Chloe Cougar joins the Gang!
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Chloe Cougar joins the Gang!
OK Twatwaffles, Imma join this forum even though I've no idea (as yet) whether I'm gonna make it to Forks2011 this year...
I SO want to! But, as I'm from the UK, costs may prevent... I have a hubs and two teenage sons, but frankly, if I say I'm going to Forks, then I'm going to Forks - woe betide anyone who stands in my way!
What would really help me, would be to know whether it's better for me to book a flight from London, UK to somewhere on the East Coast, and then book an internal flight to Seattle. Would that work out cheaper? Does anyone know?
Added to that, I haven't flown to the States in over 10 years - am I likely to be spending my entire time suffering from jet lag? If so, I'll need to look at extending my stay... any ideas?
Oh,and then there's that little issue of a roomie Any offers?
Cheers m'dears!
CC x
I SO want to! But, as I'm from the UK, costs may prevent... I have a hubs and two teenage sons, but frankly, if I say I'm going to Forks, then I'm going to Forks - woe betide anyone who stands in my way!
What would really help me, would be to know whether it's better for me to book a flight from London, UK to somewhere on the East Coast, and then book an internal flight to Seattle. Would that work out cheaper? Does anyone know?
Added to that, I haven't flown to the States in over 10 years - am I likely to be spending my entire time suffering from jet lag? If so, I'll need to look at extending my stay... any ideas?
Oh,and then there's that little issue of a roomie Any offers?
Cheers m'dears!
CC x
Chloe Cougar- Posts : 29
Join date : 2011-01-21
Re: Chloe Cougar joins the Gang!
I think you and ICY should come together..And then find out who else is going to be traveling from the UK..I'm sure there is someone..Keep searching I know things will work out Sweden_Sara will be traveling from the UK too.
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O_o - yes, well, Icy and I don't live that far apart... but she's a celeb and I'm notDouble_Dippin wrote:I think you and ICY should come together..And then find out who else is going to be traveling from the UK..I'm sure there is someone..Keep searching I know things will work out Sweden_Sara will be traveling from the UK too.
No matter... I'll watch how things develop!
CC x
Chloe Cougar- Posts : 29
Join date : 2011-01-21
*waves to Chloe*
Hey, bb! Well, if you end up coming and still need a roomie, as of right now, I have a spare bed (my original roomie ditched). Keep us posted!
musingbella- Posts : 7
Join date : 2011-01-22
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musingbella wrote:Hey, bb! Well, if you end up coming and still need a roomie, as of right now, I have a spare bed (my original roomie ditched). Keep us posted!
O_o! I feel it's all becoming real now! It would be just great to share with you! I won't know for a while yet, whether I can really make it, but if you could give me an idea of cost, that would help...
CC x
Chloe Cougar- Posts : 29
Join date : 2011-01-21
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Oh noes! I've already had a taker. It looks like I'm sharing a room with a gal named Darcy - she's around here somewhere - she PM'd me yesterday and I meant to come back over here and update my thread. Sorry! I'm sure others will need roommates, too, though - that's how it happened last year. But keep me posted, and I'll definitely try to help you hook up with someone!! (I mean, find a roomie, not "hook up" hook up. )
musingbella- Posts : 7
Join date : 2011-01-22
I have a room to share
Hi Chloe! I have a room with 2 queen beds booked and I need a roomie, so You are welcome to share. My intro is over on the intro thread for more about me. But I will also add that I don't smoke, do like beer, also don't like being hungover (don't want to waste my first FORKS pilgrimage being sick!), and make funny noises in my sleep (according to my husband)
Let me know what you think or if ya need more info!
Kristen
Let me know what you think or if ya need more info!
Kristen
mamaliciouscullen- Posts : 19
Join date : 2011-01-21
Age : 54
Location : Massachusetts
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And you're called Kristen? I can't believe my luck's in again
OK, Kristen, (actually, my name's not really Chloe, but it'll do for now ) I would love to share. I'm assuming you've booked at Twitarded HQ? If you could give me an idea of cost, that would help immensely - I'm putting together a Business Case to present to MrCC so that he has no possible way of scuppering my plans
Next thing I have to work out is flights. I'll be coming over from the UK, so will probably aim to get to Seattle a little before Thursday (just so as I have a bit of time to get my ageing body clock sorted ). Carpool / ride will therefore be a bonus too (can someone hire a minivan? *looks around expectantly*).
