Author Topic: 2009 SnS Opening Day/CabritoFest (Read 60022 times)

JaneDoe · « **on:** February 11, 2009, 11:06:54 am »

Take me out to the ball game.....

When:       April 6, 2009
Where:      MMPUS
First Pitch:    6:00 p.m.

Take me out with the crowd….

The Astros open the 2009 campaign against the Chicago Cubs on April 6. As has been our tradition in the past, we have reserved a limited amount of mezzanine tickets (30) for the game. Each ticket costs $20.00. There are no group discounts for Opening Day. The Astros also require the purchase of a second game in order to reserve group tickets for Opening Day. If you want to attend OD with SnS, you will be required to purchase BOTH tickets. If you reserve a ticket, you will be required to PAY for the ticket, even if you do not attend the game. If you cannot attend the second game, please attempt to sell or give the ticket to a fellow TZer.

Buy me some peanuts and CrackerJack…….

As a burnt praise offering to the BBG's for the monumentous freefall that was the Scrubs last season, a group if TZer's will be meeting at Spanish Flowers for cabrito (that's goat for all you Northern folk out there), beer and queso before the game. (time to be determined as we get closer to OD)

I don't care if I ever get back.
'Cause its root, root, root for the home team,

No Cubs fans allowed.

If they don't win, it's a shame.

Fuck the Cubs.

For it's one, two, three strikes, you're out,
At the old ball game.

I only said it once? Well, Fuck the Cubs.

JaneDoe · « **Reply #1 on:** February 11, 2009, 11:10:50 am »

Current ticket count:

JaneDoe 1
HudsonHawk 1
Zipp 1
Noe' 1
MRaup 1
JimR 1
Ty in Tampa 1
Batgirl 1

Budgirl cannot attend OD, but would like to get 2 tickets for the second game from someone(s) who won't get to use them.

Please limit your ticket request to TZer's. We love your Auntie Mable, but want to give those here a chance for tickets first. We may open it to family later if we do not reach our limit of 30.

gleach · « **Reply #2 on:** February 11, 2009, 11:38:42 am »

Allison and I would like to go to the game, can't make cabritofest 2009.

Noe · « **Reply #3 on:** February 11, 2009, 11:49:30 am »

Quote from: JaneDoe on February 11, 2009, 11:10:50 am

Current ticket count:

JaneDoe 1
HudsonHawk 1
Zipp 1
Noe' 1
MRaup 1
JimR 1
Ty in Tampa 1
Batgirl 1

Budgirl cannot attend OD, but would like to get 2 tickets for the second game from someone(s) who won't get to use them.

Please limit your ticket request to TZer's. We love your Auntie Mable, but want to give those here a chance for tickets first. We may open it to family later if we do not reach our limit of 30.

I think I can swing that deal with BG. I will take her OD ticket and swap her my second game ticket. Deal?

Limey · « **Reply #4 on:** February 11, 2009, 12:11:18 pm »

I have a mini-season ticket, but I don't know if it includes OD yet. I'm on for CabritoFest and will let you know re: ticket for the game.

MikeyBoy · « **Reply #5 on:** February 11, 2009, 01:01:01 pm »

Count me in (1). One of my tickets could become available pending my son's game schedule.

JaneDoe · « **Reply #6 on:** February 11, 2009, 09:27:20 pm »

Current ticket count:

JaneDoe 1
HudsonHawk 1
Zipp 1
Noe' 1
MRaup 1
JimR 1
Ty in Tampa 1
Batgirl 1
OregonStrosFan 1
gleach and allison 2
MikeyBoy 1
RonBrand 1

Ok, that's 13 tickets. We have to have at least 20, but not more than 30, so speak up soon if you want in.

cougar · « **Reply #7 on:** February 11, 2009, 11:16:28 pm »

As long as we get reminders on here I'll show up at CabritoFest and hang out, but due to me being so poor I refuse to answer my cell phone for fear that credit card companies will track me down with their black helicopters, I won't be able to go to the games.

JimR · « **Reply #8 on:** February 12, 2009, 07:44:18 am »

Taras? You can ride with us.

Taras Bulba · « **Reply #9 on:** February 12, 2009, 08:24:55 am »

Quote from: JimR on February 12, 2009, 07:44:18 am

Taras? You can ride with us.

Do I have to shower?

Andyzipp · « **Reply #10 on:** February 12, 2009, 08:54:45 am »

Quote from: Taras Bulba on February 12, 2009, 08:24:55 am

Do I have to shower?

Only with Jim.

Ty in Tampa · « **Reply #11 on:** February 12, 2009, 08:58:57 am »

Quote from: Andyzipp on February 12, 2009, 08:54:45 am

Only with Jim.

Aw, man. My EggMcMuffin...

UpTooLate · « **Reply #12 on:** February 12, 2009, 01:20:12 pm »

Count me in. One ticket (or the package, however that works).

When is money due and to whom is it paid?

JaneDoe · « **Reply #13 on:** February 12, 2009, 02:26:09 pm »

Ok, I'd like some feedback on the second game. Should be a weekend (for out-of-towners), not during UT football, and against a NL opponent, so, I sorta narrowed the choices down.

July 25 vs Mets
August 8 vs Milwaukee

Let me know.

Ron Brand · « **Reply #14 on:** February 12, 2009, 03:44:05 pm »

I misunderstood, I thought we had to get tickets to Tuesday's game vs. the Fuckthecubs. If we get to choose I'd just as soon boo the steM as anybody.

Bench · « **Reply #15 on:** February 12, 2009, 03:52:46 pm »

Quote from: Ron Brand on February 12, 2009, 03:44:05 pm

I misunderstood, I thought we had to get tickets to Tuesday's game vs. the Fuckthecubs. If we get to choose I'd just as soon boo the steM as anybody.

You misunderstand.

UpTooLate · « **Reply #16 on:** February 12, 2009, 04:04:53 pm »

Quote from: JaneDoe on February 12, 2009, 02:26:09 pm

Ok, I'd like some feedback on the second game. Should be a weekend (for out-of-towners), not during UT football, and against a NL opponent, so, I sorta narrowed the choices down.

July 25 vs Mets
August 8 vs Milwaukee

Let me know.

my vote is for July 25th. Might as well be a game where we despise the opponent.

Ebby Calvin · « **Reply #17 on:** February 13, 2009, 07:43:14 am »

Count me in for the game and most likely CabritoFest. Unless there's a requisite number of posts i haven't reached yet....
And I vote for the steM game. Otherwise I'd have to leave the delivery room in time to make the Milwaukee game. Probably not a great idea.

How does payment work?

JaneDoe · « **Reply #18 on:** February 13, 2009, 08:53:17 am »

Quote from: JaneDoe on February 11, 2009, 09:27:20 pm

Current ticket count:

JaneDoe 1
HudsonHawk 1
Zipp 1
Noe' 1
MRaup 1
JimR 1
Ty in Tampa 1
Batgirl 1
OregonStrosFan 1
gleach and allison 2
MikeyBoy 1
RonBrand 1
Taras Bulba 1
UpTooLate 1
Ebby Calvin 1
Guinness 2
ybbodeus 1

Ok, that's 19 tickets. We have to have at least 20, but not more than 30, so speak up soon if you want in.

As soon as we get a final number of people, I will PM everyone with the payment info.

Looks like the second game will be vs the Mets on July 25.

Guinness · « **Reply #19 on:** February 13, 2009, 09:16:49 am »

As discussed, please put me down for 1 for myself and 1 for Mrs Guinness. Really looking forward to it, thanks for organizing this!

ybbodeus · « **Reply #20 on:** February 13, 2009, 10:16:57 am »

"Student?"

I'm in. Can I pledge my $40, or do I actually have to pay?

JaneDoe · « **Reply #21 on:** February 13, 2009, 10:24:58 am »

Quote from: ybbodeus on February 13, 2009, 10:16:57 am

"Student?"

I'm in. Can I pledge my $40, or do I actually have to pay?

I am currently not set up for credit card payments, but if you will PM me your card numbers (all of them just in case the first one doesn't work), expiration dates, the 3 digit code on the back, mother's maiden name, street you grew up on, driver's license number and your checking and savings account numbers, I guess you can pledge me the money. But you still ain't getting the tickets until I have cold hard cash in my hand.

Limey · « **Reply #22 on:** February 13, 2009, 10:29:02 am »

Quote from: JaneDoe on February 13, 2009, 10:24:58 am

I am currently not set up for credit card payments, but if you will PM me your card numbers (all of them just in case the first one doesn't work), expiration dates, the 3 digit code on the back, mother's maiden name, street you grew up on, driver's license number and your checking and savings account numbers, I guess you can pledge me the money. But you still ain't getting the tickets until I have cold hard cash in my hand.

When did you move to Nigeria?

