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To help Sallysouth's daughter Juanita on Oct. 8:

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David K - 10-7-2011 at 08:59 PM

It's TOMORROW!

Sallysouth - 10-8-2011 at 09:06 AM

Its TODAY!!! All Nomads that are attending please be sure to introduce yourselves to me and my daughter!! Viva Nomads!! You guys and gals are the best!!See you there!

David K - 10-8-2011 at 09:07 AM

Wishing you much success!!!

DENNIS - 10-8-2011 at 01:45 PM

Good luck today, Sally. Lemme know who ends up with the Punta Banda fishing trip.

BajaGringo - 10-8-2011 at 02:06 PM

We so wish we could be there today...

Paulina - 10-8-2011 at 03:19 PM

Sally,

Best of luck today. It would be fun to see photos of the event if possible.

P>*)))>{

Sallysouth - 10-9-2011 at 12:29 AM

I was the event of the Century!It is very late and I have to get back in the AM to share with you , All I can say is WOW!!( I did this without spellchere):spingrin:Nomads Rock!!

Eli - 10-9-2011 at 08:07 AM

Sally, I am so happy to read that the Event was a success. I hope this helps turn things into an upward spiral for Juanita and your family.

David K - 10-9-2011 at 09:44 AM

Wonderful news Sally!

BajaBlanca - 10-9-2011 at 11:10 AM

great news !!!!!!

Sallysouth - 10-9-2011 at 02:13 PM

Ok guys.I am really tired but need to give ya'll an update.The place was packed.Not sure how many people were there but everyone was comfortable and happy.My daughter, Amy, who did the huge majority of organizing the event, pulled it off with only a few minor hiccups.Any of you know how much time, energy and hours, lots of hard work, will appreciate what she has done for her sister.All totalled, as far as I know we raised about 15,000 to 17,000 grand for her.A HUGE thank you to all who sent her contributions via paypal or otherwise.I had the great pleasure of meeting Mr.and Mrs.Elgatoloco, Matt and Barb(love them!!!), s.d.(Scot) such a nice guy, Bigoly and wife, great people, and had a wonderful time chatting with them all.The one auction prize that Amy and I wanted to share(but couldn't afford)was Pompanos week stay at his Casa Coyote home.We Really wanted that!! I was bought by our one and only s.d!!!Then he told us we could go with him!!We will see if he re-cants that offer..he he..There are many pictures but I don't have any of them yet.When I do I will figure out how to post some of them here to share with you .Again, Many thanks to you all.Nomads are a family of awesome people!! Abrazos, Sally edit to include that I heard Julie(Iguanna Inn) was there but I never saw her or got to meet her.I think I saw a woman running around, in a hurry for a short time.I met everone there, but no Julie!!!Edit: That was bigboy and wife, not bigoly, sorry...early to bed tonite!!

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[Edited on 10-9-2011 by Sallysouth]

bigboy - 10-9-2011 at 02:52 PM

Sally,

It was indeed a wonderful event and it was a pleasure meeting your family, especially Juanita and her two beautiful daughters. I'm so glad a substantial sum was raised for your daughter Juanita. Mrs. bigboy and I had a great time and we both remarked on how organized the event was. Even though we didn't win any of the raffle prizes, we were the successful bidders on three items including Vonny's fishing trip donated by Dennis.

It was nice meeting elgatoloco, Matt and Barb. We hung out with them for most of the event and found that we had much in common and know some of the same people in Baja and here in California. It was also a pleasure talking to s.d., Scott. He is an amazing Baja aficionado with more than sixty trips to Rancho Leonero alone.

Larry and Christine

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sd - 10-9-2011 at 04:41 PM

WOW -
What a nice event! Juanita, you looked fantastic and I just know you are going to continue on your path to recovery. Your family were all a joy to meet, and I agree what an amazing job they did in organizing this day. Lots of work and you all did spectacular!

Great to meet my fellow BajaNomads, and thanks to all of you who made contributions. There were fantastic items and trips donated, and I was fortunate to win some bids. An item that created a great bidding match was a gorgeous surf board. I am not a surfer but do appreciate seeing a quality board and the bidding ended in a rousting applause. The winning bidder sure looked happy.

My winning bids and raffle;
Casa Coyote - Pomano (Roger) - wow, I can't wait. I have always admired your place and life style. YES, Sally, Amy and family, do plan your available dates and lets get it reserved. Of course you are joining me, that is how I want it. Make sure Roger is there, as I will take him up on story telling and fishing.
La Costa Resort - Thank You!
Iguana Inn Hotel - Looks Fabulous!
Bocana Inn Bed and Breakfast - I have always admired your place and Nomad support!
"The Tea House on Los Rios" San Juan Capistrano - Gracias!
Images Salon, Corona Del Mar - if possible make me look good for my trips, thank you

Also many thanks to Aventura Sailing Association, the event location. Met some of your members who joined in the raffle and made our sunshine filled day a great one!