Like you, I'm in my 40s. I have 2 teenage sons and live a closet Twitarded life ). Anyhoo, let me know whether you've still got space and I'll start the next step of the plans!
CC x
OK, Kristen, (actually, my name's not really Chloe, but it'll do for now ) I would love to share. I'm assuming you've booked at Twitarded HQ? If you could give me an idea of cost, that would help immensely - I'm putting together a Business Case to present to MrCC so that he has no possible way of scuppering my plans
Next thing I have to work out is flights. I'll be coming over from the UK, so will probably aim to get to Seattle a little before Thursday (just so as I have a bit of time to get my ageing body clock sorted ). Carpool / ride will therefore be a bonus too (can someone hire a minivan? *looks around expectantly*).
Like you, I'm in my 40s. I have 2 teenage sons and live a closet Twitarded life ). Anyhoo, let me know whether you've still got space and I'll start the next step of the plans!
CC x
Chloe Cougar- Posts : 29
Join date : 2011-01-21
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Hi CC!
It would be so awesome if you came to Forks! I can give you some rough numbers on costs of things if needed since I went last year. Forks Motel is around $100/night so divide that by the number of people sharing. I rented a Suburu Outback for 3 days and the total was $250 and we split that 4 ways (found riders to share on the forum). We filled the gas tank 1.5 times. Sightseeing is essentially free in Forks. Meals and drinks can be as much or as cheap as you like. I brought booze along and drank less at the bar. We stopped at the store and bought bagels and juice and snacks to eat so I only ate out 3 meals. There is a small refrigerator and a microwave in the motel rooms. Let me know if you need more info. Please feel free to email me at mickimartini1@gmail.com
Micki
It would be so awesome if you came to Forks! I can give you some rough numbers on costs of things if needed since I went last year. Forks Motel is around $100/night so divide that by the number of people sharing. I rented a Suburu Outback for 3 days and the total was $250 and we split that 4 ways (found riders to share on the forum). We filled the gas tank 1.5 times. Sightseeing is essentially free in Forks. Meals and drinks can be as much or as cheap as you like. I brought booze along and drank less at the bar. We stopped at the store and bought bagels and juice and snacks to eat so I only ate out 3 meals. There is a small refrigerator and a microwave in the motel rooms. Let me know if you need more info. Please feel free to email me at mickimartini1@gmail.com
Micki
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Double_Dippin: Hoping you make it.. Looking forward to meeting you.Chloe Cougar wrote:And you're called Kristen? I can't believe my luck's in again
OK, Kristen, (actually, my name's not really Chloe, but it'll do for now ) I would love to share. I'm assuming you've booked at Twitarded HQ? If you could give me an idea of cost, that would help immensely - I'm putting together a Business Case to present to MrCC so that he has no possible way of scuppering my plans
Next thing I have to work out is flights. I'll be coming over from the UK, so will probably aim to get to Seattle a little before Thursday (just so as I have a bit of time to get my ageing body clock sorted ). Carpool / ride will therefore be a bonus too (can someone hire a minivan? *looks around expectantly*).
Like you, I'm in my 40s. I have 2 teenage sons and live a closet Twitarded life ). Anyhoo, let me know whether you've still got space and I'll start the next step of the plans!
CC x
It's still in the planning stages....
I am so loving this forum! It's made me realise that the only thing standing in my way is me, oh, and maybe that little thing called money
However, we've a few months to go yet, so I'm busy squirreling away every little bit of spare cash I have. This will happen! And now I've made friends with SwedenSara on Twitter, I can pick her brains for travelling tips
Fingers crossed I'll see you all later in the year!
However, we've a few months to go yet, so I'm busy squirreling away every little bit of spare cash I have. This will happen! And now I've made friends with SwedenSara on Twitter, I can pick her brains for travelling tips
Fingers crossed I'll see you all later in the year!
Chloe Cougar- Posts : 29
Join date : 2011-01-21
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O_o Things are hotting up I checked flight prices today and they're not looking as bad as I'd originally thought
Quietly squeeing inside, as I've yet to break the news to hubs....
