BFP CDX : Anyone interested?

[Medusa]

We can do a couple of things with addresses:

In the last swap that Waldo did, Waldo had everyone send the address to her and then she sent out the swap groups and addresses. We can remove the screen names if people want and just use initials on the packages if people want but there will be times that people like me who live in Arkansas will still be easily identified.

Now, the other option is that ALL of you can mail your CDs to the PO Box for ButchFemmePlanet and *I* will repackage all of the CDs and mail them all back out to each of you. That would mean that nobody would have anyone's address. It would be cheaper for everyone because all of you would only have to mail one set of CDs instead of 3 or 4 different mailings.

Im totally willing to do that if folks would feel more comfortable.

I think that for this swap, we wont require a theme but I always like to do one myself and if folks want to do that, they are certainly welcome.

[suebee]

Medusa, if you don't mind doing the work, sending them all to one address seems like the simplest idea. But I'll go along with whatever everyone decides.

Looking forward to the exchange. I'll be on vacation next week, but will most certainly get right to the task of compiling a play list when I get back.

Sue

[Spirit Dancer]

Medusa
I'm all for sending them to you

[Canela]

This is going to be fun! I can't wait! Hurry!

[Selenay]

One more question...

Do people who flake out and don't send CDs but get them from everyone else without an explanation get publicly moderated and/or spanked?


Just kidding.

Not really.

[Medusa]

Originally Posted by Selenay

One more question...

Do people who flake out and don't send CDs but get them from everyone else without an explanation get publicly moderated and/or spanked?


Just kidding.

Not really.

If you'd like we can send some hungry dogs to chew their toes off one by one

[Selenay]

Originally Posted by Medusa

If you'd like we can send some hungry dogs to chew their toes off one by one

*clicks the "thanks" button*

[Apocalipstic]

Originally Posted by Selenay

One more question...

Do people who flake out and don't send CDs but get them from everyone else without an explanation get publicly moderated and/or spanked?


Just kidding.

Not really.

I hate it when people come on time after time whining that they have received nothing and casting aspersions...yes, my CD's have been on time in the past, but life happens and I would love to see people being happy with the giving, rather than renting about a CD being late!

Choosing the songs, meeting new friends...that kind of thing. I always feel more connected to the people I do get CD's from

Make the joy about the giving, not the receiving.

S, I am merely using your post as a jumping off point, I know you were just playing! Grin!

[Apocalipstic]

Oh and what is the due date? I am a deadline type person.

[Selenay]

Originally Posted by apocalipstic

I hate it when people come on time after time whining that they have received nothing and casting aspersions...yes, my CD's have been on time in the past, but life happens and I would love to see people being happy with the giving, rather than renting about a CD being late!

Choosing the songs, meeting new friends...that kind of thing. I always feel more connected to the people I do get CD's from

Make the joy about the giving, not the receiving.

S, I am merely using your post as a jumping off point, I know you were just playing! Grin!

Yes, but it's also unfair to the participants who put their own lives on hold to do this really beautiful thing for others when people flake out and are lame about it.

If you just bail without offering any kind of explanation (sorry guys, I'm going to be late, my pet/child/partner/parent got sick/moved/ate my homework) then I think it's completely appropriate to call them out. It's one thing if life gets in the way--we allll have that happen, but to let it get in the way without any kind of "I'm still here, I'm still invested" is not okay with me.

Selfishness is one of my hot button things, though, and I fully expect that everyone will make and send beautiful mixes of bitchin music

[Diva]

Originally Posted by Medusa

We can do a couple of things with addresses:

In the last swap that Waldo did, Waldo had everyone send the address to her and then she sent out the swap groups and addresses. We can remove the screen names if people want and just use initials on the packages if people want but there will be times that people like me who live in Arkansas will still be easily identified.

Now, the other option is that ALL of you can mail your CDs to the PO Box for ButchFemmePlanet and *I* will repackage all of the CDs and mail them all back out to each of you. That would mean that nobody would have anyone's address. It would be cheaper for everyone because all of you would only have to mail one set of CDs instead of 3 or 4 different mailings.

Im totally willing to do that if folks would feel more comfortable.

I think that for this swap, we wont require a theme but I always like to do one myself and if folks want to do that, they are certainly welcome.

What? You're gonna do this in Your spare time?

And nothing was said about sending money to whoever is gonna wrangle this thing. My suggestion ~ to keep costs down ~ would be to send the CD in a cardboard or lightweight plastic sleeve to make the package lighter in weight. And my other suggestion, since there are so many of us would be to send $8 each to help with postage....and if You can swing $10, even better.

So....now my questions are:

1. Medusa, are You sure You wanna do this?
2. When's the deadline?


I can't wait!

[Selenay]

Originally Posted by Diva

What? You're gonna do this in Your spare time?

And nothing was said about sending money to whoever is gonna wrangle this thing. My suggestion ~ to keep costs down ~ would be to send the CD in a cardboard or lightweight plastic sleeve to make the package lighter in weight. And my other suggestion, since there are so many of us would be to send $8 each to help with postage....and if You can swing $10, even better.

So....now my questions are:

1. Medusa, are You sure You wanna do this?
2. When's the deadline?


I can't wait!

Orrrrrrr another option for what can be done is that each CD is put in a pre-stamped/paid for envelope that is ready to go and sealed, before it's put in the box sent to Medusa?

And, that way people who like to add in extras (I was thinking specifically glitter or whatever) with their music don't have to worry about it falling out during repackaging? And then all Medusa would then have to do is stick an address on it.

They also have paper sleeves! They're recyclable, y'all!

[Diva]

That's a great idea, Seley! I didn't know there were paper sleeves! Even better!

[Selenay]

Originally Posted by Diva

That's a great idea, Seley! I didn't know there were paper sleeves! Even better!

There ARE!

And they're [ame="http://www.amazon.com/100-Paper-Sleeves-Window-Flap/dp/B0019X20R8"] super cheap[/ame].

[Diva]

Originally Posted by Selenay

There ARE!

And they're super cheap.

Thanks!
Ordered!

[Medusa]

Ok Folks - Swap Groups are done! All of the groups have 5 members, except for Groups 1 and 4. This means everyone will need to make 4 CDs to be mailed out to group members. If you are in Group 1 or 4, please make 5 CDs to mail out to members.

Swap groups are as follows:

Group 1:
Pinkielee
SpiritDancer
WaxnRope
CyberSuebee
Selenay
apretty

Group 2:
Leatherfaery
Daywalker
Diva
Dixielady
LittleShug

Group 3:
Apocalipstic
UofMFan
Lillie
The_Lady_Snow
Mitmo01


Group 4:
Sassyleo
EzeeTiger
Freckle_K
Medusa
Scorp
tonaderspeisung


Please let me know if there are any questions. All CDs can be mailed to the address for the site which can be found in my profile under "About Me"
( I put it there to avoid millions of PMs and also the bots can't search my profile)


Make your CDs fun! Remember you do not have to do a fancy cover but people very much appreciate a song list, not just a blank CD with no explanation.

Please have your CDs (enough for everyone in your group) mailed to me no later than August 2. That gives us about 3 weeks to get our mixes made and mailed out! If for some reason you cannot complete this challenge, please let us know. There is nothing worse than waiting for a CD that never comes!