Wave 1 Countdown..........

[pamperedalf]

Ann inspired me this morning, so I'm starting early........

Today is Sunday, March 1, 2009.
There are 131 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1.


As we get closer, tips will be coming! Right now if you can afford it, keep an eye out for flights. There are deals that com San Fran for $220 (cheapest I have ever seen to Chicago).

See you in Chicago!!!!

[Liquid Sky]

I know, I am SOOOO excited! I just looked up airfare from Phoenix, AZ this morning and they are about $220 after all fees and taxes!! Last year I spent about $364 on air. I put an email into my AD to see if it would be too premature to jump onto this deal or if we can get a slightly lower rate (based upon the average that my AD has seen in the past 8 years).

[babywings76]

My DH is thinking of coming with me and we'll make an extended vacation out of it--if my mom will be able to babysit, that is. :D

[Flamingo]

Ok now only 130 days till NC Wave 1:chef:

[pamperedalf]

Ok now only 130 days till NC Wave 1:chef:

Andrea we should think about what we're wearing when we walk. Where's Lacy?? She's walking w/ us.

Oh wait I need to start exercising first & not eat cake for breakfast.
lol

[DessertDivaFL]

This will be my first PC conference. I can't wait!!! I was able to get an airline ticket for $181 round-trip from Fort Myers FL with USA 3000.

[Flamingo]

I need to make sure that I am walking first before I decide what to wear.... 2 of my team went inactive this month and prospects are not looking very good. I do have a full schedule this month so I will work on the recruiting . Now to get everybody qualified is another thing....

[MissChef]

Oh Amanda! Where have I been... you know I'm going to jump on this band wagon with you! I am sooooooooooo counting this down!!! Can't wait and I'm excited we are 1st this year!

[DebbieJ]

I don't need to buy plane tickets. :)

[pamperedalf]

Oh Amanda! Where have I been... you know I'm going to jump on this band wagon with you! I am sooooooooooo counting this down!!! Can't wait and I'm excited we are 1st this year!

Can't wait to see you Cathy!!!! I knew you would find this thread.

[pamperedalf]

I don't need to buy plane tickets. :)

Silly me, I should have said for those of us who need it. I'm jealous that you can drive in (or you take the L). We'll see you in a few months.

[pamperedalf]

Today is Tuesday, March 3, 2009.
There are 129 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1

8 days till I get my new baby chicks.

It looks like we will have a lot of newbies, wahoo!!:D

[lacychef]

I'm here:)
I'll have to wear something to match my red feather boa my director bought me....(a deal we made last year at conference...if I didn't promote by leadership I have to wear a boa when I walk at national...me & a clustermate had commented on how we'd never wear that stuff!)

[kcmckay]

Woo Hoo I'm super excited too. I'm a newbie to conference this year. I would have gone last year but couldn't take time off work. Already have the time off this year!!:) Can't wait!!!

[pamperedalf]

I'm here:)
I'll have to wear something to match my red feather boa my director bought me....(a deal we made last year at conference...if I didn't promote by leadership I have to wear a boa when I walk at national...me & a clustermate had commented on how we'd never wear that stuff!)

I was getting ready to email you....Hope all is well in your neck of the woods.

[pamperedalf]

Today is Wednesday, March 4, 2009.
There are 128 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1

7 days before I get my baby chics (boy dh better fix the coop).

Hope everyone has a great Wednesday!

[lacychef]

baby chicks? Sounds fun...I bet your son likes them!

[pamperedalf]

baby chicks? Sounds fun...I bet your son likes them!

He does love them. When they get bigger he carries them around the yard like their his kids. They might start laying when we are in Chicago.

[pamperedalf]

Today is Thursday, March 5, 2009.
There are 127 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1

6 days before I get my baby chics

[pamperedalf]

Thank God it's FRIDAY, March 6, 2009.
There are 126 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1

5 days before I get my baby chics, we went and purchased our last minute supplies last night. We will finish this weekend & have the coop ready for next wednesday. My poor chicken won't know what happened.

[MissChef]

Yay! 126 days!! Wahoooooo!!! I can't wait... airfare is the best it's been here too... I need to figure it out... scared to wait to see if it drops, but people keep telling me it will... last year I paid almost 600.00 this year i can get it right now for just over $300.00!:D:thumbup:

[pamperedalf]

Happy Saturday, March 7, 2009.
There are 125 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1

4 days before I get my baby chics

Cathy I can't believe you paid almost $600 for a ticket. I hope they go down one more time, because I didn't have the $$ when they were really low for us. They're sitting at $350 for us right now.

[pamperedalf]

Happy Sunday, March 8, 2009.
There are 124 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1

3 days before I get my baby chics, ds is driving me crazy wanting to know when the chics are coming. There coming from Ohio, so I hope they send us all strong ones.


Remember conference registration is Mid April $200. We can earn if for free, so book book April!!!

[Crystal Patton]

I just checked Southwest - from Phoenix to Chicago round trip is $233.50 - WOW!!!

[pamperedalf]

It's Monday, March 9, 2009.
There are 123 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1

2 days before I get my baby chics, we still have a lot of work to get done before our chics arrive wed morn.

Today is PAYDAY!! Wahoo!:D

Crystal, I hope you snagged that flight. SW for us the cheapest is $340, which is way too much imo.

Everyone have a beautiful week!!!

[kisrae]

I should of known better that you would have the count down started.
I CAN'T WAIT.

[pamperedalf]

It's Tuesday, March 10, 2009.
There are 122 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1

1 days before I get my baby chics, there little cage is ready w/ food & water.


Don't forget 5 more days to get your 2 shows in for the recipe holder.


I should of known better that you would have the count down started.
I CAN'T WAIT.

I'm only following what others did. ;)

[pamperedalf]

Sorry the day is almost over. This week has been chaotic.

It's Thursday, March 12, 2009.
There are 120 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1

Chics are here, but we have lost 4 unfortunately. I have to try and attempt to count them this afternoon before I call the hatchery.

[pamperedalf]

Happy Friday Everyone!!!

It's Friday, March 13, 2009.
There are 119 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1


Don't forget triple point days, I hope that I catch one. We will find out in our newswire when they are for the past week starting ST. Pattie's day!!

[jbdowd0798]

cool thanks for letting us know that!

[lacychef]

One? I wanna hit them all, LOL.

[pamperedalf]

You go Lacy!!

[pamperedalf]

It's Monday, March 16, 2009.
There are 116 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1

Hope everyone has a wonderful week!!!!

Check SW out if you still need a ticket, they dropped ours $80 so I just bought my ticket. What a nice gift!!!

Remember Sell $1250 and you receive all the pink stuff for FREE!!!

[pamperedalf]

It's Wednesday, March 18, 2009.
There are 114 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1

All the information about housing, schedule on CC. Hotel reg opens April 14th.
Kristi also posted it yesterday on cs.

[pamperedalf]

It's Thursday, March 19, 2009.
There are 113 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1

Start thinking about how many rooms you need, if you want to reserve your room through exper. you need to do it the first day, so your not put on a waiting list. Remember 1st night down.

If you do a non conference hotel & book online it's all upfront.

[PCCHeather0506]

YAY Just booked my flight for Conference! I got it $89 each way through SW leaving from Albany NY!! WOO HOO!! Sooo excited!!

[Flamingo]

It's Sunday, March 22, 2009.
There are 110 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1

[lacychef]

One of my friends/cluster-mates emailed to say SW flights for us are as low as $49/one way! Awesome.

[MissChef]

One of my friends/cluster-mates emailed to say SW flights for us are as low as $49/one way! Awesome.

Thanks Lacy! I can't believe how inexpensive flights are this year, as I said last year I paid almost 600.00, this year I am finding them around 275.00 for me here in Inland Northwest!
Wahoo! 110 days! can't wait:D

[pamperedalf]

It's Monday, March 23, 2009.
There are 109 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1

Flights dropped this week for us too. I got R/T out of San Fran for $220. That's the cheapest I have ever seen to Chicago. Remember registration opens in 2 & 1/2 weeks. Fill your April, so you can earn conference for FREE!

[jbdowd0798]

Amanda are you leaving Wednesday morning??? I'm looking at the same thing but need to find someone to watch my kids for 3 days (Wed, Thurs, Fri) :(

[pamperedalf]

Amanda are you leaving Wednesday morning??? I'm looking at the same thing but need to find someone to watch my kids for 3 days (Wed, Thurs, Fri) :(

Yes we are leaving Wed morn & coming back Sat Night, I will be there bright & early.

[pamperedalf]

It's Tuesday, March 24, 2009.
There are 108 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1

Do you know who your rooming w/? Do you know who's reserving the room? Do you know which hotel your staying at? Room registration opens up in a few weeks.

[PCCHeather0506]

YAY! Getting sooo excited!! I'm ready to go! Airfare- check, roomates- check, hotel choice- check! I can't wait for open registration!! What time can you start calling? 9am?

[MissChef]

YAY! Getting sooo excited!! I'm ready to go! Airfare- check, roomates- check, hotel choice- check! I can't wait for open registration!! What time can you start calling? 9am?

Just get on line on that day.. go to the national conference link and you can read about all the workshops and pick what you want... warning the website might be bogged down because we are all on there trying to get registered too! No need to call though, just do it from PC's website... super easy!;)

[Flamingo]

It's Wednesday, March 25, 2009.
There are 107 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1

I CAN'T WAIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[MissChef]

how exciting! I can't wait! I will be purchasing my ticket in the next 10 days! my best friend & her husband are pilots and they get me deals and she uses her credit card, (gives her deals), and then I just pay her in 2 payments and all is good!
she has done this for me every year and it works out great for the both of us!
Now I just need to get motivated and quit havng family issues and book my April up really strong, so I can earn either 1/2 price or all the registration for free! :D

[lacychef]

I have a little dilemma now...our dance school girls may go to national competition...which is the same dates as conference:cry: Not sure what we're doing yet...

[babywings76]

Oh that stinks! Well, I mean I guess it's great for your dancers! :D

[Flamingo]

It's Thursday, March 26, 2009.
There are 106 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1

[pamperedalf]

It's finally Friday, March 27, 2009.
There are 105 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1!!

Andrea thanks for picking up the slack for me. My computer crashed earlier this week and I haven't been able to log in here.

Lacy You are coming, we can't have conference w/o you. I just won't have it.

So watch out I'm back.

