Speaking for myself, (for what it is worth) I would be real interested in a
2002 Doobfest in Laughlin, NV. I am a relative late bloomer in the club and
on the list, since I didn't have computer access until 1999, and missed all
the fun stuff you guys have been rubbing in that you have experienced. I
figure that since it is so near to Vegas there should be great deals on
airfare and accommodations, plus the scenery should be great.
Last year I had all intentions of going to Saratoga, but my surgeon had
other ideas. Hopefully, the blue bird of happiness won't bless me with
anything like that again soon.
As far as the club lacking the enthusiasm that it once had, I'm
enthusiastic as hell, only problem is, we got no concerts nearby last year,
and it looks like the same this year. Thanks to Big Daddy Doob I did get
one Doobie fix in York, PA last year, and I may attempt the Pittsburgh show
this year.
If all else fails, I figure that I could slum off of Nick if I go to
Nevada! (Get the beer cold Nick! LOL).
I don't think that we should ever rule out having fan club get togethers,
even if it is just some of us who happen to live near each other, and meet
for dinner and a few brewskys! It's our own fault such things don't happen
more often, and we should all make an honest effort to see our neighboring
Doob Buds when we can. I hope that if any of you guys are ever going to be
in the neighborhood you will let me know so we can get together and swap lies.
Back to Laughlin, I haven't talked to the boss yet, but having a year to
make plans sounds like a winner to me. Besides, I need to meet some old
friends there, ie. Glenn, Gina, Nick, Holly, Gary, Debbie, Janyce, Steve,
Torrey, etc., etc.
I hope that someone out that way will take the bull by the horns and get
this train a rollin' for Laughlin in 2002.
Steve
Date: Wed, 16 May 2001 12:03:14 -0400
>From: "Laurin Willis" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Laughlin 2002?
The idea has been floated about holding a "fan-club reunion" in
>Laughlin, NV as the Doobies play 2 nights at the Flamingo Hilton Amp
>April 27 & 28, 2002. =20
>
>This has the potential to be a wonderful time for all Fan Club members.
>I have no doubt that the memories and stories that would be shared by
>the original fan club convention attendees would, by themselves, be
>worth the trip to Laughlin. The shows and reunion would just be icing
>on the cake.
>
>Personally, my hope would be that such a "reunion" would rekindle the
>spark that has been so desperately missing from the Fan Club these past
>several/many months. =20
>
>As a club, we have definitely hit maturity; early excitement and mystery
>has given way to apathy generated by "been there/done that". Recent
>drives and events meant to bring fans together have 1) fallen from
>previous years participation (toy drive), 2) fallen flat and met with
>some resistance (blood drive), and 3) have failed to create much, if
>any, excitement (Los Angeles 2001, only 34 registrants as of today and
>no mention on the list serve in weeks). =20
>
>There is a year to properly prepare for an event in Laughlin and there
>are 3 important questions that need to be asked before moving forward:
>
> 1) Is there sufficient interest by Fan Club members to plan AND
>attend a Laughlin reunion?
> 2) Is anyone willing to step forward and take responsibility for
>planning a sucessful event (after LA 2001, I just don't have it in me)?
> 3) In order to ensure sufficient participation, should an event
>in Laughlin be the last planned Fan Club get together?
>
>As stated above, as a club we have hit maturity. Day-to-day operations
>of the club are pretty much on autopilot and, with that, the need for
>"leadership" or "organization" is significantly diminished. Given that,
>as the year progresses, I will fade more and more into the background of
>the club and the autopilot will take full control. After that time,
>should an FC member come up with an idea for an FC event, that idea will
>be forwarded directly to the band and the band will either give approval
>or not. With approval, it will be the responsibility of that fan club
>member to present the idea to the club and move forward with the event.=20
>
>These past 4+ years have been a great deal of fun...a definite E-ticket
>ride (that's old Disneyspeak)! However, it is time to let the natural
>progression take it's course and move over. =20
>
>If Laughlin is pulled off, I'll certainly be there to celebrate...
>
>Laurin
Slow Burnin' Steve
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