Monthly TOTV Gathering at CRISPERS

[tainsley]

Our monthly TOTV gathering is Friday, April 19 at 3:00 pm on the patio at CRISPERS. All are welcome! For all the "newbies" come on out for an hour or two and meet your fellow posters. Hope to see the "regulars" there too. Crispers is located at 3551 Wedgewood Lane off of 466. See you Friday!

[perrjojo]

Our monthly TOTV gathering is Friday, April 19 at 3:00 pm on the patio at CRISPERS. All are welcome! For all the "newbies" come on out for an hour or two and meet your fellow posters. Hope to see the "regulars" there too. Crispers is located at 3551 Wedgewood Lane off of 466. See you Friday!

May I bring my dog? Just kidding. :ho:

[KathieI]

May I bring my dog? Just kidding. :ho:

LOL, don't laugh but I did bring one of my doggies one time when I couldn't take the time to bring him home and make it in time for the lunch. It worked out fine, everyone loved him and we were outside that day.

BTW, I met a lovely lady last night at Waterfront Inn who is a lurker on here, sorry I can't remember her handle. It was sweet, she recognized me from my picture. She told me she might come to Crispers on Friday, and I am urging her to come so I can talk to her again.

So if she's reading this,,, yes, I will be there. See ya all later.

[mikeandnancy1112]

I'll be there with bells on!

[tommy steam]

May I bring my dog? Just kidding. :ho:

:1rotfl:

[DonH57]

We plan to be there. Looking forward to meeting new fellow TVers and others we met before as always.

[jackz]

Although in the middle of unpacking in Sanibel, SanFran Dianne and I plan to attend this gathering and hope to meet other TOTVers.

[swrinfla]

Unless the "crick" rises, I'll be there. Maybe with bells, maybe not!

:1rotfl:

SWR
:beer3:

[mojoe]

I will be there on Friday Terri. I am looking forward to seeing everyone.

[graciegirl]

Cannot find my bells. Will be there anyway.

[justjim]

We have a conflict but still should be able to "hang" for an hour or so.

[mommieswamie]

I have never attended Crispers meetings, not that I did not want to, it was just never an option, but it might be sometime. Along those lines, I have a question as to how one would be welcome/perceived in person as compared to how they are perceived to be online, or maybe there is no different - I don't know.

I was a fascinated lurker for several years, then I began to post "I don't want to ruffle anybody's feathers" type posts, then one lonely night I posted all my "heart and sole" type posts, then I hid for a while and let OleDave post for me, then recently I have posted some "I really have something to say" type posts. But basically, in person, I'm really just a pretty nice person who enjoys good company and good conversation.

So I guess what I asking is - how is one perceived and welcomed - as they are online or as they are in person? Or maybe there is no difference.

[CFrance]

I have never attended Crispers meetings, not that I did not want to, it was just never an option, but it might be sometime. Along those lines, I have a question as to how one would be welcome/perceived in person as compared to how they are perceived to be online, or maybe there is no different - I don't know.

I was a fascinated lurker for several years, then I began to post "I don't want to ruffle anybody's feathers" type posts, then one lonely night I posted all my "heart and sole" type posts, then I hid for a while and let OleDave post for me, then recently I have posted some "I really have something to say" type posts. But basically, in person, I'm really just a pretty nice person who enjoys good company and good conversation.

So I guess what I asking is - how is one perceived and welcomed - as they are online or as they are in person? Or maybe there is no difference.

I can't speak for anyone but myself, but I find that when I go to Crispers, I can't remember the online personalities of the posters I meet there. Everyone just goes and has a very cordial, friendly time. So don't worry! Just come and meet and talk to people.

I'm sorry I can't be there this month. Hopefully next month before we go home for the summer.

[hotrodgirl]

Will try to make the tail end. I am playing golf at 2 so perhaps it's just wishful thinking!