Cathy yay for getting airfare in a week.

[Flamingo]

It's Sunday, March 29, 2009.
There are 103 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1!!

At least it is that time on the east coast.....

[pamperedalf]

Andrea you are so funny!!!

[lacychef]

I'll see what I can do Amanda:) I definately want to go...we're walking together, right?

[Flamingo]

It's Monday, March 30, 2009.
There are 102 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1!!


Can't wait for double digits in the countdown.....

[pamperedalf]

I'll see what I can do Amanda:) I definately want to go...we're walking together, right?

Yes we are!!!!

[pamperedalf]

It's Tuesday, March 31, 2009.
There are 101 days until National Conference 2009, Wave 1!!

Last day to get sales in for your $1250 for Pink Products. We find out what triple days were last week this afternoon. Hope we hit some (lacy will hit them all).

[Flamingo]

so did Lacy hit them all?????

[jbdowd0798]

100 days til Conference!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Today is April 1st btw!:D

[pamperedalf]

Wahoo only 100 days. I think I chose my laptop, now if my check would get here so I could order it. Now to book 10 extra shows to pay for it.

[Flamingo]

99 days til Conference!!!!!

Today is April 2nd

double digits..... YEA!!!

[babywings76]

This is getting so exciting!

What do you pack? What types of clothes do I need to bring and how many outfits? Do you just do one carry-on, or do you pack a regular suitcase?

[MORFIA]

in great need---cant wait

[chefHLM]

This is getting so exciting!

What do you pack? What types of clothes do I need to bring and how many outfits? Do you just do one carry-on, or do you pack a regular suitcase?

Oooh, good question! And I thought I had asked everything already! LOL

[pamperedalf]

Thanks Andrea, since all my computer issues I can't get on here as much as I like.

I like to carry on, but that all depends on you. Some airlines charge (who am I kidding most airlines) to check.
For the 3 days of conference business casual (no denim). We have 1 night w/ dinner w/ our exec dirs, some do themes, some people dress up, talk w/ your upline on that one.
Make sure you have walking shoes, lots of walking at the conference center.

I bring capris and cute tops, which is usually what I wear most of the time. This year I'm adding a cute dress to walk across stage as a new director. HTH

[lacychef]

anyone hit triple points? I turned in a 1100 show the day before one of them, dang!

[pamperedalf]

98 days til Conference!!!!!

Today is April 3rd, yeah it's Friday!!

April Reminders:
2 shows submitted 1-15th (must be held in April)= new HWC apron
$2500 or $5000 submitted in April= 1/2 off or Free registration (opens 16th I believe). There's still time get on that phone.
April 14th room registration opens (know who you're rooming w/ & who is paying the deposit 1st night up front). Rooms go fast!

Lacy I only hit a small one the first time. I will take what I can get, 1 less catalog show at the end.

[MissChef]

Wow... I can't believe it's less than 100 days! I have not worked my business much lately... had a lot going on in my personal life... I need to really concentrate on the april may and june so that I can justify conference! Plus I need to book april up strong so that I can earn free conference registration then the $500 coming out of checks for conference club can be all mine for hotel and spending cash!
thanks for counting down Andrea and Amanda... you can tell I haven't been as much into my business as last year... last year I made it my personal goal to try to beat you all on here everymorning! LOL! I would just stay up late and do it after midnight! lol!:)

[pamperedalf]

Wow... I can't believe it's less than 100 days! I have not worked my business much lately... had a lot going on in my personal life... I need to really concentrate on the april may and june so that I can justify conference! Plus I need to book april up strong so that I can earn free conference registration then the $500 coming out of checks for conference club can be all mine for hotel and spending cash!
thanks for counting down Andrea and Amanda... you can tell I haven't been as much into my business as last year... last year I made it my personal goal to try to beat you all on here everymorning! LOL! I would just stay up late and do it after midnight! lol!:)

Cathy, I so understand, I need to kick up my business more too.

[Flamingo]

97 days til Conference!!!!!

Today is April 4th, yeah it's Saturday!!

[pamperedalf]

97 days til Conference!!!!!

Today is April 4th!!

Correction to yesterdays post, registration opens the 14th (only 10 days left).


Have a beautiful weekend!!!

[Flamingo]

Ok Amanda are we ready to walk???? I need one of my recruits to recruit and I am there..... how about you?????

[pamperedalf]

Not quite there yet Andrea, but I am walking. No more flippin excuses. Hey Double recruiting points this month.

[COOKINWITHSHERRI]

I got my flight from Southwestern about a week ago for $120 round trip from Lawrence KS... Last year I paid $178.00. Woo Hoo! Now I'm working toward hotel, food and spending money! See you all there!

[pamperedalf]

95 days til Conference!!!!!

Today is April 6th!!

8 days left before registration opens. You can look at the workshops online to get an idea of what you want to take.

Sherri, great deal on your airfare!!!

[PCCHeather0506]

I'm walking too!! I started with only 1 consultant as of Jan 1st...and then I got one in Feb, 1 in March, and now I've got 2 definites for April and possibly 2 more!! Not to mention my new recruit from February just got a recruit!! I'm sooo excited!!! T Minus 95 days!!!!

[pamperedalf]

94 days til Conference!!!!!

Today is April 7th!!

7 days left before registration opens.


For those of you w/ united miles, I just received an email the other day. You can use 50 miles for one way or 100 miles round trip for a super shuttle from the airport to the hotel.

I thought that was a really good deal.

Heather Wahoo, can't wait to walk w/ you!

Andrea, you are on Countdown duty over the weekend, we leave Thurs afternoon for a camping trip.

Everyone have a beautiful Tuesday!

[Flamingo]

Hey mabey I have plans for the weekend also... Ok I don't but if I did we might loose count and then never know when we were going to National... Ohhhhh Noooooo No just joking... I will be happy to keep count this weekend.... Have a great time camping... I hope the Easter Bunny finds you and your family in the woods...LOL LOL

[pamperedalf]

Hey mabey I have plans for the weekend also... Ok I don't but if I did we might loose count and then never know when we were going to National... Ohhhhh Noooooo No just joking... I will be happy to keep count this weekend.... Have a great time camping... I hope the Easter Bunny finds you and your family in the woods...LOL LOL

You are so funny!!! We will have a great weekend and the Easter Bunny always finds us just not in the woods. We will be at the sand dunes outside of Reno. I am just glad we get to go, dh almost didn't get the time off. Now it's a race to pack.

[Flamingo]

93 days til Conference!!!!!

Today is April 8th!!

6 days left before registration opens.

SO IS EVERYONE EXCITED????

[MissChef]

93 days!! WAHOOO! I so need to book my flight and I need to really kick up by new health program... and do more exercising! I've lost about 20-25 pounds since the first of the year... I'd like to be a few more dress sizes lower before I go! I can do it!!! :D

[PCCHeather0506]

WOW Cat that's GREAT!! Congrats to you! Keep up the good work!! YAY for only 93 days left!!! I can't wait!!!

[kcmckay]

WOO HOO I'm very excited!! Just booked my flight this morning and I know that at least 2 other people in my cluster are on same flight yay! I can't wait. Now I just need to get some sales and shows so I can earn money to pay/ 1/2 off registration!!

[Koolotus]

93 days til Conference!!!!!

Today is April 8th!!

6 days left before registration opens.

SO IS EVERYONE EXCITED????

Holy crow! I guess I SHOULD BE!

[pamperedalf]

90 days til Conference!!!!!

Today is April 11th!!

Cheryl you better get excited!!! I always have a blast w/ you.

So I'm back early from my trip (we never made it there), my fairly new truck (2005) broke down 1/2 way there in the snow.:mad: A part inside the engine broke, so we camped one night at a chevy dealership for them to tell us it will be more than a week for them to fix it.:cry: So we had to call dh's dad to come pick us up & pull our trailer home.

[pamperedalf]

Oh yah 3 days left before registration!!

[Flamingo]

Welcome back early............... I was just comming on to update the countdown but now I do not need to... Thanks!!!!

[Koolotus]

90 days til Conference!!!!!

Today is April 11th!!

Cheryl you better get excited!!! I always have a blast w/ you.

So I'm back early from my trip (we never made it there), my fairly new truck (2005) broke down 1/2 way there in the snow.:mad: A part inside the engine broke, so we camped one night at a chevy dealership for them to tell us it will be more than a week for them to fix it.:cry: So we had to call dh's dad to come pick us up & pull our trailer home.

I'm excited! I'm excited! I'm excited!

[Flamingo]

88 days til Conference!!!!!

Today is April 13th!!

[lacychef]

Oh bummer Amanda!
I have got to make my decision soon....I have just been sick thinking that I'm going to miss SOMEthing...just not sure which one yet.

[jbdowd0798]

Okay question- so not knowing when we are moving in July or August- IF I register for NC and end up not being able to go am I out the $225 or can I get it back???

[lacychef]

I'm pretty sure that it can be refunded...but by a certain date. I'm sure it's on CC in the conference section.

[pamperedalf]

87 days til Conference!!!!!

Today is April 14th!!

Registration opens today!!!!!!:)

[jbdowd0798]

Today is April 16th so only 85 days til Conference!!!!!

I'm registered for NC, AND JUST BOUGHT MY TICKET!!!!!!!!!!!!! $233 from San Jose!!!


So, now that I'm flying into O'Hare just have to figure out how i'm getting to the hotel! lol Hopefully my taxi cab Dad can pick me up! hee hee :)

[pamperedalf]

84 days til Conference!!!!!

Today is April 17th!!

It will be here before you know it. Start thinking about daycare for your kids (if you have kids). Remember most of us will be gone Wed-Sat/Sun.

[pamperedalf]

82 days til Conference!!!!!

Today is April 19!!!


Make sure you have a room booked or a spot in a room for you to lay your head down in. Once you have a room, ask questions about your roommates. If there are roomies who snore, you will want some earplugs. You also want to make sure you mesh.

[kcmckay]

82 days til Conference!!!!!

Today is April 19!!!


Make sure you have a room booked or a spot in a room for you to lay your head down in. Once you have a room, ask questions about your roommates. If there are roomies who snore, you will want some earplugs. You also want to make sure you mesh.

