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changed username to Frozen in FL rich-c: test - undefined, you can type and be seen rich-c: aha - that Roberto or Judy - or both? Frozen in FL: hello Frozen in FL: neither rich-c: neitehr? then who os freezing in the Sunshine State? Frozen in FL: Me :-P rich-c: Meeka? Frozen in FL: Doug and I are here visiting my parents before we join mom and dad next week for the next cruise rich-c: right - took a minute for the penny to drop Frozen in FL: np rich-c: of course I was expecting to ehar from them, but they're on the boat
Daniel B moved to room Meeting Place Frozen in FL: they said they might drop in, but who knows rich-c: so it's cold in Florida? how cold is that? rich-c: welcome back, Daniel Daniel B: I guess it's about as cold as sept-iles here. Frozen in FL: hant been above 65 durring the day and has been in 30's at night rich-c: that is substantially warmer than Sept-Iles! Daniel B: yes rich, but not based on today's weather rich-c: long as the orange groves are not getting frozen Frozen in FL: there have been frost/freeze advisories the last several nights rich-c: why, you got a warm front in Quebec, Daniel? Frozen in FL: the strawberriy farmers been really stressing about it rich-c: yes, the strawberries are a shy and tender fruit (fraises comme a l'Ile d'Orleans, Daniel) rich-c: Dsniel won't be seeing any until early July Frozen in FL: they picked the ones they could, but they worried about the flower buds freezing for the next picking rich-c: yes, a shame now they are getting some varieties that ac tually have a strawberry taste Daniel B: I've checked twice... tonight it's 1C at Sept-Iles Daniel B: which is very very close to 30F Daniel B: in fact it's over 30F rich-c: wow, that is pretty close to Florida's low tonight
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changed username to Guy B Frozen in FL: hi guy Guy B: Greetings!!1 Daniel B: hello Guy rich-c: hello Guy, Meeka says it's cold in Florida - do you sympathize? Daniel B: See, Sept-Iles weather... here : http://www.meteomedia.com/weather/caqc0484 Guy B: Anyway, we have a Winter Storm Warning up here. We are expecting anywhere between 4 to 8 inches of snow Frozen in FL: yuck Frozen in FL: at least we dont have the snow even if it is colder than normal rich-c: four inches barely brings out the ploughs - eight is a bit more srious Frozen in FL: we ordered warm weather for when we were here, but somebody screwed up Guy B: This is our second major snowstorm rich-c: I know, my brother in Orlando will be complaining mightily rich-c: I will email him to turn up the thermostat Guy B: Then another cold snap rich-c: it wasn't bad here today, no snow, sun showed up once or twice, wind died down Guy B: brb rich-c: on the sheltered part of teh back where it faces the sun, we even had a little melting Frozen in FL: the sun was out here all day rich-c: well, we are moving into the coldest weeks of the year, now to the end of the month Daniel B: next week, starting this weekend, it will be very cold again here. They predict a week around -25C with snow and storm... and then, they can't know. Frozen in FL: brb, gonna go grab a drink rich-c: I haven't checked the weather office for our area last day or two - usually leave that to Frances, anyway Daniel B: Things are going in place for the Adamcon... but nothing fixed yet. I'll need the advice of those who have to deal with previous Adamcon meetings. rich-c: well, Pamela isn't on yet, but she will likely be here in half an hour rich-c: and Bob and Judy should be here later - they planned to rich-c: you should rely on them most, they have done it most recently Frozen in FL: back Daniel B: and you GuyB? do you have any tips for me? I want to negociate the price for the meeting room because I think you guys did a pretty good job to get it for free sometimes and it looks like I may have to suggest something similar if we want a good price. So, is there a trick or a way to negociate? rich-c: hope the drink isn't too stiff - don't need Michigan-level antifreeze there! Frozen in FL: we got it free with a min of 10 rooms before in GR Frozen in FL: dad would be the negociator to ask Daniel B: And Dale told me he got it free for 15 rooms, ended with 12 rooms only but got it free anyway. rich-c: bargaining is a skill Pamela has in spades and Bob is very good at too, the rest of