Re: Laughlin 2002...
--Gosh, YOU GO Chris. That got me right here (pointing to the barbell in my navel)!LOL! But seriously. I for one am not willing to give up. I used to be president of the Houston chapter of the Doobie Brothers fan club in 1974 when I was a baby. It was more like playing house back then. I only dreamed that some day I would get to meet the Doobie Brothers and work for their fan club and now it has become a reality. I now get to help out with the blood drive and help keep the list stirred up with bizzare postings. How fun!! Having been a Doo-bee in other organizations and also at work, I understand the exhaustion and sweat that goes into keeping them going. One person can't do it all and shouldn't have to do it all. Unfortunately, this is so often the case. There are a lot of incredible Doo-bees in this club who do a lot of big things. If we ALL band together, we CAN and WILL keep this train rollin! BTW, it's time for your blood again, Doobs. Cinderella On Thu, 17 May 2001 22:16:02 Glenn wrote: Well stated Chris. Glenn [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Fellow DBFC members, There are times when your feelings are difficult to put into words. Such was the case after I read a certain post yesterday. Rather than bore you all with a description of what I myself experienced, I feel that I would simply like to just say this: I have met some incredible people through this list-serve/Fan Club, and am very thankful for that. I know that some of us will be friends for life. I believe that collectively, we possess an enormous amount of talent in a great many areas. While it may be true that some members could be suffering from overload or burnout at this time, I feel strongly that it would be very wrong to simply resign to letting the Fan Club go the land of memories, and nothing but memories. As a group, we are responsible for what this (Fan Club) is. I know not everyone is capable or even interested in attending or participating in each and every event. This is quite understandable. However, I also feel that it would be an equal (if not much greater) injustice to the majority of the membership to allow this gathering of Fans to be pretty much disbanded by any single person or persons. (Except of course, the Doobies) The idea of Laughlin sounds great! Should it be a final Fan Club event? No way! Don't even have that thouhgt. I firmly believe that the Doobie Brothers have enjoyed most of what has transpired over the past 4 years in regards to the Fan Club. If not, they could have and probably would have pulled the plug quite some time ago. It's my opinion that if we want to rekindle that spark, it's clearly up to us. Those that are burnt out should step aside, not spread apathy and disenchantment throughout the ranks. If they're no longer up to the job, then stand down. Let someone with fresh blood and fresh ideas take the wheel for awhile, and let's keep Rockin' On Down The Highway So much for my worthless $0.02. I apologize if I offended anyone, it was not my intent. And to those who took the time to read this, thank you. I hope we all keep rockin' on for a long time to come. I know I will. Damn the torpedos, and full speed ahead! Rock On, Chris Get 250 color business cards for FREE! http://businesscards.lycos.com/vp/fastpath/ _ To unsubscribe from this list, send a message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with unsubscribe doobiefans-list in the body.
Re: Laughlin 2002...
Fellow DBFC members, There are times when your feelings are difficult to put into words. Such was the case after I read a certain post yesterday. Rather than bore you all with a description of what I myself experienced, I feel that I would simply like to just say this: I have met some incredible people through this list-serve/Fan Club, and am very thankful for that. I know that some of us will be friends for life. I believe that collectively, we possess an enormous amount of talent in a great many areas. While it may be true that some members could be suffering from "overload" or "burnout" at this time, I feel strongly that it would be very wrong to simply resign to letting the Fan Club go the land of memories, and nothing but memories. As a group, we are responsible for what this (Fan Club) is. I know not everyone is capable or even interested in attending or participating in each and every event. This is quite understandable. However, I also feel that it would be an equal (if not much greater) injustice to the majority of the membership to allow this gathering of Fans to be pretty much disbanded by any single person or persons. (Except of course, the Doobies) The idea of Laughlin sounds great! Should it be a final Fan Club event? No way! Don't even have that thouhgt. I firmly believe that the Doobie Brothers have enjoyed most of what has transpired over the past 4 years in regards to the Fan Club. If not, they could have and probably would have pulled the plug quite some time ago. It's my opinion that if we want to rekindle that spark, it's clearly up to us. Those that are burnt out should step aside, not spread apathy and disenchantment throughout the ranks. If they're no longer up to the job, then stand down. Let someone with fresh blood and fresh ideas take the wheel for awhile, and let's keep Rockin' On Down The Highway So much for my worthless $0.02. I apologize if I offended anyone, it was not my intent. And to those who took the time to read this, "thank you". I hope we all keep rockin' on for a long time to come. I know I will. Damn the torpedos, and full speed ahead! Rock On, Chris
Re: Laughlin 2002...
