[F] Ipswich Meet Report
Barry R
Tap,
Carol,
Dale,
Vicci,
Doc Vielgut,
Julia,
Jester (Andy Brown)
Darran + Nicky,
Harassed
Lottie,
PThomas,
Miq
Gid,
Suzi,
Barry R
(and Warwick & Meg from the Australia meet, in spirit)
Friday
Gid, Suzi, and Barry R arrived around 8:40, and were pleasantly
greeted by the household, (Tap, Carol, Dale & Vicci)
The group adjourned to the Fat Cat at about. 9pm, and drinks were
consumed with Gusto. Jester arrived at about half past 9, (via the
house), shortly followed by Jules and conversation soon turned to
such Geekhood subjects as lingerie, PHB's and the various comedy
songs that Gid can perform. Jules ordered her drink (a pint of
Hoegaardens) which promptly arrived in what looked like a bucket.
As the night wore on, with the consumption of more alcohol, subjects
such as Masochism, kinky underwear, and womens nipples were
broached. (At one point the group were discussing how sensitive a
womans nipples are, when one of the Barmaids walked past and gave
the group a look that can only be described as "astounded",
prompting a session of prolonged laughter, (Barry turned a very
becoming shade of red through lack of air).
A meeting at the conservatory before/during/after Pterry's signing
session was discussed, and some very twisted individuals came up
with "The Plan".
Saturday
The group started their day at about 9:30, with tea and toast served
to them by Dale and Vicci. (mmmm, very nice it was too). It was
remarked upon that both Jester and Barry did mornings well, and the
group laze^h^h^h^h relaxed until about 11:30 when a tour party
(consisting of Tap, Gid, Suzi, Jules, Jester and YHN) left to visit
the local brewery (Tolly Cobbold). Arriving at about 11:45 the group
had a quick refreshing pint, and at about 12:05 the tour began. It
started with a quick video with the technical details on how beer is
made, followed by a internal tour of the brewery including a quick
visit to the current brew house. Whilst on the tour, the Ultimate
LART was discovered. A cooper's tool weighing in excess of 40lbs was
shown to the group. It cannot be lifted easily by one hand, but
would permanently readjust any lusers attitude.
Finishing the tour at about 13:50, the group visited the gift shop,
buying various Items including chocolate (surprise!) and jam, then
sat down and enjoyed a hearty meal at the adjoining pub.
After Lunch the group returned to the house, but found it empty, as
the remainder of the family (as well as Doc, Alex, and Darran, who
had arrived by this time), had decided to visit The Fat Cat. The
newcomers were warmly welcomed by the tour group, drinks were
ordered, Chocolate was produced (as was some food from the local Co-
op) and the group settled down to do what afpmeets do best; eat,
drink, be merry, and geek.
During the afternoon the group was joined by Miq, but temporarily
lost a Darran (who had to meet his SO) and the group continued
enjoying the atmosphere of the pub. The day wore on, and the
temperature dropped, so the meet was transferred indoors. Lottie
arrived shortly after, and was very quickly hugged by all. The
evening wound on, and those in need of sustenance made their way to
the local takeaway, purchased their food, and retired to the house.
The rest of the group stayed in the pub (where Lottie became
AFPengaged to both Doc and Barry R) until closing time, and then
returned to the house whereupon they began to converse with those
others upon #afp. During the course of the night Miq decided to
depart, and eventually everyone made their way to bed, and soon all
were fast asleep.
Sunday
Again the day started with Tea served by Dale & Vicci, and everyone
sat around discussing various things until late in the morning when
it was decided that it was time to visit Felixstowe. Unfortunately
Lottie couldn't accompany us, and after we had warmly bade her
farewell we got into various cars, and set off. Once we had arrived
at Felixstowe the problem of finding a parking space was tackled.
The Convoy split up and eventually each found a space. the occupants
of two cars met up, and went in search of the remainder of the
group. Making it's way to the main street, most of the group bought
some fish'n'chips, and took up a strategic viewing position.
The members of the other group were located, and soon the local
arcade was invaded. Many people had a go on the tuppenny falls, as
well as the Daytona Racing game, the Air Hockey, (you're supposed to
keep the puck on the table PThomas), and the Super Sprint 2 game
(which was only 10p!).
Next the group made it's way to the Crazy Golf, and split into
groups consisting of;
Gid, Jester, Barry, Suzi,
Pthomas, Julia, Alex, Doc,
with Dale, and Vicci playing the course by themselves, and Tap and
Carol deciding to be the spectators.
(A quick report of the course and scorecards will be seperately
posted so that those of you who have a momentary laspe of judgement
can read it.) ;)
After the golf, the group made it's way to the seafront bat (with
really huge tv) and some members of the group enjoyed a quick drink.
