Reno 2003 - West Coast Phrends

**Twister** · March 27th, 2003, 09:45 AM

Hey there A-mom...

Southwest airlines doesn't come to MN

I wish that it did... Suncountry is our cheap airline in MN and it doesn't go to Reno... only Vegas and Laughlin...

But I'll keep looking.... I really should be saving for the cruise... but we'll see... but I would love to meet you... and I have only taken a few shots of Ta-killa and I don't think that is really the best drink for me... I have such a sensitive tummy... I try to stick to beer and an occasional Bloody Mary... See ya later!

**cutekitten** · March 27th, 2003, 06:14 PM

twister, are you coming? are you, are you? if you are gonna come I will make sure I find a way to get there. I just need to tell dh to take the weekend off of work so he can watch the kids

, that way he will appreciate all I do alone!! LOL Well I better see about some sort of budget. I would need a room, money for food, extra money, I don't gamble so no money there. What else would I need money for? I have never traveled before. TTYL!!

Marly

**Twister** · March 28th, 2003, 04:23 AM

Marly- I'm going to look for tickets when I get home and I gotta check out the finances when I get home... so I'll let you know...

**Rhapsody** · March 28th, 2003, 12:39 PM

I hear talk of margaritas, tequila, bloody mary's, beer....who's bringing that big bottle of excedrin again?

Twister- I hope that you can make it. I live right outside of Vegas in Henderson and I'm flying out of McCarran International airport on a southwest flight. If for some reason you have to make a connecting flight or its cheaper to fly to Vegas and then onto Reno just let me know...you might be able to coordinate your flight with mine. I think that it would probably be cheaper to just fly right to Reno though.

Val- As far as rooms are concerned did you find out if you could get a refund or not? Are we covered for all the "maybe's" and in case no one definetly commits when's the latest you can cancel your room and get a refund? I'm trying to budget some spending money aside and am trying to get an idea of what I'm going to need to give to either you or Deb for it- what was the total cost with taxes etc. for the weekend for a room? I haven't drank tequila in ages so I'm willing to give it a go with you since I can't stand bloody mary's (hubby loves them though

) or beer. I might just use a vacation day that Monday to recover from my weekend....

Five more weeks!

[ March 28, 2003, 05:41 PM: Message edited by: Rhapsody ]

**attorneymom** · March 29th, 2003, 09:50 PM

I'll bring the Extra-Strength Tylenol!!!!

Rhap - I sent you a PM. I am keeping my room in the hopes that more will come, "if you build it, they will come..." Twister, PA, Cutekitten, Analyst, NaughtyAngel, Cshell, etc.

**cutekitten** · March 31st, 2003, 09:05 PM

Hey Amom, I told my dh about the trip. He wants to come too. He doesn't trust my fine self without him. LOL No he just thinks all kinds of guys are gonna pick up on me and I am gonna go with them. LOL As if! Until they find out I have 5 kids...

How much did your room cost? I think maybe we will need one because it is so late. Dh says we live about 3-4 hours from Reno by car. I had no idea. So we will be driving. I am gonna get the exact date at the begginning of the thread so he can take those days off of work.

Any suggestions? I have never traveled before. Right out of high school we had our first baby and we have been home ever since! What kind of money will we need? Ok, I know American, LOL, but how much per day do you think? We are not extravagant at all. Souvenirs, we only buy the cheap kind if we buy any at all!

What is on the agenda? Are other guys going? Are we getting hammered? LMAO!! J/K. Ok, I guess that is enough talking for now. I will check back soon. I cannot wait!!! I hope I am less than 170 when i go!

marly

[ April 01, 2003, 02:06 AM: Message edited by: cutekitten ]

**attorneymom** · March 31st, 2003, 09:40 PM

That's great news!!!
I'm not the expert on Reno - never been before. But we are all trying to stay in the Circus Circus Hotel Casino which is centrally located. Rooms for Friday (May 2) and Saturday (May 3) night ran me $89 (plus some taxes) - I booked mine through Expedia but you may be able to do better. Circus Circus won't let you book Saturday night unless you book Friday night - at least that was how it was when I did it.
As for food and souvenirs, I'll have to pass this off to someone else ......

**ptg** · April 1st, 2003, 06:34 AM

Hello all,

I am a new member and was wondering a few things. Do you have to be some kind of long time pro at this website or have lost a bunch of weight to go on one of ya'lls trips?