WOO HOO

I just registered. And we have our room. My roomies may be the ones needing earplugs LOL.:blushing: I sometimes snore. I'm pretty sure we'll be ok. I'm rooming with my recruiter, our director and another clustermate. My recruiter and I have roomed in more social settings before and aren't strangers to being bed buddies!! :):p

[jbdowd0798]

81 DAYS TIL CONFERENCE!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I'm so excited!!! :-)

[DessertDivaFL]

Yipee! 81 days! Wahoo!

[jbdowd0798]

80 Days til Conference!!!!!!

[Flamingo]

Thanks for keeping up with this Becky... I can not wait to see you all again........

[Flamingo]

Ok these are tips from wave 3 but I am hoping they do not mind if I just share them with my wave...
Thanks Rae!!!! :chef:

You'll probably only have a few cluster/team meetings between now and NC. Write down anything you want to discuss with your clustermates so you can ask at the meetings. What do they usually do during down time? Do they usually move about as a group or will you be mostly on your own? Do they usually choose expensive restaurants, mid-range meals, or cheap & cheerful cuisine? Your roommates and travel buddies will be good sources of info.

[Bren706]

I just thought I would pop in and say hello to all my Wave 1 buddies! I am so going to miss seeing everyone this year. :cry::cry: I had such a great time meeting everyone in person last year. However, I will be overcome with joy, with the arrival with a new baby girl a week or two after conference :love::love:, so that is the reason for no traveling for me.

[jbdowd0798]

79 days til conference!!!:love:

Come on folks get EXCITED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:sing::balloon::thumbup::p

[jbdowd0798]

78 days to go!!!!

[kcmckay]

Woo Hoo I AM excited!!!!!!!!

[DessertDivaFL]

77 days to go!

[MissChef]

Wow! Really!:eek: I'm the first one out of our wave to post on this in 2 days! Well.... goodie for me!!:D:p
75 days left until conference!!:sing::D
I got one Amanda!!! Considering it was you and I really going at it last year to see who could be first! LOL!;):D

[chefHLM]

It's getting close...I can't wait! I think I've been driving my husband crazy telling him how excited I am and how I can't wait til July!

[kcmckay]

It's getting close...I can't wait! I think I've been driving my husband crazy telling him how excited I am and how I can't wait til July!


LOL I'm trying not to show how excited I am to my DH as he's jonesing for a vacation and I'm kind of taking one w/out him.:p Oh well I need it.

[DessertDivaFL]

I just told my mom about me going to Chicago for the NC and she is so excited for me! She knew I would do well at this business. It is great having family behind you!

[DessertDivaFL]

74 days until NC! Wahoo!

[pamperedalf]

Sorry ladies to be mia, busy week. I am so looking forward to conference & can't wait to see everyone.

[Flamingo]

73 Days to go....

[christinaspc]

I registered yesterday and got my plane ticket !!!!! I am so excited!!!

[DessertDivaFL]

72 days to go!

[Flamingo]

Ok it's only 71 days to go ..... Are we all getting excited!!!!

[pamperedalf]

A little over 2 months, it's going to be here before we know it.

[pamperedalf]

I am posting Rae's tip of the day, maybe I will keep a file this year of all her tips.

Start a file. I keep 2 NC files--1 in a manila folder, the other on my computer. This is where I keep all NC materials--confirmations, receipts, lists, etc. I use the computer file for anything I don't want to waste a lot of paper on. The folder is for anything I might want to take with me (like a hotel confirmation).

Getting organized now helps me to stay organized all the way through NC.

[Flamingo]

Good tips THANKS!!! I have been going for 3 years now and have not even thought of that. I know I am not as organized as I should be....

[Flamingo]

Hey Amanda ARE WE WALKING?????? 1 recruit and 1 recruits recruit to go for me.... Oh and for everyone to stay active...

[lacychef]

Yeah, time's ticking to get our teams in order!

I earned conference for free---so excited! Anyone else? I have to go now, LOL. I think I've got it figured out to fly out from dance competition to Chicago...only bummer is no straight flight & fly by myself...but I think I can do it!

[DessertDivaFL]

I haven't earned free or 1/2 price conference but I did do the Conference Club so it is already paid for. The only thing left is to register and select my classes.

70 days to go!

[Lifeat50]

YIPEEEEEEE! I earned 1/2 price conference. I completed my 40th day yesterday and closed a show which took me over $2500 in sales for April!!!!!!!!! I am so excited!

I will finish my teaching career on May 27th and then watch out world because I will be able to do PC full-time!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[pamperedalf]

Rae's tip of the day: This brings something important to mind. Always double-check. It's easy to get used to relying on your director, your recruiter, your clustermates, or your friends here at CS for information. We're good, but we're not perfect. The best source of information is the HO. Make sure you're reading what they send and what's posted on CC.

Andrea & Lacy I'm trying really hard to promote, 2 recruits to go. I know I can, I know I can!!

[christinaspc]

I am hoping to promote as well. I am only 2 recruits away as well. I am very hoping.

[cakegal]

I did not make conference for free or 1/2 but I have saved every PC dollar I've ever gotten and now I am going for FREE!! O.K. not the same but it still feels pretty great given the whole thing is going to cost us a pretty penny.
This will be my first year going and I am soooooo excited!! I hope I can retain all the info.....oh,and win the Whirlwind Product Spree:love:!!
See you girls there.:D
SARAH

[Lifeat50]

Hey Cakegal, I am glad you brought up PC dollars. That is how I paid for conference in the first place so the 1/2 off registration will almost pay for my airfare!!! So, I pay for lodging and food only!!! I am loving PC!!!! Can't wait for conference!

[pamperedalf]

Today is Saturday, May 2nd!
Only 69 days left

Rae's tip fo the day: Begin now making a list of the things you hope to learn at NC. If you’ve never been before, think about what you most want to know. Write down your questions. Read them over frequently. This will plant them in your brain, and you’ll be more likely to recognize an answer when you hear it. That’s one of the best things you can do to prepare your mind for NC.

[pamperedalf]

Today is Sunday, May 3rd!
Only 68 days left

Rae's Tip of the day::thumbup: I like to look my best at NC. Since I have colored hair in a fairly short style, that means making sure that my cut and color are pretty fresh. I've already set my appointments for the next couple of months so I can make sure I'm feeling cute for NC.

If this is a concern for you as well, you might want to make your appointment now. Make sure your stylist be available when you need him/her. (Funny I set my appointment yesterday since we are camping right before conference)

[DessertDivaFL]

I thought about my hair too. I always have it highlighted so I will need fresh highlights before NC.

[christinaspc]

I just got my hair cut about a week or so and hoping it grows out before my class reunion and then national conference. We can only hope !!!!!

[DessertDivaFL]

67 days left!

Sorry Amanda, I had to post it. I want to start my week on a high note! :sing:

[pamperedalf]

Rae's tip of the day: Yesterday I talked about looking good. Today I want to remind you to do what you can to make sure you feel good. NC is physically and mentally stressful. It's good stress, but it's still stress. You have just over 10 weeks to prepare yourself. Here are my suggestions:

Make getting rest a priority. If you're not well rested when you arrive, you're likely to struggle. After all, there's lots to do, so you might be staying up late and getting up early. Most people don't sleep as well in a strange bed. Most of us will be sharing a room with others, which can impair your sleep. These won't be as much of an issue if your sleep bank is full to begin with.

Start walking. There is a lot of walking at NC. Get moving now so you won't feel like you've been hit by a truck on day 2.

Eat well. Fueling your body with good food in the weeks ahead is a good way to make sure you're healthy and energetic when you arrive at NC.

Who knows? It's possible that these will become good habits that will become part of a healthy lifestyle that lasts long after this NC.


Danielle no worries!!!:)

[pamperedalf]

Today is Tuesday, May 3rd!
Only 66 days left

Rae's tip of the day: I was able to see the guy from What Not to Wear at an event I worked recently. He pointed out that fit is the first element of style, and when your clothes fit right they'll be comfortable. He also said that on the show they shop for 2 solid days and consider themselves lucky if they find 7 outfits.

If the only clothes you have that would be appropriate for NC aren't comfortable, you need to do something. You can have the clothes you already have altered. Or, you can buy new. Just remember that it can take lots of time to find clothing that fits your body and your budget.

Here are a few more suggestions I gleaned from Clinton Kelly:

Try everything on.

If you can't immediately picture it with at least 3 things already in your closet, don't buy it. You'll be wasting money and closet space.

A bit of alteration (a dart here, hem there) can make all the difference.

[lacychef]

Fun tips! I'm thinking I'll have enough recruits to promote....but gotta get a couple of them to sign someone...that's the toughie now!

[pamperedalf]

Today is Wednesday, May 6th!
Only 65 days left

Rae's tip of the day: Ken Davis shared these ideas on a recent blog. He was talking about how to get the most out of the conferences he does, but I think they translate well to NC.


Make these resolutions to help you maximize your experiences:

1. Resolve to Relax

So many times we go into new situations tense and defensive, fearful of change and concerned about what people will think. We assume a negative posture that stifles creativity and inhibits learning.

Anticipate a great experience
Believe that you will learn something helpful
Don’t set yourself up to compete. You have nothing to prove. Learning is not competition it is absorption. Become a happy Sponge Bob Square Pants. Soak it up!

2. Resolve to Disarm
We put it this way, “Leave your guns at the door.” All those little tricks and stories and shortcuts that you usually use when the pressure is on; the candy stick, shoot from the hip easy way out solutions that keep you from trying new things, leave them at the door.

Open yourself up to learn new techniques. Risk by exploring new ideas. When you leave the conference you can pick up your guns and take them with you. You may not need them anymore. OR you may find them more affective with the new material you have learned. By leaving them at the door you will resist the temptation to depend on them and miss out on learning something new.

3. Resolve to connect
Dive in. Introduce yourself to instructors and other attendees. Ask questions, offer insight. Eat and talk and laugh with other people. TURN YOUR PHONE OFF!

In twenty years of doing workshops I can count on one hand and half of one foot the number of people who said they got nothing out of it. ALL OF THEM remained isolated and refused to get involved with the people around them. Some felt they knew it all. Usually those were sent by someone who knew they didn’t. Others never disconnected from phone - computer - business, so even though they were physically at the conference, mentally they never left the office.

4. Resolve to commit
I ask our students to commit to what we are teaching just for the length of the conference. Long enough to try the principles, get past the discomfort of doing something NEW, and experience the difference it will make in their performance. Once they leave, I give them permission to dump the whole thing and shoot me with the guns they left at the door, BUT BY THEN THEY ARE HOOKED. [Rae's Note: I'd change this just a bit. I'd resolve to commit to the new ideas for more than just the time of the conference. Give yourself a few weeks, a month or two, to try the new stuff.]

