[daisy mae06]

Originally Posted by chattiesmom

I have read every single post and what I am about to say may upset a lot of people but here goes anyway.

In order for the meet up to be successful it has to be in a location/venue that is going to be "doable" for the largest number of members. I WANT to be part of the next meet-up - I was not able to participate this year, mainly because of issues with my leg. I have my preferences of what type of atmosphere would be most pleasant for ME, but this isn't about ME it's about a huge group of people with diversified interests and needs.

I will support the meetup no matter where it is located and whether or not I can attend. For the good of the group, so to speak. I think that ONLY those people who are serious about attending should have a say so about the location/venue, and each person should be willing to help support the event. That is why I mentioned a small $10 fee to participate in the selection process once a list of possible locations has been determined. This would help weed out a lot of people who don't really plan to attend anyway and help defer unexpected costs. I mean, most of us are willing to blow that much on an impulse purchase, why not put it to work for the greater good of helping a lot of people. I also think that the selection process should be made by donating members - those members that have made a commitment to YT.

If it were just all about ME, I would like to rent a resort that also has cabins and camping. It would be so awesome to sit around a campfire with our babies and talk and laugh and sing "campfire songs". To relax and let loose, not wear makeup or bother about "looking pretty" just to be ME. I know a lot of people would think I have lost my marbles, but if the meetup was just about me that is what I would prefer. There are places I would rather NOT go, but I won't refuse or be mad if one of those locations are chosen. Anyway I guess I've said enough

I agree 1000%