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[sadie]

Hello All,
I realized that I didn't properly introduce myself before making a few posts, so please forgive my unintentional rude backwardness.
My name is Sadie, I live in west Texas, I am FIFTY (insert high kick here) and I am busily planning my first trip to Burning Man. I am not associated with a theme camp, and am looking forward to putting myself to the test by making the solo run.
I am a mother of 1, and grandmother of 4 (well, #4 will arrive in May), and I happily live alone with my 4 legged best friend, Stella the Wonder Dog.
I work at a very old theatre in downtown Abilene - in the business office by day, and wherever I am needed by night - tech booth, front of house, concessions...anywhere but on stage! I am currently driving all of my co-workers crazy by not being able to shut up about my plans.
My preparation for this trip started about a year ago. I have transformed a former a/c repair cargo van into an adventure mobile and hope to gather more inspiration for further improvements when I see you all on the playa.
I want to say thanks to all of the veterans who have so graciously shared their information, tips and tricks, and encouragement here on the eplaya. Hope to see you all out there. I play well with others, and seldom run with scissors.
So, that's my best attempt at a bio.
*reaches for ibuprofen for high kick recovery*

[ygmir]

welcome, and just practice running with scissors.......safety third is a basic tenet.

[TT120]

Hi! You're gonna have so much fun!

[lucky420]

Hola and hello...

My youngest daughters name is Sadie (Sadie Jane) and she is a kick in the pants or maybe she'll kick you in the pants

[ygmir]

Hola and hello...

My youngest daughters name is Sadie (Sadie Jane) and she is a kick in the pants or maybe she'll kick you in the pants

this is true.

[sadie]

Hola and hello...

My youngest daughters name is Sadie (Sadie Jane) and she is a kick in the pants or maybe she'll kick you in the pants

Ha! Sadie Jane sounds like she's a lot of fun...or a handfull. My middle name is Jane as well... Is her first name Sara by any chance?? Mine is, but I've been Sadie to my favorite people for 50 years now.

[ygmir]

Hola and hello...

My youngest daughters name is Sadie (Sadie Jane) and she is a kick in the pants or maybe she'll kick you in the pants

Ha! Sadie Jane sounds like she's a lot of fun...or a handfull. My middle name is Jane as well... Is her first name Sara by any chance?? Mine is, but I've been Sadie to my favorite people for 50 years now.

"I feel a disturbance in the Force".........

[sadie]

Hola and hello...

My youngest daughters name is Sadie (Sadie Jane) and she is a kick in the pants or maybe she'll kick you in the pants

Ha! Sadie Jane sounds like she's a lot of fun...or a handfull. My middle name is Jane as well... Is her first name Sara by any chance?? Mine is, but I've been Sadie to my favorite people for 50 years now.

"I feel a disturbance in the Force".........

AAHhhhhhh.....worlds are colliding...

[gaminwench]

Howdy, Sadie!
I'm originally from West Texas, 51, and still high-kickin' ...
you'll fit right in!

[Elliot]

Hey Sadie, and welcome! Great introduction!
Be aware, some of us would consider you a youngster.

Have we already covered Survival Guide, Jack Rabbit Speaks and all that First-Timer Stuff? You sound like you probably found it on your own.

[sadie]

Wow! Thanks for all the warm fuzzies! I feel at home already.

Congrats Gaminwench on getting out of this area! I will listen for a familiar accent on the playa and give a yeehaw and howdy.

Thanks Elliot.., and yes indeed, I have read the first timer info. I refer back to it often to make sure I have all my ducks lined up.

Off to work on my safety third skills..

[tamarakay]

Lol Sadie Sara Jane.
Lucky has a son who is very friendly with my daughter, Sarah. And her Sadie Jane is much beloved by us too.

You are going to fit in very nicely around here.

[gaminwench]

Hmmm, accent's long gone (theatre/music training) although I can drop right back into it at will;
and getting out of West Texas was the best thing I ever did.
Do you know about the eplaya MeetnGreet (Wednesday 6-9, Barbie Death Village)? You, TamaraKay, KenDoll and I could get together and do a (redneck)Texan's take on all that is playa, could be a hoot!
This, of course, would only work if I get over my embarrassment of my (reported) behavior at the last MnG I attended; beware Misa's slivovitz!

[lucky420]

Hola and hello...

My youngest daughters name is Sadie (Sadie Jane) and she is a kick in the pants or maybe she'll kick you in the pants

Ha! Sadie Jane sounds like she's a lot of fun...or a handfull. My middle name is Jane as well... Is her first name Sara by any chance?? Mine is, but I've been Sadie to my favorite people for 50 years now.[/quote

No, she's just Sadie. She is a redhead...

[Mojojita]

Hmmm, accent's long gone (theatre/music training) although I can drop right back into it at will;
and getting out of West Texas was the best thing I ever did.
Do you know about the eplaya MeetnGreet (Wednesday 6-9, Barbie Death Village)? You, TamaraKay, KenDoll and I could get together and do a (redneck)Texan's take on all that is playa, could be a hoot!
This, of course, would only work if I get over my embarrassment of my (reported) behavior at the last MnG I attended; beware Misa's slivovitz!

Count me in GW - I was born in El Paso and have a certificate on my wall that certifies that I am a "Native Daughter of Texas".

[theCryptofishist]

My family had the sense to get me out before I was much affected beyond developing a fondness for slide guitar.

[kittyrodriguez]

Howdy from San Antone, Sadie! I am certain you will love Black Rock City.

We drive through West Texas on our way to Burning Man. Its definitely a place you love to hate and hate to love... Texas is a blood borne disease...