JimR · « **Reply #23 on:** February 13, 2009, 10:31:29 am »

Quote from: Limey on February 13, 2009, 10:29:02 am

When did you move to Nigeria?

it is a scam. ignore it or report it to the DA.

MusicMan · « **Reply #24 on:** February 13, 2009, 10:40:43 am »

This is a serious matter. Every hour, over 20 people are taken in by a Nigerian scam artist. And the vast majority of them are named ybbodeus.

ybbodeus · « **Reply #25 on:** February 13, 2009, 10:55:27 am »

But they seem so trustworthy, in true dire straits and in genuine need of help.

Limey · « **Reply #26 on:** February 13, 2009, 10:59:22 am »

Quote from: MusicMan on February 13, 2009, 10:40:43 am

This is a serious matter. Every hour, over 20 people are taken in by a Nigerian scam artist. And the vast majority of them are named ybbodeus.

"I warn New Zealanders to stay off the main streets and stick to the back alleys, yet still every day in New York City a New Zealander is mugged."
- Murray Hewitt

GreatBagwellsBeard · « **Reply #27 on:** February 13, 2009, 01:40:49 pm »

Count me in for the games and Cabritofest, with Mrs. GBB as well. As mentioned last night, she may opt out if work interferes, but I want to get my name in the hat before all the tickets are gone.

ybbodeus · « **Reply #28 on:** February 13, 2009, 02:48:09 pm »

Quote from: JaneDoe on February 13, 2009, 10:24:58 am

I am currently not set up for credit card payments, but if you will PM me your card numbers (all of them just in case the first one doesn't work), expiration dates, the 3 digit code on the back, mother's maiden name, street you grew up on, driver's license number and your checking and savings account numbers, I guess you can pledge me the money. But you still ain't getting the tickets until I have cold hard cash in my hand.

If you provide me with you bank account number (inclusing route number), you phone number/address and last four digit of social secure number, I can instruct my disposed pri-minister and his chauffer to wired the money to you from bank in where the $40 is currently collecting the interest.

Ybbosamphir-adeus

"Two can play that game, soldier!" POE, OPE, EPO, etc.

JaneDoe · « **Reply #29 on:** February 13, 2009, 10:49:35 pm »

Current ticket count:

JaneDoe 1
HudsonHawk 1
Zipp 1
Noe' 1
MRaup 1
JimR 1
Ty in Tampa 1
Batgirl 1
OregonStrosFan 1
gleach and allison 2
MikeyBoy 1
RonBrand 1
Taras Bulba 1
UpTooLate 1
Ebby Calvin 1
Guinness 2
ybbodeus 1
GreatBagwellsBeard and the Mrs. ToBeGBB 2

That's 21.

homer · « **Reply #30 on:** February 13, 2009, 11:22:29 pm »

One, please.

chuck · « **Reply #31 on:** February 14, 2009, 12:16:37 am »

Hell, why not? Count me in for one, also.

JaneDoe · « **Reply #32 on:** February 14, 2009, 12:01:35 pm »

The newly released Astros promo schedule shows that we will get a "Los Astros" cap for the Mets game.

Got some interesting giveaways.

UpTooLate · « **Reply #33 on:** February 14, 2009, 12:19:59 pm »

Quote from: JaneDoe on February 14, 2009, 12:01:35 pm

Got some interesting giveaways.

No kidding

http://houston.astros.mlb.com/schedule/promotions_popup.jsp?c_id=hou&puid=2009_04_08_chnmlb_houmlb_1

JaneDoe · « **Reply #34 on:** February 14, 2009, 12:25:02 pm »

Current ticket count:

JaneDoe 1
HudsonHawk 1
Zipp 1
Noe' 1
MRaup 1
JimR 1
Ty in Tampa 1
Batgirl 1
OregonStrosFan 1
gleach and allison 2
MikeyBoy 1
RonBrand 1
Taras Bulba 1
UpTooLate 2
Ebby Calvin 1
Guinness 2
ybbodeus 1
GreatBagwellsBeard and the Mrs. GBB2B 2
homer 1
chuck 1

That's 24. That leaves only 6 more to go, folks.

By the way, if we don't purchase 30, then next year we will only be able to purchase as many as we did this year.

JaneDoe · « **Reply #35 on:** February 14, 2009, 12:28:35 pm »

Quote from: UpTooLate on February 14, 2009, 12:19:59 pm

No kidding

http://houston.astros.mlb.com/schedule/promotions_popup.jsp?c_id=hou&puid=2009_04_08_chnmlb_houmlb_1

I wouldn't even take that one when I walked in the gate. The cap collectibles look cool, so do some of the bobbleheads. I would really like the gym bag and blanket.

I'm kinda surprised they are giving away a Jeff Bagwell bronze collectible this year. Unfortunately, not a single Brad Ausmus giveaway (sorry Budgirl).

DVauthrin · « **Reply #36 on:** February 14, 2009, 02:15:12 pm »

Count me in for 1.

JaneDoe · « **Reply #37 on:** February 16, 2009, 09:49:41 am »

Received an invoice for 30 tickets today. We currently only have 25 spoken for. Anyone else interested?

Mr. Happy · « **Reply #38 on:** February 16, 2009, 09:39:04 pm »

Alright. It's time for me to meet you people. I'm hereby committing to a ticket. See you sooner than you'd like.

JaneDoe · « **Reply #39 on:** February 16, 2009, 09:41:25 pm »

Quote from: Mr. Happy on February 16, 2009, 09:39:04 pm

Alright. It's time for me to meet you people. I'm hereby committing to a ticket. See you sooner than you'd like.

Will be glad to make your aquaintance. Go Astros!

Mr. Happy · « **Reply #40 on:** February 16, 2009, 10:25:29 pm »

Make that two tickets. Just let me know where to send the funds.

EasTexAstro · « **Reply #41 on:** February 17, 2009, 08:32:01 am »

Put me down for 1

JaneDoe · « **Reply #42 on:** February 17, 2009, 09:26:41 am »

Current ticket count:

JaneDoe 1
HudsonHawk 1
Zipp 1
Noe' 1
MRaup 1
JimR 1
Ty in Tampa 1
Batgirl 1
OregonStrosFan 1
gleach and allison 2
MikeyBoy 1
RonBrand 1
Taras Bulba 1
UpTooLate 2
Ebby Calvin 1
Guinness 2
ybbodeus 1
GreatBagwellsBeard and the Mrs. GBB2B 2
homer 1
chuck 1
DVauthrin 1
Mr. Happy 2
EastTexAstro 1

That's 28 by my count. Only 2 left.

Limey--did you find out if your mini-plan included Opening Day?

I will be sending payment info out in the next couple of days by PM.

das · « **Reply #43 on:** February 17, 2009, 03:41:34 pm »

Quote from: JaneDoe on February 17, 2009, 09:26:41 am

Current ticket count:

That's 28 by my count. Only 2 left.

Limey--did you find out if your mini-plan included Opening Day?

I will be sending payment info out in the next couple of days by PM.

I am going to be in Houston for business on the 6th!!!! Can I be a part of your reindeer games? If so, that would be:

das for 1.

(please, please, please, please..............)

JimR · « **Reply #44 on:** February 17, 2009, 03:45:09 pm »

Spanish Flowers will have a record day!

Bench · « **Reply #45 on:** February 17, 2009, 03:49:55 pm »

Quote from: JimR on February 17, 2009, 03:45:09 pm

Spanish Flowers will have a record day!

They better put on an extra pot of queso and kill another goat.

Noe · « **Reply #46 on:** February 17, 2009, 04:50:53 pm »

Quote from: Bench on February 17, 2009, 03:49:55 pm

They better put on an extra pot of queso and kill another goat.

da-dum, da-dum, da-dum... whoosh! "We're gonna need a bigger goat!" - Roy Schneider (RIP)

Noe · « **Reply #47 on:** February 17, 2009, 04:51:55 pm »

Quote from: das on February 17, 2009, 03:41:34 pm

I am going to be in Houston for business on the 6th!!!! Can I be a part of your reindeer games? If so, that would be:

das for 1.

(please, please, please, please..............)

Great! It will be nice to catch up with you again. I have a gift for you if you'll PM me. I can hold on to it for you and hand it over on OD. Lemme know!

austro · « **Reply #48 on:** February 17, 2009, 04:52:45 pm »

Quote from: Noe in Austin on February 17, 2009, 04:50:53 pm

da-dum, da-dum, da-dum... whoosh! "We're gonna need a bigger goat!" - Roy Schneider (RIP)

I'm thinking of the disappearing goat in "Jurassic Park". One moment it's there, the next moment the TZers are rubbing their collective belly.