The new grip suggested by a golf pro seems intolerable until you commit to practice it until it becomes natural. Only then will you hit the 250 yard drive or sink the 15 foot putt.

Try these resolutions the next time you are at a conference.

[pamperedalf]

Today is Thursday, May 7th!
Only 64 days left...... The countdown is on, can't wait to see everyone in Chicago.

Rae's tip of the Day: Are your hotel reservations set? If you're staying at a conference hotel, make sure you have all of your roommates listed (with consultant numbers). This really will make things easier in the long run.

Be sure to read through all of the rules and guidelines for conference hotels. You'll want to know your rights and responsibilities just in case.

[pamperedalf]

Today is Sunday, May 10th!
Only 61 days left

Rae's Tip of the day: Happy Mothers Day to everyone who shows loving care to others. Whether you've got children of your own or not, you're a mom.

Thinking about Mothers Day got me thinking about expressing appreciation. My recruiter is no longer with PC. While I'm at NC I usually send her a postcard thanking her for what she did to introduce me to the PC business. It's simple, but little things like that often mean a lot. If there is someone who has helped you in your business, consider expressing your gratitude.

[Flamingo]

Today is Monday, May 11th!
Only 60 days left............

That is sooooo close I can almost taste that great Chicago Pizza they have....

[pamperedalf]

Today is Tuesday, May 12th!
Only 59 days left............ Less than 2 months, Wahoo!

Rae's tip of the day: We have just over 2 months before NC. You'll probably have several shows in that time. You'll do host coaching. You'll make lots of calls. Start taking a critical look at what you're doing, why you're doing it, and how it's working.

Here are a few reasons I can think of for taking a close look at your business before NC.

1. You'll know what areas to target when you're asking questions and taking workshop notes.

2. You'll know what's working well. You're likely to be asked for tips and advice while at NC. By really studying your business, you'll know what to tell those who ask.

3. You'll have a chance to make your business better before you even go. You may discover areas where you can change or streamline to make your business what you want it to be.

[MissChef]

Today is Wednesday May 13th!

We have 58 days to go!:sing::thumbup::D

[DessertDivaFL]

Today is Thursday May 14th and...

We have 57 days to go!

[christinaspc]

wow it seems like time is really going by fast lately getting ready to go.

[pamperedalf]

Rae's tip of the day: Make sure you have your roommates' and clustermates' numbers programmed into your phone. That will help you keep track of one another and adjust plans if necessary.

Many of us Cheffers will also share numbers. I program these under "Cheffer - [Name]" in my phone. It makes it easier for my brain to find the person I'm looking for.

I also take a hard copy of all of the numbers (roommates, clustermates, and Cheffers), just in case I have trouble with my phone. If something happens, I want to be able to use another phone to call.

[Flamingo]

What a great idea Amanda....

[kcmckay]

Today is Friday May 15th and There are only 56 days left till NC!!!

Sorry amanda couldn't wait for you toooooo excited:D:D

Rae's tip of day

Not taking along a laptop? Go ahead and set up your email auto response today. Most email services let you set a start and end date for vacation responses. I usually set mine to start the day I leave and end a couple of days after I get back. That gives me a little time to get around to reading through all of the emails. I simply say that I’m off learning how to become an even better consultant and getting a sneak peek at the new products that will be out this fall. I leave my cell number so they can get to me if they have a PC emergency.

[christinaspc]

I wonder if outlook has an auto responds. I have just recently got the outlook professional 2007 so I haven't gotten to play around with it much.

[jbdowd0798]

Today is MAY 18th and we have..... 53 DAYS TIL NC!!!

[pamperedalf]

Sorry for being MIA, ds turned 5.

Rae's tip of the day: Don't forget to put your Chef Success button on your packing list. We want to be able to pick you out of the crowd. There is a sticky post under National Conference about how you can get your own CS button.

[DessertDivaFL]

52 days to go!

[DessertDivaFL]

51 days to go! Yahoo and Wahoo!

[pamperedalf]

Rae's tip of the day: Don't forget to do a few extra shows in June to get extra spending money. Plus, you'll be earning stuff in the SAT.

[pamperedalf]

50 days to go! Yahoo and Wahoo!

Rae's tip of the day: You may want to start practicing with Where's Waldo? books to get ready to spot those Chef Success buttons at NC. When you do, don't be shy. Wave wildly. Say hi. Give a hug. After all, we're family.

[jbdowd0798]

48 days to go:love::love:


I love the fact that I got to announce a number in the 40s! YAHOO!!! lol :p

Tip of the day from me....lol....okay so I have all the sames ones as Rae as I took all her advice last year. Oh so here is the important thing I learned:

Be open minded to learning new things- techniques, wording, body language etc. I learned a lot by just watching people, talking to people, meeting others, etc.

[pamperedalf]

47 days to go:p

Rae's tip of the day:You're likely to encounter people in Chicago asking for money. I know I did the last time I went to NC. I always hesitate to give cash, since I don't know how it will be used. I do like to help people, though. Someone gave me a great idea. I take fast food gift certificates with me. There are fast food places everywhere downtown. I can give, knowing it can only be used for food. Plus, I can determine a specific amount before I leave for Chicago. I can give a few of dollars' worth to each one. Once I'm out of certificates, I've given the amount I set aside for those donations.

Get your chef success buttons, that's what I look for.........
http://www.chefsuccess.com/f98/chef-success-buttons-2009-a/ (http://www.chefsuccess.com/f98/chef-success-buttons-2009-a-50231/)

Hope everyone is having a great weekend!!!

[lacychef]

I finally registered, lol....is there a thread posting class schedule? Got my flight booked for coming home; still looking for the best deal to get there from Branson. Anyone have experience using those travel websites to get cheap tickets?

[Flamingo]

45 days to go:love:

[lacychef]

I'm hardly here anymore, but I'll count today!

44 days!

[Flamingo]

:love: Ok just 43 days to go :love:

[tlag1986]

I am so ready for this!

[babywings76]

This is getting so exciting! I just can't wait to go!

[chefHLM]

Wahoo! When is too early to start packing? LOL I can't wait!

[Flamingo]

Now it it just 42 days to go.... YEA!!!!!

[DessertDivaFL]

I am so ready for this!

You said it, sista! :p

[JamieLois]

My first NC and I can't wait. I just put my vacation on the calendar at work. Yaaayyy!!!

[Flamingo]

My first NC and I can't wait. I just put my vacation on the calendar at work. Yaaayyy!!!

We are going to have soooooo much fun Team Mate...
I am so excited!!!:chef:

[pamperedalf]

Thanks Andrea for keeping this going. I have been sidetracked w/ the garden & some other stuff. Can't wait to see everyone.

A tip from Rae:You're packing your June and July schedules. I know you are. Don't forget to block out a bit of family time before or after. You'll also want to plan for a day or two to absorb all the NC info and start putting new ideas in place.

[jbdowd0798]

Today is 41 days!!!!!!

[raebates]

I'm honored that you're using my tips in your countdown.

[MORFIA]

40 short days and 3 paychecks to go-

[pamperedalf]

Hey Morfia can't wait to see you!!!!

Rae's tip of the day: ravel can cause, um, digestive issues. While at NC, it would be easy to eat too little fiber and drink too little water. Plan ahead. Take some high-fiber snacks with you. Dried fruit, snack bars, and the like are portable and tasty. Make a conscious effort to drink lots of water. If you're picky about your water, take some of your favorite with you. Otherwise, just take along a refillable sport bottle. There are conveniently placed pitchers of water at each workshop. You'll feel better if you’re well hydrated.

**Rae thanks for all your great tips, I finally made a file so I don't have to copy yours. Thanks again:)**

[jbdowd0798]

39 to Go!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

[chefHLM]

I'm getting so excited! I was just reading the CN about the first timer's orientation, I'm glad I scheduled it! I've been going through my clothes to see what I have to take to NC (also having a yard sale this weekend). I just can't wait to meet everyone and learn how to make my biz a success! That and I could use a vacation from the housework and screaming kids! LOL

[pamperedalf]

Rae's tip of the day: Don't forget to pack sunscreen. Chances are you'll be doing a bit of walking around Chicago. That sun can be brutal in July. We want to make sure you all stay comfortable and healthy. Sunburns are definitely not comfortable, and skin cancer is not healthy.

We should start thinking about our meet N greet!!!:D

[Flamingo]

There is already a thread about it....

http://www.chefsuccess.com/f99/wave-1-meet-n-greet-51888/

[DessertDivaFL]

36 days to go!!!!!!!! :D :love: :chef:

[kisrae]

It's been awhile since I've been back to CS....I can't wait to meet all the new people and to see some old friends again. I have consultant who is coming for the first time and its going to be so much fun.....WAHOO!!!!! I am so ready. School is out in 4 days and I'm finally booking live shows for June. I need a good paycheck for those surpise boxes.

[cookn' katie]

I am doing Priceline for a hotel on Wed. night. Any Priceline one yet???? What did you pay? I was thinking of starting at $50 for a 4 star. I have a month to get one, but I thought since it was awhile out I would start really low. Any tips?

[Flamingo]

32 Days to go!!! Are we all getting ready for the big event???:balloon:

[DessertDivaFL]

I will be arriving exactly one month from now! I can't wait! I have never been to Chicago!

[lacychef]

I am doing Priceline for a hotel on Wed. night. Any Priceline one yet???? What did you pay? I was thinking of starting at $50 for a 4 star. I have a month to get one, but I thought since it was awhile out I would start really low. Any tips?

Just for Wed? Are you staying at a conference hotel the rest of the time? If you're going with a group; it's just as good a deal to split the conference hotel room with 3 other people. Usually ends up being about $170 each person for 3 nights.

[DessertDivaFL]

31 days to go!

[DessertDivaFL]

30 days to go!

[DessertDivaFL]

29 days to go!

[jbdowd0798]

28 days to go!!!!!:love:

[Flamingo]

!!!! Yea !!!!

[chefHLM]

So Excited! I was in a bowling tournament about a month ago and was told I didn't win anything, our team was 2 pins away from being in the finals, and I got 2 checks in the mail yesterday for my singles and doubles! Wahoo! Extra money for conference! LOL I was getting worried about having enough saved...

