The Official Lashpair 2009 Cocktail Party

[JWBear]

We will be hosting an evening of Cocktails and Australians on Friday April 24th beginning at 7:00 PM. :cheers:

Please PM me to RSVP and get directions.

(Don't yell at me for creating yet another LashTrip thread. Lisa made me!)




You may now discuss and derail.

[Not Afraid]

I know how to get to your house. But, we'll be there (that's 2 of us) what foodstuffs do you want us to bring?

[CoasterMatt]

damn it...

I will be off work, but stuck out in the valley, taking care of the kids.

[JWBear]

I know how to get to your house. But, we'll be there (that's 2 of us) what foodstuffs do you want us to bring?

Anything you'd like. I'm going to be serving hor d'oeuvre-y nibbly stuff.

[Kevy Baby]

My cheese is not happy. The MS Walk is the next morning and I have to set up that evening (and try t get to bed at a reasonable hour).

[innerSpaceman]

My cheese is pleased to attend.

Thank you in advance to our kind hosts. :cheers:

[Disneyphile]

Ken and I are a definite, but may be a tad late, depending on what time I return from my NAB trip. :)

[Morrigoon]

My cheese is pleased to attend.

Thank you in advance to our kind hosts. :cheers:

My cheese is, likewise, pretty chuffed to appear.

[BarTopDancer]

My cheese is in flux until the playoff schedule is released. Presuming we make the playoffs. If we don't my cheese may just be annoyed and will remain at home.

[Ghoulish Delight]

Wait, they're going to be in town? Wow, learn something new every day. Guess we should come say hi then.

[LSPoorEeyorick]

I think there's a good chance we'll make it, but we'll be late because work doesn't end until 6:30 and Friday traffic between LA and LB is always a challenge.

[CoasterMatt]

I can get down there- but I don't know about getting home.

[madmonkeygirl]

I'm not going to make it since i'll be in Vegas seeing Bon Jovi that evening.

[lashbear]

I think we can make it, but I'll have to check the LAPADIGI.

[JWBear]

I think we can make it, but I'll have to check the LAPADIGI.

You had better make it!

[Nephythys]

hrmmm- depending on how late this event goes- we may be able to attend.

How far is it from my landing spot at Disneyland?

[Capt Jack]

we'll be there for MA a day or two later, but sadly cannot do the cocktail party....

:sad cheese:

[JWBear]

hrmmm- depending on how late this event goes- we may be able to attend.

How far is it from my landing spot at Disneyland?

About 15 miles - so 10-30 minutes, depending on traffic.

[Nephythys]

About 15 miles - so 10-30 minutes, depending on traffic.

how late do you think things will run?

[Not Afraid]

Neph, are you flying in that night? Which airport? Are you renting a car?

[Kevy Baby]

Neph, are you flying in that night? Which airport? Are you renting a car?What... is the air-speed velocity of an unladen swallow?

[Nephythys]

Neph, are you flying in that night? Which airport? Are you renting a car?

Driving in- leaving Thursday early afternoon- should be there early Friday afternoon-planning on spending some time at the parks. After that would like to come to the cocktail party- provided it runs late enough to accomodate both. If not I will see everyone Saturday-

[JWBear]

I imagine the party will run as long as there are still people there. How late are you talking?

[Not Afraid]

You can always call the hot line.

[Disneyphile]

How far is it from my landing spot at Disneyland?Um, since you're staying here, why don't you just ride with us? We probably won't be leaving home until 8-8:30'ish, because I don't expect to roll into town until after 6.

[wendybeth]

What... is the air-speed velocity of an unladen swallow?

African or European?

[Kevy Baby]

African or European?Huh? I... I don't know that.
Auuuuuuuugh.

[Nephythys]

I imagine the party will run as long as there are still people there. How late are you talking?

Good question- we do plan to spend time at the park. But I think DP has the best idea.

You can always call the hot line.

I think I still have it-:)

Um, since you're staying here, why don't you just ride with us? We probably won't be leaving home until 8-8:30'ish, because I don't expect to roll into town until after 6.

That might work- though I may drive myself. That way if Rose gets iffy we can leave-or if she and I wanted to go commando on the park (no, not naked...storm trooper commando)-we could depart and go play more. Of course I am a crazy lunatic and after the drive I may just want to relax....after we play for a while...

anywhoodle-count us in for being there. One way or the other- if you could PM me the address I can plug you into my GPS. Actually I need DP's (I have it somewhere- as usual) and JW's.

[Gemini Cricket]

I'd like to take this opportunity in this thread to say that Australian accents are hard to do. I had a hell of a time of it when the LashTrio was in town and watching the Australia episode of 'The Simpsons' it doesn't seem like any of them (except maybe Shearer) could do one very well either.

