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November 28, 2005
deep in the heart of texas
What an amazing weekend I just had! I was able to go to Houston for their Round Up. Talk about Southern Hospitality, the folks in Houston know how to throw a party. Danand I flew down Wednesday afternoon and met up with Dave at the hotel. There I finally came face to face with Cisco, who I already felt like I knew from phone calls, e-mails and blogging, but it was still great to give him a hug and be in the same area. Dave, Dan and I drove out for dinner on Galveston Island with our friend Steve who has a great place there. It was night time, so we didn't see alot of wreakage of the recent hurricane, a few shredded billboards, but thy must have been busy cleaning up, beautiful place.
Thanksgiving Day we all went to the Lambda Center for a thankgiving meeting and delicious dinner. There I met fellow bloggers Dave, Scott, Ricky, Steve, Kenny and a few other whose links I do not have at the ready. I met so many people, it was fantastic. Mike from Dallas shared his story, what a ride!
Friday morning I have the opprotunity to share my experience, strength and hope. It was good for me, hoe it was good for them. Plus it kept me sober another day, which is what is important, the only thing really. Dave, Dan and I decided to go to the Houston Galleria for a little shopping, the day after Christmas, not a great decision. There was a play at night, a delightful musical revue, really alot of fun. There is some real talent in Houston. CeCe from Atlanta told her story...amazing.
Saturday was all recovery all the time. Workshops during the day, wonderful dinner and speaker at night, Dave from North Carolina..fantastic. Cisco took us out to see a bit of the Houston nightlife. Damn, there are some pretty men in this world!
Sunday started the best way it can, with a speaker and a meeting. Dan and I checked out of the hotel and afer a great luch with some of the guys headed home. I have a very clear idea as to why the Houston airport is named after President Bush, nothing was clearly marked and there was no direction. Crazy. But after a very bumpy plane ride we got home safely. It was nice to sleep in my bed last night, with the boys...I really missed them.
Anyhow, I had a great time in Houston and am looking forward to getting down there again.
Thanks Guys!
Posted by JimG at November 28, 2005 08:32 AM
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sounds like you had a great time! i wish i could have been there, but glad you're back too....
Posted by: christopher at November 28, 2005 10:25 AM
Thanks to you, Dan and David for adding an extra dimension to our weekend and our Roundup. It was a pleasure to meet all of you and can't wait to see you here next year.
Posted by: scottw at November 28, 2005 11:08 AM
Great to have you back safe and sound!
Posted by: Nicholas at November 28, 2005 12:43 PM
Yep, it was wonderful to meet you and Dan and your sponsor, David.
Funny remark about the airport. It's named after the first President Bush. No telling what we'll build half-ass to name after the current Bush.
Thanks again for your involvement.
Posted by: Dave / higher powered at November 28, 2005 03:16 PM
Hi Jim,
I can't wait to get the speaker tape and listen to it!
BTW, I'm adding your site to my links, if that's cool.
Brad :-)
Posted by: FuelGuyFSD at November 28, 2005 05:36 PM
great meeting you, jim. thanks for the blogging tips and for traveling so far to be with the houston lambda gang for thanksgiving. i'm sure i'll be talking to you again real soon.
Posted by: lonestarsteve at November 28, 2005 08:10 PM
It was a pleasure to meet you this weekend. I am sure our paths will cross again. Have a great Christmas
Posted by: Ricky at November 29, 2005 09:36 PM
Hey Jim,
It was great getting to know you. Thanks for carrying the message. Hope Sue and I will cross paths with you again. Until then - God Bless!
Cece
Posted by: Anonymous at December 1, 2005 10:09 AM