Author Topic: AMG names (Read 49016 times)

anniebc · « **on:** February 01, 2015, 03:26:44 pm »

Please let Gary know who will be going to Memphis. I'll start the list off.

Jen and I will be attending, can't wait to see you all again.

Aroha
Jan

weasel · « **Reply #1 on:** February 01, 2015, 03:41:52 pm »

I will be attending

Carl

Jeff G · « **Reply #2 on:** February 01, 2015, 04:49:28 pm »

I will be attending . Do we need to say if we need a room ? I need a room but Betty will be staying in it with me . I am not clear if we need names and a room count or what .

Please only post if you are attending and if you need a room to make it easier for Gary to tally the information and not make this a conversational thread .

Lou-ah-vull · « **Reply #3 on:** February 01, 2015, 05:30:27 pm »

Good point...what I really need is a room count. Please let me know if you are sharing a room. Remember we need a hard room count of ten. I am going to ask for a contract on Monday to get everything set up. I will post the details. Almost certainly we will each have to call the hotel (rather than go online) to reserve a room from the AMG block.

For the moment, we all want to know WHO is planning to attend but we also want to know the number of rooms.

I am going to attend and book a room.

Gary

Buckmark · « **Reply #4 on:** February 01, 2015, 07:53:04 pm »

I will be attending -- just 1 room needed.

Henry

anniebc · « **Reply #5 on:** February 01, 2015, 08:05:31 pm »

Just one room for Jen and I.

Aroha
Jan

aztecan · « **Reply #6 on:** February 01, 2015, 08:13:07 pm »

I will be attending as well!

Jody has contacted me as well and we will be sharing digs this year again.

HUGS,

Mark

bocker3 · « **Reply #7 on:** February 01, 2015, 09:36:19 pm »

I will be attending (hopefully Sid too). One room

Mike

BT65 · « **Reply #8 on:** February 01, 2015, 09:43:59 pm »

Attending, sharing room with Jeff.

anniebc · « **Reply #9 on:** February 01, 2015, 09:53:01 pm »

Quote from: BT65 on February 01, 2015, 09:43:59 pm

Attending, sharing room with Jeff.

Excited I am...

Aroha
Jan

BT65 · « **Reply #10 on:** February 01, 2015, 09:58:03 pm »

Quote from: anniebc on February 01, 2015, 09:53:01 pm

Excited I am...

Aroha
Jan

Me too!!

weasel · « **Reply #11 on:** February 01, 2015, 10:32:45 pm »

I need one room .

Willing to share with a guy

No hanky panky

Weasel

pozniceguy · « **Reply #12 on:** February 02, 2015, 12:02:45 am »

will be there 1 room

Nick

wolfter · « **Reply #13 on:** February 02, 2015, 11:24:16 am »

I need one room. I'm bringing my own hanky panky.

Lou-ah-vull · « **Reply #14 on:** February 02, 2015, 04:03:42 pm »

If I have counted correctly (always a big IF) we have nine rooms at this point. Do I hear ten? Or did I count wrong?

Gary

bocker3 · « **Reply #15 on:** February 02, 2015, 04:54:10 pm »

I count 9 also!!

anniebc · « **Reply #16 on:** February 02, 2015, 08:21:20 pm »

9 it is..well Done lads.

Mike
Gary
Greg
Nick
Carl
Jeff
Mark
Henry
Jan

Basquo · « **Reply #17 on:** February 02, 2015, 09:03:19 pm »

Santi and I are planning to attend, and I'm willing to book a room, but it's possible that one or both of us might not be able to stay the whole 5 nights...does that affect the minimum? I'm just waiting to hear if all my time off has been approved

Jody · « **Reply #18 on:** February 02, 2015, 10:08:15 pm »

Looking forward to rooming with Mark. Can't wait to see everyone in Memphis this summer.

Lou-ah-vull · « **Reply #19 on:** February 03, 2015, 12:50:12 am »

I am pretty certain that everyone will be able to reserve their room within the block for the number of actual nights they need (including coming earlier if they wish or staying later.) The more important thing is the ten room guarantee (not necessarily five nights in the block.)

Still looking for that tenth room so I can get a contract. And yes...we would love to see Creighton and Santi again...hope it works out!

I am feeling good that we will encourage more people to come once we have a guaranteed arrangement. This is the earliest we have been in my memory to having everything nailed down. The hotel does have extra rooms beyond the ten room minimum.

Gary

Basquo · « **Reply #20 on:** February 03, 2015, 09:10:50 pm »

Santi now says he's not going to make it, but I'll vouch for the 10^th room. Might have to cut it a wee bit short but I'm willing to play out the pity card and one of my three bosses will remember how I met all of you in Montreal in 2006...I'm prepared to call her on her cell phone when I know she's in rush hour traffic picking up her kids LOL! But I know she's gunning for me; hell, she just took off two weeks herself. By then we will have hired and trained another one of me so it should go seamlessly.