MRaup · « **Reply #49 on:** February 17, 2009, 05:30:51 pm »

Quote from: austro on February 17, 2009, 04:52:45 pm

I'm thinking of the disappearing goat in "Jurassic Park". One moment it's there, the next moment the TZers are rubbing their collective belly.

I call NOT being the collective belly this time...

ETA: Unless Nikki shows up. Then, disregard this message entirely.

jaklewein · « **Reply #50 on:** February 17, 2009, 05:40:37 pm »

Quote from: JaneDoe on February 11, 2009, 11:10:50 am

Current ticket count:

JaneDoe 1
HudsonHawk 1
Zipp 1
Noe' 1
MRaup 1
JimR 1
Ty in Tampa 1
Batgirl 1

Budgirl cannot attend OD, but would like to get 2 tickets for the second game from someone(s) who won't get to use them.

Please limit your ticket request to TZer's. We love your Auntie Mable, but want to give those here a chance for tickets first. We may open it to family later if we do not reach our limit of 30.

Ahhhh you guys suck. Maybe someday I'll win the lottery. Until then I'll continue to be one jealous individual. I haven't been to MM Park since the WS.

Bench · « **Reply #51 on:** February 17, 2009, 09:12:45 pm »

By the way, I'm in for CabritoFest but have different tickets to the game.

JaneDoe · « **Reply #52 on:** February 17, 2009, 09:52:31 pm »

Quote from: Bench on February 17, 2009, 09:12:45 pm

By the way, I'm in for CabritoFest but have different tickets to the game.

Well, you should come by our section and say Hi.

JaneDoe · « **Reply #53 on:** February 17, 2009, 09:52:52 pm »

Quote from: das on February 17, 2009, 03:41:34 pm

I am going to be in Houston for business on the 6th!!!! Can I be a part of your reindeer games? If so, that would be:

das for 1.

(please, please, please, please..............)

You got it.

das · « **Reply #54 on:** February 18, 2009, 03:28:55 pm »

Quote from: JaneDoe on February 17, 2009, 09:52:52 pm

You got it.

Some fair warning here for the group. I am 0-18 in my lifetime seeing the Astros in person. The ignominious string has seen me watch the good guys loose in San Francisco, LA, San Diego, DC, Baltimore, Philly, Pittsburgh and the Astrodome. Included in this revolting, decades-long spectacle were losses by Nolan Ryan, Mike Scott, Andy Pettitte, Daryl Kile and newbies like Nieve and (sic) Williams.

There will be some firsts for me. I've never seen Oswalt pitch in person. I've never been to a game at MMPUS. I've only met a couple of you in person. So, I need some slumpbuster suggestions so that I don't fly this grunge down there and infect you all. Keep in mind that I am (happily) married and would like to remain that way. Fire away.

Unrelated side note: If I fail to structure my work day down there on the 6th well enough and have to show up to the goat-pick and game in a suit, y'all (I'm workin' on my Texan) have free license to ridicule me unmercilessly the entire time.

Ty in Tampa · « **Reply #55 on:** February 18, 2009, 03:31:28 pm »

Don't worry das. Neil T. came to SF in a suit and bow tie. I think you'll be fine.

JimR · « **Reply #56 on:** February 18, 2009, 03:32:29 pm »

Quote from: das on February 18, 2009, 03:28:55 pm

Some fair warning here for the group. I am 0-18 in my lifetime seeing the Astros in person. The ignominious string has seen me watch the good guys loose in San Francisco, LA, San Diego, DC, Baltimore, Philly, Pittsburgh and the Astrodome. Included in this revolting, decades-long spectacle were losses by Nolan Ryan, Mike Scott, Andy Pettitte, Daryl Kile and newbies like Nieve and (sic) Williams.

There will be some firsts for me. I've never seen Oswalt pitch in person. I've never been to a game at MMPUS. I've only met a couple of you in person. So, I need some slumpbuster suggestions so that I don't fly this grunge down there and infect you all. Keep in mind that I am (happily) married and would like to remain that way. Fire away.

Unrelated side note: If I fail to structure my work day down there on the 6th well enough and have to show up to the goat-pick and game in a suit, y'all (I'm workin' on my Texan) have free license to ridicule me unmercilessly the entire time.

nothing you wear can beat Neil T's bow tie.

the way to stay happily married is to deny it to the grave ("are you going to believe me or your lyin' eyes?").

Mr. Happy · « **Reply #57 on:** February 18, 2009, 03:35:44 pm »

Quote from: das on February 18, 2009, 03:28:55 pm

Some fair warning here for the group. I am 0-18 in my lifetime seeing the Astros in person. The ignominious string has seen me watch the good guys loose in San Francisco, LA, San Diego, DC, Baltimore, Philly, Pittsburgh and the Astrodome. Included in this revolting, decades-long spectacle were losses by Nolan Ryan, Mike Scott, Andy Pettitte, Daryl Kile and newbies like Nieve and (sic) Williams.

There will be some firsts for me. I've never seen Oswalt pitch in person. I've never been to a game at MMPUS. I've only met a couple of you in person. So, I need some slumpbuster suggestions so that I don't fly this grunge down there and infect you all. Keep in mind that I am (happily) married and would like to remain that way. Fire away.

Unrelated side note: If I fail to structure my work day down there on the 6th well enough and have to show up to the goat-pick and game in a suit, y'all (I'm workin' on my Texan) have free license to ridicule me unmercilessly the entire time.

Speaking as a fellow interloper non-Texan, come as you are. You and your bas ass streak. I smell a streak busting on opening day.

austro · « **Reply #58 on:** February 18, 2009, 03:37:33 pm »

Quote from: JimR on February 18, 2009, 03:32:29 pm

the way to stay happily married is to deny it to the grave ("are you going to believe me or your lyin' eyes?").

Also known as The Clemens Defense. Oh, wait...

MusicMan · « **Reply #59 on:** February 18, 2009, 03:39:27 pm »

Quote from: das on February 18, 2009, 03:28:55 pm

So, I need some slumpbuster suggestions so that I don't fly this grunge down there and infect you all.

The cast of The View. Naked. Together.

Limey · « **Reply #60 on:** February 18, 2009, 03:49:36 pm »

Quote from: MusicMan on February 18, 2009, 03:39:27 pm

The cast of The View. Naked. Together.

I just threw up in my mouth a lot.

Ebby Calvin · « **Reply #61 on:** February 18, 2009, 03:58:00 pm »

Quote from: MusicMan on February 18, 2009, 03:39:27 pm

The cast of The View. Naked. Together.

Good Lord. That's just not fair.

pravata · « **Reply #62 on:** February 18, 2009, 04:40:04 pm »

Quote from: das on February 18, 2009, 03:28:55 pm

... I've never seen Oswalt pitch in person. ...

The trick is to try not to blink.

UpTooLate · « **Reply #63 on:** February 18, 2009, 04:49:14 pm »

Quote from: MusicMan on February 18, 2009, 03:39:27 pm

The cast of The View. Naked. Together.

I would have thought that making him watch Battlefield Earth: A Saga of the Year 3000 three thousand times would have been appropriate. You MM are a mean MF'er.

On the other hand I wouldn't mind a peek at: http://www.realclearsports.com/blog/Hasselbeck.jpg

The Spleen · « **Reply #64 on:** February 24, 2009, 01:33:06 am »

Quote from: MusicMan on February 18, 2009, 03:39:27 pm

The cast of The View. Naked. Together.

Yeah, they would bust any possible slump.
They could have even busted Lou Gehrig's terminal slump.
Of course he may have still chosen death rather than face that...

MusicMan · « **Reply #65 on:** February 24, 2009, 09:49:08 am »

Quote from: The Spleen on February 24, 2009, 01:33:06 am

Yeah, they would bust any possible slump.
They could have even busted Lou Gehrig's terminal slump.
Of course he may have still chosen death rather than face that...

Tim Geithner might have to face that to bust the recession.

JaneDoe · « **Reply #66 on:** March 06, 2009, 07:48:48 am »

Payment info has been sent out by PM. If you did not receive one, please PM me and let me know.

There is ONE ticket set left.

das · « **Reply #67 on:** March 09, 2009, 04:19:47 pm »

Quote from: JaneDoe on March 06, 2009, 07:48:48 am

Payment info has been sent out by PM. If you did not receive one, please PM me and let me know.

Afternoon, all. I'm looking for suggestions on the best place to stay Sunday night and Monday night the 5th and 6th. My meetings are at 1301 McKinney Street which is a few blocks from MMPUS, it looks like. I think my room rate travel cap is $220 per night. Any recommendations for a track nearby so I can go for a run in the evening? I don't see one at U0fH downtown and I don't know how far away the nearest high school or university that has one is. Also, if you had one meal that you just had to have in Houston (besides the Cabrito-fest Monday evening) where would you go? I will not, WILL NOT eat room service Sunday evening...