Mojojita, how does one earn said certificate? I feel like I should have one as well...

[sadie]

Hmmm, accent's long gone (theatre/music training) although I can drop right back into it at will;
and getting out of West Texas was the best thing I ever did.
Do you know about the eplaya MeetnGreet (Wednesday 6-9, Barbie Death Village)? You, TamaraKay, KenDoll and I could get together and do a (redneck)Texan's take on all that is playa, could be a hoot!
This, of course, would only work if I get over my embarrassment of my (reported) behavior at the last MnG I attended; beware Misa's slivovitz!

I plan to attend the MeetnGreet. I signed up on the volunteer sight a little while ago. Count me in for the Texan Perspective...!! I recall an old HeeHaw skit with 2 guys in overalls watching/reviewing videos of things blowing up and there take was always the same..."that blowed up reel gud"... I imagine there will be ample opportunity to use that phrase on the playa.

My family had the sense to get me out before I was much affected beyond developing a fondness for slide guitar.

You have a wise family. It sounds like you made your escape before too much damage was done.

[sadie]

Lol Sadie Sara Jane.
Lucky has a son who is very friendly with my daughter, Sarah. And her Sadie Jane is much beloved by us too.

You are going to fit in very nicely around here.

Thanks Tamarakay. I already feel like I belong. Kind of like the little sister that finally gets to hang out with the cool kids..

[Thecatman]

WELCOME!!

Whats wrong with Texas? I've been through Amarillo once in 2001. W/B I-40. Stopped at the Big Texan for breakfast. What little I saw, I liked it.
Been through DFW several times though and that's worth hating.

There's always the music, which is great IMHO.

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[gaminwench]

Cat, going through West Texas once and living there long term are two entirely different animals.
The people(generalization) are kind and welcoming, but woefully narrow minded and misinformed.
The weather is atrocious.
Organized religion prevails, along with fast food shrines.
It's a long, long, long (flat) way from anywhere.

Mojojita! Welcome to the 'Redneck" playa sound-off!

two-stepping is awesome, though.

[Elliot]

Anybody remember the Paul Newman movie Hud? It was filmed near Amarillo, if that area counts. Good way to see some of that scenery.

[Thecatman]

Organized religion prevails, along with fast food shrines.

And high school football on Friday nights, in season.

It's a long, long, long (flat) way from anywhere.

You're right. In 1988 I drove from Wichita Falls to El Paso via Carlsbad NM. That took three days.
Your feelings about Texas mirrors my feelings about California, where I'm originally from. Since the 5th grade, around 1970, I wanted out of that state. Wish came true in 1989.

[gaminwench]

In West Texas, football is an organized religion.
I was in the marching band,
and in the choir at Jesus church.

(and I worked at the Sonic drive-in, yes, on roller skates)

Elliot ... scenery is an interesting term ...



Sadie, tell us what keeps you in West Texas?

[Molotov]

My avatar and signature line says it all. First time burner, 60, and recently retired and rolling solo from NE TX. God bless Texas!

[sadie]

Cat, going through West Texas once and living there long term are two entirely different animals.
The people(generalization) are kind and welcoming, but woefully narrow minded and misinformed.
The weather is atrocious.
Organized religion prevails, along with fast food shrines.
It's a long, long, long (flat) way from anywhere.

Very well put, gaminwench. I agree with everything you said.
I was born and raised in the DFW area - and yes Thecatman, it is definately worth hating...too many people in too big of a hurry...I get all white knuckly on the steering wheel when I travel through that area.

hmmm, what keeps me here???
I moved to Abilene about 9 years ago. I took a flying leap through the window of opportunity, and this is as far as I got. Surprisingly, there is a relatively large cultural awareness in this flat, windy, dusty, ugly city. The downtown area has several museums, and quite a few art galleries. The theatre where I work has a lot of history (built in 1930) and is host to many events that focus on art, music, theatre, and dance. Several local foundations pour large amounts of money into the arts, and we all benefit from their generosity.
Housing is very affordable, cost of living is relatively low, there is no state income tax, and now I have grandkids that I want to see grow up! Oh, and no one does BBQ like Texas.!

Of course there are also countless pickup truck driving, beer chugging, gun toting, country music blasting, wife beating, church going, tobacco spitting, abortion clinic protesting, conservative voting rednecks too, but I think they could be found just about anywhere.

The Big Bend area of Texas is IMO the most breathtaking as far as scenery goes. I have camped in Ft. Davis, and in Big Bend National Park a couple of times and it was spectacular. The Hill Country is beautiful, but getting awfully crowded...

Howdy from San Antone, Sadie! I am certain you will love Black Rock City.

We drive through West Texas on our way to Burning Man. Its definitely a place you love to hate and hate to love... Texas is a blood borne disease.

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Howdy back to you kittyrodriguez - hope to see you at TTITD

[gaminwench]

Yummmm, BRISKET!

and grandkids!

and HeeHaw sketches... (which we shall re-create/re-invent in BRC, dogess willing)

My sister ran a campground in Big Bend for a while,
the family enjoyed the tequila.

(of course, the stories are bigger, in Texas.)

tell us about the theatre, and the grandkids.

[Elliot]

...
and HeeHaw sketches... (which we shall re-create/re-invent in BRC, dogess willing)

...

Call me anytime: BR-549.

[tamarakay]

Oh Texas. How I love and hate thee. It is at once breathtaking in its warmth and embarrassing in its hate.

[ygmir]

...
and HeeHaw sketches... (which we shall re-create/re-invent in BRC, dogess willing)

...

Call me anytime: BR-549.

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