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Yes, I'd love to attend

Too far

Not interested in these sort of meets

Unable to attend due to time/cost/work/etc

A different location is needed

[Vamps]

From a purely selfish point of view, one of the reasons I enjoyed the meets was because all the conversation was about Omega's (and other cars), the idea of Geo-Caching or rock climbing doesn't really interest me (although I do have odd hobbies like searching for these things: http://www.28dayslater.co.uk/forums/forumdisplay.php/50-ROC-Posts?s=86a6bb8a67feaa69b02e6aad166187c9 )

Keep looking at that site and mean to do some (properly), although we gave done some locally anyway

Fits well with Geocaching actually

You been on the Pop Paul..........

On my phone and struggling to see through the tears after the latest bout of bullying

 

[Lazydocker]

From a purely selfish point of view, one of the reasons I enjoyed the meets was because all the conversation was about Omega's (and other cars), the idea of Geo-Caching or rock climbing doesn't really interest me (although I do have odd hobbies like searching for these things: http://www.28dayslater.co.uk/forums/forumdisplay.php/50-ROC-Posts?s=86a6bb8a67feaa69b02e6aad166187c9 )

Keep looking at that site and mean to do some (properly), although we gave done some locally anyway

Fits well with Geocaching actually

You been on the Pop Paul..........

On my phone and struggling to see through the tears after the latest bout of bullying

 

It's not funny... It's very distressing

[Vamps]

From a purely selfish point of view, one of the reasons I enjoyed the meets was because all the conversation was about Omega's (and other cars), the idea of Geo-Caching or rock climbing doesn't really interest me (although I do have odd hobbies like searching for these things: http://www.28dayslater.co.uk/forums/forumdisplay.php/50-ROC-Posts?s=86a6bb8a67feaa69b02e6aad166187c9 )

Keep looking at that site and mean to do some (properly), although we gave done some locally anyway

Fits well with Geocaching actually

You been on the Pop Paul..........

On my phone and struggling to see through the tears after the latest bout of bullying

 

It's not funny... It's very distressing

So sorry to hear this Paul, try this link it may be of help........

http://www.northpoint-counseling.com/services/cyber-bullying-counseling-livonia-northville-novi-detroit-michigan.html











 

[Lazydocker]

 

[TheBoy]

it just seems that everyone travel's to the forum meet then as soon everyone gets there, half the forum has gone!

A very valid point, well presented (even if I have been 'unkind' with the quote selection from your post).

Certainly food for thought.


I clearly understand, though, that (some/most/all) of the girls would rather go out for the day, as shopping/pub lunch/cinema/whatever is infinately more interesting that listening to a bunch of sad bastards talking 'dangle berries' with our arses dangling out of bonnets . 

[Elite Pete]

it just seems that everyone travel's to the forum meet then as soon everyone gets there, half the forum has gone!

A very valid point, well presented (even if I have been 'unkind' with the quote selection from your post).

Certainly food for thought.


I clearly understand, though, that (some/most/all) of the girls would rather go out for the day, as shopping/pub lunch/cinema/whatever is infinately more interesting that listening to a bunch of sad bastards talking 'dangle berries' with our arses dangling out of bonnets .

You wish 

[YZ250]

Somebody needs help with their car. I enjoy helping people with their cars, on jobs that I am confident I can do correctly without causing further issues and braking stuff etc. that means jobs I've done on my own car first at the very least.

Likewise, happy to get stuck in if I can help in any way. 

What kills the thing stone dead, is when people take the piss. Or are perceived as doing so. Ie, turn up, with a what can i get attitude, get stuff fixed on their cars and contribute nothing to the whole weekend and clear off.

If they realise that they are doing this it's a shame as it detracts from the good willed spirit of it all. 

This can be difficult for some though to be fair. Shy retiring types that are not practical might find this difficult. I struggle with groups or crowds and tend to withdraw, for example, esp when tired. Absolutely no idea why. It can be oddly intimidating to turn up at a do, and fit in.

I'm hopeless when it comes to mingling with groups that already know each other socially. I'm happy enough with my own spanner skills but this doesn't help with my lack of social skills.  For people like me it is good to see a friendly face and have a chat as it makes you feel a bit more like part of the group. Sounds rather pathetic doesn't it.  I accept that this is totally my fault but I'm just seeing it from a 'quieter' persons point of view. I also accept that if I went to a party, I would automatically look for people that I know, so I'm guilty of this as well. I fully appreciate that this is a two way thing. 