I work daytimes so I have been unable to accomplish anything regarding The View. I did envision the crowd at my last speaking engagement naked though and did manage to throw up in my mouth a little mid-sentence. A room full of aerospace and government execs is not a pretty sight when you visually unstuff those suits. To cement the slumpbuster, I did also force myself to watch Intolerable Cruelty over the weekend with toothpicks holding my eyelids open. My wife dared to suggest that Catherine Zeta-Jones was not quite ugly enough to accomplish the task though…

I'm looking forward to (and slightly askeered of) meeting some of you in a few weeks.

Bench · « **Reply #68 on:** March 09, 2009, 05:21:59 pm »

Quote from: das on March 09, 2009, 04:19:47 pm

Afternoon, all. I'm looking for suggestions on the best place to stay Sunday night and Monday night the 5th and 6th. My meetings are at 1301 McKinney Street which is a few blocks from MMPUS, it looks like. I think my room rate travel cap is $220 per night. Any recommendations for a track nearby so I can go for a run in the evening? I don't see one at U0fH downtown and I don't know how far away the nearest high school or university that has one is. Also, if you had one meal that you just had to have in Houston (besides the Cabrito-fest Monday evening) where would you go? I will not, WILL NOT eat room service Sunday evening...

I work daytimes so I have been unable to accomplish anything regarding The View. I did envision the crowd at my last speaking engagement naked though and did manage to throw up in my mouth a little mid-sentence. A room full of aerospace and government execs is not a pretty sight when you visually unstuff those suits. To cement the slumpbuster, I did also force myself to watch Intolerable Cruelty over the weekend with toothpicks holding my eyelids open. My wife dared to suggest that Catherine Zeta-Jones was not quite ugly enough to accomplish the task though…

I'm looking forward to (and slightly askeered of) meeting some of you in a few weeks.

I always recommend the Hilton Americas. It has a lot of rooms and is thus generally available, especially for under $200 a night. It's a couple blocks away from MMPUS and from the ~~Chevron~~ Fulbright Tower.

Don't know of any tracks (though Robertson stadium isn't far by car). For the "one meal in Houston" you can never go wrong with Ninfa's on Navigation.

Astroholic · « **Reply #69 on:** March 09, 2009, 09:10:11 pm »

Quote from: Bench on March 09, 2009, 05:21:59 pm

I always recommend the Hilton Americas. It has a lot of rooms and is thus generally available, especially for under $200 a night. It's a couple blocks away from MMPUS and from the ~~Chevron~~ Fulbright Tower.

Don't know of any tracks (though Robertson stadium isn't far by car). For the "one meal in Houston" you can never go wrong with Ninfa's on Navigation.

ermas is good and is walking distance from the stadium.

MikeyBoy · « **Reply #70 on:** March 09, 2009, 09:25:02 pm »

Magnolia Hotel, The Inn at the Ballpark, Hilton Americas and Hotel Icon are the closest to the ball park. There is also the Hyatt and the Double Tree, but those are a tad more cab-ish. Hotel Icon, Hilton Americas and Inn at the Ballpark all have very good restraunts in them. McCormick & Schmicks is pretty good as well. Depending on what time you run, the streets of downtown is probably your best option. The closest high schools are Yates and Davis, but those tracks have a minimum time per lap.

Andyzipp · « **Reply #71 on:** March 09, 2009, 09:26:22 pm »

Vic and Anthonys or Marks

Limey · « **Reply #72 on:** March 10, 2009, 09:58:55 am »

The Strip House for steaks: because they are burnt on the outside, juicy in the middle, and don't stick in your craw when you realise that you're in a Ferteatery. Also, soft-focus 1930's black and white porn on the walls.

JaneDoe · « **Reply #73 on:** March 10, 2009, 04:02:37 pm »

I have received money from about 9 of you, but the Astros have only sent me the OD tickets. I just called our sales rep and she said she would send the tickets to the second game out today. As soon and I get them, they will go out to all that have payed (and whose checks have cleared the bank).

Thanks to all of you who have been so prompt with your payment.

JimR · « **Reply #74 on:** March 10, 2009, 04:12:11 pm »

Quote from: JaneDoe on March 10, 2009, 04:02:37 pm

I have received money from about 9 of you, but the Astros have only sent me the OD tickets. I just called our sales rep and she said she would send the tickets to the second game out today. As soon and I get them, they will go out to all that have payed (and whose checks have cleared the bank).

Thanks to all of you who have been so prompt with your payment.

mailed check today.

BudGirl · « **Reply #75 on:** March 10, 2009, 04:13:30 pm »

Quote from: JaneDoe on March 10, 2009, 04:02:37 pm

I have received money from about 9 of you, but the Astros have only sent me the OD tickets. I just called our sales rep and she said she would send the tickets to the second game out today. As soon and I get them, they will go out to all that have payed (and whose checks have cleared the bank).

Thanks to all of you who have been so prompt with your payment.

Was planning to pay you if we met for lunch. If not, I'll mail you a check.

HudsonHawk · « **Reply #76 on:** March 10, 2009, 04:21:16 pm »

The Crown Plaza is downtown, and just a block from the Downtown YMCA, which has a track.

Ty in Tampa · « **Reply #77 on:** March 10, 2009, 04:24:28 pm »

Quote from: JaneDoe on March 10, 2009, 04:02:37 pm

I have received money from about 9 of you, but the Astros have only sent me the OD tickets. I just called our sales rep and she said she would send the tickets to the second game out today. As soon and I get them, they will go out to all that have payed (and whose checks have cleared the bank).

Thanks to all of you who have been so prompt with your payment.

Mine will go out in tomorrow's post. Sorry for the delay. You can give BudGirl my tickets.

NeilT · « **Reply #78 on:** March 10, 2009, 04:28:18 pm »

Quote from: das on March 09, 2009, 04:19:47 pm

Afternoon, all. I'm looking for suggestions on the best place to stay Sunday night and Monday night the 5th and 6th. My meetings are at 1301 McKinney Street which is a few blocks from MMPUS, it looks like. I think my room rate travel cap is $220 per night. Any recommendations for a track nearby so I can go for a run in the evening? I don't see one at U0fH downtown and I don't know how far away the nearest high school or university that has one is. Also, if you had one meal that you just had to have in Houston (besides the Cabrito-fest Monday evening) where would you go? I will not, WILL NOT eat room service Sunday evening...

I work daytimes so I have been unable to accomplish anything regarding The View. I did envision the crowd at my last speaking engagement naked though and did manage to throw up in my mouth a little mid-sentence. A room full of aerospace and government execs is not a pretty sight when you visually unstuff those suits. To cement the slumpbuster, I did also force myself to watch Intolerable Cruelty over the weekend with toothpicks holding my eyelids open. My wife dared to suggest that Catherine Zeta-Jones was not quite ugly enough to accomplish the task though…

I'm looking forward to (and slightly askeered of) meeting some of you in a few weeks.

1301 McKinney? Thank you, Bench, for the proper designation. If you run through downtown, you can hit the trail around Buffalo Bayou, which is 5 miles and better than a high school track. Four Seasons is closest, but Hilton Americas is close, too, and probably a better bargain. There aren't really any tracks downtown, but the easiest running area to get to may be the track around Rice, or Memorial Park. You could actually take the train to Rice. Each of those is about 3 miles. It would be easier to park at Memorial Park.

A lot of restaurants will be closed on Sunday evening. I think The Grove, which is between the noble Fulbright Tower and the ballpark, at least if you walk in a staggering line, is the prettiest restaurant in Houston, and has the best bar. The food's ok too. I don't know if it's open on Sunday. The Four Season's has one of the better places in town, and isn't ever that busy.

Mr. Happy · « **Reply #79 on:** March 10, 2009, 04:28:37 pm »

Mine going out today as well.

JaneDoe · « **Reply #80 on:** March 10, 2009, 04:36:39 pm »

Quote from: BudGirl on March 10, 2009, 04:13:30 pm

Was planning to pay you if we met for lunch. If not, I'll mail you a check.

Don't worry about mailing it. I know where you live.

UpTooLate · « **Reply #81 on:** March 10, 2009, 04:41:04 pm »

Mine went out yesterday. You should have it today or tomorrow.

Ebby Calvin · « **Reply #82 on:** March 10, 2009, 05:00:22 pm »

Quote from: UpTooLate on March 10, 2009, 04:41:04 pm

Mine went out yesterday. You should have it today or tomorrow.

Same.

JaneDoe · « **Reply #83 on:** March 10, 2009, 05:00:26 pm »

Quote from: UpTooLate on March 10, 2009, 04:41:04 pm

Mine went out yesterday. You should have it today or tomorrow.

Got it today. Thanks.

Here's whose money I have recieved:

UpTooLate x2
Taras
EastTexAstro
EbbyCalvin
Batgirl
and from Mike (I assume MikeyBoy?)

