Literotica Real Life Get -Together

[Earthgoddess]

Euro Hostel

Hecate and all other poor Europeans we have a small and humble home but if this all works out Dionysus and I would be happy to put up a few folks-depending on timimg and wedding location....Hecate we'd put you up any ole time*kisses*

 

[Lasher]

Nicole, organizing something like this would be a tiresome and thankless job, and honestly I just don't have the time or patience for it right now. Fortunately, since it's going to be tied in with the wedding, a lot of the organizing will be taken care of.

Angelique, I'm gonna be sending you another email here in a little while, with some thoughts that might help you out. It's only less than 2 years since my wife and I planned our wedding - and seeing as we paid for 90% of it out of our own pockets, I might have some ideas that'll help.

Some thing I would suggest to everyone here - if you're thinking about going, as soon as possible let the poor girl know which way you're leaning. Don't tell her "We'd love to come and we'll do everything we can to make it.." Really think about it and decide right now what the chances are of you being able to attend, and let her know. The quicker she can get a tenative guest list together, the easier it will be for her to plan - especially if she knows who exactly will be attending.

A second thing I would suggest is that we pick one hotel, either near where the wedding is going to take place, or near the airport (Cleveland is going to be the logical place for most people to fly into) - by doing that we should be able to reserve a block of rooms at a discounted rate, and arrange for shuttle service to and from the hotel on the day of the wedding.

Another option here is that, with both Wizard and I driving in from the Pittsburgh area, if enough people would want to fly into Pittsburgh and ride up with us on the morning of the wedding, I might be willing to rent a van and provide shuttle service of my own, LOL. Although, if enough people were inclined to fly into Cleveland on Friday, I'd probably come up there myself on Friday and let the partying begin early.

If anyone has any thoughts or questions on this, feel free to email me at lasher99@telerama.com . I'll be more than happy to help with making travel arrangements - plus any questions people might have on what type of clothes to pack, and things to do and see in the area.

 

[Lasher]

Oh, one other thing I was thinking of. For those of you who would like to travel from Europe and are worried about airfare - both US Airways (mostly to and from Pittsburgh), and Northwest Airlines (typically thru Detroit, not too far from where the festivities are taking place) send out weekly emailings on discounted airfares for internet purchase only (US Airways calls them E-Savers, Northwest calls it's program Cybersavers). I've seen airfares as low as $250 USD from roundtrip to and from Pittsburgh and the European cities US Airways serves (Paris, Frankfurt and London, I believe). I subscribe to both of these email services and if I see anything I'll be sure to post it. Typically these fares are very restrictive, and are very time sensitive as far as purchase is concerned. But I will pass on anything good as it comes up.

 

[Earthgoddess]

Since dionysus and I have done this marriage thing twice-both times really inexpensively and fun...we too would be happy be of aid...we live near BWI and would also be happy to assist with road tripping-has a date been set?

 

[Endlessly]

*deep breath*

Well, seeing as how I love Xander, and I'm liking Angelique more and more every time I see her post (Thanks for the E-mail! *big hugs*), I'll say this:

One: I'm a minion of the Park Gatherings department at the-park.com and have tons of experience with organizing this sort of thing.. Hell, Angelique; if I can get a dozen teens to Canada in less than two months, I'll be more than happy to do what I can to help you plan with this.. interesting.. aspect of your wedding.

Two: Lasher's right; we have to think about the expense for Angelique and Xander. True, we'd be paying our own hotel rates, plan fare, etc.. But weddings aren't free, my friends. We don't want her to plan for 200 and get 20, you know? Don't say you're positively going unless you're sure.. And A&X, sweeties, I'd suggest coming up with an RSVP cutoff date.

Orginazation-wise: The best way to get a cheap rate on a hotel is for everyone to stay in the same hotel and to talk to said hotel ASAP. Usually if you sweet-talk the manager a couple months in advance, they'll give you a great rate. The pitfall with that idea, however, is that usually the rate requires everyone to stay for the same duration. You guys might want to make it a week-long activity-bash or something, but me personally, I think I might be able to come down for the weekend (please God tell me it's on a weekend), or for a few days at most.

(Unless it's during the month of December.. Did you say it was in December, Xander? 'Cause I've got almost that entire month off at my college.)

So that's enough rambling for me.. Thought I'd toss it out.

 

[Lasher]

My wife and I did this for our wedding - reserved a block of rooms for Friday and Saturday night, and saved our guests about 20%, plus we had a free shuttle bus at our disposal for 2 hours before the wedding, and for 2 hours later in the evening to return people from the reception.

It is something that definitely needs to be done asap, and I would suggest that it be held to Friday and Saturday nights, with anyone staying before or after that responsible for their own arrangements on those nights.

 

[Jade]

about the hotel

Yeah, I am all about group rates but can we go for something that isn't to expensive in the first place? (eg: no on the marriott!!?)

 

[Lasher]

Absolutely. Again, to throw the example of my own wedding in everyone's face. We used a Days Inn - normal rate was $79.99 a night, we got our guests in at $62. The only requirements I would think would be that it be a reputable chain, and have a Lounge/Bar for post reception partying.

 

[Wizard]

Let me know lasher I'll shuttel if well need to , I can put six others in my van now plus bags so I'll help any way I can. We will probally head out on friday too to join in the partying also.

[Edited by Wizard on 07-09-2000 at 07:48 PM]

 

[Angelique]

Ya' know guys...I'm still completely overwhelmed with each and every one of the posts here! But I'm going to do my best to shed some light on the subject without sounding like a babbling idiot. And I promise, no tears on this particular post.

Xander and I have decided today, that we would like to have the wedding and reception at the same place. We've talked about it and feel that it would be easier for all of our out of town guests if we held the wedding and reception at a local hotel.

