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Post by oldwino on Jun 22, 2009 18:17:55 GMT -6
That's better than the 60% chance they were calling for a few days ago.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 22, 2009 20:38:28 GMT -6
im so jealous
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Post by Oldsnut on Jun 23, 2009 18:28:44 GMT -6
Here is a basic map to the Forest Preserve. It is approximately 2.5 miles from I-88. Included on the map is Woodmans Supermarket which is a huge grocery store with the lowest pricing in the area. This is for anyone that needs to pick up any last minute groceries for our bash. You would exit at Orchard Rd to get to Woodmans. Also I have drawn a line for an alternate route to the meet if you need to stop at Woodmans, it's easier than getting back on the highway again. For those who are coming out on I-88 which should be all of you, the area around the Rt 31 exit is under constuction (welcome to Chicagoland) but they are open. When you get near the stop light you need to be in the left lane at the end of the exit ramps. When you get to the stop light you will need to turn left (North) onto Rt 31/Lincolnway/Batavia Ave (it has 3 names out here) and proceed roughly 2.5 miles and the entrace will be on the right side of the road. There is a sign that reads Forest Preserve Entrance Ahead and I will have a sign nailed to the post below it. Watch your speed driving down Rt 31 as the speed limit fluctuates many times and is heavily patrolled by the areas finest. As of today they are calling for 90 and sunny until evening when they call for rain. Look forward to seeing all of you at "Aurora's in Aurora"
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Post by Oldsnut on Jun 23, 2009 19:27:14 GMT -6
Do we have any kind of head count to who is coming?
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Post by Aurora Rancher on Jun 23, 2009 19:41:23 GMT -6
2 cars from my kids & I. We will be there around 12 noon. softball game from 9 am till noon.
We are bringing Polish sausages, hot dogs & fixins to feed about 20 to 30 people. Pace Car Bean Bag set, too.
See you there.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 23, 2009 20:16:20 GMT -6
I think that as of last head count we had 14? maybe it was 9...it was either of the two. I know collins wont be joining us! I believe T-punk is still planning on bunking with myself and alyssa. I will be arriving by noon, possibly a little earlier maybe 11:30 ish depending on traffic. All in all should be a good meet. I promised collins LOTS of pictures, I think he's more concerned about who im bringing rather than what I'm driving haha Just kiddin collins! I've got drinks for sure, I will bring some sort of cola product, (probably el cheapo) and probably a form of hawaiian punch for the kids that might be there. some orange or grape soda also. And of course my pasta salad. I AM ALLERGIC TO UNCOOKED ONIONS fair warning there, its fine if you have them, just let me know and I will avoid your dish. I dont want anybody to have to race me to the hospital due to a swollen throat......
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Post by Oldsnut on Jun 23, 2009 20:23:44 GMT -6
I think that as of last head count we had 14? maybe it was 9...it was either of the two. I know collins wont be joining us! I believe T-punk is still planning on bunking with myself and alyssa. I will be arriving by noon, possibly a little earlier maybe 11:30 ish depending on traffic. All in all should be a good meet. I promised collins LOTS of pictures, I think he's more concerned about who im bringing rather than what I'm driving haha Just kiddin collins! I've got drinks for sure, I will bring some sort of cola product, (probably el cheapo) and probably a form of hawaiian punch for the kids that might be there. some orange or grape soda also. And of course my pasta salad. I AM ALLERGIC TO UNCOOKED ONIONS fair warning there, its fine if you have them, just let me know and I will avoid your dish. I dont want anybody to have to race me to the hospital due to a swollen throat...... No worries, Provena Hospital is 3.5 miles away and I don't need to see the Emergency Room there for a while. At one point they got to know me quite well between my daughter, wife and father-in-law.
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Post by oldwino on Jun 23, 2009 20:34:39 GMT -6
My wife and I hope to be there by noon. A lot will depend on traffic along the way and what time we get out of the house in the morning. Gotta work fri night. Will bring some metts and a dessert or 2 in a big cooler with lots of ice to stay cold for the trip. See you all soon.
