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changed username to BobS Daniel Bienvenu: hello Bob BobS: Hi Daniel BobS: nobody here yet, eh? BobS: usually Richard is here right on time Daniel Bienvenu: I'm not here either... I'm finishing something then I will go chating. BobS: ok I have something to do for a few minutes also
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changed username to rich-c rich-c: hail and farewell rich-c: I am on the laptop, busy reinstalling windows on the desktop rich-c: once I get Java installed I will try to come on from there Daniel Bienvenu: hello rich... be right back... rich-c: meanwhile, I'm gone, be back later rich-c: please tell the others rich-c: see you soon, I hope!
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changed username to Pamela Pamela: good evening, gentlemen Daniel Bienvenu: hello pam Pamela: no Dad??? Pamela: I'm surprised Daniel Bienvenu: he was there. Daniel Bienvenu: he's reinstalling windows on his desktop Pamela: oh goodie this ought to be entertaining Pamela: I don't know why he doesn't just give up and start over Daniel Bienvenu: how can I know if you even don't know. Pamela: well he doesn't give easily, that's for sure Pamela: give up that is Pamela: Bob, you there? Daniel Bienvenu: he is there, and not at the same time... having something to do now. Daniel Bienvenu: I'm also working on something Pamela: am I the only one with nothing else to do tonite? That's sad Pamela: I'm sure I could find something to do Pamela: but I'm tired Daniel Bienvenu: do you have a coleco emulator installed on your computer?
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changed username to rich-c Pamela: Hi Dad BobS: ah ha Richrd is BACK BobS: and on what I might ask ? Pamela: Bob, can I pick your brain for a few minutes? rich-c: yeah - guess who! made it! BobS: si BobS: and you are all onthe newly installed xp onthe desktop ???????
moved to room Meeting Place rich-c: I yam on the DESKTOP! Daniel Bienvenu: last week, I said that I will have a (kind of) surprise and I refused to talk about it otherwise it will ruins the surprise.
changed username to Dr. F BobS: hot dog !!!!!! Pamela: woo hoo,
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changed username to Guy B. BobS: ??????? Pamela: Hi Guy BobS: hey Guy Dr. F: Hey all. Daniel Bienvenu: What F. means Dr. F? rich-c: hi Guy Guy B.: Greetings from stormy Chicago BobS: got to be GuyF or Dr D rich-c: at a guess it's another Guy Dr. F: Dan: What the F. does Dr. F mean? :) BobS: no?????? Pamela: greetings, Gui BobS: so Richard tell us the story about using the desktop Daniel Bienvenu: I'm confuse BobS: comes with computing Daniel Dr. F: Dan: What are you confused about Dan? rich-c: not sure I can without melting the wires - like would you believe it took four tries just to boot into Windows tonight? BobS: see.......Dr D married Guy F and now we have..........................Dr F Pamela: Bob, I need to pick your brain about organizing the convention Dr. F: Dr. Frankenstein BobS: ok pam Guy B.: Bob, have any storms by you? BobS: not yet Guy rich-c: they are dumping on you again, Guy? Pamela: I need a) general advice Guy B.: It was pouring here. Finally let up, but one dog got awfully wet. Pamela: b) an understanding of the finances BobS: ok, general then rich-c: save a bit if that rain and send it here - we need some this week Pamela: c) who to speak to at hotels Guy B.: I have dinner in the over right now and Annie will be eating soon. Guy B.: oven that is. Dr. F: Pam: Best way to organize an event: Do it last minute, like 3 weeks before the actual convention, always works out! ;) Daniel Bienvenu: F for Frankenstein? you feel like this doctor bringing life from death parts? rich-c: OK, Guy has the most recent experience, so lean on him to write you and instruction book' BobS: should be a reservations co-ordinator or som3 suck Pamela: d) T-shirt and banners BobS: just calland ask to talk to someone about holding a small convention in their hotel, you will need some rooms and a small meeting room BobS: THAT will get you to the right person PRONTO Daniel Bienvenu: I'm working on the surprise I talked last week. so I will be quiet for a long period of time... starting now. rich-c: what about checking first with newspaper ads to see who's competing, and the local tourist bureau? BobS: email me a list Pam...........adamcomputer@yahoo.com rich-c: I'll bet the town tourist office in Niagara will inundate one with informationote I say information, not necessarily help BobS: best way, just call hotels that interest you from the outside looks, people you know who used it, internet ad promising the world......... Pamela: I spent some time surfing the Niagara Tourism website last night looking at available hotels - many of them don't have internet at all, or don't admit to it Pamela: they are also all very expensive, or don't admit to having meeting rooms Guy B.: You may want to try another town near Niagara Falls. BobS: tha is a problem Pamela: I think we may end up on the outskirts of Niagara Falls, either Fort Erie or possibly St. Catharines BobS: had taht in Chicago also BobS: so what, they would both work good probably Dr. F: outskirts are actually better. we can probably get a cheaper rate and nicer facilities...