[tainsley]

I can't speak for anyone but myself, but I find that when I go to Crispers, I can't remember the online personalities of the posters I meet there. Everyone just goes and has a very cordial, friendly time. So don't worry! Just come and meet and talk to people.

I'm sorry I can't be there this month. Hopefully next month before we go home for the summer.

I agree! It's nice to meet everyone in person! And what a good group of people I have met over the past year! Sorry you can't make it CFrance. See you next month.

We usually hang out until 5:00 so if you can make it come on out!

[Sadie1313]

I can't speak for anyone but myself, but I find that when I go to Crispers, I can't remember the online personalities of the posters I meet there. Everyone just goes and has a very cordial, friendly time. So don't worry! Just come and meet and talk to people.

I'm sorry I can't be there this month. Hopefully next month before we go home for the summer.

Sorry you can't make it CFrance, it was nice to meet you at the Liver & Onions get together. this will be my first time finally getting to Crispers. Maybe I'll see you next month. Looking forard to meeting everyone. Trish

[jimbo2012]

We're planning on being there.

[graciegirl]

I have never attended Crispers meetings, not that I did not want to, it was just never an option, but it might be sometime. Along those lines, I have a question as to how one would be welcome/perceived in person as compared to how they are perceived to be online, or maybe there is no different - I don't know.

I was a fascinated lurker for several years, then I began to post "I don't want to ruffle anybody's feathers" type posts, then one lonely night I posted all my "heart and sole" type posts, then I hid for a while and let OleDave post for me, then recently I have posted some "I really have something to say" type posts. But basically, in person, I'm really just a pretty nice person who enjoys good company and good conversation.

So I guess what I asking is - how is one perceived and welcomed - as they are online or as they are in person? Or maybe there is no difference.

Only those who are positive posters have ever come to Crispers in my memory. Those who take people to task for "drinking the Koolaid" never show. They prefer to remain anonymous and prefer to say what they have to say without ever facing people eye to eye.

Having been accused of being too positive and wearing rose colored glasses and of painting this place in an unrealistic manner and being paid by the developer and even receiving an anonymous letter and many anonymous taunts by PM.... I am getting just a little bit afraid to come to the meeting sometimes.

But I am looking forward to being there with the same sweet people who always come and hopefully new ones as well.

[Schaumburger]

I can't speak for anyone but myself, but I find that when I go to Crispers, I can't remember the online personalities of the posters I meet there. Everyone just goes and has a very cordial, friendly time. So don't worry! Just come and meet and talk to people.

I'm sorry I can't be there this month. Hopefully next month before we go home for the summer.

I agree with CFrance. I attended two TOTV lunches last year when I rented in TV. Everyone was very nice, and answered all of my "wannabee" questions. I am hoping to attend the TOTV lunch in May when I am renting in TV next month. Wish I could attend every TOTV lunch.

[2BNTV]

I have never attended Crispers meetings, not that I did not want to, it was just never an option, but it might be sometime. Along those lines, I have a question as to how one would be welcome/perceived in person as compared to how they are perceived to be online, or maybe there is no different - I don't know.

I was a fascinated lurker for several years, then I began to post "I don't want to ruffle anybody's feathers" type posts, then one lonely night I posted all my "heart and sole" type posts, then I hid for a while and let OleDave post for me, then recently I have posted some "I really have something to say" type posts. But basically, in person, I'm really just a pretty nice person who enjoys good company and good conversation.

So I guess what I asking is - how is one perceived and welcomed - as they are online or as they are in person? Or maybe there is no difference.

You will be more than welcome as my experience is, only nice people go to Crispers. 3 PM in the Southern Trace Mall on 466. :smiley:

[tainsley]

Crispers today at 3:00!

[DonH57]

Yeah....

[oatmealgirls]

Was hoping to be there again today but have an afternoon appointment in Gainesville so not likely. Looking forward to seeing everyone again in the Fall! :wave:

[jackz]

SanFran Dianne and I attented our first TOTV gathering at Crispers today.