The next step was to visit the beach, and throw stones into the
water. One member of the group decided that it would be fun to
gently throw tiny pebbles at another member of the group, but
unfortunately hit someone else, and then had to demonstrate his
ability to escape a lynch mob. :)
A Punch and Judy stall was next on the list of things to do, so
almost all of the group sat on the sea wall, and waited for the show
to start. Unfortunately one of that group will have to enlighten the
reader as to what happened, as YHN decided to miss it.
After the show it was decided to return to the house in order to get
ready for the visit to the pub, and an evening of folk-singing.
The group arrived at the pub at about 21:00ish, and commandeered two
tables and lots of chairs. The music was varied, and excellent, and
one of the highlights of the evening was when Gid gave a rendition
of "The French Are Coming To Get Us". After an evening of superb
entertainment, the group made its way back to the house and, after
consuming food lovingly prepared by Carol earlier, retired to the
sleeping areas and again slept.
Monday.
Tea was again a major source of energy for those people awaked by
Dale and Vicci, but as nothing was planned for the day it was served
as and when people made their way downstairs. It was noted that the
quotefile for the weekend was suprisingly small, and conversation
turned to the oncoming (or should that be incoming) DWCon 98, and
"The Plan". The morning wound on, Pthomas and Gid adjourned to the
pub to bid a quick farewell to the pub, [2] and eventually it was
decided that it was about time to start for home.
All goodbyes were made, hugs were given and received, and the DW
Con, or possibly a beer festival in Bedford at the beginning of
October was discussed as the most likely next meeting place. Final
goodbyes were made and the group containing YHN departed.
Barry R. B.F. The Official Sad Bastard (and meet reporter)
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[2] Pthomas even bought a round <gasp> :)
Carol
Bar...@compuserve.commie (Barry R) wrote:
> Attendees
> Friday
> A meeting at the conservatory before/during/after Pterry's signing
> session was discussed, and some very twisted individuals came up
> with "The Plan".
Mwahahahahahaha!!!!!
> Saturday
> The group started their day at about 9:30, with tea and toast served
> to them by Dale and Vicci. (mmmm, very nice it was too). It was
> remarked upon that both Jester and Barry did mornings well
At this point it should be mentioned that Barry R seems to absorb
geekdom everytime he is with a group of afpers - over the course of the
weekend he slowly forgets to leap out of bed at ridiculously early hours
and exercise and instead he lazes around waiting for the hugs to start.
Sadly it doesn't seem to be a permanent transformation and he's back
into bouncy mode before the next meet.
> After Lunch the group returned to the house, but found it empty, as
> the remainder of the family (as well as Doc, Alex, and Darran, who
> had arrived by this time), had decided to visit The Fat Cat. The
> newcomers were warmly welcomed by the tour group, drinks were
> ordered, Chocolate was produced (as was some food from the local Co-
> op) and the group settled down to do what afpmeets do best; eat,
> drink, be merry, and geek.
The landlord of the Fat Cat is to be highly commended - not only did he
have no objection to us bringing in food from the local co-op, he even
offered us plates to eat it off!
> Sunday
> The members of the other group were located, and soon the local
> arcade was invaded. Many people had a go on the tuppenny falls, as
> well as the Daytona Racing game, the Air Hockey, (you're supposed to
> keep the puck on the table PThomas), and the Super Sprint 2 game
> (which was only 10p!).
We would have bonked the crocodiles too but the machine was broken -
Thomas took a wonderful picture of Doc's leather-clad rear during the
Air Hockey *smirk*
> After the golf, the group made it's way to the seafront bar (with
> really huge tv) and some members of the group enjoyed a quick drink.
And the chance to sit on the weird legged bar stools
> A Punch and Judy stall was next on the list of things to do, so
> almost all of the group sat on the sea wall, and waited for the show
> to start. Unfortunately one of that group will have to enlighten the
> reader as to what happened, as YHN decided to miss it.
The combination of Afpers with Punch and Judy is probably best left to
your imaginations - just remember boys and girls, that as always the
loud response to and display of affection (such a two puppets 'kissing')
is to shout *VOM* - which of course we did.
> After the show it was decided to return to the house in order to get
> ready for the visit to the pub, and an evening of folk-singing.
And some hastily prepared food. Many thanks to Big Jules for doing the
dishes!!
> The group arrived at the pub at about 21:00ish, and commandeered two
> tables and lots of chairs. The music was varied, and excellent, and
> one of the highlights of the evening was when Gid gave a rendition
> of "The French Are Coming To Get Us".
All of Gid's songs were superb as always - but the locals (myself
excepted) put on a brave show too, the Hartlepool Monkey song was one of
my favourites for the night, as was The Farmer's Boy, and the Fred
Arnold song and the Nutting Maid....
> [2] Pthomas even bought a round <gasp> :)
But he's a poor student - he can't afford to buy rounds....