Lou-ah-vull · « **Reply #21 on:** February 04, 2015, 10:28:50 pm »

Played phone tag with the Group Coordinator at the Holiday Inn today...so surely tomorrow we will have a contract. Hopefully I can post the details as soon as I get them. We should be able to offer extra rooms at the group rate but those will not be guaranteed and will strictly be on an "as available" basis.

Gary

absopozilutely · « **Reply #22 on:** February 05, 2015, 12:51:01 am »

Oh! I'm going! What's the other thread? I work for Marriott and I'm totally happy to assist with hotel if needed. I'll get one room too. Can someone message me details so I can arrange flights and try and convince Irish to come with? Thanks!

Lou-ah-vull · « **Reply #23 on:** February 05, 2015, 01:03:44 am »

hotel details will be out in a day or two at the most. We will have a block of rooms at the Holiday Inn Downtown Memphis. I am going to ask for a block of ten, but now that I know there is an eleventh I will adjust. We will be able to add others on a space available basis. Currently our event starts on Thursday, July 30 through Aug 4.

Gary

wolfter · « **Reply #24 on:** February 05, 2015, 01:17:34 am »

I'm torn. On one hand I so want and am glad Greg is coming but also will miss my previous antics. I've mostly been on prim and proper behavior since we've been back together. I'm afraid he'll see the "fun" me. lmao

Lou-ah-vull · « **Reply #25 on:** February 05, 2015, 05:51:04 pm »

I have received the contract from the Holiday Inn. I decided to be brazen and block out 15 rooms. We can reduce the number all the way to ten if we need to. I will be able to post the reservation information just as soon as they receive the faxed agreement back from me.

The room rate will be $149.00. Taxes are an additional 15.95%. Each room will need to be guaranteed on an individual credit card. There is a no smoking policy which I know rankles some of you but I also know you are familiar with this in the hotel business these days. There is a hefty $250 fine if you smoke in the room.

Parking is by valet and is $22 per day with in and out restrictions.

The block allows check in as early as Thursday and as late as Tuesday. Any one wishing to arrive earlier or stay later will be able to request the same rate and room on a space available basis.

I will have a phone number and reservation instructions pretty quickly. The cut off date for the room block is June 30, 2015. Let's promote this event to others. I feel confident I can increase the block if we get interest beyond the 15 rooms.

I am excited that we have all taken steps to ensure we host and celebrate an AMG this summer...and in the South for the first time.

Gary

bocker3 · « **Reply #26 on:** February 05, 2015, 10:01:48 pm »

Gary,

Thanks for taking the proverbial bull by the horns here and making this happen!!

Now - if only someone else would volunteer for the Grants Committee, so I can get that kicked into gear........ (not directed at you Gary -- just hoping a message here gets a little more air play than the Grants Committee thread has)

Mike

Fisher · « **Reply #27 on:** February 09, 2015, 08:30:52 pm »

Planning to show up...

Basquo · « **Reply #28 on:** February 09, 2015, 09:47:17 pm »

My time off has been approved

now we're just waiting on Santi's request which he put in today. But damn the flights from Austin are all really early or really late or have unreasonable layovers! How early do airlines start serving cocktails?

Lou-ah-vull · « **Reply #29 on:** February 10, 2015, 12:32:42 am »

They will happily see you one or more 24 hours a day!

Gary

Miss Philicia · « **Reply #30 on:** February 10, 2015, 08:57:34 am »

I think I will be attending.

anniebc · « **Reply #31 on:** February 12, 2015, 12:18:17 am »

Quote from: Miss Philicia on February 10, 2015, 08:57:34 am

I think I will be attending.

Not good enough, I need to see "I WILL BE ATTENDING" ...but no pressure..

Aroah
Jan

WillyWump · « **Reply #32 on:** February 18, 2015, 07:26:47 pm »

Hell yeah I'm going, gotta see my Triple J's! (Jan, Jen and Jeff).

thunter34 · « **Reply #33 on:** February 19, 2015, 01:01:59 pm »

I plan to go as well.

anniebc · « **Reply #34 on:** March 02, 2015, 03:29:41 am »

Quote from: WillyWump on February 18, 2015, 07:26:47 pm

Hell yeah I'm going, gotta see my Triple J's! (Jan, Jen and Jeff).

Can't wait to see our wee Willie as well.

Aroma
Jan.

bocker3 · « **Reply #35 on:** March 02, 2015, 07:37:17 am »

Quote from: anniebc on March 02, 2015, 03:29:41 am

Can't wait to see our wee Willie as well.

Aroma
Jan.

She called his willie "wee" -- I think that means small in Jan-speak!

M

WillyWump · « **Reply #36 on:** March 09, 2015, 05:55:22 pm »

Quote from: bocker3 on March 02, 2015, 07:37:17 am

She called his willie "wee" -- I think that means small in Jan-speak!

M

Whatevs granny.

anniebc · « **Reply #37 on:** March 10, 2015, 04:08:42 am »

Quote from: bocker3 on March 02, 2015, 07:37:17 am

She called his willie "wee" -- I think that means small in Jan-speak!

