Who all is going to St. Louis?

Nick Reed · Post by **Nick Reed** » 6 Jun 2008 11:36 am

Well not me. . . .this year anyway. This will be our first missed convention in 9 years. The high gas prices have put a halt to us being able to make it this time. Besides, Linda has decided to go back to college and work on her degree. So I'm gonna take the money we'd spend going to St. Louis and put it toward her schooling. Also, I'm scheduled to work at the station labor day weekend. I'll really miss seeing you guys. Hope those of you going have a great time.

Nick

Roger Crawford · Post by **Roger Crawford** » 6 Jun 2008 12:29 pm

Nick,
We'll miss seeing you guys this year. If money gets tight, just sell me one of those beautiful Emmons you have hangin' around!
Roger

Walter Stettner · Post by **Walter Stettner** » 6 Jun 2008 2:03 pm

I already have all my bookings confirmed...

Kind Regards, Walter

Jim Taylor · Post by **Jim Taylor** » 6 Jun 2008 3:37 pm

I also have all of my bookings confirmed.

Jack Stoner · Post by **Jack Stoner** » 6 Jun 2008 3:44 pm

Being retired and not "independently wealthy" my wife and I will not be doing any traveling this summer and sadly that includes a trip to St Louis for the convention.

We are not in the "poor house", just the costs of traveling, including lodgings, are prohibitive for anything except a "must travel" situation.

Laurie Ayres · Post by **Laurie Ayres** » 6 Jun 2008 4:53 pm

Nick: Roy and I will miss you and your wife! We are also registered and airline tickets are gotten early at much cheaper prices! Walter, we can't wait to see you again. We just couldn't drive it anymore. Just to far. Best to you Nick and your wife. We hope to see you again soon. Hugs, Laurie

Bill Moran · Post by **Bill Moran** » 6 Jun 2008 5:30 pm

I think Scotty should set up a tour bus type
deal for the people that can't buy enough gas
for the trip !!
This is the first year I will not have to work
sense the 25th steel show. Now I can't afford
to buy the $1000. in gas. Obama will fix it
for next year.

Michael Johnstone · Post by **Michael Johnstone** » 6 Jun 2008 6:21 pm

Obama will fix it for next year.

He damn well better or nobody's goin nowhere...

Regular is $4.40 around here at the moment and will hit $5 in two or three weeks I've been told.

JB Arnold · Post by **JB Arnold** » 7 Jun 2008 7:40 pm

I'll be next door, but I'll be there. Kind of like that otel better anyway.

JB

Chris LeDrew · Post by **Chris LeDrew** » 7 Jun 2008 7:51 pm

I may go. I have a gig that weekend but I'm thinking about getting a sub. I guess I'd better book a hotel!

Jim Bob Sedgwick · Post by **Jim Bob Sedgwick** » 7 Jun 2008 9:51 pm

Jack Stoner wrote:Being retired and not "independently wealthy" my wife and I will not be doing any traveling this summer and sadly that includes a trip to St Louis for the convention.

We are not in the "poor house", just the costs of traveling, including lodgings, are prohibitive for anything except a "must travel" situation.

What Jack said.

Bill Dobkins · Post by **Bill Dobkins** » 7 Jun 2008 10:23 pm

To all my fans, I've been invited back to play in the Derby room again this year. So both of you had better come.

Mike Perlowin · Post by **Mike Perlowin** » 8 Jun 2008 12:24 am

I have my hotel reservations, but have not yet booked my flight.

Unfortunately I also have some major unexpected expenses to deal with including a broken water heater and car repairs, and I might have to cancel.

Jerry Hayes · Post by **Jerry Hayes** » 10 Jun 2008 10:06 am

I missed last year but I do have my reservations and will definately be there. Also, I'm not wealthy but I'll be driving my little Buick Century that get's about 32 mpg so it might not be too bad. Mike, I hope you don't have to cancel I'll be bringing my old mandolin with me for you to check out!...JH in Va.

Nic du Toit · Post by **Nic du Toit** » 10 Jun 2008 11:02 am

I'll be standing somewhere 'round the back!

Mike Perlowin · Post by **Mike Perlowin** » 10 Jun 2008 12:04 pm

Jerry Hayes wrote:Mike, ...I'll be bringing my old mandolin with me for you to check out!...JH in Va.

Cool Jerry. Here are pictures of my 2 Rigels,

And here is the infamous "Mandocellocaster" made from a Squire.

But since (if I come)I'm flying and will be bringing my steel (I'm scheduled to play at the talent search) I won't be bringing any other instruments.

Hey Jerry, when I do my thing on the talent search, I want you to be one of my backup singers. The "Mike-ettes."

Ben Lawson · Post by **Ben Lawson** » 10 Jun 2008 4:37 pm

My brother Tom & I will be there.

Ben

Antolina · Post by **Antolina** » 10 Jun 2008 8:43 pm

This recent ridiculously high gas price increase has hit a lot of us hard. I really don't know if St. Louis will be in my plans this year.

Paul Wade · Post by **Paul Wade** » 11 Jun 2008 5:12 am

will try to make this year if i can get a room...

p.w

Tony Prior · Post by **Tony Prior** » 11 Jun 2008 5:28 am

not this year, did two in a row, they need a break from me

Jerry Hayes · Post by **Jerry Hayes** » 12 Jun 2008 7:16 am

Mike, I'd love to be one of the "Mike-ettes" but unfortately my mini skirt doesn't fit anymore. Thanks for the invite though.

Here's a shot of the mandolin I'll be bringing with me........JH in Va.

Bob Hoffnar · Post by **Bob Hoffnar** » 12 Jun 2008 12:56 pm

I will be there at the Tonealigner booth. Its a great scene. At this point I go just to see everybody and catch up.

Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 12 Jun 2008 7:20 pm

Nick, I'm sorry to hear that you and Linda won't be going.

I'll definitely be there.
Jeff Strouse is driving up there with me, we have our rooms at the Drury right next door to The Millennium.

I'm looking forward to playing a set in the Hawaiian show with L.T. Zinn and Doug Smith on Friday - and I'll be at our vendors' table with Herb Remington all day Saturday.
So stop by and buy something - a CD, a DVD, or a Remington Steelmaster . .

It's gonna be fun ! !

Mike Perlowin · Post by **Mike Perlowin** » 13 Jun 2008 8:46 am

Jerry Hayes wrote:Mike, I'd love to be one of the "Mike-ettes" but unfortately my mini skirt doesn't fit anymore.

No excuses Jerry. You're drafted!!!!!

Anybody wanna volunteer?

Chris Caruso · Post by **Chris Caruso** » 14 Jun 2008 4:21 am

Jessie and I will be there along with Frank and Stephanie. Can't wait!

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