us less so rich-c: I think in your group Guy Foster is likely the best at it Frozen in FL: a lot of it depends on the hotel and/or the person you are dealing with Daniel B: Did you keep the formulars from the previous years? this way I can compare price and various other things. rich-c: and timing - since they will be emptying out after the Grand Prix and little in sight to St. Jean Baptiste Day they might like a chance to fill the slack Frozen in FL: dad has all the numbers for last year Daniel B: I'll wait then... They may appears later tonight. rich-c: and Pamela almost certainly has her numbers - you know she is on Facebook? Daniel B: She's not connected at the moment on Facebook... apparently. rich-c: remember times are different and conditions in Canada are different than in the U.S. - our cosats will be significantly higher Daniel B: And I don't use twitter or anyother social web things rich-c: if necessary our ISP has a chat module where you could likely meet by prearraqngement
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changed username to Caribbean Daniel B: ??? Caribbean: HI KIDS Daniel B: kids? rich-c: it's Bob and Judy, from the look Caribbean: si senor Caribbean: and we are WARM Frozen in FL: hi mom and dad Caribbean: until tomorrow......then only about 73* Caribbean: hi Meeka, freezing, aren't ya??????? Daniel B: only 73? too bad rich-c: my nose bleeds for you Caribbean: we been watching the weather and it is NOT good Daniel B: here it's really bellow that so it's cold already Frozen in FL: a little rich-c: hurricanes/ earthquakes? early morning volcanoes? you're on the Rim of Fire, you know Frozen in FL: hasnt been over 65 yet Frozen in FL: and in the 30's at night Daniel B: How to negociate to get a conference room for free for the adamcon? Caribbean: oh well, we have been having windy weather; today and yesterday nice and tomorrow hopefuuly warm and partly sunny Caribbean: THEN we go intot he deep freeze onthe way back to Miami rich-c: never mind, you'll be out in the ocean breezes again next week Frozen in FL: next week is posta be ion the 70's Caribbean: DANIEL, basically, we got a free one IF we had a minimum number of rroms booked for the Fri & Sat nights Caribbean: last year we paid for the room Frozen in FL: so should be good weather for the c`fruise Caribbean: I hope SO!!!!!! Frozen in FL: Dad....doug says we can now order the jamaca excursion on the carnival site Caribbean: you got a hotel in the works already Daniel ?????????????? Caribbean: well BOOK IT for 4 bodies rich-c: Daniel lacks faith in his negotiating skills - you and Pam are naturals Caribbean: today we went exploring with a golf cart along the coast of Costa Maya Daniel B: rich suggests me to send Guy F negociate. Frozen in FL: can only do ours under iour llogin. would need yours to do the other two Caribbean: we are going now, and will be back in few minutes
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changed username to Caribbean BOB Frozen in FL: wb Caribbean BOB: back again Daniel B: Well, in Montreal usually, sellers are bilinguals... so I presume it's the case. rich-c: ah, you're back Caribbean BOB: have free minutes onthe net from each ship card Caribbean BOB: so had to switch over to Judy's Daniel B: ok, so quick question Daniel B: did you keep any formular from past adamcons? rich-c: true, Daniel, but most are more at ease with one language or the other Caribbean BOB: got 115 minutes bud Caribbean BOB: 15 minutes Frozen in FL: doug can do ours dad, but would need to do yours under your own login Daniel B: lost 100 minutes in a second? wow! Caribbean BOB: oh yea Frozen in FL: we will have internet this weekend, we can still try to do it beofre we get on Daniel B: I need previous inscriptions formulars to make the one for this year and also to compare price and other things. More than a single adamcon formulars will be appreciate. I've checked my old emails and it looks like I've lost them all by mistake. Caribbean BOB: try it now and then we can have it booked' Caribbean BOB: MEEKA rich-c: in short, Bob, do you have any budgets or balance sheets from previous Adamcons? Caribbean BOB: ok Daniel, but you have to wait until I get back home on the 20th of January Frozen in FL: ok, will tell doug to try Caribbean BOB: got them Richard, but no there Caribbean BOB: here Daniel B: do you remember your online page from the ANN web site? Maybe there still one formular only I can look at. rich-c: well, as long as Daniel can see them, that's what counts