Ron Brand · « **Reply #84 on:** March 10, 2009, 06:08:40 pm »

Mine went out last week, I'm surprised you don't have it yet.

MikeyBoy · « **Reply #85 on:** March 10, 2009, 11:07:34 pm »

Quote from: JaneDoe on March 10, 2009, 05:00:26 pm

Got it today. Thanks.

Here's whose money I have recieved:

UpTooLate x2
Taras
EastTexAstro
EbbyCalvin
Batgirl
and from Mike (I assume MikeyBoy?)

Not me. I'm in Austin until Thursday at a sales meeting, I travel from here to Orlando to meet the family at Disney. I'm there until next tuesday. I will send you the money and envelope when I get back next week. Sorry for the delay.

JaneDoe · « **Reply #86 on:** March 13, 2009, 01:29:32 pm »

Updated list:

JaneDoe
HudsonHawk 1
Zipp 1
Noe' 1
MRaup PAID
JimR PAID
Ty in Tampa 1
Batgirl PAID
OregonStrosFan PAID
gleach and allison PAID
MikeyBoy 1
RonBrand PAID
Taras Bulba PAID
UpTooLate PAID
Ebby Calvin PAID
Guinness 2
ybbodeus PAID
GreatBagwellsBeard and the Mrs. GBB2B 2
homer 1
chuck 1
DVauthrin 1
Mr. Happy PAID
EastTexAstro PAID
das 1

I still have 1 ticket set (Opening Day plus July 25 vs Mets) available. Please PM me if you want it. Thanks.

Taras Bulba · « **Reply #87 on:** March 13, 2009, 03:28:59 pm »

I'm shocked at the number of people in the "PAID" category. I would have thought at this point that Jane would have only received maybe one or two checks along with some random coins and Honduran postage stamps. Where's the SnS I used to know?

JaneDoe · « **Reply #88 on:** March 13, 2009, 03:31:31 pm »

Quote from: Taras Bulba on March 13, 2009, 03:28:59 pm

I'm shocked at the number of people in the "PAID" category. I would have thought at this point that Jane would have only received maybe one or two checks along with some random coins and Honduran postage stamps. Where's the SnS I used to know?

They remember my Clemens haiku from last year and figure they better not screw me over.

Noe · « **Reply #89 on:** March 13, 2009, 06:04:08 pm »

Quote from: UpTooLate on March 10, 2009, 04:41:04 pm

Mine went out yesterday. You should have it today or tomorrow.

I actually noticed last night that my cashiers check with your name on it is still on my desk! I blame the cough meds. Stupid cough meds! It's on it's way.

das · « **Reply #90 on:** March 13, 2009, 07:07:53 pm »

I'll send it as soon as I get back into town on Monday. I promise. Please don't break my kneecaps, Guido...

chuck · « **Reply #91 on:** March 16, 2009, 09:16:40 am »

Quote from: Taras Bulba on March 13, 2009, 03:28:59 pm

I'm shocked at the number of people in the "PAID" category. I would have thought at this point that Jane would have only received maybe one or two checks along with some random coins and Honduran postage stamps. Where's the SnS I used to know?

Well, she got Panamanian coins and some old Soviet postage stamps from me, so you can be sure that I'm trying like hell to keep up my end of the bargain.

Yeah, das, Neil has a good idea - take the train down to Hermann Park and run there. There's a pretty decent track down there and not nearly as many people running as at Memorial Park. Running in Memorial Park is a lot like joyriding on the West Loop at about 4:30 in the afternoon.

astrojo · « **Reply #92 on:** March 17, 2009, 11:50:22 pm »

I wish we could make it this time, but our daughter is starting driver's ed that afternoon. So, for goodness sakes, stay off the roads in the Memorial area!

Perhaps we might be able to buy someone's 2nd tickets and attend those festivities.

Ty in Tampa · « **Reply #93 on:** March 18, 2009, 09:37:52 am »

Quote from: astrojo on March 17, 2009, 11:50:22 pm

I wish we could make it this time, but our daughter is starting driver's ed that afternoon. So, for goodness sakes, stay off the roads in the Memorial area!

Perhaps we might be able to buy someone's 2nd tickets and attend those festivities.

I will almost certainly have one to ~~sell~~ give you.

das · « **Reply #94 on:** March 18, 2009, 10:36:08 am »

Quote from: Ty in Tampa on March 18, 2009, 09:37:52 am

I will almost certainly have one to ~~sell~~ give you.

...and, since I am only going to be there for the Opening Day game, I'll have another one to give for the 2nd game.

JaneDoe · « **Reply #95 on:** March 22, 2009, 06:40:42 pm »

Updated list:

das 1
HudsonHawk 1
Zipp 1

JaneDoe PAID
Noe' PAID
MRaup PAID
JimR PAID
Ty in Tampa PAID
Batgirl PAID
OregonStrosFan PAID
gleach and allison PAID
MikeyBoy PAID
RonBrand PAID
Taras Bulba PAID
UpTooLate PAID x2
Ebby Calvin PAID
Guinness PAIDx2
ybbodeus PAID
GreatBagwellsBeard and the Mrs. GBB2B PAIDx2
homer PAID
chuck PAID
DVauthrin PAID
Mr. Happy PAIDx2
EastTexAstro PAID

I still have 1 ticket set (Opening Day plus July 25 vs Mets) available. Please PM me if you want it. Thanks.

The envelopes have all been stuffed and will be put in the mail tomorrow. Sorry for the delay, I was waiting for the second batch of tickets to come in.

BatGirl · « **Reply #96 on:** March 23, 2009, 01:17:34 pm »

thanks for handling the tickets, janedoe!

Mr. Happy · « **Reply #97 on:** March 23, 2009, 01:39:35 pm »

Quote from: BatGirl on March 23, 2009, 01:17:34 pm

thanks for handling the tickets, janedoe!

No kidding! Three cheers for JaneDoe!

JaneDoe · « **Reply #98 on:** March 23, 2009, 01:54:33 pm »

You are welcome.

All the tickets (for those who have sent payment) went out in the mail this morning, so you should be getting them this week.

I still have one ticket set if you know anyone who is interested.

Taras Bulba · « **Reply #99 on:** March 25, 2009, 09:34:24 pm »

Received mine in the mail today--thanks, Jane! It was the first time that Mrs. Taras learned that they are the Chicago Fuck the Cubs.

JimR · « **Reply #100 on:** March 26, 2009, 10:01:15 am »

the Raups' ducats arrived today. thank you!

Ron Brand · « **Reply #101 on:** March 26, 2009, 11:52:30 am »

Got mine yesterday, thanks!

Ebby Calvin · « **Reply #102 on:** March 26, 2009, 11:54:24 am »

Quote from: Ron Brand on March 26, 2009, 11:52:30 am

Got mine yesterday, thanks!

Me too. Thanks again for putting this together!

Guinness · « **Reply #103 on:** March 26, 2009, 11:57:53 am »

We got ours on Tuesday. It was also the day the cable guy brought our HD box for our new tv, so it was like Christmas at the Guinness household! Thanks from me as well for taking care of this, really looking forward the the game.

DVauthrin · « **Reply #104 on:** March 26, 2009, 02:59:39 pm »

got mine a couple days ago, thanks.

BudGirl · « **Reply #105 on:** March 26, 2009, 03:17:13 pm »

I checked the mail. I have Ty's.

Ty in Tampa · « **Reply #106 on:** March 26, 2009, 04:08:50 pm »

Quote from: BudGirl on March 26, 2009, 03:17:13 pm

I checked the mail. I have Ty's.

Excellent! Thanks, Jane Doe and BudGirl!!

JaneDoe · « **Reply #107 on:** March 29, 2009, 09:44:32 am »

Has anyone (that has paid) NOT received their tickets ? Thanks.

And--I still have 1 ticket for OD and July 25 available.

Noe · « **Reply #108 on:** March 29, 2009, 10:13:59 am »

Quote from: JaneDoe on March 29, 2009, 09:44:32 am

Has anyone (that has paid) NOT received their tickets ? Thanks.

And--I still have 1 ticket for OD and July 25 available.

I have mine, thanks!

chuck · « **Reply #109 on:** March 29, 2009, 11:17:48 pm »

Check.

JimR · « **Reply #110 on:** March 30, 2009, 09:24:00 am »

what time do we meet at the restaurant?

JaneDoe · « **Reply #111 on:** March 30, 2009, 01:24:16 pm »

Quote from: JimR on March 30, 2009, 09:24:00 am

what time do we meet at the restaurant?

2 p.m. was mentioned. Anyone think another time would be better? Probably after 1:00 p.m. would be best to avoid the lunch crowd.