Well stated Chris. Glenn [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Fellow DBFC members, There are times when your feelings are difficult to put into words. Such was the case after I read a certain post yesterday. Rather than bore you all with a description of what I myself experienced, I feel that I would simply like to just say this: I have met some incredible people through this list-serve/Fan Club, and am very thankful for that. I know that some of us will be friends for life. I believe that collectively, we possess an enormous amount of talent in a great many areas. While it may be true that some members could be suffering from "overload" or "burnout" at this time, I feel strongly that it would be very wrong to simply resign to letting the Fan Club go the land of memories, and nothing but memories. As a group, we are responsible for what this (Fan Club) is. I know not everyone is capable or even interested in attending or participating in each and every event. This is quite understandable. However, I also feel that it would be an equal (if not much greater) injustice to the majority of the membership to allow this gathering of Fans to be pretty much disbanded by any single person or persons. (Except of course, the Doobies) The idea of Laughlin sounds great! Should it be a final Fan Club event? No way! Don't even have that thouhgt. I firmly believe that the Doobie Brothers have enjoyed most of what has transpired over the past 4 years in regards to the Fan Club. If not, they could have and probably would have pulled the plug quite some time ago. It's my opinion that if we want to rekindle that spark, it's clearly up to us. Those that are burnt out should step aside, not spread apathy and disenchantment throughout the ranks. If they're no longer up to the job, then stand down. Let someone with fresh blood and fresh ideas take the wheel for awhile, and let's keep Rockin' On Down The Highway So much for my worthless $0.02. I apologize if I offended anyone, it was not my intent. And to those who took the time to read this, "thank you". I hope we all keep rockin' on for a long time to come. I know I will. Damn the torpedos, and full speed ahead! Rock On, Chris
Re: Laughlin 2002?
In a message dated 5/16/01 10:02:28 AM Mountain Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: 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). Ahem.well I for one am WAY excited about the convention in LA and am waiting for a list of auction items to hit the airwaves, so I can see what is to bid on. Last year I got a great picture of Skunk and Pat dancing on the Dinah Shore show...now I just need John Hartman's autograph on it and OH YEAH Lily Tomlin's too. I know that get togethers with FRIENDS/FAMILY of this fan club is something that sustains me throughout the year. Some of you need to hit the Doobie Brother Fans chatroom and see just how much excitment is going on in there about upcomming shows and the convention. Laurinthose of us attending the Convention are thrilled! (speaking for myself and atleast 3 other attendees) 34 people equals an intimate setting with The Brothers that having 100's doesn't offer. It's the masses that are missing out on this one...but don't worry everyoneHolly J will make up for all of you that won't be with us. I might even have to borrow a guitar from Lori so that I can participate in the clinic John McFee is doing.and I don't even play! LOL LOL LOL While I understand your frustration in the low number count Laurin, I know that there are going to be 34 bona fide FC Members that are going to rockin our asses off and I CAN'T WAIT! And remember folksit's not too late to sign up for the convention AND the shows at The House Of Blues. Peace, Holly =) _ To unsubscribe from this list, send a message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with unsubscribe doobiefans-list in the body.
Re: Laughlin 2002
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 _ To unsubscribe from this list, send a message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with unsubscribe doobiefans-list in the body.
Re: Laughlin 2002?
In a message dated 5/16/01 9:25:42 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Laurinthose of us attending the Convention are thrilled! (speaking for myself and atleast 3 other attendees) 34 people equals an intimate setting with The Brothers that having 100's doesn't offer. It's the masses that are missing out on this one...but don't worry everyoneHolly J will make up for all of you that won't be with us. Make that Holly and Lori will make up for it. I'm really looking forward to this and can't take this waiting! When it's here, YAHOOO! This is going to be way too much fun!! Hopefully everyone that's not going to the show will go to the auction site on the web when it's up and running. I KNOW, there's going to be some really cool Doobie stuff to bid on and it's going to a great cause! LA attendee's GET READY TO ROCK!!! See you in LA!!! Lori
Re: Laughlin 2002?
I joined up just before Laughlin, and couldn't make it. So the chance to go to the place where it all began would be cool by me. With the advance notice we have, everybody all around the world should be able to fit it into their 2002 calendar. And let's see, 1997 to 2002 is five years. A 5 year anniversary bash sounds like a plan to me! -- Hearin' Their Tunes Always Has A Way Of Soothin' Out My Soul ___ ___ ___ \__\ \ __\ \_/ \_/ / \ _\/ \___/ /__\ \/ Cause Times Are Hard And Work Is Slow, But Their Music Keeps Me Whole