Just wondering.....

Thank you for such a great forum...love it..I get my meds today!

I will post a note about me in the New Member topic soon.

Meleesa

**attorneymom** · April 1st, 2003, 07:58 AM

Welcome Proud,
No, there is no pre-existing requirement for any of the trips other than a desire to meet other members. Most of us have been posting/chatting in the challenge or experience forums so we know a little about each other, which is why we're willing to spend money to travel somewhere to meet. But from what I've seen, even the newest member on the forum is always welcome.

BTW - CuteKitten That was $89 per night, not total. Hope I didn't confuse you.

**debra** · April 3rd, 2003, 02:29 PM

It's been too long since I posted here. Lots has happened...looks like more will be joining us. Cool

. I have drank many a tequila shot in my days. For years and years, I was the one drinking with the guys while the gals were busy counting their dh's drinks (I HATE that). However, these days you do NOT want me drinking tequila unless you feel like babysitting a wild and nutty gal (at least I'm a happy drunk). No desire. I'LL gladly stick to my beer and babysit YOU guys

This is gonna rock!
Deb

**debra** · April 3rd, 2003, 02:36 PM

Room cost --- my hubby did it for me because we don't use credit cards at all except for one in his name to use for internet purchases. Anyway, he messed it up a bit (found a deal on some internet site but forgot to check the price for both nights...blah, blah, blah

). So I ended up paying $89 + $99 plus taxes etc., so it came to a bit over $200. But I'm willing to call it $200 and just share the cost with whoever joins me. (If it's just Rhapsody and Attmom, I know you want to economize -- it's fine if the two of you share a room; I'll be fine with staying and paying for a room on my own). I'm also fine with sharing. In other words, I'm easy

This is gonna rock

Oh, we need to check out some shows soon. Maybe tonight I'll poke around a bit.

And I'm totally up for a massage!

You can drag me around shopping. Everyone else does! I can even pretend I'm having fun. Which actually, it might be fun if I need smaller clothes

Debra

**cutekitten** · April 3rd, 2003, 07:03 PM

I am so looking forward to this. I just need to find some babysitters. Nobody wants to watch all 5 of my kids. But I am hoping for my mil and my mom to each watch a couple. I only worry about my two youngest babies. I am not sure how they will act.

Ok. Does anyone have any extra rooms already? My husband and I are coming but as of tonight, we don't have enough on the card to buy our rooms. They charge you as soon as you order it, right? He gets paid on Thursday, so I will do it then unless someone already has an extra room. If so, let me know cause I will be happy to take it.

I don't really drink, so I am not sure about all that. But i will probably not take my phen that weekend anyways so I can enjoy everything. I hate when I go out and I am full before I even order something. So maybe I will have a few pina coladas! LOL A few? Maybe one. I am a lightweight when it comes to drinking. You have to remember that I was pregnant for like 5 or 6 yrs straight! LOL I turned 21 and couldn't drink. Oh well. I am hoping I can win around 300,000 dollars because there is this house I really like in Manteca. LOL Gonna cross my fingers!!

Talk to ya all later!
Marly

**debra** · April 4th, 2003, 09:01 AM

Marly -
I'm so happy that you are coming! It'll be a blast

. And of course, your hubby is more than welcome. I know Rhapsody and Attmom want to hit the dance floor, so he might be borrowed alot

Rooms - If we knew for sure who was coming, I'd triple up with Rhapsody and Attmom and you could buy my room from me. But we still have people on the maybe list. Sooooo, I suggest you and hubby reserve a room for yourselves when you get paid. Then you'll be all set. Then we'll still have some room for the maybe people. Sound ok??

Debra

PS. And Marly, if you truly haven't been away with hubby before, you WANT a room to yourselves

**attorneymom** · April 4th, 2003, 09:53 AM

Marly,
I'm with Deb - you and your hubby DESERVE a room to yourselves! (I'm jealous - hubby and I have not had a weekend alone together in 11+ years (since our first child was born) - and we didn't even get a honeymoon because I was in law school at the time. Yep - gotta do something about that!)

And Deb and I can understand the babysitting dilemma. We both have three kids, and there is something about going over the magic number of 2 that makes everything more difficult with finding someone to watch your children (that you trust). Right, Deb?

PA is still hoping for good fortune to come her way so she can come too. And there are a few more possibilities.....