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changed username to Nurse Ron Daniel B: Ron? How are you! Nurse Ron: Hi all......happy new year! Frozen in FL: hi ron rich-c: costs in Quebec are wildly different, everything costs more Caribbean BOB: HEY nburse Ron rich-c: hey Ron? how's Suysan? Nurse Ron: sleeping like a baby just at the moment Daniel B: Ron, you did also an ADAMCon meeting, right? You had to negociate the hotel, etc. right? Nurse Ron: but she's ok. A little stiff and sore, but ok rich-c: good - when she wakes up pass my greetings from one hippie to another
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changed username to Pamela Nurse Ron: That's right Daniel, adamcon 15 rich-c: hi daughter Caribbean BOB: PAM Daniel B: 15... right Pamela: greetings everyone Nurse Ron: you in Caribbean Bob? Daniel B: Did you manage to get a good price? did you get a free conference room? Caribbean BOB: yes sir Pamela: I gateher it's a little chilly in FL, Meeka? Caribbean BOB: and Susan is well ?????although still coming along???? Frozen in FL: yews pam Pamela: brb Caribbean BOB: Pam, got sunburned today Nurse Ron: Yes Daniel, the conference room was included. Rather small, but adequate. Think we had 15 there, 10 rooms as I recall rich-c: Susan up and walking now? Down to regulaer painkillers? Nurse Ron: Yeah, Sue is doing Ok Bob. She even survived my cooking tonight rich-c: one tough woman you got there, Ron Nurse Ron: She Daniel B: I feel a suddent pressure that if I can't get a free meeting room I'll be considered as the worst Adamcon organizer. Nurse Ron: She's able to walk Rich, but needs a walker Nurse Ron: She won't be running races any time soon Caribbean BOB: take a deep breath Daniel rich-c: oh don't be silly, Daniel - you do the best you or your group can Caribbean BOB: Daniel, ususally .....not alwasy......IF you can get 10 rooms booked, they will throw in a free meeting room rich-c: you are not responsible for economic conditions, Quebec taxes or labour laws or minimum wages rich-c: you live with the costs where you work Nurse Ron: Daniel, strike the best deal you can. There is no such thing as the "worst" Adamcon organizer. Problem is that the group is getting smaller, and free meeting rooms are usually Nurse Ron: contingent on booking a minimum number of rooms. Daniel B: I've already mentionned that we may need 10 rooms... before the guy send my the price he can ... I don't know how to negociate from that. Caribbean BOB: sorry Meeka, they privates HAVE to come thru to me or I would nlot know what youare saying......DUH Nurse Ron: you pretty much take what he offers Daniel. You might try asking two or three different places for quotes Caribbean BOB: nicely said Ron rich-c: yes, getting up and getting going is hugely important - does she have a Rollator or fixed-leg walker? Caribbean BOB: all yo can do is get different hotels to give pricing and maybe get them to compete with each other Nurse Ron: fixed leg walker Rich. It seems to be doing the job rich-c: yes, she should graduate to just a cane fairly soon Daniel B: Well, your testimony (is this the right word?) helps me at least. So, it's possible... need to find other places and check around the possibilities. Well, so far this place looks adequat, even for you rich-c. (I didn't forget what you told me about the bathroom) Nurse Ron: yeah, I gather about 6 weeks Rich Nurse Ron: No harm in asking Daniel. Tell him what you want, and see what he says Caribbean BOB: kids, we are going to leave ya'll now........time running out and the hot tub awasits Caribbean BOB: awaits Nurse Ron: Oh ain't life tough Bob <evil grin> Caribbean BOB: so will talk to you in 2 weeks again Daniel B: already? ok... bye Bob! take care! rich-c: enjoy, Bob and Judy, see you in two weeks Caribbean BOB: bye Evil gron Pamela: gnite Bob and Judy