moved to room Meeting Place rich-c: let's say when you start talking group bookings, the rack rate tends to lose weight rapidly Guy B.: Chicago is always high, that's why I went into the suburbs. Pamela: the biggest problem seems to be that Niagara Falls is a honeymoon town - not many hotels are geared towards business
changed username to Judy Guy B.: HI Judy BobS: dont you know of anyone who hotels it and was there in Niagara Falls recently ? rich-c: in fact, many will even offer a group rate on their rate card on the net Judy: Hello everyone BobS: coudl be a problem....... Guy B.: Cubs are underway after a rain delay. rich-c: hello Judy Pamela: I looked at a Travelodge last night, it looked like a good bet till I realized they were asking $400 (!!!!!) a night! Pamela: Hi Judy Guy B.: AHHHHH! Judy: that doesn't sound very good rich-c: think that seems a bit high Pamela: ya think???!!! Judy: you don't have to be right near the Falls Pamela: I'm going to have to get on the horn and start calling some of these places rich-c: Pam, look at the travel secions in the Star and Globe - they often offer very attractive rates Pamela: and it will take some time to learn what questions to ask Pamela: I wish I knew someone in the hotel business BobS: go to the hotel websites of major hotels........l.like Holiday Inn, Comfort Inns, Red Roof Inn, etc BobS: use the net girl, it is easier.......email them
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changed username to GuyFfff Guy B.: Hi Guy F Judy: Hi, GuyF Pamela: not at that price, Guy rich-c: hello Guy Guy B.: Dr F has to be Dr D then Pamela: if we're going to keep it under $400 a person I'm going to have to do some hard bargaining Pamela: no, that's Guy F Pamela: I can tell by the way he answers questions GuyFfff: We're both me. rich-c: he just reentered under his own name Guy B.: Well, he's on twice Pamela: aiming for twins, Gui? rich-c: we can deal with that Guy B.: We have to knock one of you off
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BobS confirmed ban GuyFfff: Cool... Guy B.: Now we know who's who now BobS: Tues Oct 15th @ Days Inn 5 minutes from the falls.........$63 CA rich-c: maybe we show rename GuyF the Fos ;-) Pamela: which brings me to another question. How do you handle cost overruns - I can't afford to be footing extra dollars BobS: 2 Queen Beds / Non-Smoking / Fridge/CoffMkr/Iron/Hrdry/Clk Radio/ Free Parking/Free Continental Break GuyFfff: Hahaha, The Fos... Fozzy bear or Fonzie Fonzerelli? BobS: no cost overrins, that is WHY you need to plan it ALL out in advance Guy B.: Aieeee! BobS: WE GOTT TALK hon Pamela: but that's October Bob rich-c: Foster's lager, maybe? BobS: just a stab at a price, nothing serious Guy B.: Pam, what dates have you got in mind or you don't know yet? GuyFfff: I don't like being associated with bad beer, thank you. Pamela: try July and see how much the price goes up Pamela: I figure it's going to have to be in the summer because that's the only time those who teach and those who have kids can attend rich-c: not that bad, Guy, just that it's brewed upside down Guy B.: Ok, folks. I'm taking a