I'm getting so psyched for this!

**debra** · April 4th, 2003, 03:07 PM

I never even considered bringing my hubby, because he's the only one who would watch all the kids

. And you know what he gets sometimes (and he HATES)...oh, so you're babysitting the kids this weekend, huh? Babysitting????!! You don't babysit your OWN kids. Anyway.

It took us a LONG time before we had kids, but hey - at least we've had many fantastic trips together

. You poor things -- maybe you should dump the kids off at my house and go on a romantic getaway with your hubbies instead, lol!

Debra

**cutekitten** · April 4th, 2003, 05:57 PM

Well that sounds good. I guess we will order it on Thursday. I will check out the prices.So we are gonna be at Circus Circus right? Ok then I will try and get one there. I am so excited. Woo hoo! Only a few weeks!!

marly

BTW do we know exactly who is coming yet? It is only a few weeks away. I would like to know anyways.

**debra** · April 7th, 2003, 01:12 PM

Yup -- Circus, Circus.

Confirmed we have: Attorneymom, Rhapsody, Debra, Cutekitten and hubby

**cutekitten** · April 7th, 2003, 09:06 PM

Well, ok. My mom says she will watch 2 of my kids. So now I better hope my mil will watch the other 3. Dh already told work, so they are not gonna put him on call that weekend. I am excited. I have never done anything like this before! I am gonna go shopping at the outlets before I come though. I threw out all my clothes. the only part of my body that has changed is my top though. Boo hoo. I am thinking if I lose pounds, my pants will get too big. well, they haven't! Grrr

...maybe I will stop washing my jeans!! LOL

marly

**analyst** · April 13th, 2003, 10:36 PM

Just checking in. I'm still on the maybe list.

I've never stayed at Circus Circus. I usually stay at the Nugget because they give me free rooms (that just means hubby spends so much gambling that they want us to come back).

I'm still thinking about you and will be keeping close tabs.

Lorie

**debra** · April 14th, 2003, 12:38 AM

Analyst - Great to hear from you

. I'd love it if you came; go for the free room at the Nugget and we'll still hook up..

Saw your latest weigh-in post...hang in there. Obviously you are thinking of getting back on track again -- we are at about the same weight now, so maybe we can push eachother along??!

**cutekitten** · April 14th, 2003, 06:30 PM

I got my room ready. So you better not back out now!! LOL My dh wanted to stay somewhere cheaper, but i insisted on Circus Circus. I hope you all are staying there because I could have saved 60 dollars a night by going to this opther one uptown. nah, i wanted to stay there anyways.

Well, we cannot wait. My mom is taking 2 kids and my mil is taking the other 3. the onlt thing i am nervous about now is that I have to drive alone to the Bay Area to pick up dh. I am a little freaked about that. I am not good with directions at all. Oh well, wish me luck on that!!

Why is nobody talking about this trip?!?!?

I wish I had someone to talk to because I am SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO excited!!!!

Bye!
Marly

**debra** · April 15th, 2003, 03:29 AM

Marly - Don't worry, we're not backing out. Rhap and Attmom have plane tickets they don't want to waste and they would string me up by my ears if I skipped out. Besides, I'm excited.

We are planning to drive to Lake Tahoe, it is beautiful. I'll have a car -- will you? Although, I may talk Dan into cramming the kids into one of our other cars so that I can take my van. It's the car that I'm most comfortable driving, and then we can ALL fit in it.

I'm still planning to check out shows.

I tend to be a bit of a procrastinator when it comes to trips. Not that I go on any anymore (kids), but I used to take off at the drop of a hat. Loved it, but also stayed in some very undesirable places when everything was all full

Anyway, yes, I'm excited. Rhapsody has been talking about it a bit on the bunny thread...gotta get her in here. Attorneymom has been quiet lately, but I'm still in contact with her.

Debra

**cutekitten** · April 15th, 2003, 08:36 AM

Yep, we will have a little truck. cannot fit any one in it but it will get me there at least!! I am not sure what we are going to do yet. Maybe some shows. I might gamble a little. I really need some money for a new car and a house. LOL I wish!!

Well this is the first time we have gone anywhere since before I had my first baby and we were just dating. I think I was 17 years old. We went to Magic Mountain. I am very happy to be getting a mini vacation. My kids have driven me nuts enough, so I deserve to get away.

