Yum, corn casserole! Love that recipe. I'll have to make that when we get back from Savannah.

BTW, we had dinner tonight at KC Barbecue in Sandy Springs for the first time. The lamb ribs were out of this world! YUM! Nice little jazz band, too.

OldSouthernBelle....in case you haven't read your email, go to biddingfortravel.com and read before placing another priceline bid.

You should have no problem getting a 4* in Buckhead for the $65. Just might as well bid that when your lockout expires..that's what I have hit on everytime.

i'2

Sunday afternoon topping

iceeu2:

Yes, I got the e-mail message and did so last night. I had read before, but I still don't quite get it.

A Zone is an area? I took awhile studying the Buckhead area and the 4 star hotels there...are you saying I've got to study ALL of ATL area? UGh....I was hoping that would not be the case.

They would allow me to bid again if I changed a parameter but, that would be less than satisfactory in my mind...I guess I just don'g fully understand.

Also, is the $25 charge per night or per transaction?

Any way, you'll be glad to hear my DIL, who was visiting this weekend, DID show me how to upload pics on worldisround.com, so I'll be able to do that in the next few days!

Did you get the pics I sent you of the jewelry?

Belle

Belle, you can change a parameter....You have already bid on 4*Buckhead for say $60...nobody bit....now you can bid an area in Atlanta that does not have a 4* and bid higher.

You can only get Buckhead 4* since you are bidding an area that does not have a 4*...You have to know what areas the 4 stars are in...you do that thru priceline...not biddingfortravel. You change the parameters of the location, not stars....

I will send you a separate email in a few hours on what to check and how to bid. It's confusing til you get the hang.

Don't despair..we will get you a fine Buckhead property.....but if you get the InterContinental...we will have to switch..it's a fine place!!

Got the pics of the jewelry..thank you!

Belle, don't start a new bid yet

OK.

Also have ? about WIR... will send you an email with ??'s. Belle.

it's down to #50 so time to top

ttt for the Atlanta GTG -- wish I could be there!!!!

Another school year has begun for OWJ!

TTT

Have a wonderful time! :D

Iceeu2: Thanks for all the tips! I got the JwMarriott last night for $69/night for the same nights as you!

OneWanderingJew: So I guess that makes my committment alittle more firm! It shoudn't be my weekend to work, and if so, believe someone will switch with me. May be bringing a DIL...not sure.

The JW may never be the same :)

Belle-- I am so glad you got a great deal and can come! I'm putting you down for 2-- If your DIL can't make it, just let me know as soon as you can.

OWJ: Actually, it may be three! Her sis, who accompanied her for the visit this past weekend is planning on coming too! Am double checking to see if they are actually coming to the GTG or just to ATL.

Now, to plan the shopping excursion! Any recommendations there?

Belle

Honey child, all you got to do is roll yourself out of bed and ...wala...you are in Lenox! Phipps is nearby. You can walk there or the JWM has a shuttle and they will take you there.

I really have no idea of what Lenox has ( other than china) and am also unfamiliar with Phipps....did I mention that I don't get out much?!((&))

How do they compare to Walmart? (Just kidding).
Belle

Well, I forgot to preview again! The dog may be appropo, but it was not what I intended! Was trying for#-o. Is that a person thinking or one with a headache??

Belle

The JWMarriott is attached to Lenox Mall and Phipps Plaza is about a block away on Peachtree and within a mile a bunch of independent boutiques. Andrews Ave. has several...This is the shopping mecca of Atlanta :)

Sounds great! Any favorite stores in either location? I need petite sizing.

I don't suppose there any 'outlet' stores in that exclusive area?...call me cheap...I always look for 'the deal'!.

Belle

Ok, that should have been 'they're, not there!

Belle

Yes, there are outlets in the area...and they are walking distance also.

I2--What outlets have I been missing in Buckhea? I can't think of any but Filene's and one or two consignment shops. My favorite outlet is north of the city in Dawsonville but that's a trek up GA400...

Well, maybe they aren't outlets per se, but there is that giant shoe place and TJ Maxx and those sorts of places...

Well, I know it's a huge shoe warehouse thingie, you can see from the Ritz Carlton...maybe the other store I have in mind is Marshall's...
grief,,,I don't know!

Belle, just go to Lenox and Phipps...it doesn't cost to look! And when some of the places have sales...wala,,,they are great!

I2--Oh, DSW!! Great shoe store and great prices...you're right, it's down the street from the Ritz--at the corner of Lenox and Piedmont.