Thanks to everyone!

Scot

DENNIS - 10-9-2011 at 05:18 PM

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Originally posted by bigboy
we were the successful bidders on three items including Vonny's fishing trip donated by Dennis.




Too cool, Larry. You do know that I get all the filetes...do you not? :lol:

Jes' kiddin'. let me know when you want to activate this so I can pay Ivan.

Pompano - 10-9-2011 at 05:38 PM

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Originally posted by Sallysouth
Ok guys.I am really tired but need to give ya'll an update.The place was packed.Not sure how many people were there but everyone was comfortable and happy.My daughter, Amy, who did the huge majority of organizing the event, pulled it off with only a few minor hiccups.Any of you know how much time, energy and hours, lots of hard work, will appreciate what she has done for her sister.All totalled, as far as I know we raised about 15,000 to 17,000 grand for her.A HUGE thank you to all who sent her contributions via paypal or otherwise.....

.....The one auction prize that Amy and I wanted to share(but couldn't afford)was Pompanos week stay at his Casa Coyote home.We Really wanted that!! I was bought by our one and only s.d!!!Then he told us we could go with him!!We will see if he re-cants that offer..he he..


[Edited on 10-9-2011 by Sallysouth]


Sally, s.d. probably can't include all your party in his stay?....and if that's the case, I'll figure out another good time for your group...the price will be high though....One meal & TWO Pacificos at Ana's beach cafe, okay? Remember now, that's TWO beers, not ONE.

You DO like blue tarps and no-see-ums, right? ;)

Just kidding, we'll figure out a Baja Sur time for you in February, April, or May. Unless you want to go to Costa Rica and Panama with me and be a deckhand?

And...Congrats on raising a lot of usefull money! I hope it helps in a big way!!

Saludos, Roger/Pompano

P.S. - to nomad s.d. please send me an email or U2U so we can arrange the dates for your stay. Gracias.

edit to add:

Okay, Scot -s.d...just read your post above....You're one of the GOOD GUYS..kudos to you. Yes, I'll be there to welcome you and Sally and party to CasaCoyote. I think you're gonna like it..

Anybody up for some fishing and stuff?


[Edited on 10-10-2011 by Pompano]

elgatoloco - 10-9-2011 at 07:59 PM

What a wonderful event with a great turn out all for a very worthy cause! We were very suprised and pleased to see Juanita. That made the afternoon even more special. We also enjoyed meeting and getting to know a few Nomads including sd,bigboy and the mrs. Look forward to the next meet up.

Sally, it was great for me to finally meet you in person and it was very nice to see all of your extended family working hard to make the event a success. It is a lot of hard work but Amy and gang pulled it off. Glad to hear it was as successful as it was.

We left with a nice share of stuff including some fine wine and a fishing trip. A nice afternoon for sure!

DENNIS - 10-9-2011 at 08:02 PM

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Originally posted by elgatoloco
We also enjoyed meeting and getting to know a few Nomads including bigboy and the mrs.



Super nice folks....huh. :biggrin:

elgatoloco - 10-9-2011 at 09:14 PM

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Originally posted by DENNIS
Quote:
Originally posted by elgatoloco
We also enjoyed meeting and getting to know a few Nomads including bigboy and the mrs.



Super nice folks....huh. :biggrin:


Super duper! :dudette::cool:

BajaBlanca - 10-10-2011 at 08:34 PM

Scot !!! How fantastic that you will be staying with us too !!! Our offer was for January 2012 so that it included whale watching season, but if you want to come before that, U2U us and we can figure it out..... can't wait to meet you .... Congratulations ... congratulations to all and get better Juanita.

sd - 10-10-2011 at 09:25 PM

Thanks Blanca and Les!


January will probably work great. I would love to see the whales, did it several years ago and still am amazed that they allow us to touch them.
I will contact you soon to reserve a time. I look forward to meeting you also.

Scot

shari - 10-10-2011 at 09:26 PM

Oh I am so glad to hear the event was such a resounding success...thanks for pulling it all together folks!!!

Sallysouth - 10-12-2011 at 02:53 PM

Thank you all.I want to send a special thank you to those who donated and attended and those with best wishes and prayers.Nomads are the best!

[Edited on 10-13-2011 by Sallysouth]

DENNIS - 10-12-2011 at 03:34 PM

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Originally posted by Sallysouth
Thank you all. I want to appologize for the lack of appreciation from Juanita



We arn't here for the attention, Sal. We're here for the good reports of progress.
No apologies necessary.......no reason for one.

Juanita....get well.

Sallysouth - 10-12-2011 at 07:37 PM

She is doing very well.Quite feisty as matter of fact.Taking advandage of her situation, making it work for HER.Go Juanita, go.....She is a very stong soul...
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