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Post by rustymutt on Jun 23, 2009 20:39:57 GMT -6
I plan to be there and my wife and daughter will probably make it as well. I'll bring a Smokey Joe (small webber-like grill) and perhaps some hot dogs and buns - Costo's dog's are pure beef and over 1/4 lb and really tasty. Might bring some cantaloupe too.
I can't remember - is there a pavilion or seating, or do we need to bring some chairs?
Dave
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Post by Oldsnut on Jun 23, 2009 21:00:59 GMT -6
I plan to be there and my wife and daughter will probably make it as well. I'll bring a Smokey Joe (small webber-like grill) and perhaps some hot dogs and buns - Costo's dog's are pure beef and over 1/4 lb and really tasty. Might bring some cantaloupe too. I can't remember - is there a pavilion or seating, or do we need to bring some chairs? Dave There is aPavilion but you are welcome to bring chairs, we might have a large crowwd. I think they have enough picnic tables.
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Post by tpunk on Jun 23, 2009 23:00:21 GMT -6
Add me, 1 more. I'm not bringing anyone.
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Post by XJSman89 on Jun 23, 2009 23:49:26 GMT -6
I promised collins LOTS of pictures, I think he's more concerned about who im bringing rather than what I'm driving Just want to see what unsespecting girl you've managed to con into coming with you... ;D I'm SO jealous of you guys, I really wish I could be there. Have fun, I'll be waiting for the pictures!
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Post by scottydl on Jun 24, 2009 0:59:39 GMT -6
Myself, the wife, and 2 boys will be there. Sounds like a good amount of kids! Make sure everyone brings plenty of water, it could be a mighty hot day. Not that we're going to be running any marathons or anything. I'll be bringing charcoal and lighter fluid, and will plan to make a run to Woodman's to pick up any additional food that might be needed.
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Post by tpunk on Jun 24, 2009 1:23:10 GMT -6
I promised collins LOTS of pictures, I think he's more concerned about who im bringing rather than what I'm driving Just want to see what unsespecting girl you've managed to con into coming with you... ;D I'm SO jealous of you guys, I really wish I could be there. Have fun, I'll be waiting for the pictures! What if I made a trip down into MO and met up with you and you just came up with me? How would that fly? I'm willing if you're able ;D
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Post by XJSman89 on Jun 24, 2009 8:06:36 GMT -6
I'm actually in Kansas, so it wouldn't be too far of a drive... I think the issue is more about me not having time though. I'll see what I can do, I wouldn't want to make you do that though. I'd end up paying the same amount of cash in gas anyway. ;D
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Post by tpunk on Jun 24, 2009 8:28:56 GMT -6
I'm actually in Kansas, so it wouldn't be too far of a drive... I think the issue is more about me not having time though. I'll see what I can do, I wouldn't want to make you do that though. I'd end up paying the same amount of cash in gas anyway. ;D You can TRY to pay later, but I have money saved up specifically for the event so there's really no need. I'd be willing to swing all the way down to KS if need be. Just figured if I could get down to MO it wouldn't be too bad. We'd have to work it out ASAP though because its like 8 hours from Lawrence to Aurora so we would have to be on our way real early. Let me know when you figure it out for sure ;D
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Post by XJSman89 on Jun 24, 2009 10:52:27 GMT -6
I talked to the necessary people and I just have too much to do this weekend, and not enough cash... You can say you'll pay all you want but I'm not gonna let you go 8 hours out of your way without SOME kind of compensation. Thanks for the thought tho, I really appreciate it. Didn't know you guys wanted me there that bad! ;D
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Post by Deleted on Jun 24, 2009 11:25:20 GMT -6
hmmmmm complications have arised, it appears the person I was planning on bringing has had a complication with a recent gall blatter surgery she had. She was hospitalized last night, if she's up to it, than she will still make it but I'm not holding my breath. I need to dig out my old tent now also, she was going to be bringing hers I hope no more "complications" arise.......