I believe the mapmakers call the "corner of Lenox and Piedmont" 1 Buckhead Loop (and DSW Suite 205). Before the Loop, Lenox Road came to a recognizable dead end at Peachtree Road, Phipps Plaza. Enjoy your gathering.

topping
(mainly 'cause I'm looking for the corn casserole recipe again!)

For fabulous outlets, go to Dawsonville. I stopped in Commerce this week and there are a few high end stores, but nothing like the outlet stores in Dawsonville.

Good. I have it memorized now. Just checking.

I like kslw's idea. Maybe the next GTG can be a potluck. Of course, everyone will probably want to bring bamakelly's corn casserole!

Speaking of bamakelly, I don't see a reply from her as yet.

Bamakelly, please come to the GTG so I can thank you in person for helping my friend who moved to Huntsville!

Belle

Hey People!
Maggiano's has us down in the reservation book and asks that we pre-order from the family style lunch menu. I2 and I can pick for everyone but if there are certain dishes you'd like to vote for, let us know now! In addion, if you have dietary needs/restrictions, let us know that too.

I2 and I made the executive decision to have appetizers w/lunch. It gives us more options for those who are picky, more yummy food for those of us who are not and it's only $3/pp more :)

Plan to come hungry!!!!!

OWJ and Iceeu2

http://www.maggianos.com/foodbeverag...nudisplay=LIST

Just back from a long and wonderful weekend of weddings and parties! Was getting ready to check this and top and it's at the top already.

Some of my favs at Maggiano's are...EVERYTHING, I have ever had! So, if you see something that really appeals to you, please let OWJ know!

Starrsville, great idea to have a potluck next time.

Certainly am looking forward to meeting everyone.

The Budbrew has NOT arrived and I haven't seen him post nor have I had any emails in a few weeks. What gives Budman, you ok?

thanks, i2, but it wasn't my idea. just repeating a good suggestion.

Has anyone heard anything from ira? Sure wish he'd drive in from Madison!

Starrs--
I nominate you to organize the next GTG and love the idea of potluck :)

Ira will be eating brie and crepes and drinking fabulous French wines while we all stuff our faces on Maggiano's--I personally think he should have planned his life around us but he didn't listen ;)

What would have been even better would have been if WE could have relocated the GTG to Paris for him! Well, a girl can dream...:)

Belle

I like how you think, Belle!! Do you think he'd mind us crashing his vacation???

OHMIGOSH I feel sooooo loved! Thanks Belle and Starrsville for including me on the invite (and missing me while I have been gone!). Y'all are too sweet.

I just saw this post--sorry I have been late in responding. I have not been on Fodors in weeks. We are in the process of moving into our new home, I have been out of town (in Gatlinburg), and I have been busy with a million other projects too. I miss you guys!

I so wish I could come on the 17th. I run an ovarian cancer support and advocacy group here and we will be busy having our annual fundraiser. Looks like I will have to take a rain check this time. I am so sad! I'd love to meet you all in person (and I'd even bring some corn casserole!)

Do have fun, post pictures, and drink a biiig one for me! (I am pregnant so you'll have to make it extra big...I am so craving a beer or a margarita!)

Thanks again for thinking of me. Have fun.

BamaKelly!
Did we know you were pregnant?? Congrats!!!!!!!!!!!!

Was hoping you would be able to find the time and hang out with us but guess you have some good reasons for blowing us off ;)

OWJ

I posted it on a FFR&R, but it was quite some time ago (I am 22 weeks and starting telling people at 6!). This is our 2nd child and we will have a girl this time around. We're thrilled (and very very scared!).

So sorry I'll be missing the gang. Y'all try not to have too much fun without me. :)

Learned today of a conflict on the 17th. Tried diligently to get out of it but it's not gonna happen. Sorry but cannot make it this time. Have fun for me and discuss where and when the next one will take place!

I'm so jealous and I wish I could be there! iceeu2, you know I'd bring you some chicken paws!
;)

MelissaHI...and you know I would gladly SHARE those chicken paws with you!

Gonna tell you like I told FainaAgain...Atlanta has a great big place called an airport. They have direct flights daily from Honolulu and those big jets have no problems landing there.

Tell ya what...this is going to be a fun GTG...Is anyone attending that will object to having their photos posted on worldisround? If so, say so, and step out of the photo line up please!

Belle, I looked at your Maui pics today..Awesome! You gonna post some Oahu ones as well?

Topping for the weekend...TGIF..well almost!;)