Caribbean BOB left chat session Nurse Ron: bon voyage Pamela: sorry folks I have much to say but am spreading myself thin for a few more minutes Pamela: bear with me Nurse Ron: Multi-tasking Pam? Pamela: yeah Daniel B: Pam? I didn't see you enter the chat room rich-c: Daniel, who besides you is working on this Frozen in FL: ok, am i still here? Daniel B: I guess you're still there rich-c: yes,Meeka Frozen in FL: ok, ty rich-c: Daniel, are Dale and Luc and Guy working with you? Frozen in FL: my laptop decided to hibernate till i plugged in rich-c: they have that nasty habit, Meeka Nurse Ron: Daniel, just to answer your e-mail, I'm not sure at this point whether I'll be coming. If Sue recovers as planned, we might be re-opening the kennels around June, and in that case I wouldn't be able to come Frozen in FL: wasnt sure if I would have to bomb out and come back Daniel B: Actually, I'm alone... I've talked to the hotel GuyF did find earlier, and Dale is calculating based on the prices I've got from the hotel. rich-c: Ron, Susans operation was a normal full joint replacement with prosthesis, right? Frozen in FL: well its win 7, so I havent hardley played with it yet, this is not my personal laptop Nurse Ron: yes Rich Daniel B: So, I'm not alone for making the Adamcon possible, but I'm alone at teh moment for the first contact. Nurse Ron: Getting the hotel pinned down is the biggest part of it Daniel Daniel B: I wish I can send GuyF talk directly at the hotel later. rich-c: OK, I know he's busy but do ask Guy to help you find hotels adn bargain Daniel B: From now, the prices are good except for the meeting room. Daniel B: Without this extra fees for the meeting room, this place will be perfect and already decided. rich-c: that's encouraging, Daniel, now you need to get the hotels bidding against each other - gives you some leverage Daniel B: I know that GuyF want to participate at the ADAMCon, but not stay at the hotel... and this hotel is close to his house actually. rich-c: that's nice and we want him, and having him nearby can be very useful Daniel B: If I find out another hotel with an even better price... but far from his house, what should I do? rich-c: take it, the conference comes first and he can commute rich-c: remember price is not everything - a clean and decent and obliging place is very important Pamela: Daniel, we did not have the meeting room for free in St. Catherines Daniel B: Not even a rebate? rich-c: parking counts, access to main roads count, restaurants nearby count, handicap access counts Pamela: we did get discount for having a meal supplied in the room Pamela: brb Frozen in FL: we had meals catiered in from the outside (not hotel provided) Daniel B: restaurants, handicap and main roads are fine... parking, it depends where you want to go, because at the hotel it seems to have a big enough parking. Frozen in FL: and a free continental breakfast rich-c: yes, that is teh sort of choice Daniel will have to compare and negotiate rich-c: it is the total pacage cost that is important Frozen in FL: yup Daniel B: continental breakfast? I don't remember the difference between breakfast but the breakfast is included in the price for this hotel. Pamela: Daniel if you want, I'll try to put together an outline of the things I did when planning rich-c: OK, that is important, because everyone needs to eat breakfast - but remember we do not all need a lot Nurse Ron: Continental usually consists of rolls or croissantes, "help-yourself" cereal and toast and fruit Frozen in FL: contin ental usually means cold cereals and rolls and such, no sausage or bacon and the likes Daniel B: Dates are June 17-20, 2010. We can't change that. It took too much time last year to figure out these dates. Nurse Ron: Whereas a full breakfast gets you bacon and eggs, or a full meal rich-c: for use, that's more than adewuate - I can't commit for crispy bacon fanatics Daniel B: be right back, I'll check something. Pamela: me, I need protein to get me through the morning Frozen in FL: lol, over dougs b-day agian Nurse Ron: ditto Pam Nurse Ron: but hey! for 4 days, I will not starve to death Nurse Ron: continental would be ok, especially if it's included rich-c: also, they have good street food in Montreal and evirons rich-c: and Daniel, ask the hotel if they will give convention rates to people who come early and/or stay late Daniel B: like you did at GrandRapids? rich-c: they care about nights and with a hint there might be more it helps your megtiations rich-c: yes Daniel, I think that made a difference in the hotel's response Nurse Ron: good point Rich rich-c: need my beer - brb Daniel B: Everything is good to negociate... but also, knowing how many people think they will be at this adamcon could help to figure out how many rooms we need.