Quietly squeeing inside, as I've yet to break the news to hubs....
Chloe Cougar- Posts : 29
Join date : 2011-01-21
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Double_Dippin: Soooo Excited for you... Keep savin..you'll wanna buy lot's -O-Booze.Chloe Cougar wrote:O_o Things are hotting up I checked flight prices today and they're not looking as bad as I'd originally thought
Quietly squeeing inside, as I've yet to break the news to hubs....
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Hello! Another Brit just signed up here! I'd love someone to travel with but am in Lancashire and won't be able to afford to travel down south too, to fly.
Anyway, nice to meet you! Hope you can make it.
Gemma x
Anyway, nice to meet you! Hope you can make it.
Gemma x
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WooHoo! Another Brit! What arrangements have you made so far Gemma? Will you be flying from Manchester?
CC x
CC x
Chloe Cougar- Posts : 29
Join date : 2011-01-21
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I have a room thanks to BrandiJo, but that's all. Yes, I will be flying from Manchester but not sure where to yet. Ideally I'd like to fly to Portland to see Amy (Starlit Violets), but it will depend if I can pick up a lift from there to Forks, I really don't want to have to drive on the right!
Brace yourselves h00rs - it's getting real!
So, for those of you who don't follow me on Twittah (and I'd like to ask: WHY don't you? ) the good news is that I've not only broken the news properly to my darling hubs and sons, but I've also had my leave sanctioned at work!
No going back now
Still haven't booked flights, but I'm in discussion with LoriAnnTwiFan (who is one of my permanent betas - I love her so), and may well be flying via Atlanta, in order to meet up with her and her friend en route.
Stan Edbrella - what's your situ now? Still interested in flying together from Heathrow?
I can be pretty flexible with dates - though I need to double check what mamaliciouscullen has got booked for us at Twitarded HQ - and do I still have the offer of an airbed, spottysmom? Ideally, I'd flurve to meet with peeps in Seattle beforehand
I can't begin to tell you all how excited I am!
CC / Neets xx
No going back now
Still haven't booked flights, but I'm in discussion with LoriAnnTwiFan (who is one of my permanent betas - I love her so), and may well be flying via Atlanta, in order to meet up with her and her friend en route.
Stan Edbrella - what's your situ now? Still interested in flying together from Heathrow?
I can be pretty flexible with dates - though I need to double check what mamaliciouscullen has got booked for us at Twitarded HQ - and do I still have the offer of an airbed, spottysmom? Ideally, I'd flurve to meet with peeps in Seattle beforehand
I can't begin to tell you all how excited I am!
CC / Neets xx
Chloe Cougar- Posts : 29
Join date : 2011-01-21
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Chloe Cougar wrote:So, for those of you who don't follow me on Twittah (and I'd like to ask: WHY don't you? ) the good news is that I've not only broken the news properly to my darling hubs and sons, but I've also had my leave sanctioned at work!
No going back now
Still haven't booked flights, but I'm in discussion with LoriAnnTwiFan (who is one of my permanent betas - I love her so), and may well be flying via Atlanta, in order to meet up with her and her friend en route.
Stan Edbrella - what's your situ now? Still interested in flying together from Heathrow?
I can be pretty flexible with dates - though I need to double check what mamaliciouscullen has got booked for us at Twitarded HQ - and do I still have the offer of an airbed, spottysmom? Ideally, I'd flurve to meet with peeps in Seattle beforehand
I can't begin to tell you all how excited I am!
CC / Neets xx
Jussumchic: Hey CC, regarding those tickets. Mr.Chic used to travel frequently between the West Coast and Heathrow. The nonstop flights always seemed to be similarly priced as compared to those with stops in between and he always seemed to 'recover' from the journey better with fewer stops. As for jetlag, having done it myself a several times, I'd suggest sleeping based on when/where you are gonna land and grabbing some 5 Hour Energy drinks!