time out for dinner I'll return GuyFfff: Great initiative Pam, but in 11 months so many things can change, you might end up paying a premium on the hotel just to be able to reserve it 11 months in advance. BobS: price is up a lot pam Pamela: Heck Guy, some of the places I looked on the web are already booked for next July! rich-c: my experience with innkeepers is that the more lead time they get the more generous they are with discounts BobS: email me yoru address Pam Pamela: Bob, I'm a phone person, I'll probably call you instead. Pamela: I will email and confirm your phone number. BRB GuyFfff: It's like booking vacation packages. If you want to reserve waaaaaaaaay ahead of time, it costs you more than if you reserve a few weeks beforehand. BobS: hotels.com is a great site........or expedia.com..........or yahootrave.com BobS: yahootravel.com BobS: let your fingers do the walknig with emails rich-c: I don't think she should look at making reservations before say next March Pamela: Bob, just sent that e-mail Pamela: all you have to do is tell me yes or no Judy: we always had the hotel before the end of the year, you don't have to put any money down but then you know that you have a place to stay Pamela: well i guess if i'm wrong, you'll have to give me the right one : ) GuyFfff: How did Neil end up with the Adamcon? Was he on budget or did he fork out some cash from his pocket? Pamela: I have no idea how he did for money Guy, he hasn't said rich-c: I believe from what he said and some finagling with our account, he came out as even as he cares about rich-c: I suspect Neil fussed about a small profit or loss about s much as the rest of us would on our personal balances BobS: THAT'S THE ONE PAM Pamela: okay, I'll have to give you a call in the near future and chat BobS: ok BobS: ok GuyFfff: It was a nice Adamcon, I was very satisfied with it. The hotel was not as good at the Whitby hotel though, but it was fine. Pamela: what nights are better or worse? Judy: that sounds good BobS: hmmm.......this week, Fri, Sat not good, Mon night be gone, other wise open Pamela: well I'll try and if I don't reach you, I'll leave a message Judy: we sound a little busy, don' Judy: t Judy: we Pamela: you're allowed to have a life Judy : ) rich-c: hey Judy, is my funny key catching? 8-) BobS: Fri = birthday night, Sat = Judy folks, Mon = my dad Judy: not with the homework that I have to do and I have to get ready for another exam BobS: tis like stuttering Pamela: it's that stupid enter key again GuyFfff: Allright ladies and gents, I just finished a 14 hrs shift at work and am dead beat... must grab some sleep before I wake back up again at 5:00 AM tomorrow morning. rich-c: so Guy, you're being very quiet down there - what gives? Pamela: gets in the way when you're typing on a laptop Judy: yes, I had trouble with that also Pamela: ick, guy Pamela: 5:00 am that is Guy B.: Dinner rich-c: OK, Guy, getting the message loud and clear - a man needs his sleep Pamela: get some sleep Pamela: Guy BobS: YIKES Guy Pamela: see there's that enter key again rich-c: so we shall see you next week GuyFfff: A la semaine prochaine!