M

There used to be a Scottish character called "Wee Willie" and he was much loved by all...just like our own Will.

Aroha
Jan

minismom · « **Reply #38 on:** March 10, 2015, 12:00:15 pm »

(The not-so) Wee One and I will be there!!!!
Yeah!!! Somewhere I can drive!!

Jeff G · « **Reply #39 on:** March 10, 2015, 12:01:05 pm »

Quote from: minismom on March 10, 2015, 12:00:15 pm

(The not-so) Wee One and I will be there!!!!
Yeah!!! Somewhere I can drive!!

Wonderful ... I can finally meet you both !

minismom · « **Reply #40 on:** March 10, 2015, 12:12:56 pm »

Jeff, you may want to save the "wonderful" until AFTER you meet us!

Jeff G · « **Reply #41 on:** March 10, 2015, 12:49:38 pm »

Quote from: minismom on March 10, 2015, 12:12:56 pm

Jeff, you may want to save the "wonderful" until AFTER you meet us!

I will take my chances

.

avillechef · « **Reply #42 on:** April 19, 2015, 09:50:54 pm »

I am outing myself as a total noob, but what is AMG?

zach · « **Reply #43 on:** April 19, 2015, 10:05:25 pm »

Aufrecht Melcher Grossaspach, Jeff is giving away a damn nice Benz as a door prize to the best drag queen.

Seriously.... this group used to be called AIDS Meds Group and the get coming get together is the AIDS Meds Gathering.

At least, I think, this will be my first gathering.

avillechef · « **Reply #44 on:** April 19, 2015, 10:21:58 pm »

Thanks. So, what goes on at one of these gatherings?

Buckmark · « **Reply #45 on:** April 21, 2015, 11:59:38 am »

Quote from: avillechef on April 19, 2015, 10:21:58 pm

Thanks. So, what goes on at one of these gatherings?

Mostly, it is just friendly socialization. Sightseeing. Meals. A few drinks (then maybe a few more drinks). Or not -- not everyone drinks.

There is no organized conference or meeting. We do organize a memorial service to remember the friends and loved ones we have lost to HIV and AIDS, and usually an organized "meet and greet" just to make sure everyone gets introduced to each other.

Think of AMG as a chance to go on vacation with a group of people you can feel comfortable with because you never have to explain your HIV status. For some it is a bit of a stretch outside their comfort zone to travel and meet people they have not previously met in person. But I've never heard of anyone saying they felt uncomfortable or didn't enjoy themselves. Most feel their lives are enriched in ways they couldn't have imagined.

Cheers,

Henry

Basquo · « **Reply #46 on:** April 21, 2015, 09:34:41 pm »

Hi avillechef, my laptop is on strike, so I'm attempting this on my kindle. Here's a link to an article I wrote about AMG a few years back

http://forums.poz.com/index.php?topic=21792.msg278290#msg278290

If it don't work I'm sure someone can jump in and help

wolfter · « **Reply #47 on:** April 23, 2015, 02:49:03 am »

I have not officially added my name to the list or my itinerary. BUT, I will definitely be there. I brought this up again with Greg about securing and locking down our plans.

I know in relationships that one must accept and deal with what you consider flaws. But I DON'T do well with procrastination and spontaneity. Every time, he simply says to make the plans. We haven't even decided if we're driving or flying on when we're arriving or leaving. I'll be making that decision real soon.

Because it's all relevant to what must be packed and how much we can pack. Driving means load her down whereas flying means trying to stay within one checked luggage.

Looking forward to see you all!

wolfter · « **Reply #48 on:** April 23, 2015, 02:53:04 am »

Quote from: Buckmark on April 21, 2015, 11:59:38 am

Mostly, it is just friendly socialization. Sightseeing. Meals. A few drinks (then maybe a few more drinks). Or not -- not everyone drinks.

There is no organized conference or meeting. We do organize a memorial service to remember the friends and loved ones we have lost to HIV and AIDS, and usually an organized "meet and greet" just to make sure everyone gets introduced to each other.

Think of AMG as a chance to go on vacation with a group of people you can feel comfortable with because you never have to explain your HIV status. For some it is a bit of a stretch outside their comfort zone to travel and meet people they have not previously met in person. But I've never heard of anyone saying they felt uncomfortable or didn't enjoy themselves. Most feel their lives are enriched in ways they couldn't have imagined.

Cheers,

Henry

That's an excellent description!

wolfter · « **Reply #49 on:** April 23, 2015, 03:01:28 am »

Quote from: Basquo on April 21, 2015, 09:34:41 pm

Hi avillechef, my laptop is on strike, so I'm attempting this on my kindle. Here's a link to an article I wrote about AMG a few years back

http://forums.poz.com/index.php?topic=21792.msg278290#msg278290

If it don't work I'm sure someone can jump in and help

Dang. I have never seen this link before and teared up reading it. I'm posting an actual link of your beautiful words. I hope you don't mind?

http://www.poz.com/articles/postcard_from_the_edge_2201_14804.shtml

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