JimR · « **Reply #112 on:** March 30, 2009, 01:25:54 pm »

somebody just say a time. it does not have to be the subject of an election.

Andyzipp · « **Reply #113 on:** March 30, 2009, 01:45:29 pm »

Quote from: JimR on March 30, 2009, 01:25:54 pm

somebody just say a time. it does not have to be the subject of an election.

I'm good with any time 12:30 or later.

Noe · « **Reply #114 on:** March 30, 2009, 02:51:37 pm »

Quote from: Andyzipp on March 30, 2009, 01:45:29 pm

I'm good with any time 12:30 or later.

Done, I'll be there at 12:30-ish!

Taras Bulba · « **Reply #115 on:** March 30, 2009, 02:55:31 pm »

Quote from: Noe in Austin on March 30, 2009, 02:51:37 pm

Done, I'll be there at 12:30-ish!

Tell 'em to throw some cabritos on the fire and replace the urinal cakes--SnS is coming to town and hell's coming with it!

Ebby Calvin · « **Reply #116 on:** March 30, 2009, 02:57:07 pm »

Any advice for someone who won't know a soul there? Show up drunk? Wear a bowtie? Keep fingers away from Limey's mouth? Wear a money belt?

Ron Brand · « **Reply #117 on:** March 30, 2009, 02:58:33 pm »

Quote from: Ebby Calvin on March 30, 2009, 02:57:07 pm

Any advice for someone who won't know a soul there? Show up drunk? Wear a bowtie? Keep fingers away from Limey's mouth? Wear a money belt?

I'm going to school on the responses you get to this...

BudGirl · « **Reply #118 on:** March 30, 2009, 02:58:54 pm »

Quote from: Ebby Calvin on March 30, 2009, 02:57:07 pm

Any advice for someone who won't know a soul there? Show up drunk? Wear a bowtie? Keep fingers away from Limey's mouth? Wear a money belt?

everyone will love you if you buy them a beer.

Ron Brand · « **Reply #119 on:** March 30, 2009, 02:59:38 pm »

So A), bring money...

JimR · « **Reply #120 on:** March 30, 2009, 03:05:30 pm »

Quote from: Ebby Calvin on March 30, 2009, 02:57:07 pm

Any advice for someone who won't know a soul there? Show up drunk? Wear a bowtie? Keep fingers away from Limey's mouth? Wear a money belt?

pick up tabs. lots of tabs.

Noe · « **Reply #121 on:** March 30, 2009, 03:12:00 pm »

Quote from: Taras Bulba on March 30, 2009, 02:55:31 pm

Tell 'em to throw some cabritos on the fire and replace the urinal cakes--SnS is coming to town and hell's coming with it!

"Do you hear me... tell 'em HELLS COMING WITH ME!"

Noe · « **Reply #122 on:** March 30, 2009, 03:13:31 pm »

Quote from: Ebby Calvin on March 30, 2009, 02:57:07 pm

Any advice for someone who won't know a soul there? Show up drunk? Wear a bowtie? Keep fingers away from Limey's mouth? Wear a money belt?

Look for the popes wearing funny hats, made of aluminum foil.

OregonStrosFan · « **Reply #123 on:** March 30, 2009, 03:14:29 pm »

I'll be the guy in the Astros jersey.

BudGirl · « **Reply #124 on:** March 30, 2009, 03:14:41 pm »

Quote from: Noe in Austin on March 30, 2009, 03:13:31 pm

Look for the popes wearing funny hats, made of aluminum foil.

Great make the popes wear the funny hats while the Illuminati just get to look cool.

Noe · « **Reply #125 on:** March 30, 2009, 03:17:26 pm »

Quote from: BudGirl on March 30, 2009, 03:14:41 pm

Great make the popes wear the funny hats while the Illuminati just get to look cool.

Speaking as a resident Illuminati, the ability to "just get to look cool" is not something that I can truly say is my forte. I will settle with "just look half-way presentable... stand up straight, don't slouch... wipe the drool off your chin".

BudGirl · « **Reply #126 on:** March 30, 2009, 03:17:33 pm »

Quote from: OregonStrosFan on March 30, 2009, 03:14:29 pm

I'll be the guy in the Astros jersey.

Didn't someone post a story about a gang killing involving a guy in an Astros' jersey? I'd save it for the game.

Noe · « **Reply #127 on:** March 30, 2009, 03:19:36 pm »

I'm truly interested in buying an Astros jersey that says "Pudge" on the back of the shirt. If it says "Rodriquez" I will be severly dissappointed. I may even go Craig on that shirt just for the shear principle of the matter. I will warn you right now, you may not want to visit The Shed if I return to my seat without a shirt. Just saying.

das · « **Reply #128 on:** March 30, 2009, 03:24:58 pm »

Quote from: BudGirl on March 30, 2009, 02:58:54 pm

everyone will love you if you buy them a beer.

One round of my choice will be on me, I hear Pabst Blue Ribbon is a truly quality beer. Jane Doe drinks for free for doing the legwork, if I have any say.

DVauthrin · « **Reply #129 on:** March 30, 2009, 03:31:30 pm »

So have we established the meeting time for Spanish Flowers?

Limey · « **Reply #130 on:** March 30, 2009, 03:35:10 pm »

Quote from: Ebby Calvin on March 30, 2009, 02:57:07 pm

Any advice for someone who won't know a soul there? Show up drunk? Wear a bowtie? Keep fingers away from Limey's mouth? Wear a money belt?

Yep.

Limey · « **Reply #131 on:** March 30, 2009, 03:36:17 pm »

Quote from: BudGirl on March 30, 2009, 03:14:41 pm

Great make the popes wear the funny hats while the Illuminati just get to look cool.

The Illuminati would make the funny hats cool.

Bench · « **Reply #132 on:** March 30, 2009, 03:48:30 pm »

Quote from: DVauthrin on March 30, 2009, 03:31:30 pm

So have we established the meeting time for Spanish Flowers?

Sounds like it.

BudGirl · « **Reply #133 on:** March 30, 2009, 03:51:01 pm »

Quote from: Limey on March 30, 2009, 03:36:17 pm

The Illuminati would make the funny hats cool.

Sounds like a job for JackAstro.

DVauthrin · « **Reply #134 on:** March 30, 2009, 04:11:29 pm »

Quote from: Bench on March 30, 2009, 03:48:30 pm

Sounds like it.

I've seen 12:30 mentioned, and we also discussed 2 pm last week. So thus the reason for the question.

JimR · « **Reply #135 on:** March 30, 2009, 04:15:21 pm »

Quote from: DVauthrin on March 30, 2009, 04:11:29 pm

I've seen 12:30 mentioned, and we also discussed 2 pm last week. So thus the reason for the question.

right. i'm not sure either.

Bench · « **Reply #136 on:** March 30, 2009, 04:15:54 pm »

Quote from: DVauthrin on March 30, 2009, 04:11:29 pm

I've seen 12:30 mentioned, and we also discussed 2 pm last week. So thus the reason for the question.

And thus the reason for the vague answer. Though I'd bet that you can get there anytime during the afternoon and consider yourself "on time." I probably won't make it until after 3.

BudGirl · « **Reply #137 on:** March 30, 2009, 04:21:59 pm »

I'll make the executive decision for JaneDoe. 1:00 pm. That should give people a half day to work, if they chose. Should not make those traveling here have to leave at 7:00 am. Plus, those that are playing tour guide will have enough time to play tour guide.

Ron Brand · « **Reply #138 on:** March 30, 2009, 04:22:43 pm »

Quote from: Limey on March 30, 2009, 03:36:17 pm

The Illuminati would make the funny hats cool.

I've got a Shriner's fez if you want to test that theory.

JaneDoe · « **Reply #139 on:** March 30, 2009, 04:25:57 pm »

Quote from: BudGirl on March 30, 2009, 04:21:59 pm

I'll make the executive decision for JaneDoe. 1:00 pm. That should give people a half day to work, if they chose. Should not make those traveling here have to leave at 7:00 am. Plus, those that are playing tour guide will have enough time to play tour guide.

Just got off the phone with our rep.

Gates open at 4:00 p.m.

I was gonna say to meet at Spanish Flowers at 1:30, but BG said 1:00 so go with that. I probably can't get there until 1:30, so someone needs to get a table. For how many? Hell if I know. Just say 20. There are several who cannot get off that early to go to Spanish Flowers.

Guinness · « **Reply #140 on:** March 30, 2009, 04:29:14 pm »

I'm not likely to get off on time (steady...) so probably won't make Spanish Flowers, but will probably make the ballpark by 4.

Arky Vaughan · « **Reply #141 on:** March 30, 2009, 05:22:43 pm »

Quote from: BudGirl on March 30, 2009, 03:14:41 pm

Great make the popes wear the funny hats while the Illuminati just get to look cool.

The Illuminati are to show up naked.