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Pamela confirmed ban Ron-2: sometimes you have to be cruel to be kind rich-c: btw Ron, if you ever need a Rollator, Canadian Tire has them at half the therapy stoere prices, or less Pamela: LOL Ron-2: Tks Rich. When my mom passed on, I actually gave away two of them. Pamela: just read the nurse bit Ron-2: to friends of course rich-c: if my experience is any guide though, Susan will be using a cane by the end of next week, or likely sooner Ron-2: but I hear what you're saying Ron-2: Knowing Sue, that's probably true. She's not one to sit around Pamela: i gather there were no`complications Ron? rich-c: well, the big issue will be the dogs - she can't afford to have some big heavy dog knock her down rich-c: and that will be permanent - there are certain moves hippies can't make, and others we mustn't Ron-2: no, Pam, all went well. It's the possibility of infection we were concerned about. They had her on antibiotics throughout the surgery and for the day afterwards
Guy B confirmed ban Pamela: yes thats always a concern Ron-2: 90 degree rule, and no crossing of legs rich-c: the big danger is blood clots - that's why they want you up and walking Daniel B: Free outdoor parking, Complimentary hot breakfast, Indoor swimming pool, exercise room & laundry facilities, free local calls, free highspeed internet, meeting rooms and business center, suites with microwaves and mini-fridges, 1 king or 2 queen beds, 20 minutes from the airport. Pamela: what chain is that Dan? Daniel B: www.hamptoninn.com Frozen in FL: sounds good rich-c: that sounds like a very attractive package, Daniel, certainly France3s and I would like it Pamela: what is their price per nite? Guy B: Hi Ron and Pam. Still here. Be back in a few Pamela: hi Guy rich-c: be very sensitive to blood clots, Ron - slightest sign is a major emergency Daniel B: For the prices, I've to check the email the hotel sent me. Daniel B: Let see... Frozen in FL: ok folks, I am gonna call it a night. see ya later Pamela: stay warm Meeka Pamela: gnite Frozen in FL: am tryin rich-c: night Meekas, enjoy the trip, see you on the 20th
Frozen in FL left chat session Ron-2: Sue has a track record of picking up infection. Her dentist won't go near her without a 2 week course of antibiotice Ron-2: nite frozen Ron-2: Rich, she's got an injection for the clotting. Took one this afternoon rich-c: don't know what your hospital standards are on that, Ron Pamela: well, now that I have two hands . . . Pamela: can type more efficiently Daniel B: Quote : "For june 17-20, the best price I can offer to you is $124cnd plus taxes (include breakfasts) per night. The meeting room is $285 per day. Do not hesitate to communicate with me again if you have questions." rich-c: even so it is treacherous - I lost a classmate to it last fall, and he had teh best attention around Pamela: okay, don't forget that's double occupancy so it breaks down to $62 per person per nite Daniel B: I guess it's 4 nights for the rooms, 3 days for the meeting room. rich-c: well, most of us come in couples, though not all Daniel B: so it's near $250 per person just for the room, plus part of the meeting room, plus banquete, etc. rich-c: I'd ask some hard questions about what the meeting room charge includes, Daniel rich-c: including early access, when we must leave, electrical services, internet connections in the room Ron-2: what's our normal per person charge to attend as a full delegate? Pamela: and watch out for extra charges, such as for the display screen Pamela: about $350 US, $400 Pamela: Cdn rich-c: well, US costs we try for $300 but Canada you need at least $350 and Quebec likely more Ron-2: right. that's what I thought Ron-2: So what you charge, Daniel to each person attending should be enough to cover your costs Daniel B: That's a lot of questions... hopefully you're here to tell me that rich-c: Quebec minimuim wage is high and labour conditions expensive, it shows in the price Daniel B: ... but I've no answer for you yet... that's pretty much all I have for the moment. Daniel B: So, I'm writing right now an email to ask these questions. Pamela: Daniel, one thing to watch out for is you MUST remember to include taxes and/or gratuities in all your costs rich-c: you can talk to any of us by email any time, Daniel, and if you arrange it in advance by chat with most Pamela: or if you prefer you can call me rich-c: Dale leaves this