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(Message started by: StegRock on May 18th, 2003, 8:42pm)
Title: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by StegRock on May 18th, 2003, 8:42pm
Fellas,

(PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY, especially before commenting!  Thank you!)

Starting to give some thought to scheduling our annual Summer Meeting & Draft!  I know that Danny is very restricted in the date it can be scheduled for him to attend; Steve too is somewhat limited, at least right in the heart of the month when it is likely that we would like to hold it, and Joe is in all likelihood not going to make it up.  Also, we would want to have it on a Saturday rather than a Sunday so we can go out afterwards and really make a day... and night of it like last year, but that is going to be subject to people's schedules.

Having it at Dave & Buster's in Philadelphia seemed to be the direction we were leaning in early on, but, based on comments made to me as of late, the idea of having it elsewhere and then going to Dave & Buster's afterwards, an idea I am not at all opposed to, has caused a resurgence in considerations on where to have it and, actually, Morgan's, based on location, restaurant layout and familiarity, seems to be the likely place.  So, we would be looking at having it at Morgan's in the north Jersey shore area; then heading on down to Philadelphia for a night at D & B's and crashing at the places of the guys who live down that way.  Moreover, hopefully this year EVERYBODY (who is in attendance at the draft) can make it!

In any case, let's hammer out the date first.  Here are the dates I suppose we should consider:

Saturday, August 2nd or Sunday, August 3rd
Saturday, August 9th or Sunday, August 10th
Saturday, August 16th or Sunday, August 17th
Saturday, August 23rd or Sunday, August 24th
Saturday, August 30th or Sunday, August 31st

I realize that some of you may have communicated to me that some of these dates are basically a no-go for you, but given the feedback I have gotten and the fact that we are really just now officially beginning the process of deciding this, I know that everybody will not be able to be 100% pleased, so I think all the dates above need to, at least, be considered.  Just reiterate your limitations herein and let's hammer this out together!  I look forward to all of your cooperativeness!  Be in touch!

Your Commish,
Steg [smiley=smileytrash.gif]
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by Bandit on May 19th, 2003, 9:17am
I might be able to make the 17th, but not the 16th, i have a wedding. If that is not good then i perfer late august, like the 30th.
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by DirkDiggler on May 19th, 2003, 1:15pm
Well...  .  I have a house at the beach between the 16th and 22nd of that month. Apparently my wife has plans for me the other days.  (she actually wants to spend time together on the holiday weekend)   My preference would be in the following order.  I realize I may have to do the draft by phone and that is fine since my availabilty sucks.


1.  Saturday, August 9th or Sunday, August 10th
2.  Saturday, August 2nd or Sunday, August 3rd
3.  Saturday, August 30th (Labor day weekend-i would have to head home Saturday)


Saturday, August 16th or Sunday, August 17th
Saturday, August 23rd
Sunday, August 31st

Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by Fiedlers Choice on May 20th, 2003, 1:09pm
[smiley=wave.gif]I don't have any conflicts at this point.  I will be down the shore (near Morgan's) all of those weekends.  Keep in mind that the final weekend is labor day weekend, so we could go out  [smiley=alcoholic.gif] that Sunday as well.  D & B's might be real crowded on a holiday weekend but I am not sure.
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by StegRock on May 20th, 2003, 4:46pm
Excellent points, DB, all of which should be considered greatly!  The fact that we have an extra day that we can do it on and still go out that night, Sunday, August 31st, was really great to have pointed out!  That slipped my mind!  I, personally, don't think D & B's will be any more crowded that night than any other.  It will probably be more mobbed on Saturday, August 30th.  Also, I suppose, if need be, we could even consider Monday, September 1st, Labor Day itself, but that probably won't be necessary or welcomed.  Still, though, keep it in mind!  Thanks for clarifying those points, at any rate, DB! [smiley=bow.gif]
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by dowens11 on May 21st, 2003, 9:05am
Any Sunday is good for me out of those weekends.
I'm probably not gonna go out afterwards. So you guys don't need my opinion about afterwards.
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by DirkDiggler on May 21st, 2003, 12:51pm

on 05/21/03 at 09:05:19, dowens11 wrote:
Any Sunday is good for me out of those weekends.
I'm probably not gonna go out afterwards. So you guys don't need my opinion about afterwards.