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Post by XJSman89 on Jun 24, 2009 13:19:29 GMT -6
^^That's just what I figured. You made her up, right?
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Post by tpunk on Jun 24, 2009 13:29:34 GMT -6
^^That's just what I figured. You made her up, right? Ha!! It's alright Zach my female friend couldn't come either, she has to work. I have no problem with going it alone though. An Aurora meet is kind of a weird thing to bring friends to...unless they own Auroras of course
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Post by Deleted on Jun 24, 2009 13:53:05 GMT -6
^^That's just what I figured. You made her up, right? yes I made her up, in fact I could give you her "fake" myspace address where she has "fake" pictures with me posted ;D and yeah friends at a car meet arent exactly the easiest thing to bring, but we were planning on hitting chicago the next day
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Post by Deleted on Jun 25, 2009 8:49:10 GMT -6
TWO DAYS.....I should really start cleaning out the inside of my car, I know that I dont need to impress you people seing as you are all aww struck by my cars simplistic beauty but I feel that you wouldnt want to see sand all over the inside of the car mrytle beach likes to stick to peoples clothes..... that and a cooler spilt in the back seat, and lets just say the floor is just a tad bit "damp" haha
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Post by rvrrat on Jun 25, 2009 14:04:22 GMT -6
TWO DAYS.....I should really start cleaning out the inside of my car, I know that I dont need to impress you people seing as you are all aww struck by my cars simplistic beauty but I feel that you wouldnt want to see sand all over the inside of the car mrytle beach likes to stick to peoples clothes..... that and a cooler spilt in the back seat, and lets just say the floor is just a tad bit "damp" haha Funny that you say this Zach.. My Aurora hasnt been to Myrtle beach in 4 yrs, and It still has Sand in all the cracks and crevices that I still havnt been able to get out!! lol
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Post by scottydl on Jun 25, 2009 15:12:11 GMT -6
Alright all, we're headed north shortly and I'll be offline until Saturday morning... so see you then! Kay has my cell phone number if needed, and I hereby give her permission to give it out to anyone (via PM please ) who is attending the meet and needs it. Other Shabbona Lake folks, look for the big green/white "Thor Residency" RV and of course the Aurora. We'll be visiting some family in the area all day Friday, so not sure when we'll be around the site. Happy travels everyone!
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Post by kaykirk on Jun 25, 2009 15:51:20 GMT -6
Kay has my cell phone number... (<--thinking) ;D ;D ;D
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Post by Deleted on Jun 25, 2009 16:01:02 GMT -6
PM sent, me being the youngest attending member also means im the most un experienced driver, and I can get to aurora no problem, but my GPS and mapquest all have me avoiding 88. So I will program your number, and I will be in touch once im on the outskirts of aurora. heading up the I-55 corridor north, where do I turn onto I-88, dad says that 55 will take me to 88 but he also says it runs east to west. Do I head east or do I head west? He's unsure himself. I wont be back on until sunday after noon seing as my friend is still hell bent on coming. She will just have to take it easy. I hope to have many good photo op's...we need to make sure collins regrets not coming to this meet. are we staying at the site all day or are we planning on having an aurora run? I wouldnt mind having a photo op with the good ole 5-0, the pigs, the po po, you know? ;D that and kays "hunk" might be around. I would seriously laugh if we encountered the "babyh" again.
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Post by Oldsnut on Jun 25, 2009 16:40:57 GMT -6
If you are coming from Springfield on I-55, it merges with I-39 North and take that to I-88 East. Does your family not own a map of Illinois?
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Post by Deleted on Jun 25, 2009 17:16:03 GMT -6
If you are coming from Springfield on I-55, it merges with I-39 North and take that to I-88 East. Does your family not own a map of Illinois? puppies....................... ;D
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Post by XJSman89 on Jun 25, 2009 17:31:12 GMT -6
..........what?
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Post by Deleted on Jun 25, 2009 18:27:13 GMT -6
puppies!! I have found out they eat EVERYTHING. including paper products, and laminated products, and even some metallic products...throw in some steel while your at it.
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