Noe · « **Reply #142 on:** March 30, 2009, 05:36:45 pm »

Quote from: Arky Vaughan on March 30, 2009, 05:22:43 pm

The Illuminati are to show up naked.

You forgot to add a question mark at the end of that sentence.

Andyzipp · « **Reply #143 on:** March 30, 2009, 05:37:50 pm »

Thankfully, I'm a pope.

MRaup · « **Reply #144 on:** March 30, 2009, 05:40:48 pm »

Quote from: JaneDoe on March 30, 2009, 04:25:57 pm

Just got off the phone with our rep.

Gates open at 4:00 p.m.

I was gonna say to meet at Spanish Flowers at 1:30, but BG said 1:00 so go with that. I probably can't get there until 1:30, so someone needs to get a table. For how many? Hell if I know. Just say 20. There are several who cannot get off that early to go to Spanish Flowers.

Vivaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Viagra!

Arky Vaughan · « **Reply #145 on:** March 30, 2009, 05:53:44 pm »

Quote from: MRaup on March 30, 2009, 05:40:48 pm

Vivaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Viagra!

Viagra and naked illuminati in the same thread is the irresistible force meeting the immovable object.

Noe · « **Reply #146 on:** March 30, 2009, 06:03:42 pm »

Quote from: Arky Vaughan on March 30, 2009, 05:53:44 pm

Viagra and naked illuminati in the same thread is the irresistible force meeting the immovable object.

Is that like the buttered toast strapped on the back of cat? Ewww...

Arky Vaughan · « **Reply #147 on:** March 30, 2009, 07:34:26 pm »

Quote from: Noe in Austin on March 30, 2009, 06:03:42 pm

Is that like the buttered toast strapped on the back of cat? Ewww...

"Margaret Thatcher naked on a cold day! Margaret Thatcher naked on a cold day!"

Outlawscotty · « **Reply #148 on:** March 30, 2009, 07:46:46 pm »

Going way out on a twig here, but anyone in SA or surrounding want to meet somewhere for the game?

drew corleone · « **Reply #149 on:** April 02, 2009, 12:10:20 am »

Is the last ticket available? I'll take it, if so.

Mr. Happy · « **Reply #150 on:** April 02, 2009, 07:48:23 am »

I have bad news on my front. Due to an emergency, I will not be able to be in Houston for opening day. It popped up last night, and I have to travel somewhere else dab nabbit. However, my loss can be someone else's gain. I really want to see another TZer attend the game and use my two tickets. You will be my guest (that's right-no charge for the tickets), and I will pay to overnight the tickets to you! However, as far as the rest of the trip, you're on your own. But you are encouraged to buy Coach and JaneDoe a round or two as I was planning to do. It's first claim first serve. I am so disappointed. I'll be there in spirit. See you sooner than you'd like.

Ron Brand · « **Reply #151 on:** April 02, 2009, 07:50:41 am »

Bummer, Mr. Happy. Hope everything works out ok.

Astroholic · « **Reply #152 on:** April 02, 2009, 08:35:08 am »

Quote from: Mr. Happy on April 02, 2009, 07:48:23 am

I have bad news on my front. Due to an emergency, I will not be able to be in Houston for opening day. It popped up last night, and I have to travel somewhere else dab nabbit. However, my loss can be someone else's gain. I really want to see another TZer attend the game and use my two tickets. You will be my guest (that's right-no charge for the tickets), and I will pay to overnight the tickets to you! However, as far as the rest of the trip, you're on your own. But you are encouraged to buy Coach and JaneDoe a round or two as I was planning to do. It's first claim first serve. I am so disappointed. I'll be there in spirit. See you sooner than you'd like.

It just so happens that I am looking for two tickets, if you still have them. Better yet, I will pay for them.

Mr. Happy · « **Reply #153 on:** April 02, 2009, 09:27:41 am »

Quote from: Astroholic on April 02, 2009, 08:35:08 am

It just so happens that I am looking for two tickets, if you still have them. Better yet, I will pay for them.

I do, and they're yours. PM me for shipping details.

Astroholic · « **Reply #154 on:** April 02, 2009, 09:58:37 am »

Quote from: Mr. Happy on April 02, 2009, 09:27:41 am

I do, and they're yours. PM me for shipping details.

Sent.

Also, Jane Doe please see the PM I sent you.

Noe · « **Reply #155 on:** April 02, 2009, 10:00:58 am »

Quote from: Astroholic on April 02, 2009, 09:58:37 am

Sent.

Also, Jane Doe please see the PM I sent you.

The two duckets you'll get from Mr. Happy is actually just one OD ducket. But JaneDoe has a another OD ducket you can probably swap. So that is probably what you're dealing with in order to get two OD tickets and then she will have two extra tickets for the July game she can sell later for the second get together.

Mr. Happy · « **Reply #156 on:** April 02, 2009, 10:02:17 am »

Quote from: Noe in Austin on April 02, 2009, 10:00:58 am

The two duckets you'll get from Mr. Happy is actually just one OD ducket. But JaneDoe has a another OD ducket you can probably swap. So that is probably what you're dealing with in order to get two OD tickets and then she will have two extra tickets for the July game she can sell later for the second get together.

Nope. I've got two in my hand.

Astroholic · « **Reply #157 on:** April 02, 2009, 10:03:24 am »

Quote from: Mr. Happy on April 02, 2009, 10:02:17 am

Nope. I've got two in my hand.

Cool. I also sent JaneDoe a PM, as I could use a third OD ticket.

BudGirl · « **Reply #158 on:** April 02, 2009, 10:05:05 am »

Quote from: Mr. Happy on April 02, 2009, 10:02:17 am

Nope. I've got two in my hand.

JaneDoe did have an extra one, but drew corleone claimed it.

Astroholic · « **Reply #159 on:** April 02, 2009, 10:05:52 am »

Quote from: BudGirl on April 02, 2009, 10:05:05 am

JaneDoe did have an extra one, but drew corleone claimed it.

Okay. Two is good for me, three would be a bonus.

BudGirl · « **Reply #160 on:** April 02, 2009, 10:06:18 am »

Maybe you and drew can wrestle for it?

Taras Bulba · « **Reply #161 on:** April 02, 2009, 11:36:18 am »

Quote from: BudGirl on April 02, 2009, 10:06:18 am

Maybe you and drew can wrestle for it?

Does Spanish Flowers have an octagon?

BudGirl · « **Reply #162 on:** April 02, 2009, 11:39:04 am »

I was thinking they could wrestle in queso. But anything would be cool.

JaneDoe · « **Reply #163 on:** April 02, 2009, 11:42:59 am »

Quote from: Astroholic on April 02, 2009, 09:58:37 am

Sent.

Also, Jane Doe please see the PM I sent you.

Saw and replied.

UpTooLate · « **Reply #164 on:** April 02, 2009, 11:45:36 am »

Quote from: Mr. Happy on April 02, 2009, 07:48:23 am

But you are encouraged to buy Coach and JaneDoe a round or two as I was planning to do.

What?!? I didn't make the "buy a round" list. Not like I hold grudges or anything of the sort. Just ask my sisters.

Seriously Happy, sorry that you won't be in attendance, as I was looking forward to meeting you. I hope that your emergency is minor and that you bounce back to make the next event.

Mr. Happy · « **Reply #165 on:** April 02, 2009, 11:48:55 am »

Quote from: UpTooLate on April 02, 2009, 11:45:36 am

What?!? I didn't make the "buy a round" list. Not like I hold grudges or anything of the sort. Just ask my sisters.

Seriously Happy, sorry that you won't be in attendance, as I was looking forward to meeting you. I hope that your emergency is minor and that you bounce back to make the next event.

LMAO. Of course, you'd have been included. Since I don't drink any more, I have more money to buy drinks for others.

Mr. Happy · « **Reply #166 on:** April 02, 2009, 11:52:28 am »

Thanks for the encouraging words. The emergency actually could work out to be a really good thing. We'll have to wait and see. I just have to be there for it.

UpTooLate · « **Reply #167 on:** April 02, 2009, 11:54:04 am »

Quote from: Mr. Happy on April 02, 2009, 11:48:55 am

LMAO. Of course, you'd have been included. Since I don't drink any more, I have more money to buy drinks for others.

That's the spirit. IIRC you should have tickets for the mid season game. Start putting your change in the jar.

Limey · « **Reply #168 on:** April 02, 2009, 12:09:14 pm »

Quote from: Mr. Happy on April 02, 2009, 11:48:55 am

LMAO. Of course, you'd have been included. Since I don't drink any more, I have more money to buy drinks for others.

I drink to stimulate the economy. I am supporting the bartenders and cab drivers of Houston.