chat board up most of the time, and our ISP also has a chat facility Pamela: I think you have my number? Ron-2: Perhaps we need to set out a projected cost/revenue in writing - has that ever been done by anyone? Pamela: I don't think so Ron Ron-2: I did it for 15, and might be able to recreate it rich-c: btw Ron, had a phone call from David Cobley day before yesterday - did yoou8 know he moved? Pamela: just used the previous costs per person as a guideline rich-c: well, if you have a hotel quote you can work from that Ron-2: I know that he was going to Rich. Midge is apparently in a local senior's centre, and he was hoping to get in there too. Really must give him a call Pamela: Daniel, avez-vous mon numero de telephone? Daniel B: I'm afraid I've lost your number Pamela: okay . . . Daniel B: why not contacting by facebook or something? rich-c: yes, they have sepatrate rooms but of course eat and socialize together - he likes hotel-style living! Daniel B: even by email Pamela: in writing is okay but sometimes its easier to cover a lot of ground by phone Ron-2: The place he's in is fairly new, and I know he was looking forward to it rich-c: from his comments, it lived up to his expectations and more Ron-2: good rich-c: how old is he now? I know he did WW2 service Ron-2: Oh Lord! He must be 80 something Ron-2: I'm guessing Pamela: if you e-mail me, send it to pevpersonal at gmail com rich-c: hell, I'm 80 this summer, and he's way ahead of me Ron-2: He used to be a chopper pilot for the Canadian Coast Guard Pamela: don't rush it Dad : ) Ron-2: you may well be right Rich....maybe closer to 90 rich-c: yes, and he was also chief of air safety for Transport Canada, iirc Ron-2: Even though we live within minutes of eachother, I've not been in touch with him for about a year. That's criminal of me rich-c: he was teh ultimate check pilot for every commercial line in Canada, evidently Ron-2: yep rich-c: and handled the accident investigations too Ron-2: again, yep Pamela: anyway Daniel I will write an outline for you if you want rich-c: in fact, my cousin's daughter is married to the guy who does the job now Ron-2: Well people, my patient stirs. Will have to bid you a fond goodnite Ron-2: be well all Pamela: give Sue our best Ron Daniel B: I will appreciate anything you can give me to help. Ron-2: I will - thanks rich-c: Vic Gerdin - you see him on tv when they talk about the Swissair crash in Nova Scotia Pamela: g'nite Ron Ron-2: will see what I can do Daniel. I may have my records from 2003 around here Ron-2: g'nite all
Ron-2 left chat session rich-c: nite Ron - if you want a voice of experience, give me a holler Guy B: Bye Rin Guy B: ron Guy B: Well, all of you keeping warm? Daniel B: bye Ron Daniel B: (too late) Daniel B: almost 11h? rich-c: that is a relative term, Guy - our furnace is working ; - ) Daniel B: Almost time for me to leave too Pamela: Daniel, whenever you think of a question, send an e-mail or a message on FB Pamela: yes warm is relative rich-c: you need to go by 2300 do you, Daniel? Pamela: it's warm in here right now because I've had the oven on and the heater running Guy B: I know it's been cold, let's say frigid Daniel B: Well, it appears that my typing on the keyboard makes too much noise Pamela: much better tonite actually, it's only minus 4 Daniel B: so I should leave early, even when I'm not asleep. Guy B: At least Bob missed all the lake effect snow Daniel B: 11h is the limit rich-c: heavens, you can't even hear our keyboards - and I'm using the destop Pamela: although I gather Florida is not as warm as Meeka and Doug might have wanted : ) rich-c: anyway, Daniel, if you need to taqlk to Pam, send her a message saying when to call you rich-c: you have that long distance discount plan still, don't you, Pam? Pamela: yes Pamela: we use Yak : ) rich-c: so you can talk to Daniel for an hour and it will cost you almost nothing? Pamela: yes rich-c: yes, I get my Yak bills and they are so small I am embarrassed Pamela: you need to call Cynthia more : ) rich-c: so if Daniel asks you to call. you just call back and it's all but free Pamela: yes Pamela: Daniel, question: Pamela: do you find it easier to understand English in writing or verbally? Daniel B: Personnaly, at the phone, I prefer in french... but as an email I've not problem reading and writing (I suppose) in both languages. Pamela: since my French is all but non existent, maybe we should stick to writing rich-c: yes, we find it easier to undrstand written French than spoken French Pamela: even though I need the French practice Daniel B: I had a hard time one day trying to figure out what a person was saying at the other end of the phone years ago. I did ask "slowly please"... but I was still unable to understand. Pamela: yes I find that's often the biggest problem too rich-c: Pam, are you aware that you can use the chat module on Tamco - and ask a guest to join you? Pamela: yes rich-c: yes, we had a StatsCan survey call tonight - Frances could not understand him rich-c: the combination of the phone, her hearing, and his slight accent defeated her rich-c: I actuaslly answered and had no trouble, but had other things to do Pamela: I don't understand why people persist in speaking quickly when told that I can't understand them and to please slow down rich-c: you aren't old enough to pull it off - you need a creaky old voice like mine rich-c: a certain stubborness and hint of short temper showing through help too Pamela: I've tried all those things to no avail in some cases rich-c: you aren't 80 years old - sometimes you need that to pull it off Guy B: Well folks, time for me to go and Annie will be taken for a short walk. See you all next week Pamela: stay warm Guy Guy B: Oh I will rich-c: trust me, it shpws in your voice - besides, you're too well trained in telephone etiquette Guy B: Poof
Guy B left chat session Pamela: wow that was quick rich-c: didn't even wait to say bye all round Daniel B: I'm trying to type questions as clear as possible... and it's almost 11h already Pamela: you're doing just fine Daniel rich-c: remember Pam and I are not on a deadline, Daniel - we could be here for hours rich-c: likely will leave when you do, but we don't have to Pamela: well I do, I have to get up in the morning! rich-c: yes, the GO train doesn't wait for you to come, does it? Pamela: well not most of the time, although it did this morning : ) rich-c: frozen switches? Pamela: no, long story rich-c: do I really want to know, or will your mother find it on Facebook anyway? Pamela: yes Pamela: : ) Pamela: anyway Daniel I'll try to work on the outline in the next couple of days rich-c: anyway, any plans of interest next little while? Pamela: what is your e-mail address now Daniel? Pamela: no, just haircuts and dinner on Saturday with Em and Chris rich-c: we have your mother's birthday and an old farts lunch next week, but that's it Pamela: yes we'll have to talk about Mom's birthday Daniel B: try the yahoo.fr one... the same I'm using to write at the adamcon mailing list Pamela: newcoleco at . . . ? rich-c: OK Daniel, that is a handy idea Daniel B: yes Pamela: okay Daniel B: my Mom's birthday was a few days before christmas Pamela: also, do you have MS Office? Daniel B: kinda difficult to give a gift and then another gift in a short period of time to the same person. Pamela: yes, my mother had the bad timing to be born 3weeks after Christmas : ) Daniel B: difficult to think of different gifts rich-c: my uncle was born on Christmas Day - he was a real problem Pamela: I feel sorry for those born on or around Christmas Day - I always felt they got shortchanged Daniel B: I've never meet someone with the birthday as the last day of february that occurs only 1 time per 4 years. rich-c: they get to be philosophical about it - as they get older Pamela: : ) rich-c: but the stay young for so long, Daniel 8 -) Daniel B: the poor guy, now 20 years old but did have only 5 birthday presents Pamela: LOL rich-c: but I'll bet they were big ones ; - ) Pamela: anyway gents, I think it's time I went to bed Daniel B: it's time for me too Daniel B: no choice Daniel B: bye rich-c: makes sense - say hello to Em and Chris Pamela: bonsoir Daniel Pamela: see you next week rich-c: bonne nuit, Daniel - a la prochaine Pamela: Dad, I will pass your greetings on to Em and Chris rich-c: my time to go too Pamela: and talk to you on the weekend hopefully rich-c: OK rich-c: colour me gone Pamela: goodnight Daddy
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changed username to cisco
cisco left chat session
moved to room Meeting Place
left chat session
moved to room Meeting Place
left chat session
moved to room Meeting Place
left chat session
moved to room Meeting Place
moved to room Meeting Place
moved to room Meeting Place
changed username to Apri
Apri left chat session
moved to room Meeting Place
changed username to rich-c