A couple of quotes what I did recall:
"Thighs isn't everything, Alex" Tap
"But what do you do in the bedroom Suzi?" Alex
"What is it that the German's do?" Alex
"Invade Poland!" Tap
"look good in leather trousers?" Carol
"You Hug-Slut!" (various people to various other people)
"Tart!" (everyone to Alex)
"Gid's got a bigger one" Darran
I'm sure there were others but I can't remember them
Carol
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jes...@innotts.co.uk
<MPG.105660539...@news.lspace.org>:
>Attendees
<list snipped>
>Friday
>Gid, Suzi, and Barry R arrived around 8:40, and were pleasantly
>greeted by the household, (Tap, Carol, Dale & Vicci)
>
>The group adjourned to the Fat Cat at about. 9pm, and drinks were
>consumed with Gusto.
Had he left by the time I arrived?
<snip>
> (At one point the group were discussing how sensitive a
>womans nipples are, when one of the Barmaids walked past and gave
>the group a look that can only be described as "astounded",
>prompting a session of prolonged laughter, (Barry turned a very
>becoming shade of red through lack of air).
So he claims 8-)
>A meeting at the conservatory before/during/after Pterry's signing
>session was discussed, and some very twisted individuals
who will hopefully remain nameless.
> came up with "The Plan".
<hack>
>
>A Punch and Judy stall was next on the list of things to do, so
>almost all of the group sat on the sea wall, and waited for the show
>to start. Unfortunately one of that group will have to enlighten the
>reader as to what happened, as YHN decided to miss it.
I think the most memorable moment was the chorus of *VOM*s which
greated Punch kissing Judy 8-)
Andy Brown
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Andy Fawcett
Bar...@compuserve.commie (Barry R) wrote:
> Attendees
> (and Warwick & Meg from the Australia meet, in spirit)
Who were contacted at the end of the Perth meet via telephone, and it
was good to hear that they were having a great time too!
Oh, a certain young lady from Canada was also spoken to :-)
[snip]
> After the golf, the group made it's way to the seafront bat
Seafront bat? Damn, I knew there was wildlife in Felixstowe, but...
> Barry R. B.F. The Official Sad Bastard (and meet reporter)
>
> --
> A member of the Harem, (and now an official hug-slut)
*cackle*
I wonder why you got given that title!
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Barry R
1998 21:45:11 +0100, Andy Fawcett wossnamed:
<jason woz ere>
>Barry R Wrote
>> Barry R. B.F. The Official Sad Bastard (and meet reporter)
>> --
>> A member of the Harem, (and now an official hug-slut)
>*cackle*
>I wonder why you got given that title!
I don't know. Im sure having 300% more hugs than anyone else has
nothing to do with it.
One of my favourite moments was when Vicci said to me
"Mum said you're a fitness geek!"
Wonder where that idea came from? ;)
Barry R. B.F. The Official Sad Bastard
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Carol
Bar...@compuserve.commie (Barry R) wrote:
> One of my favourite moments was when Vicci said to me
> "Mum said you're a fitness geek!"
> Wonder where that idea came from? ;)
*blush* I do so hope she never commented on what you were fit for
Carol
(It wasn't me that first used the term - someone else commented that the
fitness geeks were running up to the pier in order to search for Dale)
jes...@innotts.co.uk
<19980903....@afawcett.demon.co.uk>:
>In article <MPG.1057ee8a5...@news.lspace.org>,
> Bar...@compuserve.commie (Barry R) wrote:
>
>> One of my favourite moments was when Vicci said to me
>> "Mum said you're a fitness geek!"
>
>> Wonder where that idea came from? ;)
Well, he geeked *everything* else that weekend.
>
>*blush* I do so hope she never commented on what you were fit for
Carol? blushing?
>
>Carol
>
>(It wasn't me that first used the term - someone else commented that the
>fitness geeks were running up to the pier in order to search for Dale)
Now Hang on there! I don't remember us running, that was just a normal
walk. Anyway, I resent being called a fitness geek; it wasn't me who
was up exercising on Saturday morning.
And I'm not saying what else we were looking at on the way up to and
back from the pier 8-)
One more quote:
"Stop it, you're scaring me." - Tap, many times over the weekend.
Carol
> >*blush* I do so hope she never commented on what you were fit for
>
> Carol? blushing?
I have the impression that Vicci is going to have that effect a number
of times in the next few years....
Carol
Warwick
Andy Fawcett wrote in message <19980902....@afawcett.demon.co.uk>...
>In article <MPG.105660539...@news.lspace.org>,
> Bar...@compuserve.commie (Barry R) wrote:
>
>> Attendees
>> (and Warwick & Meg from the Australia meet, in spirit)
>
>was good to hear that they were having a great time too!
I'd just been on a wine tasting cruise down the swan river then had been
in the pub since 6:30pm so had by that point been drinking for 15 hours
I think my main contribution to the conversation was "Hello, I'v been
drinking for 15 hours!!!!!"
Warwick
Carol
> I'd just been on a wine tasting cruise down the swan river then had
> been in the pub since 6:30pm so had by that point been drinking for 15
> hours I think my main contribution to the conversation was "Hello, I'v
> been drinking for 15 hours!!!!!"
No, you were far less eloquent than that - or can't you type with a
drunken slurr?