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Old Aug 31st, 2007, 01:53 PM
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Any Fodorites attending the ABQ Balloon Fiesta in October?

There are a few of us attending this years Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque Oct 5th through 14th.

I'll be in ABQ Friday afternoon through Sunday morning (Oct 5-7) and then heading north to Santa Fe for a few days (8-11th).

I believe Moldyhotelsaregross, Travel_Addict and ElendilPickle will be there but I don't know their dates.

Any fodorites in town and anyone up for a GTG New Mexico style??
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Old Aug 31st, 2007, 03:00 PM
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We may be down too. I have a pilot that I crew for, so if anyone wants a more hands on experience, let me know.

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Old Sep 1st, 2007, 06:51 AM
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Great Debi!! Do you know your dates yet or are you still in the planning stages? Crewing sounds so fun.
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Old Sep 1st, 2007, 12:49 PM
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I'll be in town October 5th-7th, and I'd love to get together!

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Old Sep 1st, 2007, 01:40 PM
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As of now, I have a condo reserved in Santa Fe 10.7 - 10.13, but I may come in a few days before or after and stay in ABQ. I'm still looking into flights - no need to rush these things.

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Old Sep 2nd, 2007, 03:11 PM
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It's looking good for a gtg!

Moldy, you have mail.
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Old Sep 2nd, 2007, 05:11 PM
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I don't know if I can call myself a "Fodorite," frankly. Mostly I check in every now & again and if I have anything to offer, I do.

However -- I live in Santa Fe and would LOVE to gather if you all make a plan for Oct - count me in!
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Old Sep 4th, 2007, 06:54 PM
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*a sleepy reminder to myself to read and post tomorrow*

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Old Sep 4th, 2007, 07:30 PM
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nnrobnz, welcome and of course, you are a fodorite! Are you able to travel to ABQ? Or are you available for a Santa Fe gtg?

Glad to hear from you Moldy!
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Old Sep 5th, 2007, 01:49 PM
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Woohoo! Just a month to go!

So, any advice on how to get my best friend to say "Oh yes! I would love to have a GTG while in Abq."

She isn't a Fodorite.
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Old Sep 5th, 2007, 02:01 PM
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28 days 21 hours before departure.....but who's counting! Only me who is sooo in need of R&R in New Mexico!!

Moldy, you could always bring her to the gtg and then be completely surprised we're there!! "Why I had no idea!"

Or you could fill 'er up with a margarita or two and then tell her!

good luck.
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Old Sep 5th, 2007, 02:04 PM
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BeachGirl - You are a smartie!

I'm still working on her.

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Old Sep 5th, 2007, 02:05 PM
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BeachGirl, I emailed you a couple of days ago.

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Old Sep 5th, 2007, 07:21 PM
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Got your email, LeeAnn. Was waiting for a group response from Debi, et al.

I'm a go! Just waiting for more details!

Am I going to miss the chile roasters??
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Old Sep 7th, 2007, 12:52 PM
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What are chile roasters?

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Old Sep 7th, 2007, 02:11 PM
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Someone should still be roasting chile - which reminds me, I need to get some.

Moldy, have you missed this particular delight of fall in New Mexico? Almost every grocery store and roadside stand has someone roasting green chile in a big mesh barrel. You buy your bag of chile, they dump it in and roast it for you. The aroma is incredible!

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Old Sep 7th, 2007, 04:53 PM
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Hey BeachGirl - thanks for asking. Of course I am able to get to Albuquerque, altho a Santa Fe gathering would be more to my liking. Also, I am thinking of doing a very late date for planning trip somewhere. Early Oct would be great. Let me know what evolves.......email for me:[email protected].....
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Hey... how about a GTG in Santa Fe AND Albuquerque?? Anything for an excuse to drink another margarita...

BTW, I'm at heidi623atgmaildotcom
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Old Sep 9th, 2007, 05:57 PM
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I'm up for both ABQ and Santa Fe!

I am moving this week so I won't be online much if any. Hope I survive. I had no idea how much stuff we have.

Keep the planning going!
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Old Sep 13th, 2007, 03:45 PM
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I will be in SF - a much needed break from recent events in my life - from the 3rd to the 7th. Not sure I'll be able to meet, but if you like to shop, eat and drink margaritas, then I'm sure our paths will cross.

We are those Fodor's pins when we need them???
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