TTYL!
Marly

[ April 15, 2003, 01:37 PM: Message edited by: cutekitten ]

**attorneymom** · April 17th, 2003, 01:32 PM

Marly, I'm so glad you're coming!!!! I will be there will bells on - well, maybe not bells, but I will be there. I'm counting the days - gosh I need a vacation!!!!!!

**Rhapsody** · April 17th, 2003, 01:40 PM

Hi phrends!

It’s the missing Shelly.

Sorry I haven’t been able to stop in here but things just keep getting busier for me at work and I haven’t had a moment to breath at home with our upcoming move. I am getting so excited! I cannot wait. I am so glad that you can make it Marly.

I’m not too sure what all we have planned. I know that Deb had mentioned dinner at a restaurant, I forget the name and I’m too busy (haha, lazy

) at the moment to go back a few pages and look. I think it was Bennihana’s (correct me if I’m wrong Deb). I would love to see a show while were there and I know Val mentioned that she is looking for a tequila drinking buddy

. I’m not too sure what everyone’s budget is but I know that some shows like comedy club types are normally not that expensive and I’d love to go out dancing one night since I never get to do that. I’m pretty much up for anything. I’ll have a little money for gambling but once that’s gone I’m done with that. Since I live so close to Vegas and don’t normally gamble that’s not too big of a deal. The only thing that I definetly want to do while I’m up there is see Lake Tahoe because I don’t know if I’ll make it up that way again. I’m an easy person and don’t care too much what we do. I cannot wait to meet you all. So if I’m right so far it is Val (Amom), Deb, myself, Marly and her husband and Analyst is a possibility. My plane arrives at 7:45pm Friday night. I won’t be checking my bag, just carrying it on so I figure by the time I catch the shuttle I should be at the Circus Circus I’m guessing between 8:30-9pm. Anyhoo, I’ll try to check back in here to see if we have more specifics. I can’t wait-19 more days!

**Rhapsody** · April 22nd, 2003, 10:08 AM

Bumpity, Bump to get everyone's attention!

10 more days! I think its time for us to start finalizing plans.....

What is our itenary so far? I know that were going to do a little gambling (Deb is going to teach me how to win at blackjack

) and were also going to go see the Lake. BTW, Deb- should I bring warm clothes for that- judging by stellars pic of Tahoe I was thinking I should bring a sweatshirt. I'm not going to be around at all this weekend and probably not until Monday or Tuesday after Friday because of the move and I believe the cable guy comes Monday to hook up the modem so I am trying to get the finalitys together. How is the regular weather in Reno? I looked and one place said 70-s-80's. Anyone know if this is correct? Also, are we planning on going out dancing or to see a show....I am going to try to pack on Monday since I'll be busy Tue, Wed and Thurs. night.

Val- Just wondering if your still up for tequila...

Ten more days!

**cutekitten** · April 22nd, 2003, 07:36 PM

Hey ladies!
How is everyone? i am getting excited but a little scared. i fell off the wagon about a week ago and have had Starbucks, no gym, crappy foods, u name it! I hope I do not look like a house when I get there. Oh well...

Yep, the plans would be great to know. Just did my finances and realized that rent, car pmts, all kinds of crap is due the week right after. that means I won't be rolling in cash. I may have to trade my room for a cheaper one a little bit further like dh originally planned, but I am not sure yet. As far as shows go, what do you mean? I have no idea. I have never done anything before. Are the tickets expensive? I hope to spend time with you guys most of the time, but dh and I need to spend some time alone too. He is gonna feel a little left out otherwise. Is anyone else bringing dh? that way he may have company. If not...nah. He says he will be fine alone. He will probably just gamble if we go off doing girly things.

Anyways, I cannot wait! I am excited! I better start cracking down on my calories so I can enjoy the food though. Don't the casinos serve good food really cheap? i dunno. They do here. ok well I will ttys!

marly

**debra** · April 23rd, 2003, 07:08 AM

Dinner - that was CShell's idea....she had most of the ideas and now can't make it. I'm flexible.

Shows - maybe we should wait until we get there...see what is available --- that way we can calculate finances, etc. Get tickets together, all that.

Weather - too early to tell!

Lake Tahoe (the lake) - I've never driven from Reno (I've stayed in Lake Tahoe (the city) quite often. But we'll figure it out.