What about Saturdays........?
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by DOLFAN on May 21st, 2003, 9:03pm
OK, i am out of the hospital and back home now. I was in there for 4 days. I had 4 seizures last week, but am still ALIVE!!!... [smiley=dancin.gif]    [smiley=frank.gif]
You guessed it, they couldn't find anything wrong with me. I am on Dilantin 3X a day, and lost my license for 6 months. PLus i have a pounding headache 24/7,  Oh yeah, plus i had to quit my job...not to mention 3 of my other leagues. I will still stay in this league and the 1 I run until i die...which may not be too far off. I also have a new cell #540-537-0931 NEXTEL#187*102*4230.  
Just found out my wife is expecting our 4th child in December too. I hope I'm around to name it!!
My new home # is 540-977-4855.
As far as making it up there, count me out at this point...I will be at the beach from 8/16-24/03. I switched to Nextel so that i could do the draft from anywhere in the United States. I would be better off doing it Aug 9th or 10th. I can't think straight and my MOM has been with me for a week, but leaves TMRW. I'm scared shitless of being alone at home, can't cut my grass or even vacuum the house. I can cook some though.  ???    [smiley=angel.gif]
Steve, i would like to stay in the league as long as i can, but if you feel you need to replace me i will understand. I will still be productive and will let you know if i feel i can't perform on a weekly basis.
As far as partying, thats a HELL NO TOO!!!
I will still stay active in only 2 leagues. PLease call me if you need some clarifications.

Joe-Your FF Friend for LIFE.
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by StegRock on May 22nd, 2003, 12:17am
Joe [smiley=sick.gif] , feel better, bro'! [smiley=letsmakeup.gif] That's really stinko! :P As for the mundane, I updated you cell phone number on the "Owner Information" page.  If you have to draft by phone, so be it.  Mark does every year, and Danny has every year except last when he finally made it up.  Not a biggie!

Doug, what's up with you naysayin' goin' out with us after the draft? >:( Anyway, as Steve asked, what about Saturdays? [smiley=shrug.gif]

Finally, Steggie here has finally scheduled his GRE.  I am taking it on Thursday, June 5th at 11:45.  The scores on this test will affect my future greatly by dictating my options. (Fingers crossed!) Ultimately, though, it will be out of my hair at last, so I can totally focus on the more "important" things in life... like fantasy football!  Whew!  I am gonna' nail this bitch [smiley=gettinridden.gif] , though...  I WILL kick the shit out of this... bullshit, rendering it just... bull! [smiley=rollinwithlaughter.gif][smiley=mywhippinboy.gif] [smiley=graduate.gif] [smiley=zenmaster.gif]
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by Fiedlers Choice on May 22nd, 2003, 1:55pm
Joe,

Sorry to hear about your condition.  Hope they figure out what's wrong and the Dilantin helps.  I'm sure everyone agrees that you should stay in the league as long as you want.  FF will be a good distration as you deal with your health.  Congrats on your baby as well.

Danny... congrats on your big day and Steve... good luck with the GRE.

DB
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by StegRock on May 22nd, 2003, 9:04pm
Let's not lay it on too thick, DB.  I don't know why you even brought that up, Joe! [smiley=drip.gif] What does one have to do with the other? ???
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by WeinkeMaster on May 23rd, 2003, 8:27am
Jeesh Joe, sorry to hear about your issues. I hope everything gets better from here on out.

At least you know what trade negotiations with you feel like now. I had three seizures myself the last time we traded. (couldn't all be nice could it)

Danny, congratulations. You must have something really juicy on this girl to get her to give in. Good job. Once you go Blackmail you never go back.

As for the meeting, I have preferences but I can be flexible. just let me know. Dave and Buster's sounds good to me. I missed out the last time.

Love always
The WeinkeMaster
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by WeinkeMaster on May 23rd, 2003, 8:31am
Oh! I forgot to congratulate Steve on his GED. I know you've been working hard on it and that Algebra can be a killer. Good work, I hope it leads to a bright and prosperous future for you and your wife. You are still maried right? ???
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by Philly on May 23rd, 2003, 9:45am

on 05/23/03 at 08:31:27, WeinkeMaster wrote:
Oh! I forgot to congratulate Steve on his GED. I know you've been working hard on it and that Algebra can be a killer. Good work, I hope it leads to a bright and prosperous future for you and your wife. You are still maried right? ???