Yes alright I'm babbling now, but I think if people do what they can to contribute, things will work themselves out. Be that fixing cars, cooking on the BBQ, some catering options, etc etc. if all else fails, offer to pay, or something 

Agreed, if others beat me to it with the spanners I'll make the tea. 

...theres nothing I can help him with to fix his car he can't do himself. Members like him, Mark dtm, Kevin wood, TheBoy are extremely capable, there's very little I can help them with they can't do themselves

Also agreed, and these guys will be the first to get stuck in as well. 

[Darth Loo-knee]

I personally don't think there should be any money changing hands for work done, just genuine gratitude. Bob Dent keeps getting mentioned but there is more than just him who has had work done then showed their gratitude in their own way.
Paul Lovelength and his wife came along to a Newent Meet not knowing a soul only myself... they had a fantastic time loving every minute. His appreciation for any help that was given was shown, that for me is enough. Just putting something straight.. I have never expected too get paid at any meet even though I worked as a "Mobile Mechanic"......
I decided myself at a Lakes Meet that that particular weekend I was not going to work on anyones cars as I had done every other meet. I spent it with Friends I have made through the Forum and Meets, indoor climbing and geocaching.... which we all enjoyed.

At night we spent as usual around the Bar b que like everyone else. Whats wrong with that?
The whole reason I went to Meets was to be around people I had made friends with having a laugh. Helping others who appreciated it was part of the weekends.

[TheBoy]

I'm hopeless when it comes to mingling with groups that already know each other socially. I'm happy enough with my own spanner skills but this doesn't help with my lack of social skills.  For people like me it is good to see a friendly face and have a chat as it makes you feel a bit more like part of the group. Sounds rather pathetic doesn't it.  I accept that this is totally my fault but I'm just seeing it from a 'quieter' persons point of view. I also accept that if I went to a party, I would automatically look for people that I know, so I'm guilty of this as well. I fully appreciate that this is a two way thing. 

You are not alone there either. I am pretty shy as well. Obviously, I have a slight advantage at an OOF meet, as everyone 'knows' who I am, irrespective of if we've ever met before.

The Saturday night quiz is meant as an ice breaker - people who have been to meets will be aware I tend to put teams together outside of their 'natural' groups they fall in to.  Maybe it's too late in the weekend, and should be done on the Friday night? Although some people arrive late.

Other things we have been known to do to get people together as teams, are:

The infamous OOF North v South Footie match (worth a watch, if only for Dath Loo-knee ):
http://images.omegaowners.com/images/events/lakes07/footielarge.htm

Or the Rounders:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JqT3htYYukY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EyZj4kTro0Q


The first Lakes meet, we had name and car tags. OK, a bit like being at school, but maybe worth considering again, so new attendees aren't feeling so left out?

[Lazydocker]

Must admit, I try to go around and speak with newer faces rather than the people I already know well but it can be hard

[BazaJT]

Wouldn't mind attending,but we can only do Sundays,and it depends then on commitments to ABS and any car shows they've got on on any particular date.

[ffcgary1]

I voted for the lakes meet as i enjoyed the first one very much, but i could not attend last year due to holiday plans but if i can would attend the 2013 meet. if it has a change of location then thats fine to as i would try to attend there as well.
Indoor working area would be ideal with camping areas as well would be the best senario

[TheBoy]

So, whats the outcome?

Have another meet at the Lakes? Move it to Chester? Move it elsewhere? Have a 3rd big weekend meet?

We need time to plan these things. We also need volunteers to do the organising

[Lazydocker]

So, whats the outcome?

Have another meet at the Lakes? Move it to Chester? Move it elsewhere? Have a 3rd big weekend meet?

We need time to plan these things. We also need volunteers to do the organising

I'd say that 12 votes for attending means it stays in the same place

[TheBoy]

So, whats the outcome?

Have another meet at the Lakes? Move it to Chester? Move it elsewhere? Have a 3rd big weekend meet?

We need time to plan these things. We also need volunteers to do the organising

I'd say that 12 votes for attending means it stays in the same place

The discussion kinda moved on from the poll. But if that is what peeps prefer, we can try to arrange it

That said, 12 members attending probably isn't enough to make it worthwhile