[lmradlein]

27 days to go!!!!!

[Melissa78]

Now I get to be super excited with all of you!!! I signed up for my first official National Conference with just 12 days under my belt as of today. WAHOO! Chicago here I come! I wasn't about to hear all of you brag about how wonderful it was and I miss out on the fun. No way Jose! See you all in less than 30! Off to my first "real" party of my career...lets see how well I can wing it! (In my college days I was an expert in that field!)

[MissChef]

that is really impressive Melissa! you'll be so happy you did! And you will have a rockin business because of it! Congrats on your decision to invest in you business! The rewards are going to be huge!

[kisrae]

Melissa, this will be the best thing you do for your busniess. Way to go!! Hope to meet you at the meet n' greet. What dedications.

[Koolotus]

I am sure you WILL get to meet Melissa, Ida :) Since I know her myself! Congrats on JUMPING in! Give me a call and let me know how your first "real" show went :)
xoxo, Cheryl

[DessertDivaFL]

26 days to go!

[lacychef]

I can't believe it's getting so close! I really need to figure out my flight to Chicago....anyone flying in from Springfield MO?

[straitfan]

We haven't bought plane tix yet either, and Sheila is getting really nervous. They had been down to $117 and they've been stuck at $139 for a while, I'm trying to hold out til they go back down! We'll fly out of KC

[Melissa78]

Thanks to everyone for their support. Looking forward to meeting all of you and my first NC experience. In my previous job, I was very fortunate to be invited to attend several corporate events VERY similiar to what NC seems to be for PC, including the HO tour. Always a great time and very inspiring. Just look for me to be attached to Cheryl's side since she seems to already know so many of you. Cheryl - don't say I didn't warn you... I guess I better start studying everyones names and pictures, as if my brain isn't already overloaded with TMI. Thanks again! :balloon:

[Melissa78]

Christy - I just wanted to let you know that I'm very jealous of that airfare price, even if you think its high. I keep looking and can't find anything under 239 plus so many taxes and fees. For the price you're quoted, I'd be in heaven as the one thing I do not look forward to is riding in a car for 10hours, twice. Hopefully you will get your better price! Good luck.

[Koolotus]

Well, Melissa. You are welcome to ride with me! If you want to glue yourself to my side so soon :)
xoxo

[Melissa78]

Thanks for the invite Cheryl - when are you leaving going out & coming back? Be forewarned, whomever I ride with, I may need to play musical chairs with the front seat/back seat as my stomach is not a good back seat rider. Anyone with kids who get car sick - if you have suggestions I'd love to hear them! I can ride the biggest roller coaster just fine, but the back seat of a car is not a 'good ride'. :yuck:

[kisrae]

Melissa, if you know Cheryl I already love you. :-)

[DessertDivaFL]

25 days to go!

[Koolotus]

Melissa, if you know Cheryl I already love you. :-)

You are too cute :)

Melissa I may have spoken too soon. I think there is a place for you in Gracie's car.
Best thing for car sickness is a thump in the head and go ride in the trunk! LOL
Call me later in the week we shall chat :)

[Melissa78]

Well atleast I feel loved - I have two people willing to take me along! Although if I'm in the trunk I'm not sure how much love is there. ha! Cluster mtg tonite - I'll see whats going on.

[jbdowd0798]

24 days to go!!!

[DessertDivaFL]

24 days to go!!!

Thanks for posting, Becky! I was sleeping. :indif: LOL

[jbdowd0798]

23 days to go!!!!!!


Wake up Danielle!! ha ha :) Its 8am here in CA so its either 10 or 11am there in FL. Wake up sleepy head!

[Flamingo]

Only 23 days left !!! I can't wait.... We will have such a blast in CHICAGO!!

[DessertDivaFL]

23 days to go!!!!!!


Wake up Danielle!! ha ha :) Its 8am here in CA so its either 10 or 11am there in FL. Wake up sleepy head!

Oh, Becky! What would I do without you? Probably hibernate! :indif:

[jbdowd0798]

LOL Oh girl I'd love to bask in the FL sun again and sleep the day away!

[straitfan]

Airfare went back down and I bought my ticket this am! Yeah! (that was the last minor detail I had to take care of--LOL!) My traveling companion is breathing much easier now!!!

[DessertDivaFL]

Airfare went back down and I bought my ticket this am! Yeah! (that was the last minor detail I had to take care of--LOL!) My traveling companion is breathing much easier now!!!

OK, what was the price?

[christinaspc]

wow only 23 days to go seems like time is just sailing by with everything else going on before I leave.

[straitfan]

Danielle-- $119, American, Kansas City to O'Hare

[DessertDivaFL]

Danielle-- $119, American, Kansas City to O'Hare

That is such a great deal! Oh, my gosh! Way to go!

[straitfan]

It was down about a month ago--I was swamped with the end of the school year, didn't have time to mess with buying then, and then it's been stuck at $159-$139 for the past month--did a happy dance this am when my notification came in that it was back down! :)

[soccermama]

So, so jealous of the cheap airfare.... I paid about $369... then it jumped to over $500, bu it's back down again today. I'm hoping that anyone in my cluster that still needs a flight gets them before they jump and stay there....

[DessertDivaFL]

I think there are a few in our cluster who haven't gotten their tickets. I think they are waiting for last minute deals or something. I just couldn't do that and take the chance.

[DebbieJ]

I don't have to fly anywhere. Neener neener neener! :D

[christinaspc]

I ended up getting fare for me from idaho to chicago round trip of 313.00 which included taxes which for us that is really cheap I have paid almost as high as 700.00 from idaho to chicago.

I just checked and the cheapest flight with taxes it is 609.00 so I am glad I bought when I did.

Yes Deb you are the lucky one who doesn't have to fly haha

[Patty Davis]

I ended up getting fare for me from idaho to chicago round trip of 313.00 which included taxes which for us that is really cheap I have paid almost as high as 700.00 from idaho to chicago.

I just checked and the cheapest flight with taxes it is 609.00 so I am glad I bought when I did.

Yes Deb you are the lucky one who doesn't have to fly haha

Wow. I cannot imagine having to pay that much!

I am very excited about conference and hope to see some of you there! This is my very first post on CS, and I hope to be on more regularly!

[straitfan]

I don't have to fly anywhere. Neener neener neener! :D
Where's the "raspberry" smilie?!?!?!!?

;);););)

[straitfan]

Wow. I cannot imagine having to pay that much!

I am very excited about conference and hope to see some of you there! This is my very first post on CS, and I hope to be on more regularly!


I'm SO SORRY that your fares are outrageous. At least you got it at a cheaper price.

[lacychef]

Christy, was that round trip, or one way? I got a one way ticket home to KC for $68 & was pretty happy. Getting to Chicago from Branson is a little harder to find cheap tickets....I'm almost there though.

and thanks for rubbing that in Deb!

[straitfan]

Christy, was that round trip, or one way? I got a one way ticket home to KC for $68 & was pretty happy. Getting to Chicago from Branson is a little harder to find cheap tickets....I'm almost there though.


That was round trip. Are you having back to back trips?--WOW! :p

I imagine flying out of Branson is a lot like flying out of Wichita--outrageous!

[DessertDivaFL]

22 days to go!

Ha! I remembered today!

[Flamingo]

Thanks god your on top of it or we would'nt know when we leave...!!HA HA LOL
No seriously....... I check all the time just to make sure how many days...THANKS

[christinaspc]

Wow. I cannot imagine having to pay that much!

I am very excited about conference and hope to see some of you there! This is my very first post on CS, and I hope to be on more regularly!


Yes I am very excited I got my fare when I did so I wouldn't have to pay that horrible price. It is amazing how much fare either comes down a little bit and shoots up really high or don't move for months and then wow there it goes up. Rarelys come down...

[MissChef]

I don't have to fly anywhere. Neener neener neener! :D

I envy you people that live in Illinois! Any of those states around Illinois would be wonderful!! you could either drive or get a low cost airline ticket if you live in a close by state! I paid a little over $400.00! But last year it was around $600.00! If I would have purchased it a little sooner I would have saved money... but I wasnt able to until when I did!
Conference is a big chunk of money for some of us that fly in from far away, or from cities that are not as large as your main citites... like Seattle or LosAngeles! By the time I figure in childcare, and all that goes with this trip, i easily spend $1000.00 every year! Except when i earn free conference and this year I did not!:(

[straitfan]

Except when i earn free conference and this year I did not!:(


I thought they made it really hard for us "part-timers" to earn free or even half off this year. (Made it last year).

[soccermama]

Cathy- I went to look at your website to figure out where you live. We're in the same area code (which is, of course, half the state... lol), so I'm curious where you're flying out of and whose cluster you're in?

My ticket was $369, I think I paid over $500 last year, though... and the year before...

[DessertDivaFL]

21 days to go!

[lacychef]

That was round trip. Are you having back to back trips?--WOW! :p

I imagine flying out of Branson is a lot like flying out of Wichita--outrageous!

Yes, and our county fair starts the day after I get home (& we're in 4H)....so by the 19th I'm gonna just drop!
We'll be in Branson from the 4th to the 9th, or 8th for me...my older daughter is dancing in a national dance competition. That's why I'm flying out of there; my parents are driving my girls home:)

[straitfan]

BUSY BUSY BUSY! Our county fair is a whole week after I get back (It was right after for me last year). I've got to go---I have 4-H boys coming over for a cooking class in 2 hours!

[christinaspc]

I teach 4-H cooking classes as well. I have 6 girls in 5th and 6th. Our county fair is in mid August.

[Koolotus]

Today is Sunday June 21st
19 DAYS TO GO!!

[christinaspc]

gosh seems like time is flying and going slow all at the same time.

[Flamingo]

19, 19, 19, OOOOOHHHHHHH I am so excited!!!!!!

[lmradlein]

19 DAYS~~~~~ I'm starting to get REALLY :D EXCITED!!!!

[christinaspc]

I just ordered a new purse to go with me lol I love going somewhere and getting some new things to go with me !!!! I can't wait to go it seems so crazy that there is only 19 days left to go. With all the other things that i have going on it will go by so fast !!!! I just got a lead and I meet with her on tuesday and sign her up.

[MissChef]

Cathy- I went to look at your website to figure out where you live. We're in the same area code (which is, of course, half the state... lol), so I'm curious where you're flying out of and whose cluster you're in?

