Let's Get Aquainted Florida!

[JustJo]

Originally Posted by Mrs. Strutt

Ms. Jo - I know your move date is up in the air, but do you have a date you are shooting for (other than a month ago, lol)? We definitely need to have a "welcome Jo and Abigail Crabby to Florida" party when you are both here!

Good morning Mrs. Strutt Enjoy your mini-vacation...always good to get a few days break to enjoy!

You aren't kidding on the "month ago"....actually I was shooting for late spring...then June....then July 1...ugh. It's a nightmare.

Basically we're on hold until we hear from the bank about our offer....then it's a few weeks until we can close on the house and I can move. I would even toss stuff in storage and go early, but it's what to do about the critters

I'm just hoping they hurry the heck up...I am more than ready to get moved and settled...and I LOVE the idea of a party....

As soon as we hear a peep...we'll let you know.

[Bella~Vita]

Gm 'everyone'

The sun was out ... now its dreary again ... oh well ... could be worse, it could be snow

There's alot people moving here in Fl. and to Fl. to all of you.

[Stearns]

Originally Posted by scootebaby

if i bring a video camera will you guys sign a waiver and release so if i get any good footage i can sell it to "americas funniest video" or "it only hurts when i laugh"or most daring-people who capture their dinner"?????? ill make sure to give credit where credit is do--scouts honor!

Let's hope it stays with the AFV funny theme, rather than ogrish.com

[Stearns]

Originally Posted by Mrs. Strutt

Amazing how so much can be read into a simple "we can't make it." Will someone kindly point out where in my post it said there was a problem or anyone wasn't welcome?

For your information, people, it had nothing to do with weatherboi's post...that was a simple miscommunication.

And further for your information...may I remind you all that my father just had a triple bypass not two weeks ago? So why did was a bunch of freaking drama and assumptions automatically drummed up because we simply said we were not attending? Why didn't anyone wonder if something came up with my dad's convalescence and maybe my parents need me instead?

This is exactly the kind of bullshit that caused me to stop posting on the dash site.

Mrs. Strutt,

Your announcement was sudden and no explanation was offered. Under such circumstances, of course people are going to wonder and look for a cause-and-effect in the realm in which it occurred. That is human nature. You had quite a few people planning on coming from out of town for the get-together. Did you not feel that any explanation at all was due? Even a simple, "it's a family/personal issue", would have sufficed and all this could have been avoided.

You say that people shouldn't conjecture, but yet you scold others for not considering it may have to do with a surgery your dad had 2 weeks ago. Would that not also be making an assumption? Regardless, I hope your father's convalescence goes well. My father had the same procedure a few years ago and did very well. I hope yours does, too.

[Zimmeh]

Good Afternoon Tranzman,

If they are into nature, there is a nature preserve in Bradenton, just south on I-275 called Emerson Point...You can see Tampa Bay and the Sunshine Bridge from the shore. There is also Amelia Island in Bradenton, it is on Route 64 or State Road 64, it has been a few years since I have been to Bradenton. You also have all of the horse farms in Ocala, FL and International Drive in Orlando that is within driving distance.

Hope this helps and have a good day,

Zimmy

Originally Posted by Tranzman

Good morning fellow Floridians

It's looking as though the rain has finally left the area and the sun is shining brightly once again. Now perhaps I can take my sister and nephew out to explore this beautiful coast of ours.

I'm up for any get-togethers that crop up, I am newly single and new to the area as well so I am a tad bit bored out of my mind. Also if anyone is into moving parties, I will be moving into my house at the end of this month. j/k

Jesse

[Jesse]

Zimmy,

The nature preserve sounds like it would be fun, thanks! I am taking them to Tarpon Springs on Saturday.

Any other ideas are appreciated as well.

Jesse

Originally Posted by ZimmygLrL

Good Afternoon Tranzman,

If they are into nature, there is a nature preserve in Bradenton, just south on I-275 called Emerson Point...You can see Tampa Bay and the Sunshine Bridge from the shore. There is also Amelia Island in Bradenton, it is on Route 64 or State Road 64, it has been a few years since I have been to Bradenton. You also have all of the horse farms in Ocala, FL and International Drive in Orlando that is within driving distance.

Hope this helps and have a good day,

Zimmy

[Mrs. Strutt]

Originally Posted by Stearns

Mrs. Strutt,

Your announcement was sudden and no explanation was offered. Under such circumstances, of course people are going to wonder and look for a cause-and-effect in the realm in which it occurred. That is human nature. You had quite a few people planning on coming from out of town for the get-together. Did you not feel that any explanation at all was due? Even a simple, "it's a family/personal issue", would have sufficed and all this could have been avoided.

You say that people shouldn't conjecture, but yet you scold others for not considering it may have to do with a surgery your dad had 2 weeks ago. Would that not also be making an assumption? Regardless, I hope your father's convalescence goes well. My father had the same procedure a few years ago and did very well. I hope yours does, too.

Stearns,

So, the issue was my fault because I didn't "explain" why I and my family had to decline? I find that interesting. I was under the impression the issue was caused because others took it upon themselves to throw all kinds of conjecture on a simple "I'm sorry, I can't make it."

No, I didn't find it necessary to "explain" why the Strutts were not able to attend. The last thing I expected was a bunch of panties and britches in a bunch, so the apparent necessity of an public explanation didn't occur to me when I posted.

I appreciate your well wishes for my father.