That is all.

:D

[Eliza Hodgkins 1812]

I don't think E and I will make it by 7, but I think we can make it.

[SzczerbiakManiac]

When I tried to do an Ashtralian accent for the LashQuad a few years ago, I was told the resulting accent was South African.

So evidently I do a good South African accent, but not so hot Australian...

[lashbear]

I'd like to take this opportunity in this thread to say that Australian accents are hard to do.
Accent? What accent? You guys are the ones with the accents.

When I tried to do an Ashtralian accent for the LashQuad a few years ago, I was told the resulting accent was South African. So evidently I do a good South African accent, but not so hot Australian...
I hope you've been practicing - there might be a test. :D

[Morrigoon]

Figured this thread could use a timely bump, since it's this coming Friday :)

[Nephythys]

Rose and I will be there-and I have the address. :) Can not wait to see you all so soon!

[lashbear]

YAY!! BLT's all round.

[keith - SuPeR K!]

I'll be heading down to San Diego from Vegas that night and I'm planning to stop by for a bit on my way!

I won't be at the park Saturday as my AP is blocked, but I will be there Sunday :)

[lashbear]

for a bit of what? :evil:

[JWBear]

If I don't get over whatever I have, it will be a do-it-yourself party. :(

[Nephythys]

woot- hitting the road tomorrow!

augh! packing to do!

[Prudence]

Is JWBear recovered? Is the party still happening? Is it fancy dress?

[Not Afraid]

The party will happen no matter what. If John is not feeling better we will move the party to my house. We should know by today or tomorrow at the latest.

As for dress, well, that's up to you.

[lashbear]

are the LashPair in the USA ?

[Snowflake]

are the LashPair in the USA ?

Nope, they're at some Long Beach

[Mousey Girl]

Nah, I spent the weekend with 2 random people.

[JWBear]

I'm feeling much better today. The party is still on!

Please do not expect anything fancy, though. We lost most of our prep time. We'll have drinks and some basic food. If anyone wants to bring munchies to share, please do!

[Not Afraid]

Nah, I spent the weekend with 2 random people.
You think that is bad, I want to know who these people are that are living in my house! Also, why did I give them a key?

[Snowflake]

You think that is bad, I want to know who these people are that are living in my house! Also, why did I give them a key?

How secure is Thurston? They're not going to steal him, are they?

[Not Afraid]

OMG! If these hoodlums kidnap Thurston I'm going after them with my big guns!

[Cadaverous Pallor]

OMG! If these hoodlums kidnap Thurston I'm going after them with my big guns!This made me think of LaserCats. What other big guns would she have?

[Mousey Girl]

OMG! If these hoodlums kidnap Thurston I'm going after them with my big guns!

Thurston...is that the cute doggy who kept bringing me a stuffed Olive? I think I tried to kidnap him Sunday, but as soon as I said let's go see what your folks are doing he pulled me up the hill.

[Kevy Baby]

I'm feeling much better today.Good to hear!
Please do not expect anything fancy, though. We lost most of our prep time. We'll have drinks and some basic food. If anyone wants to bring munchies to share, please do!I believe there was approximately 10 tons of snacks at Yosemite: maybe those could be repurposed?

[Snowflake]

Good to hear!
I believe there was approximately 10 tons of snacks at Yosemite: maybe those could be repurposed?

and a 2 foot long salami for some killer canapes

[Not Afraid]

Salami all gone. :burp:

[Snowflake]

Salami all gone. :burp:

So, did I steer you wrong? Damn good, eh?

[NirvanaMan]

Looking forward to seeing the foreigners.

[CoasterMatt]

Damn... I don't think I'm gonna be able to get there after all :(

[Kevy Baby]

I don't know if I stated this earlier, but I am not going to be able to make it: I have to set up for the MS Walk the next morning. Even if we get done at a reasonable hour (which we usually aren't), I still have to get up at 4:00 the next morning.

Looking forward to seeing the foreigners.Did you know they were in town?

[Prudence]

We might be bringing hedgehogs. The edible sort.

[Morrigoon]

Looking forward to this tonight!

[Disneyphile]

We're bringing stuff to make BLT cocktails. :D

[Snowflake]

We're bringing stuff to make BLT cocktails. :D

Oooh, I hate you, just a little bit! I lost (stolen?) my bacon cubes and I ate all my tim tams.

[JWBear]

We're bringing stuff to make BLT cocktails. :D

Oops! We bought stuff for those too! I hope people like them!

[Snowflake]

Never too much bacony goodness.