GuyFfff left chat session BobS: say HI to Sandra BobS: too late Judy: just got home from class and I am done in Judy: night Guy Pamela: Bob, I'm going to put together a list of questions and I'll e-mail you so you have some time to think about them before I ask them in person rich-c: yes, that's always fun, and lots still to go I gather rich-c: Pam, where are the Drushels tonight, any idea? Pamela: dunno - thought Rin was going to be on but she may be housecleaning with Cynthia due to arrive on Friday Pamela: as for Rich, no idea rich-c: right, Cynthia will be staying with Rin, won't she? Pamela: it also may be too late for Erin - she's up really early these days for a 7:00 am phone meeting rich-c: any idea when you-all will be going up to Thunder Beach? Pamela: yes she will Dad Pamela: dunno, that's a problem right now rich-c: I think your mother is game anytime, and I won't be coming anyway - three family females would be too many Pamela: I figured this would be a girl thing Dad Pamela: however, our trailer weekends have been switched and that could be a problem rich-c: I can stay home and try to rebuild the computer rich-c: oh, how long is Cynthia going to be here? BobS: "Bob, I'm going to put together a list of questions ".......................good, then call Judy: that sounds serious, Richard Pamela: until the 27th Dad rich-c: well, Windows was giving me more error messages than production, wouldn't accept the driver for the scanner
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changed username to james Guy B.: HI James BobS: so tell us Richard,................did you RELOAD Win XP after killing the hard drive ont he desktop ???????? Pamela: Hey James BobS: Hi James james: g'day rich-c: just forever crashing out and re-installing it didn't help, in fact made it worse rich-c: hello james Pamela: did you get everything and everyone home in one piece? : ) james: yup Judy: Doug and Bob are talking about doing that with my computer when I am done with classes and wipe out all the evolve stuff james: only took 30 hours Pamela: ouch Judy: they think that it is mucking up my computer rich-c: I did a clean install, Bob, let it do a full reformat of C and go in as original Judy: hi, james james: hello Pamela: so just how did you manage two ADAMs, one adult, one child and one suitcase? rich-c: well, Windows is a defective program, imho - it just keeps going wonky on you james: fortunately the luggage gets checked all the way through to narita james: so from narita i just sent it to my house rich-c: dare we ask what it cost to ship the Adams? james: packing was a pain to say the least BobS: full install fresh is a good way to go,,,,,,,you can't 'fix' the screwed up mess after windows blows it u[ BobS: up james: from narita airport, about $20 rich-c: tell me about it! BobS: may just go back, to Win98SE james: would anyone like some hot summer weather? BobS: NO rich-c: tonight with full new install it still took four tries before it booted - that's before I ewven got Java and antivirus in BobS: got it, cept for this weekend, it is supposed to get cool in the 70's and then warm up again Pamela: and folks, let me put this out there: I would like your input on the convention - wish lists, pet peeves etc., what works, what doesn't. Send me an e-mail and let me know. Pamela: no thanks James, we just got rid of some Judy: no, we have had enough really hot, it rather humid tonight but cooler james: it's been 30+ for a couple weeks now Guy B.: Cooler here too rich-c: I zstill have 98SE as well and I admit I am sorely tempted rich-c: but Windows behaved after I booted up and ran Ubuntu for a bit rich-c: I don't think Bill Gates likes competition Judy: we sure did have a beautiful week-end, though did a little boating and played in the water, was great Pamela: how was Doug and Meeka's weekend at the grandparents, Judy? Pamela: and has Doug seen a dr yet? Judy: good, her brother left this morning back to Florida Judy: he has been staying with them all summer Pamela: nice rich-c: I guess that's a good sign Judy: I think she will miss him Pamela: I would imagine so Pamela: James are you a/c'd at home and at the