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mbmbstreamer · 10-25-2007, 08:14 PM

We will be bringing two items:

Pot Roast w/Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Pumpkin Cheesecake.

Looking forward to our first trip with this group.
-Matt and Beth

Zucchini bread - Phil and/or Sue
lemondrop Come see us for Lemondrops, lemonade, lemonchello and lemon for your tea.
Aturner & Ike_T - Chili & Tossed Salad (italian & ranch dressing on the side)
Alan & Shannon - Pumpkin YAHOO
Glen Coombe & Julie- Brownies
Blackened Cajun Catfish, Blackberry pie - Kevin and Erin
Baked Potato Casserole with Roasted Garlic - Sugarfoot
BBQ & Ribs - joint venture: empresley / nilesrob
Halloween Cupcakes - nvestysly

Minnie's Mate · 10-26-2007, 07:28 AM

I baked two Key Lime Pies last night in honor of Klattu. Last time at the Springstream Rally I actually got a proposal from one of the guys

but had to tell him that I didn't think Minnie would let me!

Becki is making a baked Mac-n-Cheese, too.

Zucchini bread - Phil and/or Sue
lemondrop Come see us for Lemondrops, lemonade, lemonchello and lemon for your tea.
Aturner & Ike_T - Chili & Tossed Salad (italian & ranch dressing on the side)
Alan & Shannon - Pumpkin YAHOO
Glen Coombe & Julie- Brownies
Blackened Cajun Catfish, Blackberry pie - Kevin and Erin
Baked Potato Casserole with Roasted Garlic - Sugarfoot
BBQ & Ribs - joint venture: empresley / nilesrob
Halloween Cupcakes - nvestysly
Key Lime Pies (2) - Minnie's Mate AKA Tom, the uber Disney fan
Baked Mac-n-Cheese - Minnie of Minnie's Mate AKA Tom's main squeeze!

Minnie's Mate · 10-26-2007, 07:32 AM

BTW, where is the 10:00 am get-together again?

Jim & Susan · 10-26-2007, 08:47 AM

Hey Guys, we have to bow out on the weekend. Really wanted to see everybody again. Family commitments getting in the way. Next time.....

Jim

aturner4u · 10-26-2007, 08:57 AM

It's official, we are backing out. Sorry! We really wanted to meet everyone at what would have been our first rally. Now we will have to wait until January.

*trying to figure out what to do with all the chili and salad*

ALANSD · 10-26-2007, 10:44 AM

two more down....sorry ...we will miss ya!

10 AM LETS MEET NEAR MY SITE WHICH IS ALSO NEAR KATHY AND SUGARFOOT ( DACIA)...47
No big news, just giving out the signs for open house and the raffle tix.
see you all tonight!!

Minnie's Mate · 10-26-2007, 11:20 AM

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see you all tonight!!

We'll be getting in kind of late tonight. I'll get home after 6:00 and will have to hitch up and last minute packing, eat a quick sandwich and then hit the road from the south side of Atlanta so we should be there about 10:00-10:30. But, we'll see everybody then...or at 10:00 tomorrow morning.

brownsmtnlab · 10-26-2007, 01:07 PM

WE ARE NOT BACKING OUT!!!!! Our vehicle did! We were making the 8% grade from Erwin Tn to the North Carolina state line last night, when the trans temperature climbed WAY above normal. We let it cool down and attempted some more of the grade, but the temperature climbed very quickly again. Somethings not right....especially our state of mind right now, we are very sad about missing this event. The highway patrol gave us an escort to a turn around so we could head back home without any further climbs. We made it back home by 2:30 am under our own power. AAARRRGGGHHH. My wife had worked so hard these last couple of weeks to finish the new upholstery for the "house tour". We'll make it to another event soon...equipped with a 3/4 ton this time I guess. Good outcome considering, but we're sad none the less!
Kevin, Erin, Luna and Raiden

Ike T · 10-26-2007, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by brownsmtnlab

WE ARE NOT BACKING OUT!!!!! Our vehicle did! We were making the 8% grade from Erwin Tn to the North Carolina state line last night, when the trans temperature climbed WAY above normal. We let it cool down and attempted some more of the grade, but the temperature climbed very quickly again. Somethings not right....especially our state of mind right now, we are very sad about missing this event. The highway patrol gave us an escort to a turn around so we could head back home without any further climbs. We made it back home by 2:30 am under our own power. AAARRRGGGHHH. My wife had worked so hard these last couple of weeks to finish the new upholstery for the "house tour". We'll make it to another event soon...equipped with a 3/4 ton this time I guess. Good outcome considering, but we're sad none the less!
Kevin, Erin, Luna and Raiden

I'm glad I'm not the only one who can blame the TV. I just need to find another mechanic to blame, and my conscience would be clear.

Silver Threads · 10-26-2007, 02:14 PM

Wanted to tell everyone I hope you have a Wonderful Time!! I soo wanted to be there. Everyone have safe travels!