Not sure how much this will help at this point (especially since you may be flying via ATL) but thought I'd reach out. Good luck. I hope to meet you in FORKS!
jussumchic- Posts : 19
Join date : 2011-04-08
Location : West Coast USA
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hey CC! glad you have broken the news and are still here to tell the tale LOL! I have also not booked my flight yet - if you fly into atlanta, let me know and I will also get a connector there - as it seems i cannot get a direct flight from where i am - and even if it is longer flying time, i would rather meet up with some folk for most of the journey! Still have that 4-person room booked at Forks motel - and I may also try to get into Seattle a day before and meet up at the Mayflower where there will be a gang of ladies...
mamaliciouscullen- Posts : 19
Join date : 2011-01-21
Age : 54
Location : Massachusetts
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Hey Jussumchic, that's been really helpful! I hadn't even thought of trying to 'sleep ahead'! I hope to organise some of that melatonin stuff (Is that what it is? We can't buy it here in the UK) to try to help my body clock adjust, but having an action plan in advance will certainly be a bonus - as will the energy drinks! I don't usually drink sugary stuff (other than wine ), but have been known to down a can of Relentless while driving overnight through France last year for our holidays.jussumchic wrote:Jussumchic: Hey CC, regarding those tickets. Mr.Chic used to travel frequently between the West Coast and Heathrow. The nonstop flights always seemed to be similarly priced as compared to those with stops in between and he always seemed to 'recover' from the journey better with fewer stops. As for jetlag, having done it myself a several times, I'd suggest sleeping based on when/where you are gonna land and grabbing some 5 Hour Energy drinks!
Not sure how much this will help at this point (especially since you may be flying via ATL) but thought I'd reach out. Good luck. I hope to meet you in FORKS!
Also good to know that the flight prices don't appear to differ much - I aim to make that my next task. It's on my 'To Do' list!
Looking forward to meeting you in Ffooorrrrkkkkkssssss!
Chloe Cougar- Posts : 29
Join date : 2011-01-21
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I'll most certainly keep you informed, Kmamaliciouscullen wrote:hey CC! glad you have broken the news and are still here to tell the tale LOL! I have also not booked my flight yet - if you fly into atlanta, let me know and I will also get a connector there - as it seems i cannot get a direct flight from where i am - and even if it is longer flying time, i would rather meet up with some folk for most of the journey! Still have that 4-person room booked at Forks motel - and I may also try to get into Seattle a day before and meet up at the Mayflower where there will be a gang of ladies...
I'm so bloody excited, it's proving very difficult keeping quiet about it all. But all I've really told people at work is that I'm travelling to the States. Of course, my husband knows I'm ultimately heading to Forks, but I doubt he has any idea just how raucous the trip is likely to be
September can't come soon enough
Chloe Cougar- Posts : 29
Join date : 2011-01-21
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Chloe Cougar wrote:I'll most certainly keep you informed, Kmamaliciouscullen wrote:hey CC! glad you have broken the news and are still here to tell the tale LOL! I have also not booked my flight yet - if you fly into atlanta, let me know and I will also get a connector there - as it seems i cannot get a direct flight from where i am - and even if it is longer flying time, i would rather meet up with some folk for most of the journey! Still have that 4-person room booked at Forks motel - and I may also try to get into Seattle a day before and meet up at the Mayflower where there will be a gang of ladies...
I'm so bloody excited, it's proving very difficult keeping quiet about it all. But all I've really told people at work is that I'm travelling to the States. Of course, my husband knows I'm ultimately heading to Forks, but I doubt he has any idea just how raucous the trip is likely to be
September can't come soon enough
So glad things are comming together ..whoo hoooo FOOORKSSS
Figured it was about time I showed my face....
So, since things are hotting up in terms of my travel plans [though I have yet to actually book the flight(s) ] I figured it's about time I changed my avi, so that your h00rs actually recognise me when I arrive
So, um, this is me...
So, um, this is me...
Chloe Cougar- Posts : 29
Join date : 2011-01-21
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Chloe Cougar wrote:So, since things are hotting up in terms of my travel plans [though I have yet to actually book the flight(s) ] I figured it's about time I changed my avi, so that your h00rs actually recognise me when I arrive
So, um, this is me...
@CC - That's a really nice picture. Very photogenic. I can't wait to meet you!
jussumchic- Posts : 19
Join date : 2011-04-08
Location : West Coast USA
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jussumchic wrote:@CC - That's a really nice picture. Very photogenic. I can't wait to meet you!
Aw, thanks bb that made me blush!
Chloe Cougar- Posts : 29
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