school? Pamela: am I still here? Guy B.: Ok, I'm back Pamela: yes Pamela: never mind Judy: yes, you are Pam Pamela: what was for dinner Guy? Guy B.: Chicken Pamela: num rich-c: these days you sometimes have to add, "or, that's what it tasted like" 8 - ) rich-c: it might have been packed in China... BobS: expired bird??????? BobS: yes, this China thing with food is really scary james: sorry to space out james: yes, i've got a/c here BobS: and now they say that the toothpaste in high end hotels is made inChina dn tainted Pamela: s'okay James BobS: ya'll still there?????? Pamela: Bob I think what the news Judy: am I still on? Pamela: is leaving ot BobS: huh? james: i'm gonna have to bail james: too much stuff to get through here BobS: ok james be good, say hi to the family Judy: night James Pamela: darn, it's hard to type iwht one hand Guy B.: Nite James rich-c: take it easy james, get you next week Pamela: nite James james: will do. have a good evening everyone Judy: why are you typing with only one hand? BobS: and not get food on the keyboard with the other.................... rich-c: we'll work on it james: *poof*
james left chat session Pamela: juice bar on a stick Judy: oh, I see Pamela: anyway what I was going to say was Pamela: I suspect that what the news reports are leavign out is Pamela: that there is an ingredient in antifreeze that may be in the toothpast Pamela: e BobS: no I saw taht, now that you mention it......they calledit by the generic name though Pamela: glycol? BobS: methyl glycol or somthing rich-c: ethelene glycol, Bob Judy: does make you wonder what is going on over there BobS: BUT the good news.........the reporter tahat blew the whistle on the factory putting cardboard in the food product was discredited and admits he lied about it rich-c: the Austrians tried using it tov sweeten wine a few decades back and blew themselves right out of the market worldwide Daniel Bienvenu: almost finish... be right back BobS: oops BobS: that would give the wine a sweet tart taste, a kind of sweet and sour Pamela: sn't it a type of alcohol Pamela: ? BobS: yup rich-c: no, chemically related but that's irrelevant BobS: kinda like "wood" alcohol which will kill ya rich-c: aka methyl alcohol, or methanol - you can run a car on it Pamela: I meant that type, not the drinkable type Pamela: what, put toothpaste in the gas tank? : ) BobS: ok that works rich-c: well, you can buy a car that runs on E85 - 85% ethanol, 15% gas Pamela: after all we use rubbing alcohol as a disinfectant on all sorts of things that later go in our mouths Pamela: as long as you don't swallow, it won't hurt you Pamela: and as far as I know, most people don't take toothpaste internally rich-c: yes, but that's isopropyl alcohol and iirc a good disinfectant - and cleaner Daniel Bienvenu: hmmm, well, I will probably finish around 23h. rich-c: it may even be the stuff that hospitals use for hand cleaning Pamela: what are you doing Daniel? rich-c: take your time Daniel, I just got my beer - a fine bottle of Boreale Daniel Bienvenu: I'm completing a game with a bunny and eggs. rich-c: unfortunately I don't have an Adam emulator any more - it got wiped with the rest of my drive Pamela: the hand cleaner is 62% ethyl alcohol - I just checked Russell's bottle rich-c: really? ethanol? that's interesting Pamela: that's what is says Pamela: it's the active ingredient rich-c: you do know that the alcohol in alcoholic drinks is ethanol, don't you? Pamela: also contains as inactive ingredient, propylene glycol rich-c: the other 38% is stuff to make it too sickening for the rubbies to drink Pamela: and soften your hands, and make it smell pretty rich-c: yeah, that too Judy: I am going to sign off, just to tired can''t keep my eyes on the computer, so night all until next week rich-c: I'd better get used to it - I will be back in hospital later this year I expect Pamela: also triethanolomine (man, that printing is small!) rich-c: goodnight Judy, sleep tight Pamela: night Judy Judy: for what? rich-c: oh, my hernia finally popped, so now it will need surgery BobS: ahso, it was a hernia after all Pamela: hey Dad, it's an outpatient procedure now, did you know?