Mr. Happy · « **Reply #169 on:** April 02, 2009, 12:12:50 pm »

Quote from: Limey on April 02, 2009, 12:09:14 pm

I drink to stimulate the economy. I am supporting the bartenders and cab drivers of Houston.

That's the spirit. I used to scream "I'm an economic threat" after shooting some godforsaken combination shot, and probably buying the bar a round of them too.

UpTooLate · « **Reply #170 on:** April 02, 2009, 12:35:36 pm »

Quote from: Limey on April 02, 2009, 12:09:14 pm

I drink to stimulate the economy. I am supporting the bartenders and cab drivers of Houston.

Good for you! We all have to do our part.

At one of my customers, I park near the queue of cabs waiting for a fare. In their down time, the drivers pull out their prayer carpets and face Mecca. Next time I'm there, I'll make a point of making sure they are putting in a good word for Limey. Perhaps they are already doing so. "Praise be to Allah, and may that drunken Englishman be hitting the bars tonight.".

chuck · « **Reply #171 on:** April 02, 2009, 12:42:19 pm »

Marc Faber recommends supporting the local economy by investing in the only two things that are still reliably locally made, beer and prostitutes.

JimR · « **Reply #172 on:** April 02, 2009, 03:17:19 pm »

Quote from: Mr. Happy on April 02, 2009, 11:52:28 am

Thanks for the encouraging words. The emergency actually could work out to be a really good thing. We'll have to wait and see. I just have to be there for it.

sorry to miss the chance to meet you, Paul.

Mr. Happy · « **Reply #173 on:** April 02, 2009, 03:58:43 pm »

Quote from: JimR on April 02, 2009, 03:17:19 pm

sorry to miss the chance to meet you, Paul.

I'll definitely be there in June. Hope you are. I owe you a few rounds for straightening my ass out more than a few times over the last dozen years.

DVauthrin · « **Reply #174 on:** April 02, 2009, 09:19:21 pm »

Quote from: JimR on April 02, 2009, 03:17:19 pm

sorry to miss the chance to meet you, Paul.

agreed. your baseball stories are always entertaining Mr. Happy.

Ron Brand · « **Reply #175 on:** April 03, 2009, 10:30:42 am »

So, will there be name tags? Someone at the door to announce us?

"Lord and Lady Doooooooouchbag. Pudggggggge Facker."

And how do we introduce ourselves? With our stage names? Or do all the people who really count already know each other, and the joke will be on dorky ol' me as I stumble in and fail miserably at even attempting to fit in?

JaneDoe · « **Reply #176 on:** April 03, 2009, 10:35:21 am »

Mr. Drew Corleone, sir, please check your PMs.

Thank you.

Ty in Tampa · « **Reply #177 on:** April 03, 2009, 10:35:38 am »

I'll be the one with the clown nose.

JaneDoe · « **Reply #178 on:** April 03, 2009, 10:36:17 am »

Quote from: Ron Brand on April 03, 2009, 10:30:42 am

So, will there be name tags? Someone at the door to announce us?

"Lord and Lady Doooooooouchbag. Pudggggggge Facker."

And how do we introduce ourselves? With our stage names? Or do all the people who really count already know each other, and the joke will be on dorky ol' me as I stumble in and fail miserably at even attempting to fit in?

Just walk in with your antennae up, we'll know who you are.

Ebby Calvin · « **Reply #179 on:** April 03, 2009, 10:37:46 am »

Quote from: JaneDoe on April 03, 2009, 10:36:17 am

Just walk in with your antennae up, we'll know who you are.

Great. Now I have to bring my horse.

JaneDoe · « **Reply #180 on:** April 03, 2009, 10:41:22 am »

Quote from: Ebby Calvin on April 03, 2009, 10:37:46 am

Great. Now I have to bring my horse.

Oh, I thought that was you.

drew corleone · « **Reply #181 on:** April 03, 2009, 10:43:10 am »

Quote from: JaneDoe on April 03, 2009, 10:35:21 am

Mr. Drew Corleone, sir, please check your PMs.

Thank you.

Jane. I just responded. The phone number you sent was missing a digit.

BudGirl · « **Reply #182 on:** April 03, 2009, 10:43:33 am »

Quote from: Ron Brand on April 03, 2009, 10:30:42 am

So, will there be name tags? Someone at the door to announce us?

"Lord and Lady Doooooooouchbag. Pudggggggge Facker."

And how do we introduce ourselves? With our stage names? Or do all the people who really count already know each other, and the joke will be on dorky ol' me as I stumble in and fail miserably at even attempting to fit in?

The cool people all know each other already.

Ron Brand · « **Reply #183 on:** April 03, 2009, 10:46:05 am »

Quote from: BudGirl on April 03, 2009, 10:43:33 am

The cool people all know each other already.

That's what I thought. I'm sending someone else in my place.

Bench · « **Reply #184 on:** April 03, 2009, 10:46:24 am »

Quote from: drew corleone on April 03, 2009, 10:43:10 am

Jane. I just responded. The phone number you sent was missing a digit.

Dial 9 to get out.

JimR · « **Reply #185 on:** April 03, 2009, 10:46:54 am »

Quote from: BudGirl on April 03, 2009, 10:43:33 am

The cool people all know each other already.

which means i need a BIG nametag.

BudGirl · « **Reply #186 on:** April 03, 2009, 10:47:37 am »

Quote from: JimR on April 03, 2009, 10:46:54 am

which means i need a BIG nametag.

JackAstro has made sure everyone knows you.

And you know I think you are cool. Ice Age cool.

Ty in Tampa · « **Reply #187 on:** April 03, 2009, 10:52:57 am »

Quote from: drew corleone on April 03, 2009, 10:43:10 am

Jane. I just responded. The phone number you sent was missing a digit.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=khTX19nyYjU&feature=related

Bench · « **Reply #188 on:** April 03, 2009, 10:56:08 am »

Quote from: Ty in Tampa on April 03, 2009, 10:52:57 am

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=khTX19nyYjU&feature=related

Wow. That was insane.

drew corleone · « **Reply #189 on:** April 03, 2009, 11:00:28 am »

So is there a caravan heading out from Austin on Monday?

Ty in Tampa · « **Reply #190 on:** April 03, 2009, 11:03:45 am »

Quote from: Bench on April 03, 2009, 10:56:08 am

Wow. That was insane.

The whole film is insane. Dated but insane.

JimR · « **Reply #191 on:** April 03, 2009, 11:05:32 am »

Quote from: drew corleone on April 03, 2009, 11:00:28 am

So is there a caravan heading out from Austin on Monday?

the Raups and Taras hope to be on the road by 10.

Ron Brand · « **Reply #192 on:** April 03, 2009, 11:09:11 am »

Quote from: drew corleone on April 03, 2009, 11:00:28 am

So is there a caravan heading out from Austin on Monday?

I'll be leaving sometime between 10:30 and 11:15. Why they'd schedule a meeting on the Monday after Easter is beyond me.

JimR · « **Reply #193 on:** April 03, 2009, 11:11:43 am »

Quote from: Ron Brand on April 03, 2009, 11:09:11 am

I'll be leaving sometime between 10:30 and 11:15. Why they'd schedule a meeting on the Monday after Easter is beyond me.

call in sick. Easter is the 12th, though.

BudGirl · « **Reply #194 on:** April 03, 2009, 11:12:00 am »

Quote from: Ron Brand on April 03, 2009, 11:09:11 am

I'll be leaving sometime between 10:30 and 11:15. Why they'd schedule a meeting on the Monday after Easter is beyond me.

I thought Easter was on the 12th, what does that have to do with Opening Day?

Ron Brand · « **Reply #195 on:** April 03, 2009, 11:13:19 am »

I AM an idiot, you know.

Ron Brand · « **Reply #196 on:** April 03, 2009, 11:14:43 am »

Quote from: JimR on April 03, 2009, 11:11:43 am

call in sick.

I actually took Monday and Tuesday off, but I'm working a meeting that starts at 10 on Monday and one that starts at 1 on Tuesday out of the goodness left in my microscopic stony little heart.

MRaup · « **Reply #197 on:** April 03, 2009, 11:20:17 am »

Quote from: Ron Brand on April 03, 2009, 11:14:43 am

I actually took Monday and Tuesday off, but I'm working a meeting that starts at 10 on Monday and one that starts at 1 on Tuesday out of the goodness left in my microscopic stony little heart.

You are what the French call, "le sucker".

drew corleone · « **Reply #198 on:** April 03, 2009, 11:28:57 am »

I was planning to take a half-day, but I'm leaning toward just ditching work altogether.

BudGirl · « **Reply #199 on:** April 03, 2009, 11:31:39 am »

Quote from: drew corleone on April 03, 2009, 11:28:57 am

I was planning to take a half-day, but I'm leaning toward just ditching work altogether.

I'm taking the whole day off and I live in Houston.

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