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Setting up this blog was my first encounter with blogging and the original set up was basic although setting up a profile for others to view was a minor hurdle. As time went on I learned how post to the blog from within MS Word. Once that was accomplished I learned how to insert pictures. A few days ago I added the ability for readers to email the blog to friends just by clicking the envelope at the bottom of each individual blog. If you are reading this I was successful in posting via email.

$TAY a little bit longer

Many people go to a special event like a concert or ball game and leave just as its ending in order to beat the last minute rush which sometimes causes them to miss some last minute excitement.

Well if you are not rushed to leave the conference on Sunday, don’t mind a thirty minute drive and would like some last minute excitement stop by the concierge desk and ask for directions to Barona. Not only will they give you a map but a discount coupon that is good for valet parking and $25.00 cash. This is not a gambling credit but real US currency you can put in your pocket and take home with you. However if you are like most of us you will leave it and probably a few dollars more with the nice people at Barona

Cold Nights?

I went to San Diego with Doorman and visited some of the sights. We took the trolley for a little tour around the city. We saw where Old Town was and it is really easy to get to from the Towne and Country- only two stops and you are right there. The weather was really nice but the wind comes up so you need to have a sweater or jacket with you. It is better to have one and not use it than not have one and need it.
We got a voucher from the concierge when we left for Barona so we went there and played the slot machines and had lunch. They had a very nice buffet with all kinds of foods.
See you in August.

Virtual Tour

While wondering around the Town & Country web site I discovered they offered an online tour of the entire facility. If you would like to see the Town and Country for yourself click here and enjoy the tour.

F O R E !!!

Extra efforts are being made to have some interesting activities for that significant other who doesn’t enjoy computers as much as you. Arrangements are being made for reduced fees at the adjoining Riverwalk Golf Club.
Steeped in a rich tradition of golf legends past, the course offers a classic golfing experience like no other. Formerly known as the Stardust Country Club, the course entertained a myriad of golf's legends while hosting the PGA tour during the 50s and 60s. Now, golfers will once again be treated to the challenge and drama of the original course at the newly reborn Riverwalk. What was once flat now features undulating fairways, waterfalls and well-protected bent-grass greens. Water comes into play on 13 of the 27 holes with a spectacular waterfall surrounding the green of the signature hole. The San Diego River is a prominent feature of the layout, contributing to the beauty and challenge of the course.

Trolley Ride

Our tour of the Town and Country proved to be very interesting. First we discovered a new covered area next to the “towers” that allows guests to drive up close to the elevators for loading and unloading baggage, a very convenient addition since last year. We used the new pavestone walk way, located in the rear parking area, to reach the Trolley station where we boarded the “Green Line”. Two stops later we were at Old Town a local tourist attraction. We then transferred to the Blue Line and four stops later found us at the Santa Fe Depot home of Amtrak. If you rode to the end of the Blue Line you would find yourself at the Tijuana Border, however because we had further meetings to attend we only went part way. The cost for this afternoon adventure was a mere two dollars per senior for a round trip ticket.

Monday, Monday

Here it is Monday morning early a.m. and I am in my room at the Town & Country finalizing plans for my part of a very busy day. My wife Judy and I arrived yesterday afternoon which was spent in meetings with Patricia Hill, Her Husband Al and Judy Taylour. Today we have a 9 a.m. meeting scheduled with convention staff. This is where the five of us will discuss the room, tables, chairs and other staffing requirements for the conference. Once that meeting is complete Al and I will meet with the Audio Visual department and work out the arrangements for the PA system, various screens, internet access and any other special AV needs we may have. Because our next meeting with the catering department is not until 3 p.m. we decided to divvy chores. To enhance the visit for significant others who may not be interest in attending the conference, Judy and I are going to check the local transportation and come up with suggestions for alternate entertainment. Al will be meeting with the golf pro to see what deals he can arrange and Judy T. and Patricia will go finalize the menus for the meeting with catering.