[Disneyphile]

Oops! We bought stuff for those too! I hope people like them!
We're bringing low-sodium V8 juice, instead of the regular tomato/bloody mary mix to see if it brings out the flavor better without being so salty. So, we can have a couple different types. :D

I'll also pre-mix the bacon bouillon and chill it, so it'll be a ready-made mix-in for all of them. :)

[JWBear]

We bought bloody mary mix, vodka (lots of vodka!) and lettuce. We're thawing out our last pound of leftover Yosemite bacon... ;)

[alphabassettgrrl]

We're thawing out our last pound of leftover Yosemite bacon...

Wait- there was bacon left after this group went camping???

[blueerica]

Jealousy.

[Snowflake]

Wait- there was bacon left after this group went camping???

I dunno, but I was at the first breakfast and we went through 3 cans of MRE bacon and each can had 50 slices in it. What does this tell you?

[alphabassettgrrl]

See, the mass consumption I understand.

Leftovers, though? Wierd.

[Disneyphile]

We bought bloody mary mix, vodka (lots of vodka!) and lettuce. We're thawing out our last pound of leftover Yosemite bacon... ;)Want us to nix the vodka then? We hadn't picked that up yet. But, we're still bringing the V8 and pre-made bouillon.

Would you like us to bring anything else? :)

[Deebs]

Jealousy.
X2

[Not Afraid]

My house smells like caramelized onions.

[Disneyphile]

Oh, and can someone please PM me the address? I thought I had it, but I don't. Thanks!

[Prudence]

Hedgehogs are in the oven! Hope we're not too late....

[Betty]

Have a great party you guys. :cheers:

[CoasterMatt]

Have fun :cheers:

[alphabassettgrrl]

Hedgehogs in the oven? Poor things!

Everybody must be having too much fun to post about it! I want to hear all about it!

[lashbear]

AMAZING, WONDERFUL, FUN, TOTALLY AWESOME, LoT RAWKS !!!

[JWBear]

Gaaaahhhh......

[Betty]

Gaaaahhhh......

Just gaaaahhhhh? Oh come now - we need a bit more then that.

[JWBear]

That's all I was able to articulate at 9:20 in the morning.

[Not Afraid]

If we leave right now, we'll be at the parking garage at 11.

That was a very good party. And, now we are very tired.

[BarTopDancer]

If we leave right now, we'll be at the parking garage at 11.

That was a very good party. And, now we are very tired.

But will you be leaving right now.

Fantastic party. Thank you to our wonderful hosts.

[Not Afraid]

No. It is too hot to wear flannel pajamas to the park.

[lashbear]

My kilt is De-pressed. Oh well, I'll wear it to the park anyway !

No commando checking, folks.





....well, if you must.

[Morrigoon]

JWBear and SCC: Thanks for a lovely party. Your home is gorgeous. :)

Actually, I think that was the most "classic" cocktail party I've ever been to. :cheers:

[Disneyphile]

BLTs all around! ;)

[JWBear]

A party is only as good as the guests who attend. Thank you all for coming.

[Cadaverous Pallor]

Had a blast! :D

For those early birds with whom we discussed a long gone attraction...here (http://www.ultimateorlando.com/archive/limo/) and here (http://www.ultimateorlando.com/archive/limo/superstarlimo.mpg).

[second class citizen]

So glad everyone had a delightful time at the party. I had reservations about accomodating so many people in our bottlenecked living/dining room, but it seemed that the closeness of quarters only helped to stimulate the crowd.

Well, that and copious amounts of alcohol.

Here are pics of two of the guests. The first is a real party animal. The second is what you get when you take one bear, give it a martini and then add a BLT.
http://i361.photobucket.com/albums/oo52/MannBear/badasspartypugThurstonIMG_61537875.jpg
http://i361.photobucket.com/albums/oo52/MannBear/LushbearIMG_6154clrdrk.jpg

[Kevy Baby]

http://i361.photobucket.com/albums/oo52/MannBear/badasspartypugThurstonIMG_61537875.jpg
Okay... LOVE this picture.

That dog is so damned photogenic!

[Morrigoon]

Here's a couple more photos.


http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b321/morrigoon/April09/P1120489.jpg

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b321/morrigoon/April09/P1120490.jpg

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b321/morrigoon/April09/P1120491.jpg

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b321/morrigoon/April09/P1120493.jpg

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b321/morrigoon/April09/P1120494.jpg

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b321/morrigoon/April09/P1120495.jpg

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b321/morrigoon/April09/P1120496s.jpg

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b321/morrigoon/April09/P1120498.jpg

And my favorite... super swanky!

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b321/morrigoon/April09/P1120497.jpg