GlenCoombe · 10-27-2007, 06:41 PM

It's Saturday night at the Falluminum Ralley, the weather is here and it's just beautiful.
New and old friends. Good food and fellowship. The lake is at low tide. But the boats are still out there... if they could get to the water.
The pot luck dinner was as usual a gourmet smorgasbord.
The entertainment was outasight! Alan led his merry men on a musical delight and all left happy and smilin'.
Already sights are set on a Spring Thing in '08 and we're just $10 short of the pavillion rental as donations topped the required rental amount by $40 at dinner.
For those who missed Falluminum you've just gotta put the Spring Thing on the calendar for next year.
If you're not here .... you missed it.

starflyte1 · 10-28-2007, 05:59 AM

Thanks Glen, for the report. I was thinking of all of you the whole day, from the morning meeting to the after dinner entertainment. Sounds like everything was perfect, just as the Spring 07 was.

How did the satellite set up go? I would like to have listened in as we have carried our dish and two receivers 18,000 miles this summer and have used it once. I can't get past the set-up.

Already looking forward to the Spring Thing in 08!

Pat

ALANSD · 10-28-2007, 03:54 PM

We had a super weekend!! The food last night was terrific...thanks to all those who worked so hard to create the variety of dishes we got to share.
The raffle donations were a load of fun, and the "Twice a Year Band" had a good time sharing some tunes with everyone.
I always get a big charge out of the tour of homes, and it was no dissapointment this time.
Lastly the weather, fall colors and full moon made the whole event another to remember.
We are already looking at the plans for April and I will start a new thread soon, once I talk to the park and make sure we can nail down a date.

As for the satelite, it was a bust. No signal, probably due to many trees across from our site. But, the TIVO worked great and we had movies galore.

Silverhobby · 10-28-2007, 04:37 PM

Back to Vale was a pleasant drive, (except for the heavy traffic heading into Asheville). With a few stops along the way, I got in at 6:15 PM. My friend Ronnie and I had a blast and thank everyone for the great B'day party and well wishes. The open house was fun. I really enjoyed seeing the Spartan, Shasta, and the many AS trailers that were totally decked out for the rally. Hazel and Bruce, and many others that I met, I look forward to seeing you at future campouts. camper (DT) thanks for bringing the propane tanks. I gotta unpack now. Pictures will be posted later...

jeffnjen30 · 10-28-2007, 04:39 PM

We had a great time - thanks for the fun and fellowship. We also enjoyed the band last night (great job guys - and the music we love) - tho we had to leave early because Jeff's mom was cold. And proud to say - we had no major issues to deal with!

ColdEspresso · 10-28-2007, 07:00 PM

Hi all!!! I hope everyone had as good of a time as I did. What a weekend!!! I'll take a forums rally anytime. Who can beat music, movies, swapping stories, dozens of beautiful trailers, and Martin's ribs. I'll heat up the espresso anytime for this crowd. I will try to post pictures shortly.

Be well and pull straight...

Mario

desidou · 10-28-2007, 07:03 PM

This was our third rally with the group and it keeps getting better! Every year, I bring my kayak, thinking I'll have PLENTY of time to get out there and paddle around, but then I have too much fun visiting with everyone! It was so great to see all of our old friends and to meet some new ones. I almost took a new one home with me! (in the form of Mr. & Mrs. Chinup's adoptable dogs)

It's always such a great time meeting the variety of folks who own and love their "portable palaces" - even those that aren't of the aluminum variety

The bubble man was surely a hit - among the kids and the kids-at-heart! The weather was better than any of us could have expected - it was truly gorgeous and such a treat! The only thing I'm sad about was that we had to leave today instead of being able to stay longer.

Hope everyone had a safe trip home! I'll try to upload my pictures and post a link to them in a few days.

Desi & Joel

brazinkj · 10-28-2007, 07:11 PM

This was our second trip to Hiawasse. First with our own camper. We really enjoyed meeting new people and seeing some familiar faces. the Potluck was great and the music so fab!
Our Lemondrop faired well as we enjoyed being a "bright " spot in the campground... Many asked where we got the awning... vintage supply.com.

Hope to see you in the Spring.
Lemondrop ( Kathy) and Camper Dan.

camperski · 10-28-2007, 07:27 PM

AHHHH!!!!!!! at last the kids are in bed. Haven't finished unpacking but thats what the next week is for. we are at least talking about "topsail" and we are "IN" for the Spring. Was great to see all of you again, and meet many new great folks! Thanks for the trick or treating, tolerating our herd, the new ideas, suggestions and allowing us to be part. will post pics soon.

Sugarfoot · 10-28-2007, 08:04 PM

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AHHHH!!!!!!! at last the kids are in bed. . . . .

Even after all that Halloween candy???

We're home and I've had to hit the ground running with "my other life" again. We were about to hitch up at Hiawassee when Overlander63 (Terry and Marie) rolled in. It was such a pleasure to talk with Terry and Marie for a bit and see their Airstream home, Bertha, and of course the Peek-a-Poo Cookie. When we left around 3PM only PizzaChop, Phil and/or Sue, Clancy Boy, and McLogger along with Overlander63 were left.

I'll try to get pictures up tomorrow sometime. What a great rally as always. Thanks Alan for organizing this event.