Now, since I live near Akron, there are several hotels that I'll need to check into before I can e-mail each of you with the information. (Take into account guys, we've only been engaged for a week...hardly enough time for me to plan anything...LOL)

Please know that we do realize the cost involved here for each person/couple, and we sincerely appreciate the fact that so many of you would like to attend. We will make it as convenient and economical as possible for everyone...promise!

I'll do my best to answer as many questions as I can, here on the board, however, e-mails are certainly welcomed from any of you who have specific questions on the wedding date, as we won't be posting that on the board.

Again, thank you all so much for your posts, and for wanting to share in our celebration. We truly appreciate it!

 

[Oliver Clozoff]

The only requirements I would think would be that it be a reputable chain, and have a Lounge/Bar for post reception partying.

You might want to add an additional requirement considering the attendees:

complete orgy accomodations (including trapezes, branding irons, and those little garbage bag twist-tie thingies. can anyone think of other "necessities"?)

 

[SimplySouthern]

speculum and stirrups for all those free exams you have offered?

 

[Oliver Clozoff]

Hmmmmm... there's an interesting thought. I thought this trip was for business, not pleasure though.

Oh wait, I almost forgot. Your pleasure IS my business.

[Edited by Oliver Clozoff on 07-09-2000 at 08:35 PM]

 

[SimplySouthern]

*Blushing* Gonna tell everyone again what a great lay I am?

On another note...let me know when this little shindig will be going down. I would love to attend if time allows!

 

[April]

Just a quick thought. Sharing rooms to bring down the price. That is a personal issue, though, so I'll just leave it right there.

 

[Svedish_Chef]

I think the rooms are less of a problem than the airfares ... esp for me in OZ but anyway.

Just make sure its a good one...

Da Chef

 

[CreamyLady]

I regret that I will not be attending, but wish everyone well.

 

[Flagg]

When two become one

Xander + Angelique: Fucking amazing! I'm really really happy for you both. I don't know you Angelique but me and Xander have been around for quite a while. What are you going to tell the kids:

"Oh yes, your father and I met on a porn site when we were younger!"

As for weddings, I doubt many of us europeans could make it which is a real shame. But what about the likes of Carl, Roger, Sabrina, Steve, Golden, etc giving you a stag night to remember eh?!! (Amsterdam me thinks )

Well done again!

 

[Angelique]

What to tell the family???

Flagg,

Funny you should mention it...I had given a lot of thought on what to say when people ask how Xander and I met, and I've come to the conclusion that there really is only one easy way to tell my OVERLY conservative family.

This site, while of a sexual nature, is geared towards writers, as well as readers. Therefore, when my folks asked me how we met, I simply told them we met on a writers site. Now, that's not entirely untrue here...both Xander and I do write. My folks do know that I write fiction...they're just not aware of what KIND of fiction, mind you.

Forgive me Laurel, but I haven't recommended this site to ANY of my family, for obvious reasons. Needless to say, I think this site is the most incredible site on the web, and I do recommend it to other friends, Sierra being the prime example here.

Once again, let me thank each and every one of you for your posts and e-mails. Even now, two days later, I'm still overwhelmed with the amount of support that we've received from everyone here. You guys really are the best, and we sincerely appreciate the effort each of you is putting in to be here and share this momentous occasion with us.

One final note...yes, we have set a date for the wedding, however we've opted not to post it here on the board. The wedding will be held here in Ohio. For any of you wishing to share in the celebration with us, you are more than welcome. We would be honored to have you attend. Our only request is that you e-mail us to obtain specifics.

We will need to get a final count on the number of people who will definitely be attending, therefore, we kindly ask that a commitment be made by July 31st.

Again, thank you all...you've warmed our hearts with your congratulations and well-wishes.

 

[Katerina Val-Kyrie]

Angel, you know I can't attend your wonderful event, but please know, my thoughts will be with you both on your special day.

Hugs KitKat

 

[Dixon Carter Lee]

I wish I could make it. (Thanks for your e-mail Angelique). I hope you both have a blast.

Now, I see the ceremony done completley on lap-tops in a Literotica Chat Room:

PRIESTDUDE: Do take this woman to be your layfully wedded wife?

GUEST ON AISLE: "layfully". Freudian slip, dude.

PRIESTDUDE: Damn it! I'm a clergyman, not a typist...

BARTENDER: Any ladies wanna fuck after the reception?

[EARNESTLOVER has just loggged on]

XANDER: Security!

ANGELIQUE: Scroll damn it! Scroll!

ANGELIQUE'S MOTHER: This doesn't LOOK like a writer's web site...

PRIESTDUDE: Do you take this woman to be your lawfully bedded wife?

GUEST ON AISLE: He did it again!

PRIESTDUDE: Damn it to hell! I can NOT type!

SLINKY GAL: Hello everyone. I'm new to chat. What do these icons mean?

USHER: Shh! PM me and I'll tell you.

PRIESTDUDE: Do yiu tek thiz woomann to be your lawfullyy wedded orangutang?

GUEST ON AISLE: He's killing me!

PRIESTDUDE: Son of a bitch!

XANDER: Angelique, maybe we should scrap the Chat Room idea.

ANGELIQUE: SCROLL DAMN YOU! SCROOOOOOLLLLLL!

 

[Hecate]

*ROFL*

Now that sure would be adding some spice to it *lol*
Tahnks - just the cheering up I needed after a bitch of a day

 

[Xander]

ROTFLAMO Dixon you nut!!!!

 

[Angelique]

LMAO@DCL!!!

Dixon, darling, thank you for making me laugh today...you do have a way of doing that, ya' know.

 

[Siren]