Excellent turnout and many thanks to the organizers. We enjoyed meeting other TOTV'ers and the legendary Gracie.

Looking forward to many more gatherings in the future.

[tainsley]

Nice time on the patio at Crispers yesterday! Great to see everyone and so many new faces! Ok Gracie my memory is not as good as yours but here it goes...mikeandnancy1112 (Nancy), Eileenny2tv and Skyguy79 (Eileen and Joe) DonH57 and Baileysmom (Don and Ellen), Bruce64 (Bruce), George3 and KRYS (George and Chris) mojoe (Maureen), JustJim (Jim), Jimbo2012 (Bob), JackZ and SanFranDiane (Jack and Diane), jblum315 (Jeanne), lightworker888 (Joyanne), Sadie1313 (Tricia), graciegirl (Grace) and of course Helene! And me Terri. If I missed anyone sorry...I went by my cheat I mean sign in sheet. It was nice too meet everyone and hope to see you all again at Crispers or just around the neighborhood. For all our new neighbors...Welcome to Paradise!

[mojoe]

It was great fun meeting up with everyone at Crispers yesterday. A really great bunch of people. Terri you did a wonderful job. I will miss you! I look forward to seeing you all when I get back. I will be in touch on totv.

[DonH57]

Hi, It was great seeing people again and meeting new ones at the gathering yesterday. Don and I had a great time, thanks again for organizing it Terri. This is my first post as I work my way up to "sage' Gracie. :) Have a good weekend, Ellen LOL and just as I post this I realize I'm logged in as Don so I have yet to even post for real. :laugh:

[mikeandnancy1112]

Terri,

You did a fabulous job hosting! It was wonderful seeing the oldies and meeting the newbies.

[tainsley]

Thanks everyone! I learned from Nancy who will be hosting next month as we may be going out of town to visit the "kids". They miss us! I"ll miss you too Mojoe...maybe we can get together at Cody's or Evans Prairie before you go! And swrinfla how high did the crick get? We missed ya'!

[CFrance]

Hi, It was great seeing people again and meeting new ones at the gathering yesterday. Don and I had a great time, thanks again for organizing it Terri. This is my first post as I work my way up to "sage' Gracie. :) Have a good weekend, Ellen LOL and just as I post this I realize I'm logged in as Don so I have yet to even post for real. :laugh:

We hope to hear a lot from you as you chase after Gracie, Ellen. Please consider creating your own screen name!:coolsmiley:

[swrinfla]

tainsley:

The crick didn't get too high, but it did seriously disrupt my afternoon! ;)

Unexpected requirements that I be at home spoiled my plans!

I'm looking forward to our next gathering on 5/17! I will work hard to preclude interferring events!

SWR
:beer3:

[graciegirl]

tainsley:

The crick didn't get too high, but it did seriously disrupt my afternoon! ;)

Unexpected requirements that I be at home spoiled my plans!

I'm looking forward to our next gathering on 5/17! I will work hard to preclude interferring events!

SWR
:beer3:

I hope so. The gathering is always nicer when you are there, Steve.

We had a bunch of great folks and you missed them.

[mommieswamie]

You will be more than welcome as my experience is, only nice people go to Crispers. 3 PM in the Southern Trace Mall on 466. :smiley:

I have just re-read this post only to realize what a very nice thing you have said to me. Thank you so much.

[scarflady]

LOL, don't laugh but I did bring one of my doggies one time when I couldn't take the time to bring him home and make it in time for the lunch. It worked out fine, everyone loved him and we were outside that day.

BTW, I met a lovely lady last night at Waterfront Inn who is a lurker on here, sorry I can't remember her handle. It was sweet, she recognized me from my picture. She told me she might come to Crispers on Friday, and I am urging her to come so I can talk to her again.

So if she's reading this,,, yes, I will be there. See ya all later.


Kathie....so sorry I never made the April Crispers meeting. I know I missed a good one. Thank you for your kind words. I'll look for you at Waterfront when I return to the Villages the week of July 28.