;D [smiley=hellyeafunny.gif] [smiley=LMFAO.gif]

That is too funny...
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by StegRock on May 23rd, 2003, 2:03pm
The GED line was very funny! [smiley=rollinwithlaughter.gif]

I have to tell you, though, that Mark and I were on the phone yesterday and we... more like he was coming up with ways to make "light" of the three "big events" here:  1) Danny's marriage, 2) Joe's illness, and 3) my finally taking the GRE, and, anyway, he immediately came up with the GED joke, as well.  It was funny then, and it is again now, but, Markie, you were too slow on the trigger! [smiley=no.gif] After you think of it, you gotta' get on-line and [smiley=firinback.gif] !  Hopefully, he publishes his other material here soon!  If he does, piece of advice to Joe, DUCK! [smiley=laugh.gif]

By the way, to our esteemed "Gridironer" and visitor here on this board Philly, why don't you try to meet up with us after our draft if we head to Dave & Buster's in Philly?  You are in the area and would be welcome!  We get crazy on that football game machine where you throw passes! [smiley=gonecrazy.gif] [smiley=havinablast.gif]  Anyway,...
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by StegRock on May 24th, 2003, 12:51pm
Francis, I forgot mention...  I am taking the GED down in Uncle Tom's River.  Any chance of our meeting up down there after I'm all done?  I know it is a weekday, but...  I should be done by about 3:30ish!
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by StegRock on Jun 2nd, 2003, 1:56am
It's this week, Fresca, my little bitch, [smiley=hooters.gif] if you are even checking this out [smiley=checkin.gif] here!

Actually, you are all my little bitches this year!
Me - All of you girls
[smiley=pimpin.gif] - [smiley=hooters.gif] [smiley=hooters.gif] [smiley=hooters.gif] [smiley=hooters.gif] [smiley=hooters.gif] [smiley=hooters.gif] [smiley=hooters.gif] [smiley=hooters.gif] [smiley=hooters.gif]
You haven't been bringing BIG DADDY StegRock in enough [smiley=money.gif]'s, though!  So, get to work, whores! [smiley=gettinridden.gif]
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by DOLFAN on Jun 17th, 2003, 11:34pm
Stegey, i too will be at the beach from 16-23. Like i said above i will prolly just draft via phone. The draft for "my" league will be on the 23rd in Va, but will do that one via phone also. I have a co-commish for that league. Let me know when/if we have a set date/time yet.
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by StegRock on Jun 18th, 2003, 12:25am
Well, first off, I would REALLY like to avoid doing this the first weekend of August.  That was really offered up for emergency purposes only.  Bottom line is it appears that most of us can pretty much do it on any of the dates.

Now, if we are looking at Saturdays so as to be able to go out afterwards en masse, it is looking like our best option is Saturday, August 9th with the runner-up's being Saturday, August 30th.  If we are just going to cash in the idea of going out afterwards, our best choice looks to be Sunday, August 24th, but if we are resigned to doing it on a Sunday and Feder is going to be up here the weekend of the 16th, then I would REALLY prefer to do it on Sunday, August 17th; I suppose Sunday, August 10th would be alright and Monday, September 1st, Labor Day, has not to my knowledge explicitly been ruled out.

So, there ya's have it, boyz!  Tell me what works best for you!
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by Philly on Jun 18th, 2003, 8:45am

on 05/23/03 at 14:03:16, StegRock wrote:
By the way, to our esteemed "Gridironer" and visitor here on this board Philly, why don't you try to meet up with us after our draft if we head to Dave & Buster's in Philly?  You are in the area and would be welcome!  We get crazy on that football game machine where you throw passes! [smiley=gonecrazy.gif] [smiley=havinablast.gif]  Anyway,...


