Doing these estimates on a (roughly) weekly basis, the
airfares have gone up slightly
over the last two months, but some of the motel and car rental rates have jumped ! Most of the motels have increased up to
$150 more for my 5-night stay,
although a couple have
remained close to the same
price; car rental rates have also increased - two months ago,
a mid-sized or full-sized car was about $300 (w/ ins.), now it's nearly $400, or a smaller car for the same price !
DON'T LIKE small cars or imports; I'd prefer a mid- or full-sized car (Ford Fusion or Chevy Impala/ Malibu) ! I can still swing it, but may have to cut back on some frills (like certain restaurant
meals) to do so ! (C'est la vie !)
ghaynes1 wrote:
Just a word or two today as I start my 66th year on the planet.
First, I'm grateful for all my FS compatriots who have been there for me on this site. You've advised me, prayed for me, encouraged me, made me laugh and cry and inspired me.
And I've never met any of you. Yet. I made a decision today that I will attend the Meet & Greet in KS next May. Not sure if I will fly or drive. Hoping to buy a newer car before then if I need to drive.
I feel like I need to meet you guys and gals. It's too important not to put a username with a face.
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, G,hope you had a special day. Can't wait to meet all of you
ghaynes1 wrote:
Just a word or two today as I start my 66th year on the planet.
First, I'm grateful for all my FS compatriots who have been there for me on this site. You've advised me, prayed for me, encouraged me, made me laugh and cry and inspired me.
And I've never met any of you. Yet. I made a decision today that I will attend the Meet & Greet in KS next May. Not sure if I will fly or drive. Hoping to buy a newer car before then if I need to drive.
I feel like I need to meet you guys and gals. It's too important not to put a username with a face.
Just a word or two today as I start my 66th year o... (
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Greg, I hope your day was special. You definitely are!!!
Egghead wrote:
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, G,hope you had a special day. Can't wait to meet all of you
Thanks Egg. Will be in KS in May God willing.
happy Bday G. [Many more ]
Garry
Loc: Wellborn, Florida
Here is something else to consider about flying. My son in law had to fly one way from Jacksonville, Fl to Tennessee. He found that he could fly coach for $150, but he would have to pay extra for carry on and each other piece of baggage. It was going to be close to $300 for him. My daughter got him a first class ticket for $250, and add ones cost nothing, not to mention the comfort.
DB Ed
Loc: Brock, Nebraska southeast ne
ghaynes1 wrote:
Just a word or two today as I start my 66th year on the planet.
First, I'm grateful for all my FS compatriots who have been there for me on this site. You've advised me, prayed for me, encouraged me, made me laugh and cry and inspired me.
And I've never met any of you. Yet. I made a decision today that I will attend the Meet & Greet in KS next May. Not sure if I will fly or drive. Hoping to buy a newer car before then if I need to drive.
I feel like I need to meet you guys and gals. It's too important not to put a username with a face.
Just a word or two today as I start my 66th year o... (
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don't forget if you fly I'll pick you up.
L.W.
Loc: Spokane Valley, Washington
ghaynes1 wrote:
Just a word or two today as I start my 66th year on the planet.
First, I'm grateful for all my FS compatriots who have been there for me on this site. You've advised me, prayed for me, encouraged me, made me laugh and cry and inspired me.
And I've never met any of you. Yet. I made a decision today that I will attend the Meet & Greet in KS next May. Not sure if I will fly or drive. Hoping to buy a newer car before then if I need to drive.
I feel like I need to meet you guys and gals. It's too important not to put a username with a face.
Just a word or two today as I start my 66th year o... (
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Happy Birthday buddy. Mine is today also 80 of them.
DB Ed wrote:
don't forget if you fly I'll pick you up.
Thanks DBEd. We will probably rent a car after we land so the wife go spend money in Lawrence. I appreciate your offer along with the others.
L.W. wrote:
Happy Birthday buddy. Mine is today also 80 of them.
Congrats L.W. 80 is an accomplishment. Hope you had a great day. Thanks bud. All the brilliant people were born in June, right? Lol
ghaynes1 wrote:
Congrats L.W. 80 is an accomplishment. Hope you had a great day. Thanks bud. All the brilliant people were born in June, right? Lol
Some, I guess ! Quite a few famous people were born in March also, such as these
actors (and at least one famous musician);
Chuck Norris/Bruce Willis/Daniel Craig/Kurt Russell/Eric Clapton
Also some famous historical figures (short lists for both);
Albert Einstein/Johann
Sebastian Bach/Alexander Graham Bell/Harry Houdini/
Andrew Lloyd Webber
Some shared my birthday;
Daniel Craig (latest Bond)
Jon Bon Jovi
Gates McFadden (Dr. Crusher/
Star Trek -TNG)
Pope Pius XII
Mikhail Gorbachev
It's really nice to be in
such good company !
L.W. wrote:
Happy Birthday buddy. Mine is today also 80 of them.
Happy Birthday to you as well L.W. I hope your celebration was/is memorable. Where are you sir?
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