My ticket was $369, I think I paid over $500 last year, though... and the year before...

Sorry! I don't come on here near as much as I use to! Plus we are in middle of moving! So I really am not on here much! This move came at such and unfortunate time! Right before Conference! I live in Spokane... and I'm flying out of Spokane... where are you at? My director is in Utah! I use to be part of a large cluster here, but then my recruiter/director quit... I took on her team as hospitality while I was a director, but ended going thru health and personal family issues and gave up my directorship... I've been going to hopsitality meetings since but she (my hospitality director) doesn't go until wave 3! My cluster is the Sloan cluster, but I'm sure that means nothing to you considering she's in Utah!;)

[DessertDivaFL]

18 days to go!

[chefcaroline]

Today is 6/23 and there are 16 days to go!!

But I leave in 15 days... :-)

[DessertDivaFL]

Today is 6/23 and there are 16 days to go!!

But I leave in 15 days... :-)

Me too! I can't believe how soon this is coming up! Wow!

[KaryCam]

15 Days to go!!

But I leave in 14 days! I need this so bad! Not just for my business, but for my mommy/wife sanity.

[DessertDivaFL]

15 Days to go!!

But I leave in 14 days! I need this so bad! Not just for my business, but for my mommy/wife sanity.

Yes, we leave Wednesday! Woo Hoo!

[lacychef]

Wow, can't believe it's only 2 weeks away. I leave in 10 days, since I'm heading there from vacation...

[soccermama]

ACK! I'm not ready!!!!! And I have a booth to do next weekend, too.... crazy couple weeks coming up... Excited to get to Chicago.

[jbdowd0798]

I am SOOO EXCITED!! Thanks for keeping the countdown going. I was house hunting in Virginia this past weekend so couldn't post. I arrive Wednesday afternoon as well so I am VERY excited. I'm ready to pack my bags now! ha ha

[christinaspc]

Becky when are you arriving and which airport and which hotel are you staying at? Just wondering I am arriving at a different airport then my room mate and looking for people to go to the hotel with.

[jbdowd0798]

Hey Christina!

I arrive into O'Hare at 2:20pm on Wed and staying at the Hilton. Not sure if my dad is going to pick me up or not. He lives there but works a lot so we'll see.

[christinaspc]

Hey Becky, I am arriving at the O'Hare and arriving at 2:22 p.m. on wednesday as well and staying at the Sheraton.

[jbdowd0798]

lets hope our planes aren't late! ;-) I believe I'm flying through Pheonix (gotta love US Air). I'll let you know if my plans change and I have to take the shuttle or something.

[chefHLM]

15 Days to go!!

But I leave in 14 days! I need this so bad! Not just for my business, but for my mommy/wife sanity.

Totally with ya on that one! :D I was just telling my D that if they wanted to do something I wasn't in to I'd be happy to just take a swim or stay in the room and read a book...I NEVER get alone time and it would be bliss! LOL

[DessertDivaFL]

14 days to go!

[jbdowd0798]

Danielle what are you doing up so early?? HA HA HA ;)

[Patty Davis]

I am so ready for Conference! and for a Mommy-vacation! I'm not sure if I remember how to be me...

[lacychef]

Well ladies, I am going to miss seeing all of you. But, I won't be able to go now. Yesterday the schedule was announced for my daughter's dance competition, and if I'd go I'd miss all 3 of her dances....which I know she wouldn't understand. So, gotta be MOM first:)
Luckily, my flight was still under the window to get a refund.
I will miss being there so much....so you all take good notes...I wanna learn what you learn!

[straitfan]

AWWWW Lacy! What a tough break. We'll miss you, but I hope your DD dances her heart out!
(Any chance you could attend another wave?)

[DessertDivaFL]

Danielle what are you doing up so early?? HA HA HA ;)

It was actually 8 am EST. Not sure why it posted 7 am. That is when I leave my house for work.

[etteluap70PC]

AWWWW Lacy! What a tough break. We'll miss you, but I hope your DD dances her heart out!
(Any chance you could attend another wave?)

Thats a great idea lacey! If you have allredy registered or conference you can try to switch it!

[KaryCam]

13 days to go!


Today I'll be going crazy getting ready for my son's birthday party tomorrow.

[Flamingo]

12 Days to go.... Whooo hoooo I can't wait to go to "Howl at the Moon.... Great club...Anybody want to come???:love:

[lacychef]

AWWWW Lacy! What a tough break. We'll miss you, but I hope your DD dances her heart out!
(Any chance you could attend another wave?)

Nope, since our county fair is the next week & we're in 4H; plus I've got some shows booked already that next weekend.

[jbdowd0798]

11 days for those leaving on Wednesday! hee hee :-)

[DessertDivaFL]

11 days for those leaving on Wednesday! hee hee :-)

You said it, girlfriend! Woo Hoo!

[jbdowd0798]

:balloon:Okay so its 1113pm PST but I'm going to post anyway since its morning time somewhere! lol :p

11 days til conference and 10 days til Danielle and I leave!! YAHOOOOO!!!!!


:balloon::chef::balloon::chef::balloon::chef::balloon:

[DessertDivaFL]

:balloon:Okay so its 1113pm PST but I'm going to post anyway since its morning time somewhere! lol :p

11 days til conference and 10 days til Danielle and I leave!! YAHOOOOO!!!!!


:balloon::chef::balloon::chef::balloon::chef::balloon:

That's right! We are almost in the single digits! Time is flying!

[jbdowd0798]

Girl I know its Sunday but even I'm up before I want to be. What are you doing up before the sun?

[DessertDivaFL]

Girl I know its Sunday but even I'm up before I want to be. What are you doing up before the sun?

Believe it or not, this was the first place I went to when I woke up. Am I obsessed with this site, or what???? :o

[jbdowd0798]

Believe it or not, this was the first place I went to when I woke up. Am I obsessed with this site, or what???? :o

Hello! lol This was the last place I went last night! ha ha :-)

[KaryCam]

10 Days until Conference!!

That's 2 hands!

Or for Danielle, Becky, I, and anyone else getting there on Wednesday - that's 9 days.

Doing the happy Dance.

[MORFIA]

8 for ME!!

[KaryCam]

8 for ME!!


Anyone what to go for 7??

:p

Love ya Morfia!! I'm so looking forward to seeing you, or make that "less" of you. How much have you lost so far?

[DessertDivaFL]

I guess if you have family in the area you would go for 7, Karynne. LOL

I will stick with 9...I need to make some $$ before I go.

[kisrae]

I'm ready to start packing.
I've got the kids all shuffled off while DH is at work, allstar and football camp figured out for the boys so I can go with a little less stress. I feel bad that I won't be at my son's allstar game but I'll make it up when we go to Disney.
I soooooooo need this trip to "restart" I'm in a slump and need to snap out of it.

Its been a while since I've posted here so sorry for those who don't know who I am, I just one wild and crazy gal who loves TPC

[jbdowd0798]

Awwww Ida! Where in NorCal are you??? i'm flying out of San Jose on Wed. morning. I can't wait to get there!!!

[kisrae]

I live about 2 hrs north of SF in Willits, "The Gateway to the Redwoods".
I'll be flying out of SF this time, but San Jose is a great place to fly out of. Are you flying into Midway and at what time?

[KaryCam]

Its been a while since I've posted here so sorry for those who don't know who I am, I just one wild and crazy gal who loves TPC

I remember you very well.
Remember last year when you, Amanda, Morfia, and I went to Shulla's?
That was a fun time.

[chefHLM]

OK, no laughing....I'm almost completely packed already! LOL I won't be here Fri-Sun to get anything done, Monday is my little one's 3rd b-day,then Tuesday I would like to relax before I get on that bus Wed. morning. I've got a few things left to wash/pack, and a few more things to find that I would like to take.

[kisrae]

I remember you very well.
Remember last year when you, Amanda, Morfia, and I went to Shulla's?
That was a fun time.

Yes I do. You helped me celebrate my directorship. Thanks!

[kisrae]

OK, no laughing....I'm almost completely packed already! LOL I won't be here Fri-Sun to get anything done, Monday is my little one's 3rd b-day,then Tuesday I would like to relax before I get on that bus Wed. morning. I've got a few things left to wash/pack, and a few more things to find that I would like to take.

I won't laugh. You just gave me a reason to pack.

[jbdowd0798]

I live about 2 hrs north of SF in Willits, "The Gateway to the Redwoods".
I'll be flying out of SF this time, but San Jose is a great place to fly out of. Are you flying into Midway and at what time?

Nope I wasn't thinking this time and book O'Hare! Dumb me!

[kisrae]

I'm so out of the loop. Is there a meet n' greet? I'll check for alink. I'm sure pamperedalf has the 411 but I thought I would check.

[DessertDivaFL]

I'm so out of the loop. Is there a meet n' greet? I'll check for alink. I'm sure pamperedalf has the 411 but I thought I would check.

There is a thread on this. I will bump it.

[MissChef]

I'm so not ready!! Moved into a new house this past week... finished completely moving in this past weekend... now we are trying to unpack at this house and clean the other house!! We lived there for almost 15 years! I can't believe how much crap we have!!:eek: LOL!! I don't even know where 1/2 my stuff is at!! :eek: this is the first conference that I'm not as excited about because I've been so stressed:cry:.... I'm scared when I get there, I might just pass out and miss the whole conference!! lol!;) But I need this conference.... I need to find my passion again, and I need to let it help me unwind! And no responsibilities other than myself will be nice! prayers would be nice that I can pull this off on time!!! lol!:):cry:;)

[Koolotus]

I'm supposed to pack?

[christinaspc]

I'm so not ready!! Moved into a new house this past week... finished completely moving in this past weekend... now we are trying to unpack at this house and clean the other house!! We lived there for almost 15 years! I can believe how much crap we have!!:eek: LOL!! I don't even know where 1/2 my stuff is at!! :eek: this is the first conference that I'm not as excited about because I've been so stressed:cry:.... I'm scared when I get there, I might just pass out and miss the whole conference!! lol!;) But I need this conference.... I need to find my passion again, and I need to let it help me unwind! And no responsibilities other than myself will be nice! prayers would be nice that I can pull this off on time!!! lol!:):cry:;)

I can relate sorta we didn't move but my 10 yr class reunion is 3 days before we leave and I got parties and vendor booth and the 4th of july celebration which is a 3 day event in our town for the "oldest rodeo in ID" it is so draining afterwards. Then I got the kids starting in summer school and this week my son and hubby are gone for boyscout camp and then with me being the secetary for the Friends of NRA we have a booth over the 4th of july celebration as well so I am thinking my conference is a vacation away from vacation.... I am so excited but have so much to do before I leave I am just blah.... I am sure when will know who we are when we are walking around like zombies. lol

[kisrae]

It sounds like we all need this break and Cheryl, you should pack something, but just make sure you spend at least 5 min with me at the top. LOL!