Thanks for the invite... it would be nice to meet some of the guys who I talk to on the forums here...  anyway, I'll keep an eye on this thread and once you guys pick a date, I'll check my calendar... Dave & Busters is about a 20 minute drive from my house.
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by Skcus Redef 2 on Jun 18th, 2003, 5:51pm
Fellers,

I do have a conflict on August 9.  The other days look pretty good for me - a Sunday would be a better fit but not necessary. Sorry about the 9th.
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by DOLFAN on Jun 19th, 2003, 2:14am
I can do the 9th or 30th. It looks like the 9th wont work for Mark though. If it is on the 30th i can make it up there if i get a ride from Warner. I can't drive for another 5 months, but i rode with him last year. I too can come home SAT night Steve. So since we are on vacation the same week...16-23...and will be on the road i don't know if our cell phones will get service in certain spots along the drive. I am going to FLA and will be on some roads that wont have phone towers.
The 30th works for me and will go along with whatever Warner wants to do.
Steve, you and i can hook up somewhere in NOVA. I will be staying at my bro's house in Haymarket and be getting in late Fri night. I know ya live in Burke now. Maybe you can come out to centreville(29&66)/fairfax(Fair Oaks Mall). Whatever works for you. We can meet SAT morning. Get back to me. I will be in nova this weekend. Give me a call on my new cell phone which is up on our "Owner Information" page or i will try to call you and hammer something out.

(Edited to take out Joe's cell phone number because it is dangerous and on our password-protected "Owner Information" page, anyway.  I just checked!)
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by StegRock on Jun 19th, 2003, 1:29pm
Well, I spoke with Doug yesterday and he told me that Labor Day weekend was a no-go for him.  So, based on that and Mark's post, the dates we are down to are:

Sunday, August 10th;
Sunday, August 17th;
Sunday, August 24th (But, Joe and Steve will not be able to attend).

And, they're ALL fuckin' Sundays, which poops on our going-out parade! [smiley=annoyed.gif]

I suppose we still have the option of the first weekend of August :P and, thus:

Saturday, August 2nd.

I'm not sure, though, if going out afterwards is THAT important.  That is awfully early!  Not that we haven't done it that early in the past.  Just last year we drafted the last weekend of July.  We came away from that, though, thinking we want to avoid ever doing it that early ever again.

I guess I will talk to Doug and see if I can't get Saturday, August 30th back in as a possibility.

I will say this much on a personal side note.  Given the direction my life is going in, God willing, [smiley=fingerscrossed.gif] there is a chance that this will be the last year for awhile that I will be in attendance.  I don't see myself, as a student, affording two trips back from Hawaii a year, maybe not any.  So, if you'd like to see me (and the "Summer Meeting & Draft" show I have been putting on for years now), this would be one to come to. [smiley=shrug.gif]
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by StegRock on Jun 19th, 2003, 9:28pm
Spoke to the newlywed Feder this evening!  Sounded good!  They had a great time on their honeymoon in... Hawaii!

Anyway, he told me that, at this point, he won't be able to make it even if we have the "Summer Meeting & Draft" on Sunday, August 17th.  So, based on other feedback I have gotten and now this, we should probably scratch that date off the list.  I will do so quite literally in the post right above.  I suppose we are honing in on a date here. [smiley=shrug.gif]
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by WeinkeMaster on Jun 23rd, 2003, 10:53am
[smiley=mywhippinboy.gif]That's a damn shame. Not married a week and the whip is out already. Let's replay that conversation shall we.
:-[Sorry honey, that's never happened before! I must be tired. (OOOPS, sorry, wrong conversation.

:)Hi honey. That was a great honeymoon wasn't it. Hawaii is so beautiful. By the way, I'll be headed to Jersey in August to meet with my FFL buddies.
???What's that? Sure I told you. Before the wedding remember? You said "No problem".
:-/Yes Dear. No dear. I'm sorry dear. I'll never bring it up again.
:'(Um, hi Steg? Yeah, this is Fedder, Um, my wife has my nuts in her drawer and won't let me have them so I can go to Jersey.
:oI don't understand Steg, everything was fine before the wedding...........(Famous last words)
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by StegRock on Jun 24th, 2003, 6:39pm
[smiley=getoff.gif]

Well, boyz, as it turns out, here is what we are down to and, at this point, I am just calling on each of you to cast your vote:

------------------------------------------------------------------------

Saturday, August 2nd, the only Saturday we can do it so as to be able to go out afterwards;

Sunday, August 10th, believe it or not, the latest Sunday we can do it on which everybody hoping to come can.

------------------------------------------------------------------------

ALL other dates have been ruled out to one degree or another except Sunday, August 3rd, which I don't think we need to include in the voting, as if we end up doing this on a Sunday, let's do it on the later one.

