heard anyone who has went complain that they didn't enjoy it. I had to go way out of my comfort zone the first time and now it's one of the yearly things I save for and look forward to. Hope you can join us.

Wolfie
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: phildinftlaudy on September 30, 2012, 06:03:22 pm: One More Day to List Your 3 Site Location Preferences for AMG 2013

Deadline: October 1, 2012 (Monday)
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Miss Philicia on October 01, 2012, 09:01:38 am: Quote from: mitch777 on September 29, 2012, 06:25:45 pm
Hi everyone,

Sorry to be so ignorant but what is AMG?

Sounds like you all have become a family and can't seem to wait until the next get together.

Open to new people joining in on the festivities?

Mitch

People are very welcoming to all new comers. It just seems a bit cliquish with the post on the forums because they all know each other from years past, but any new person that shows up is quickly integrated and isn't left sitting alone like a wallflower, trust me on that.

You will greatly enjoy yourself if you decide to go and will make many lasting friendships.
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Jeff G on October 01, 2012, 10:16:25 am: I have to echo what Miss P just shared . If you decide to go you will have the best time and wish it wasn't over so quickly . There is just something special about attending AMG that's had to describe .
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Miss Philicia on October 01, 2012, 10:19:44 am: Quote from: jg1962 on October 01, 2012, 10:16:25 am
There is just something special about attending AMG that's had to describe .

Like watching Mark do so many tequila shots that he spends hours sticking pesos in Mexican strippers' g-strings?
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Jeff G on October 01, 2012, 10:27:51 am: Quote from: Miss Philicia on October 01, 2012, 10:19:44 am
Like watching Mark do so many tequila shots that he spends hours sticking pesos in Mexican strippers' g-strings?

I missed that one but I can tell you when you are around Mark its impossible not to have a good time no matter what he is sticking into people .
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: WillyWump on October 01, 2012, 11:08:24 am: Can you change my Vote to San Diego. Por favor.

Gracias!

-Will
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Miss Philicia on October 01, 2012, 12:49:42 pm: Quote from: WillyWump on October 01, 2012, 11:08:24 am
Can you change my Vote to San Diego. Por favor.

Gracias!

-Will

Why not just nominate Tijuana? You can have a 5 day ketamine binge. And proper tacos.
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: WillyWump on October 01, 2012, 01:05:31 pm: Quote from: Miss Philicia on October 01, 2012, 12:49:42 pm
You can have a 5 day ketamine binge.

did you have to go to your Index card for that one?
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Miss Philicia on October 01, 2012, 01:07:04 pm: Quote from: WillyWump on October 01, 2012, 01:05:31 pm
did you have to go to your Index card for that one?

Why no -- I simply archive all of your text messages on Google-Voice
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Jeff G on October 01, 2012, 02:05:29 pm: Quote from: Miss Philicia on October 01, 2012, 12:49:42 pm
Why not just nominate Tijuana? You can have a 5 day ketamine binge. And proper tacos.

This actually sounds kind of fun , I may have to change my vote . I like that donkey that's painted to look like a zebra you can sit on and get your photo taken with , plus they let you wear that big sombrero .
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Lou-ah-vull on October 01, 2012, 02:22:31 pm: I had an infamous night in Tijuana in 1991 on a business trip to San Diego (it is a half hour mass transit trip to the Mexican border from there.) I recall making one of those drunken promises to God that "if I survived, I would never go there again. Sick from Montezuma's revenge for three days.... nevertheless, in a group (for safety sake) it is great fun. Of course San Diego has something for everyone even if you just stay in town.

For everyone contemplating changing your votes, as long as your destination is in your top 3 that is all you need to do now. We will vote from among the top three vote getters if I understand the process correctly. The order of our top three for this round of voting is unimportant.

All of the top four or five destinations are wonderful...and we always manage to have a great time regardless of where we end up.

And...to follow the recent discussions, our group LOVES newcomers and encourages as many as we can to see why we return year after year and plan our personal vacations around this event.

Gary
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Miss Philicia on October 01, 2012, 04:48:40 pm: I will change my Pocatello, Idaho vote to San Diego but only because I want to score cheap ketamine.

... and uncut cock
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Jeff G on October 01, 2012, 05:16:52 pm: Quote from: Miss Philicia on October 01, 2012, 04:48:40 pm
I will change my Pocatello, Idaho vote to San Diego but only because I want to score cheap ketamine.

... and uncut cock

The Chicken Pie shop on El Cajon blvd was only blocks away from my house in San Diego , they some time served pigs in a blanket ... not exactly uncut cock but a tasty and age appropriate treat for an aging spinster such as you .

http://www.yelp.com/biz/sd-chicken-pie-shop-san-diego .

I will have to admit the only reason this place got a good review is because its been around forever , it would kind be like calling your granny a used up tramp to trash the place . They don't use much salt there , its a hit with the over 50 hot crowd ;) .

If they decide to do this thing in San Diego we are going to have to discuss doing it on Coronado Island at the hotel Coronado . http://www.hoteldel.com/
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Mrmojorisin on October 01, 2012, 05:59:12 pm: My favorite place in the world is Huatulco, Mexico. If you go in November the weather is still great and there are no crowds. It is south of Acapulco. It is WAY out of the way, but they have an airport...I like going in November because I also get great rates on hotels...its a fabulous place to simply relax, and enjoy the beach.

Huatulco, Mexico----November

Ooops..I didn't read the whole thread first...
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: mitch777 on October 01, 2012, 06:23:46 pm: thanks to everyone for the encouragement for "newbies".
i'm a bit bummed this afternoon trying to understand my ssdi appeal chances and reading this cheers me up a bit. :)
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Miss Philicia on October 01, 2012, 07:37:52 pm: Quote from: jg1962 on October 01, 2012, 05:16:52 pm

If they decide to do this thing in San Diego we are going to have to discuss doing it on Coronado Island at the hotel Coronado . http://www.hoteldel.com/

I've been there back in the 70's -- very pricey isn't it?
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Jeff G on October 01, 2012, 08:29:03 pm: Quote from: Miss Philicia on October 01, 2012, 07:37:52 pm
I've been there back in the 70's -- very pricey isn't it?

Probably so ... some of the past hotels we have stayed at would have been pricey if not for the group rate .

If people wanted to do Coronado there are reasonable alternatives other than staying at the Del .

Coronado Island has so much to offer you could never leave the island and have a great stay .
Title: Re: AMG 2013 - Preliminary Site Location Preference - OFFICIAL THREAD
Post by: Miss Philicia on October 02, 2012, 06:33:12 am: bimazek also lives there 8)