I'm not sure if this all makes since.

[Koolotus]

It sounds like we all need this break and Cheryl, you should pack something, but just make sure you spend at least 5 min with me at the top. LOL!

I'm not sure if this all makes since.

HUH??

I love ya!

[jbdowd0798]

9 days til conference & 8 days til some of us fly out!!! (oh and 7 days til Morfia leaves):love:

[chefHLM]

9 MORE DAYS! 8 for those of us leaving Wednesday!
Wahoo!

[chefHLM]

LOL we must've been adding it at the same time

[MWCOOKIN]

I identify with you. 3 years ago we moved in 3 days before conference, dropped clothing on the pull out bed, closed on our old house 2 days before conference, had a breast biopsy the day before conference, went to conference icing my breast with baggies full of ice, hubby picked me up in the rv at conference last day and drove to new york for 3 week vacation to visit uncle, came home to all boxes, clothing to put away.but had too much i wanted to do post conference to grow business. It will all wait! Take a deep breath and enjoy life. Hope to meet you at conference. If i don't make the meet & greet thu 11. Look for me i'll be in a scooter. Stop me and say hi.

[chefcaroline]

8 more days 'til Conference... 7 days (1 week) for those of us getting there on Wednesday!!!

[DessertDivaFL]

Yes, in one week from today I will be flying out of FL to Chicago for my first visit to Chicago and my first NC. I feel like a virgin! Ha !Ha! :p

[jbdowd0798]

HA HA!! No comment Danielle! ;-)

I can't wait- this time next week I will be in Chicago making my way through O'Hare! Now just deciding what to pack since NJR doesn't have a theme. I think I need more shoes! lol

[DessertDivaFL]

I think a shopping spree at Kohl's is in order!

[pamperedalf]

See you ladies in chi town next week, we are leaving for Oregon then I come home & head to chi town. I'll be the one w/ bad hair days. LOL

[DessertDivaFL]

7 days to go!

6 days to go for us leaving Wednesday!

[babywings76]

Can't wait, can't wait, can't wait!! :D

[christinaspc]

Holy Cow 6 more days for me so much to do in so little time.... I will be so busy this weekend it that it seems like I wont have time to get ready till Monday and then it will be omg I leave in 3 days lol Happy 4th of July and will talk with you guys in Chicago

[jbdowd0798]

6 days for Danielle, Christina, and...I can't remember who!! YAHOO!!!!!!

[Flamingo]

6 days for me also.... YEA

[chefHLM]

Can't wait, can't wait, can't wait!! :D

My sentiments exactly! LOL:D

[chefcaroline]

I can't wait either... It will be my vacation to recover from vacation since I'm on vacation this week. I will only be working 2 days (next Monday and Tuesday) out of 2 weeks at my main job.

[DessertDivaFL]

I can't wait either... It will be my vacation to recover from vacation since I'm on vacation this week. I will only be working 2 days (next Monday and Tuesday) out of 2 weeks at my main job.

That's interesting. I will be taking a mini vacation AFTER NC to Orlando with my family. Sometimes you need a vacation after the vacation right?

[chefcaroline]

That's interesting. I will be taking a mini vacation AFTER NC to Orlando with my family. Sometimes you need a vacation after the vacation right?

By the end of the work day on Monday, I probably will feel like I haven't even been on vacation because of all the catch up stuff I will have to do.

[DessertDivaFL]

By the end of the work day on Monday, I probably will feel like I haven't even been on vacation because of all the catch up stuff I will have to do.

I feel your pain. Same thing will happen with me too!

[jbdowd0798]

I'll be taking another vacation the end of the month to Lake Tahoe. LOL We must really be stressed and busy if we all need vacas from vacas! :)

Sorry Andrea, I didn't mean to leave you off our list of leaving Wed.

[jbdowd0798]

According to my calculations........

5 days til we leave for conference & 6 days til conference begins!!! yahooooooooooooooo :balloon:

I can't wait!! I hate all my clothes! lol Maybe a new top and sandels will help my mood!

[babywings76]

Yeah, I just went shopping last week w/ my sister. CJBanks was great. Nice quality stuff and I got everything on sale. I felt so happy. I also bought 2 new pairs of sandals from some department stores. They felt comfortable and not too hideous. lol Now I'm all set in those areas. Now to go to Walmart and pick up toiletries and snacks. :) I'm so excited! :D

[kisrae]

This is sad, I'm hoping my son looses his Allstar games so I won't miss him playing while I"m gone. But I can't wait to get on the plane and head out of dodge.

[DessertDivaFL]

I went fishing this morning in our new boat since I had the day off. I am so happy! Only 5 days left for me and the giddy girls!

:D:p:);)

[lacychef]

Have fun ladies...will miss seeing you all. We leave for our vacation/dance competition tomorrow. Can't wait to hear all the news!

[MissChef]

4 Days!!:thumbup::D

[Flamingo]

4 days till I leave 5 days till NC.... YEA!!!

[straitfan]

I GOTTA find time to pack and get ready before the plane leaves Wed. am!!!!!!!!!!! Not gonna happen this weekend!

[Flamingo]

We gotta pack?????

[pamperedcntrycookin]

no just buy when you get there ;-)

[straitfan]

That thought has crossed my mind more than once! LOL!

[Flamingo]

3 days till we leave 4 days till NC.... YEA!!!

I am up early this morning... Can not wait till it is Chicago time...

[Koolotus]

Crow. Now I really DO need to pack!! See ya in a few Andrea!

[DessertDivaFL]

Yes, I agree. Time to start packing and figuring out how to have extra space for what I bring home!

[Crystal Patton]

Have a fabulous time everyone!!!!!

I'm soo bumbed I can't make it this year, so you all MUST have an extra grand time with me in mind!!!!

[Flamingo]

Crow. Now I really DO need to pack!! See ya in a few Andrea!

Can't wait to see you and have a few drinks....

[lmradlein]

Yes, I agree. Time to start packing and figuring out how to have extra space for what I bring home!

You know the nice thing about packing for NC is that I don't have to pack for my DH or my 2 boys :D:D:D it's all about me!

[soccermama]

Ah, packing.... in my free time that is severely lacking....

I worked the street fair in town all weekend (and earned a little cash for the trip, too! ;))

Tomorrow morning, I leave here at 7am to return at about 6pm... Tuesday morning I leave at 7am to return, hopefully earlier, after interviewing to hire new managers (why must people quit just a week before I leave town? Couldn't they wait til I return? lol)... I'll need to leave home by 5am Wednesday morning so I can be at work early and not take as much time off... my flight leaves at 5:30pm Wed....

Not really sure when I'll find time to pack.... or do the laundry that will be necessary in order to get the packing done.....

Ah well... I'll get it done... I always do.... lol

[straitfan]

Managed to drag the suitcase downstairs this evening. After a couple of hours of frantic searching found my cheffer button, so I'm good to go!

[MWCOOKIN]

When i go to leadership i ship home my dirty laundry and bring home my paperwork.

[KaryCam]

3 days until Conference! Yeah!

2 days until many of us leave, 1 day until Morfia leaves


I can hardly wait!!

[DessertDivaFL]

3 days until Conference! Yeah!

2 days until many of us leave, 1 day until Morfia leaves


I can hardly wait!!

You are up early too! Gotta go to work today and tomorrow and then "I'm leavin' on a jet plane. Don't know when I'll be back again." :sing:

[lmradlein]

"I'm leavin' on a jet plane. Don't know when I'll be back again." :sing:

LOL Love it!
The time has come!!!! I just can't wait to get there. I'm packing things up today! That way if I need to go buy any last minute thing I can do that tomorrow!

Anyone on here flying out of Charlotte Wed? I fly out at 11:40 am!:balloon::balloon::balloon:

[jbdowd0798]

I CAN"T WAIT! But TONS and TONS to do before leaving on a different jet plane (hee hee). You can call me The Procrastinator!!! ha ha :)

[chefHLM]

Getting excited! And a little nervous being my first NC, time in Chicago, and also traveling alone...but hey! I'll get over it! LOL I'm done packing...except for my toothbrush! WAHOO! I got a Conference Survival package from my D today...had to find room in my suitcase for it LOL. I CAN"T WAIT!!!

[DessertDivaFL]

Getting excited! And a little nervous being my first NC, time in Chicago, and also traveling alone...but hey! I'll get over it! LOL I'm done packing...except for my toothbrush! WAHOO! I got a Conference Survival package from my D today...had to find room in my suitcase for it LOL. I CAN"T WAIT!!!

What was in the Conference Survival Package???

[christinaspc]

Gosh I can't believe I gotta get all my packing done today with me leaving tomorrow and me and hubby staying over night since I am leaving early in the morning on wednesday that way we aren't having to get up early and travel to the airport and then hubby come back home for him to work all day gosh so much to do.... I have meetings today and then baseball tonight if it doesn't rain lol...

[kcmckay]

Yes, I agree. Time to start packing and figuring out how to have extra space for what I bring home!

I thought of that too but I figured I'd pack what I need in my larger suitcase so I'll have spare room for the things I bring home. Though I have a tendency to over pack so I may have to pack in my smaller suitcase first then move it to larger last minutes so I won't think I have sooo much extra room I need to discipline myself not to bring 8 pairs of shoes. I think I'm going to pack my sneakers and wear slip on sandals so I don't have to deal with taking shoes and socks off at airport!

[DessertDivaFL]

I thought of that too but I figured I'd pack what I need in my larger suitcase so I'll have spare room for the things I bring home. Though I have a tendency to over pack so I may have to pack in my smaller suitcase first then move it to larger last minutes so I won't think I have sooo much extra room I need to discipline myself not to bring 8 pairs of shoes. I think I'm going to pack my sneakers and wear slip on sandals so I don't have to deal with taking shoes and socks off at airport!