Judy left chat session Pamela: a far cry from the ten days you spent in the hospital for it the first time BobS: and yo get to pick the color of the mesh don't yoyu ????? rich-c: yes, that it was, the ultrasound didn't show it (too coarse resolution?) but the doctor found it rich-c: well, around here the best clinic does not use mesh and outpatient cases are limited BobS: bummer rich-c: the doctor says I'm too high-risk a case for the specialty clinic to take me on BobS: can believe taht too Pamela: surprise, surprise rich-c: I will likely end up with the best part of a week in hospital, is my guess BobS: as long as you BEHAVE and get better, it will work out rich-c: as long as I get the really pretty, nice nurses... Pamela: Gee, do you think Dad has an eye for the ladies? : ) rich-c: well, I've got a truss which I hope will hold things in till I can get the operation Pamela: any idea how long you'll have to wait for the surgery Dad? rich-c: no, hope Dr. Santo has sent a referral to a surgeon, but haven't heard anything yet - only saw him Monday p.m. Pamela: nag him rich-c: I do know the Shouldice is talking November bookings, though Pamela: what's the Shouldice? rich-c: probably I should nag Noreen and Sandy Pamela: yes BobS: tell them you are in GREAT pain BobS: ;-) rich-c: a world-famous private specialty hernia clinic, Pam - does nothing else Pamela: where? rich-c: trust me, I am and they know it BobS: COOL rich-c: it's on Bayview about four lights north of Steeles Pamela: oh Pamela: knew I'd heard the name Pamela: but nothing else rich-c: yes, they are private but work within OHIP, one of very few that are like that rich-c: essentially, they are quite prepared to accept the provincial agreed fee schedule rich-c: anyway Dr. Santo says I'll be going to Sunnybrook, so I think he has a surgeon in mind Pamela: at least you know the nurses : ) Pamela: wonder if you'll end up on 4D again rich-c: yes, and many of them are - well, you know, you met them BobS: but I thought you just said you were going somewhere else rich-c: no, Shouldice is a well-known option, for routine cases rich-c: whether I could talk them into taking me is another question Pamela: now here's a question Dad, is this the same spot that you had the surgery on 20 -odd years ago?
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Pamela confirmed ban Pamela: I'm starting to think there's something to this dial up stuff Roberto: and that would be????? Pamela: I don't often get dumped when everyone else does Roberto: good or bad? rich-1: anyway Pam, Sunnybrook's numbering system is wing then floor, e.g. D4 Pamela: picky, picky Roberto: actually, it is just amatter of the star alignment, etc rich-1: I'm just relieved that it wasn't Windows crashing out on me again Pamela: ah, I wondered, Bob : ) Roberto: and now, are we still here? Roberto: up Roberto: yu[ Roberto: farn dingerws Pamela: I think we're just getting tired Pamela: I know I am, didn't sleep well last night Roberto: probably, the heat is getting to al of us rich-1: at least as all here as usual, which isn't very Roberto: seems like even if you have a/c, the heat takes it's toll rich-1: we are finding nights cool enough that an open window and exhaust fan suffices Pamela: no question Bob, our A/C doesn't quite keep up rich-1: in fact, by dawn we'll be pulling up the blankets Roberto: we turned our a/c off also Pamela: altho we've had the window open and the fan going for the last few nights Pamela: fresh air is always preferable rich-1: unless there's a skunk in a defnsive mood oputside Pamela: tis warm in here at the moment, though rich-1: ditto but then the computer is hot and so is the light even though it's only 23w Guy B.: Well folks, I have updates to WinXP to install and will be taking Annie out soon. Cubs are still playing. So, I'll see you all next week. Pamela: night Guy Pamela: hope your Cubs do well rich-1: OK Guy, goodnight then and see you next week Roberto: nite guy Pamela: (PRIVATE) hugs to you Guy B.: (PRIVATE) Me too Guy B.: Poof
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Roberto left chat session rich-1: ok, you be careful Pamela: well Papa, is there a football game tomorrow nite? rich-1: that leaves us with Daniel - he says he has a surprise, but can we wait? Pamela: he's still working on his game I think rich-1: this is a bye week, Pam, only two games both out west and late Pamela: okay then I'll call tomorrow night and we can try some planning rich-1: your mother will be quite relieved rich-1: OK sounds good, hope Daniel will be understanding about our abandoning him Pamela: I hope so too. Pamela: I'm getting tired, didn't sleep well last night at all rich-1: then goodnight daughter, hear from you tomorrow Pamela: gnite Daddy, sleep tight Pamela: kerpoof rich-1: colour me gone Pamela: gnite Daniel!
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