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The money I spent for Brickfest was definitely worth it. I didn't spend too much since I drove down from Baltimore every day, but I guess $60 for gas, tolls, and food, not counting $100 or so spent on 2 T-shirts and LEGO purchases. I wouldn't mind (...) (26 years ago, 13-Jun-00, to lugnet.org.us.wamalug)
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(...) I think so. When I was deciding to go, I sort of spread the cost of Brickfest across savings I had made earlier in the year, such as Mindfest (which I went to free on frequent flier tickets) and prom (~$120 paid by my mom (for tux & entrance). (...) (26 years ago, 13-Jun-00, to lugnet.org.us.wamalug)
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(...) ^^ LOL! (...) OK, thanks. --Bram Bram Lambrecht.........Br...L@JUNO.com (URL) (26 years ago, 13-Jun-00, to lugnet.org.us.wamalug)
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(...) Same here. I had $60 worth of SW sets waiting for me at the fest (thanks, Jeff!!), which was actually more like $240 worth... :-) So I restrained myself to a 70 bucks buy at the Store. I would've gotten more if my wallet hadn't been (...) (26 years ago, 13-Jun-00, to lugnet.org.us.wamalug)
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(...) Allthough us lonelsome people who were watching the cams and chatting in Brick LUG Chat decided we got so many pics we were gonna have a 'name that butt' contest! Boy were we bored! I cant rtemember who but one of us was saving the transcripts (...) (26 years ago, 13-Jun-00, to lugnet.org.us.wamalug)
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here it is... (URL) I had a great time!! Thanks, WAMALUG, for having us! (26 years ago, 13-Jun-00, to lugnet.org.us.wamalug)
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(...) Actually, one might more correctly say it was very hot! :-) (...) I mostly agree here (if a perfect place can be had for free, perhaps one could still do a free event). Another thing that plays into go ahead and charge: prizes were supplied (...) (26 years ago, 13-Jun-00, to lugnet.org.us.wamalug)
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(...) I agree. Like Chris mentioned, a 24-7 place would be great too-- who needs sleep anyway?! That would also save on hotel prices, so I'd gladly pay admission. <grin> As mentioned, having the meals a bit more organized would be nice. My (...) (26 years ago, 13-Jun-00, to lugnet.org.us.wamalug)
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(...) of course. (The (...) This wouldn't be as much a down-side if it's also where the K8s were dumped. What could be better: munchies, soda (and other liquid refreshment?), LEGO, and friends? Chris (26 years ago, 13-Jun-00, to lugnet.org.us.wamalug)
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I'll tack this on to an existing thread: A great time had by all, and a weekend of great fun for me. Though others have said it, I'll say it again: Thanks and kudos to Denise Jadud and Stephen Roberts for their great organizational efforts and (...) (26 years ago, 13-Jun-00, to lugnet.org.us.wamalug)
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Shiri Dori wrote in message ... (...) there (...) Something I'd like to see is comments on the game from as many players as possible. If someone could nominate themselves to collect anonymous comments if necessary that would be nice. I plan to (...) (26 years ago, 13-Jun-00, to lugnet.general, lugnet.org.us.wamalug, lugnet.gaming, lugnet.pirates)
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(...) I'll insert mine as a contrast... (...) $0: I brought my station wagon which could have help substantially more than I brought. (...) $18. (...) Right, I think we figured it as $87.25 or something. (...) roughly: - $2 for two burritos from (...) (26 years ago, 13-Jun-00, to lugnet.org.us.wamalug)
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(...) I'll join in, if you don't mind. (my pics should be on later tonight-- working on it). (...) Same here! I had an all-around fab time. (...) Ooooh, I must say that the _Gloire_ was truly awesome in size and features. Lindsay did a great job on (...) (26 years ago, 13-Jun-00, to lugnet.general, lugnet.org.us.wamalug, lugnet.gaming, lugnet.pirates)
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(...) The order of Denise and Stephen is actually an example of some of the problems with understanding who was in charge. I wasn't aware that Denise was top dog until arriving and Stephen mentioning something about it. Outside of that mention, the (...) (26 years ago, 12-Jun-00, to lugnet.org.us.wamalug)
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(...) Oops, correction on the gas price... It was more like $50, partially due to needing to fill up in DC at $1.60 something per gallon (v.s. $1.47 or so at home). (26 years ago, 12-Jun-00, to lugnet.org.us.wamalug)
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(...) Yes, the rate was $20 per day cheaper than their regular rate (for comparison, their discount for internet registration was $10 per day cheaper than regular). (...) I agree on all counts. Moving events are good for the annual meeting of a (...) (26 years ago, 12-Jun-00, to lugnet.org.us.wamalug, lugnet.org.us.nelug)
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I haven't dealt with my pictures yet, but I thought I'd drop in some reflections on the past weekend. I'm really glad I marked off the weekend for Brickfest back when the date was first announced. I really had a great time, and it's nice to finally (...) (26 years ago, 12-Jun-00, to lugnet.loc.us.nc, lugnet.general, lugnet.org.us.wamalug, lugnet.gaming, lugnet.pirates)
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(...) delineated (...) Kevin, Is it possible to get a higher viepoint for the cams ? When viewing there were quite a few views of peoples 'rear sections' at times. Also seen was a face with a protruding tongue shortly before the cam moved to an (...) (26 years ago, 12-Jun-00, to lugnet.org.us.wamalug)
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In lugnet.org.us.wamalug, Christopher L. Weeks writes: (many good suggestions snipped) (...) For the record, the only thing I was in charge of was setting up the stuff I brought, and keeping the webcams running. Denise and Stephen (in that order (...) (26 years ago, 12-Jun-00, to lugnet.org.us.wamalug)
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(...) I'm pretty sure that the price we paid was a discounted rate for brickfest. Isn't that right? (...) Personally, I hope that it does not move around. I hope that WAMALUG maintains enough interest to perpetuate the event annually. If you want (...) (26 years ago, 12-Jun-00, to lugnet.org.us.wamalug, lugnet.org.us.nelug)
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