Meeting - I should be in my room by 8PM (estimate so if I'm a little later, don't worry). I am going to bring some cocktails for us....how about when you all arrive, you ring my room?? The front desk will either do it for you or you can use a courtesy phone. Then I'll tell you my room number and you can come on up. I don't want to give out my last name on the forum, so I'll put it in a PM along with my cell #. Sound ok??

Debra

**Rhapsody** · April 23rd, 2003, 12:26 PM

Sounds like a great idea Deb.

I should be at the room anywhere from 8:30-9:30 pm depending on which shuttle I catch etc. As far as what we do-I'm with Marly. My hubby had a little fender bender this afternoon and the other driver had no insurance. He says the car isn't bad but has a tendency to downplay things for my sake. Its the only one we have (we share it) so we'll have to get it fixed and I'll have to meet my deductible of $250. Thank goodness for uninsured motorist coverage. Our car isn't the best and were trading it in in a year on something else so if its not too bad we might not get it fixed but either way were tight with finances right now because of the move & taxes so I'm right there with Marly money wise. I cannot wait- 9 more days!

**debra** · April 23rd, 2003, 02:25 PM

I'm gonna get a few beverages at the store here and fill my ice chest before I leave. I'll for sure have low-carb beer and Sierra Nevada Pale Ale(my favorite). Also thinking some tequila, lemon and salt for Shelly and Val. Let me know your preferences and I'll add to it (my treat

).

And we'll just have to win us some quick bucks and then money will no longer be an issue

**analyst** · April 24th, 2003, 06:59 PM

ROLL CALL . . . . . . . . . Count Me In.

I'm not sure whether I'll be staying overnight or not. I might just pop on up for the day (Saturday).

I'll check back in over the weekend and give you an update.

Looking forward to seeing you.

Lorie

**debra** · April 25th, 2003, 05:17 AM

Hey Lorie - cool!

**cutekitten** · April 26th, 2003, 10:24 PM

I just have to say....you guys are gonna make me feel so fat. All yall are so skinny!!

OMG Shelly! And Deb and Amom. Man...

I am so proud of you but I am feeling a little bit not so perty right now!! AF came and will probably still be here! can ya believe it? ugh. I guess I will be wearing tons of makeup to balance out my big *** next to your tiny ones!!

I am kidding guys...you know that right? Well, not about the booty, but being jealous.

I went out with my best friend tonite. She wears a size 0. We were in the bathroom and I looked in the mirror and all of a sudden I was a huge cow again. I am thinking I need to make some friends who are a lot bigger than me.

Seriously, usually I feel not skinny but at least average ya know? But tonite I was like Professor Klumps or something.

Can't wait to see you girls!

Marly

[ April 27, 2003, 03:24 AM: Message edited by: cutekitten ]

**debra** · April 27th, 2003, 04:12 PM

Marly - one month ago, I was also at 173.......so I'm not that far ahead of you. You'll catch me in no time

. And I'm sure you look great. Can't wait to meet you!

**Rhapsody** · April 28th, 2003, 06:53 AM

Four more days!

I just wanted to stop in and see if anythings changed. I am so tired from the move and still have so much unpacking to do…I am going to need this mini vacation. I don’t know how much a massage costs but I’m sure thinking about it.

Deb- I don’t drink beer but love Smirnoff Ice. If you could pick me up some and bring that I’ll pay you whatever it costs when I get there. I just want to have something else besides tequila to drink otherwise I won’t even remember this meetup.

Marly- I figured that I’d make you feel better. With our move I have been so bad and I don’t give a diddly. I had Dominoes, Starbucks (OMG-that was so good- I haven’t had a frappucino since last September

), Krispy Crème Doughnuts, McDonalds, Wendy’s and tons of junk. Everything is in shambles around here and we’ve been eating out. With as tired as I am the last thing on my mind is cooking. I plan on being super good tomorrow through Friday to balance it out and that’s all you have to do also. (I blew today with a doughnut already and plan on having other yummy things). Auntie showed up to visit me yesterday but she should be gone for me by Friday (don’t think I’m lucky cause its short- I get her every three weeks). I also want you to take a good look at the picture that you have in your signature- girl you are so pretty, straight girl to straight girl. You are also not fat- your only 173! You have some to lose but your not fat. You are beautiful and if anyone is going to feel intimidated in a picture it will be me standing next to you and your pretty self.

Reno, Reno, Reno!

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