I will be measuring my luggage because we bought a new set after Thanksgiving at JCPenney's and there were 5 pieces and I want to take one on the plane for the extra stuff I will be coming back home with. Especially if we buy those surprise boxes. Hopefully what is inside won't take up too much space or be heavy! :D

[lmradlein]

I will be measuring my luggage because we bought a new set after Thanksgiving at JCPenney's and there were 5 pieces and I want to take one on the plane for the extra stuff I will be coming back home with. Especially if we buy those surprise boxes. Hopefully what is inside won't take up too much space or be heavy! :D

DANIELLE,

Great idea :thumbup: to bring a larger carry on! Off to start measuring!!

[babywings76]

Seriously, I'm really wondering what all and how much we'll really get?! What have they given away previous years?

[chefcaroline]

Also remember that the airlines have weight restrictions on the checked bags... 50 lbs for Southwest, I believe.

[jbdowd0798]

last year I remember small stuff. The new mocha hazelnut sprinkle in sample size, at our ED banquet we get a note pad (small faux leather case). Then I had the new mini catalogs I bought plus a few other things.

Don't forget we can Fedex stuff (i.e. surprise boxes and what not) home and it comes out of our checks. :) I loved that part!

[kisrae]

Can't wait to see you and have a few drinks....

Can I piggyback on that one?

[kisrae]

Getting excited! And a little nervous being my first NC, time in Chicago, and also traveling alone...but hey! I'll get over it! LOL I'm done packing...except for my toothbrush! WAHOO! I got a Conference Survival package from my D today...had to find room in my suitcase for it LOL. I CAN"T WAIT!!!
I have a first-timer coming with me. She's feeling the same way. I hope we get to meet you.

[Flamingo]

Can I piggyback on that one?

No problem We can all have a FEW>>> drinks.. Ok mabey more than a few....:angel:

[DessertDivaFL]

I just got done doing my last bit of shopping for the trip. Got toiletries (toothpaste, mouthwash, floss, Tums, bandaids, deoderant, etc). I went to Kohl's and got a new pair of shoes that fit like a glove, a new bra (hey, you know enough about me already) and a black capri pant. Now I need to hit the bank tomorrow for some cash for the tips and taxi rides.

[lmradlein]

I just got done doing my last bit of shopping for the trip. Got toiletries (toothpaste, mouthwash, floss, Tums, bandaids, deoderant, etc). I went to Kohl's and got a new pair of shoes that fit like a glove, a new bra (hey, you know enough about me already) and a black capri pant. Now I need to hit the bank tomorrow for some cash for the tips and taxi rides.

LOL!!! Love it! New bra, new shoes! Girl you are ready to conquer NC!

[jbdowd0798]

LMAO!!! I would have spit my drink all over the screen if I had one!! Bra and shoes! Honey thats soooommmmeee combination! Thankfully you didn't go into more detail about the bra- I hope it fits as well as the shoes! HA HA HA HA HA :D:p:p:cheerleader:

I hit the bank today, now need to plan my outfits more and pack. I guess I should do the toiletries list- I'm checking my bag so it doesn't matter I guess.

[kcmckay]

I started packing tonight and decided I needed to bring larger suitcase. It's hardly enough room. I don't think I'll have room to bring much home!:eek: I do overpack but I feel like I'm not this time. I picked out 3 outfits for the days added a 4th as a backup. Put in one pair of jeans and one pair of capri's for after hours. Added two tshirts for sleeping and comfy pants. And a sweatshirt and a couple of extra tops. Once I put my sneakers, 2 pairs of sandals and whatever shoes I end up bringing for ED dinner I'm full. I still need to buy new outfit for ed dinner. I tried putting on dress I'd planned on bringing yesterday and I guess I've gained since I wore that last:cry: Oh well I needed an excuse to buy a new outfit for a bridal shower coming up so there you go. I also need a new bra or two. I don't like to carry on a lot so I was just going to use my HWC tote for the essentials and I probably still will I can always fedex my purchases home.

[lmradlein]

I've got all of mine packed as well. But keeping it simple. Since I have a broken foot picking out shoes got easy I have one pair that I am able to wear with my boot cast. Platform Rainbow Flip Flop~~It works! My sneakers don't have enough of a platform. I'm just taking a total of 5 outfits (all are capri's), t-shirt/shorts to sleep in and underclothes. Oh and coffee creamer! LOL. My ED dinner is nothing major and everyone said they didn't dress up last year or the years past.

[chefHLM]

I have a first-timer coming with me. She's feeling the same way. I hope we get to meet you.

I hope I get to meet you all too! I'm going to try to make it to one of the meet 'n greets! I got an email from my ED today about her having something going on for all of the first timers in her cluster and I have to check to see what is when and where...UGH! Hopefully I can keep everything straight!:D

[chefHLM]

What was in the Conference Survival Package???

There was a t-shirt, a personalized binder (with paper, all of our cluster info, hotel info, etc.), and a bag with pens, a highlighter, gum, lifesavers, a rubber band, tissues, and a sheet that explained why everything was in there.

[KaryCam]

Conference starts in 2 days!

Many of us will be leaving tomorrow! Morfia & Maryanne get there this morning

[Melissa78]

There was a t-shirt, a personalized binder (with paper, all of our cluster info, hotel info, etc.), and a bag with pens, a highlighter, gum, lifesavers, a rubber band, tissues, and a sheet that explained why everything was in there.


Very nice!

[DessertDivaFL]

I am working today until 2:30 pm, going to get my hair done, cut my parent's hair (yes, I used to do hair) and go home and pack.

"I am so excited and I just can't hide it. I'm about to loose control and I think I like it!" :sing:

[lmradlein]

I am working today until 2:30 pm, going to get my hair done, cut my parent's hair (yes, I used to do hair) and go home and pack.

"I am so excited and I just can't hide it. I'm about to loose control and I think I like it!" :sing:

DITTO!!!! But not cutting parent's hair :)

[Koolotus]

I am leaving today! See ya'll thursday night. I am OBVIOUSLY going to be the one drinking :)

[chefcaroline]

I have my list made of stuff to pack... Some things are even in the suitcase already... Getting nails and toes done this evening... So I'm in good shape for tomorrow, I think.

Will this workday ever be over????

[straitfan]

Making the 4 hour trip to the airport this evening, then fly away in the morning! Can't wait!

[lmradlein]

Everyone please be safe on your trip to NC! It is sure to be a great time, I know I can't wait to get there and take it all in. Also, don't forget weight limit on luggage!

[PamperChefCarol]

I am so jealous of all your Wave 1'ers!!

We have been in Wave 1 for the past three years, but this time it's Wave 3. I can hardly wait. Everyone enjoy yourselves and learn alot!!

[jbdowd0798]

I was wave 2 last year now wave 1 this year. They try and rotate it so no one is always last.

SEE YOU ALL TOMORROW IN THE WINDY CITY!!!!!!!!

[straitfan]

I was wave 3 in 07, wave 2 in 08, and have worked my way up to wave 1 in 09!!!!!!!!!!

[DessertDivaFL]

This is my last post until I come back from NC! Safe travels everyone!

[Flamingo]

Danielle are you still there???

[Flamingo]

Guess she really is gone..... Ok see you wave 1 people in the next 24 - 48 hours.... YEA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[babywings76]

Woohoo! I'm so excited. Extremely stressed out right now, but excited!

[jbdowd0798]

As Danielle said- this is my last post til I get home from Conference! I'm soo excited and can't wait to see you all!! :)

[Melissa78]

Last post here - ttys!

[esavvymom]

I have to admit, I kind of feel like the kid who had to watch the other kids playing at the birthday party- but I'm on the outside! :D But it will pass- since I'm in wave 3. (Glad to know that they change the waves around from year to year- I was wondering about that.)

You guys have fun!

[ChefBeckyD]

I have to admit, I kind of feel like the kid who had to watch the other kids playing at the birthday party- but I'm on the outside! :D But it will pass- since I'm in wave 3. (Glad to know that they change the waves around from year to year- I was wondering about that.)

You guys have fun!

LOL - Right there with you Bobbi!

HAVE FUN at conference, all of you Wave Oners!

[pampchefsarah]

I remember reading last year, though, that alot of things Wave 1 and Wave 2 had to pay for last year, Wave 3 got for free (items from Merrill, etc), so there could be a benefit to being Wave 3.

I'm Wave 2 this year, so will have to wait until you Wave 3ers return to find out if it happened again this time.

[Melissa78]

Welcome home Wave 1. Hope you all had a blast! I know I did. :D

[lmradlein]

Welcome home Wave 1. Hope you all had a blast! I know I did. :D

I had a great time! I can't wait till NC next year!

This was my first and I must say I wish I would have gone last year. So much information. As I told my DH they give you a little pat on the back and a kick in the butt! Which is what I needed!

[Melissa78]

I'd have to agree with you Leigh. I was a first timer and day 1 was my 30th day with PC. I had higher expectations for what I would learn from the workshops but overall, a time well spent. I had 2 super good workshops but the one was so much information that you couldn't write it down fast enough. A 3rd workshop was average but didnt do well on time and she ran out of time without covering more of her presentation and the 4th (not in order) was horrible! Total waste of my time and I think everyone elses. So I'd say I was 50% on the workshops. I think in the future I will channel my energy to going for the fun/sites/scenes/interaction with others PC'ers and not put as much weight on the learning part of workshops.

[MORFIA]

I'd have to agree with you Leigh. I was a first timer and day 1 was my 30th day with PC. I had higher expectations for what I would learn from the workshops but overall, a time well spent. I had 2 super good workshops but the one was so much information that you couldn't write it down fast enough. A 3rd workshop was average but didnt do well on time and she ran out of time without covering more of her presentation and the 4th (not in order) was horrible! Total waste of my time and I think everyone elses. So I'd say I was 50% on the workshops. I think in the future I will channel my energy to going for the fun/sites/scenes/interaction with others PC'ers and not put as much weight on the learning part of workshops.

PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU LET HO KNOW who the speakers were---I have taught many-classes for PC and not this year--I believe there were a bunch of 1st time-speakers- as well as a few-well seasoned ones too--- I too had a couple of doozies this year- I think the BIGGEST problem was time they used to be 1 and a half hour classes-so there was time to get notes as well as ask ?s-- Whatever class you had as a doozie-get a cd from paperwork supply ===what we learned in the Jack Canfield Director class was listen to it 6 x and take notes- you will get so much more out of anything by using the 6 x rule---- glad you went to conference!! Hope to see you next year!!