[MysticOceansFL]

Originally Posted by Mrs. Strutt

Stearns,

So, the issue was my fault because I didn't "explain" why I and my family had to decline? I find that interesting. I was under the impression the issue was caused because others took it upon themselves to throw all kinds of conjecture on a simple "I'm sorry, I can't make it."

No, I didn't find it necessary to "explain" why the Strutts were not able to attend. The last thing I expected was a bunch of panties and britches in a bunch, so the apparent necessity of an public explanation didn't occur to me when I posted.

I appreciate your well wishes for my father.

Dear The Strutt Family,

I hope that your father recovers soon and second I didn't see where you had to explain why you couldn't make me. I thought maybe you had family personal things to take care of!!!!

[scootebaby]

[COLOR="Black"]soooooooooooo i am on the gulf coast for 3 days...chaffeuring 2 teenagers around....movies one day...snorkeling at caspersen beach for shark teeth(yay for me) other than that who knows....anyone got any ideas for this side of florida???

and thanks again to my babygirl for getting me a free night to come over early to rest...i love you


also Mrs Strutt i figured you heard about my problem,and was afraid id make a scene hence the reason you cancelled but i wasnt offended--sometimes i cancel on myself bc of it COLOR]

[Jesse]

Originally Posted by Stearns

Mrs. Strutt,

Your announcement was sudden and no explanation was offered. Under such circumstances, of course people are going to wonder and look for a cause-and-effect in the realm in which it occurred. That is human nature. You had quite a few people planning on coming from out of town for the get-together. Did you not feel that any explanation at all was due? Even a simple, "it's a family/personal issue", would have sufficed and all this could have been avoided.

You say that people shouldn't conjecture, but yet you scold others for not considering it may have to do with a surgery your dad had 2 weeks ago. Would that not also be making an assumption? Regardless, I hope your father's convalescence goes well. My father had the same procedure a few years ago and did very well. I hope yours does, too.

Stearns,

The thread is back on topic as it should be. It would be nice if you would not keep stirring it back up. This is purely a social thread, not a debate thread and we aim to keep it that way.

[JustJo]

Originally Posted by scootebaby

soooooooooooo i am on the gulf coast for 3 days...chaffeuring 2 teenagers around....movies one day...snorkeling at caspersen beach for shark teeth(yay for me) other than that who knows....anyone got any ideas for this side of florida???

and thanks again to my babygirl for getting me a free night to come over early to rest...i love you

You're welcome baby ...just don't let those teenagers run you ragged. I love you honey. Have fun!

[Stearns]

Originally Posted by Tranzman

Stearns,

The thread is back on topic as it should be. It would be nice if you would not keep stirring it back up. This is purely a social thread, not a debate thread and we aim to keep it that way.

Then why would you post this "off-topic" remark?

[Mrs. Strutt]

Originally Posted by scootebaby

[COLOR="Black"]also Mrs Strutt i figured you heard about my problem,and was afraid id make a scene hence the reason you cancelled but i wasnt offended--sometimes i cancel on myself bc of it COLOR]

Dude, when you have spent as much time with durrrrrrrr as I have, dealing with is a part of life

[Stearns]

Originally Posted by Mrs. Strutt

Stearns,

So, the issue was my fault because I didn't "explain" why I and my family had to decline? I find that interesting. I was under the impression the issue was caused because others took it upon themselves to throw all kinds of conjecture on a simple "I'm sorry, I can't make it."

No, I didn't find it necessary to "explain" why the Strutts were not able to attend. The last thing I expected was a bunch of panties and britches in a bunch, so the apparent necessity of an public explanation didn't occur to me when I posted.

I appreciate your well wishes for my father.

Attempts at good communication are a two-way street. It is not just the reader's responsibility, but the sender's, too. I am done, if you are.

[Jesse]

Originally Posted by Stearns

Then why would you post this "off-topic" remark?

I posted that to say exactly what I said, "The thread is back on topic as it should be. It would be nice if you would not keep stirring it back up." No one here is bothering you so why keep coming in here stirring crap up?

[Mrs. Strutt]

Two days down, one to go to vacation

Nah, I'm not excited

[scootebaby]

Originally Posted by Mrs. Strutt

Dude, when you have spent as much time with durrrrrrrr as I have, dealing with is a part of life

in that case Mrs S. we should have no issues...and me and durrrrrrrrrrrrr(is that enuff Rs??) should be good friends...unless of course we get into a match *wonders if durrrrrrrrrrrrr is competitive*

and honey the kids are already starting...lol...but i think once i get karla snorkeling(she never has and btw i am letting her use the new ones we bought in miami) i think it will ALL be fine



ooooooooh i need a finger pull quick!!!!!!!!!

[Bella~Vita]

Originally Posted by Mrs. Strutt

Two days down, one to go to vacation

Nah, I'm not excited

Somehow I don't believe you 'sissy' ...

[Mrs. Strutt]

If you all have a moment, I'd appreciate it if you would check out this post and consider signing these petitions. I can't believe either Disney or Discovery would even entertain the idea of aligning themselves with someone like Sarah Palin.

[JustJo]

Originally Posted by scootebaby

in that case Mrs S. we should have no issues...and me and durrrrrrrrrrrrr(is that enuff Rs??) should be good friends...unless of course we get into a match *wonders if durrrrrrrrrrrrr is competitive*

and honey the kids are already starting...lol...but i think once i get karla snorkeling(she never has and btw i am letting her use the new ones we bought in miami) i think it will ALL be fine



ooooooooh i need a finger pull quick!!!!!!!!!

So what you're saying is that any get-together should be in an outdoor location?