PLEASE vote right here.  It keeps things simple, efficient and forthright! [smiley=bow.gif]
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by Fiedlers Choice on Jun 24th, 2003, 10:46pm
[smiley=drummer.gif]I vote for August 2nd so we can go out.  I would like the draft as late as possible.  However, given the two choices, I would NOT trade going out for doing it 8 days later.










[smiley=borg.gif] (He meant NOT in that second sentence!  I just did not want there to be any confusion, especially since I know some of you are easily confused!)
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by WeinkeMaster on Jun 26th, 2003, 9:49am
So he meant, NOT as late as possible. I'm confused. But anyway, August 2nd for the same reasons.
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by DirkDiggler on Jun 26th, 2003, 11:37am
I vote for August 2nd as well for the same reasons.  (and my wife gave me permission to go that weekend.)
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by dowens11 on Jun 26th, 2003, 1:09pm
Aug. 2nd is fine for me
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by Pakman on Jun 26th, 2003, 7:15pm
Well, if everybody wants August 2nd, I guess I'll take the other day.  Just kidding, August 2nd is fine.
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by DOLFAN on Jun 27th, 2003, 1:04am

on 06/26/03 at 11:37:39, DirkDiggler wrote:
I vote for August 2nd as well for the same reasons.  (and my wife gave me permission to go that weekend.)

Steve is my ride. So Aug 2nd for me too.
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by StegRock on Jun 30th, 2003, 4:25pm
Well, I am gonna' lay this sucker to rest before July 1 (basically just a month before "D-day")...

The "Summer Meeting & Draft" will be held on Saturday, August 2nd.  THUS, CUTS WILL BE DUE BY MIDNIGHT SUNDAY, JULY 27th!!

All of this is also indicated in the pop-up box that comes up when you visit the GBRFL home page.

I will put up a cuts thread closer to the date for those of you who would like to post your cuts here, but I will not require you to do it here.  You may submit them to me by e-mail.

For further information, go to our "News & Notes" page located at:
http://www.fantasyfootballer.com/gbrfl/newsnotes.htm.

League members should NOT miss ANY of this information as it has been EXPRESSLY posted in three locations:  right here right now, on our "News & Notes" page, and on our "News Briefs" pop-up box on our home page.  I hope everybody's got it!  Be in touch!

Steg
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by StegRock on Jul 23rd, 2003, 1:41pm
Saturday, August 2nd at 1:00 p.m.... I can't wait! [smiley=havinablast.gif] [smiley=nervous.gif]

Anyway, I finally made our reservation at Morgan's.  Though it is not an over-frequented place, we are still a little lucky they can take us.  I am usually on this like one or two months in advance,... not this year!  In any case, I am PSYCHED for a good time.  We are probably lookin' at a late night at Dave & Buster's afterwards, but we will make that decision then.  I am not sure if Trout will be able to get us the same "hook up" as last year, so...

Well, I've got the plaques, including MY CHAMPIONS PLAQUE, [smiley=tonguin.gif] and am raring to go.  I am SO looking forward to seeing the eight of you that will be in attendance and talkin' to you other two scabs all day via cell phone.  See ya's then!  Be safe in between!

AND, DON'T FORGET TO SUBMIT YOUR CUTS BY 11:59:59.999... ;D SUNDAY NIGHT!! [smiley=bow.gif]
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by DirkDiggler on Jul 29th, 2003, 4:32pm
Can someone please give me directions from the Delaware Memorial Bridge?

And, if at all possible, the address and PHONE number of Morgans.  Thanks.....

I know I have been there twice, but lord knows I don't wanna get lost.........
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by StegRock on Jul 29th, 2003, 5:29pm
The address and phone number for Morgan's is as follows:

700 Hope Road
Tinton Falls, New Jersey  07724
(located in the Holiday Inn)

(732)935-1942

I think Trout, Pak or even DB should be able to help you out with regards to specific directions from the Delaware Memorial Bridge.  You might want to give those guys a buzz.
Title: Re: '03 GBRFL Summer Meeting & Draft
Post by StegRock on Aug 2nd, 2003, 12:25pm
IT'S DRAFT [smiley=havinablast.gif] DAY...  GBRFL-STYLE! [smiley=lickinmychops.gif] SEE ALL YOU GRIDIRONERS (who might be reading this) AGAIN SUNDAY AFTERNOONISH! [smiley=wave.gif]


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