Waikato Run 10th April 2005

Post by **St_Gabriel** » Fri Apr 01, 2005 10:55 pm

keep ur chin up Chris, I think u r doing a wonderful job and keep up the good work
pity jealousy creeps into something when people think they might be missing out

Post by **Dennis th'Menace** » Sat Apr 02, 2005 7:01 am

I don't think it's so much jealousy, so much as peoples perceptions of Club Runs may have changed in recent months. To avoid hijacking this thread, please jump to ...

here

VQwikMR2Driva · Post by **VQwikMR2Driva** » Sun Apr 03, 2005 11:07 pm

Righty ho then

Details will be confirmed Monday night 04/04/05 by phone call,

Cheers for now

Post by **Spinner** » Mon Apr 04, 2005 10:43 am

Just to clarify a few things.

IceMaiden, I'm sorry if my "organise something yourself and don't whinge" comment came across as being a little harsh. That wasn't my intention ... whinge probably wasn't the best word to use, but the intention was to point out that its one event that has restricted numbers due to the nature of the event and those numbers have been reserved for area members first and foremost.

I can understand that if you're going to be in the area at that time that you might want to participate in the event, but you should possibly also bear in mind that the different regions are expected to provide club activities in a more or less independent fashion and are therefore basically autonomous (with support from a national level) and therefore need to cater for members within their area first. Its unfortunate that the event requires the exclusion of some members and I can also see your point that it feels like a snub to be told that you're not welcome to attend because you're from a different area.

In my opinion, the best way to get over that is to say "sod those Waikato bods, lets organise an event that they'd love to attend and keep it solely for the Auckland region" ..... well ... that's a bit tongue in cheek really, but you kinda get the idea. If we're so excited about our own activities and events we don't have time to worry about what we might be missing elsewhere.

Auntie, we haven't had the pleasure of meeting yet although I have heard all about you, your enthusiasm and drive. I keep a low profile in the club and haven't been particularly active lately, though I have been threatening (and promising) Dennis that I will attend a club run one of these days. I was one of the original four members of the club, way back around 1994 and I am, by default, a life member. Having been around a wee while

I have seen the club grow, prosper, evolve, suffer growing pains and forge ahead. In the (dim, distant) past I've organised, participated, contributed and retired. I prefer to keep a low profile and let the people who have the energy and enthusiasm to move the club forward do their thing ..... we've had our time. Perhaps come the next MegaRun we may make an appearance ... perhaps sooner. We were spotted during a combined club run in February this year.

Spinner

Post by **LES McLEOD** » Tue Apr 05, 2005 1:24 pm

Hi thanks for that, look forward to meeting you as I have met your Partners Mum at Bayfare just before the BOP Mega Run. 2004
Are you coming to Manfield in May

Auntie

VQwikMR2Driva · Post by **VQwikMR2Driva** » Tue Apr 05, 2005 7:15 pm

The secret squirrel activity is not Paint Ball.

So stop guessing - and we will have at least 4 newbies on Sunday, with possibly two more to come.

CHeers for now

Post by **St_Gabriel** » Tue Apr 05, 2005 7:23 pm

VQwikMR2Driva wrote:The secret squirrel activity is not Paint Ball.

BUGGER

Post by **Dennis th'Menace** » Tue Apr 05, 2005 7:30 pm

St_Gabriel wrote: BUGGER

Probably not that either

VQwikMR2Driva · Post by **VQwikMR2Driva** » Tue Apr 05, 2005 7:36 pm

Well then, we have 6 newbies attending this run. Looking forward to meeting everyone and having a great time again.

YEeeeehhahahahahah

Post by **Dennis th'Menace** » Tue Apr 05, 2005 7:40 pm

Good luck, Chris - we're all looking forward to the aftermath

VQwikMR2Driva · Post by **VQwikMR2Driva** » Wed Apr 06, 2005 11:26 am

Guess what,

another newbie couple have asked to come on Sunday - oh my word.....

We're gonig to have a great time,

Possibly 12 local cars, which I think, would be a major milestone and almost double the usual number.

Yahhhhhhhooooooooo!!!!!

Post by **Russki** » Thu Apr 07, 2005 12:21 am

Good on you Chris we all waiting for photo evidences of your mystery Run. We all are soo curious....

VQwikMR2Driva · Post by **VQwikMR2Driva** » Fri Apr 08, 2005 11:39 am

This is just a little odd, I just got call on my cell phone - 2 more newbies.

The club must be doing something right!!!

I think at last count, that's ten newbies, five new cars and an age range of 18 to 65?

I can't wait for Sunday - it's going to be a blast!

HEY!! I heard THAT!!! It's not just going to be fun for me because of the eating part!!

VQwikMR2Driva · Post by **VQwikMR2Driva** » Fri Apr 08, 2005 12:28 pm

IceMaiden wrote:
VQwikMR2Driva wrote:HEY!! I heard THAT!!! It's not just going to be fun for me because of the eating part!!
Are the VOICES getting to you AGAIN

I have extraordinary levels of perception - already know what you're going to say next.

Do I offer a preemptive strike, or pounce on the opportunites offered to me everytime you post?

HAHAH HAHAH HAHAH.................. sorry ........ furballl