1st C99 Meetup Photo Essay.

Submitted by detroitmechworks on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 7:18pm

Was a beautiful day in Portland today. (Apologies for the small photo size. My camera takes HUGE pictures, and the compression tool I have kinda sucks...)

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And Some mood music for the event. (MY music, apologies, but it feels right for the imagination and energy of this group.)
[video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JjTV8i_KjXM]

Was taking a look at the street on my way to the meetup, and it's amazing how the energy of an area can be really summed up by one simple object.

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Also my kids were hungry before we got to the meetup, so we stopped in at our favorite local restaurant for burgers...

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And before we get too into the photos, just keep in mind that the Spirit of Bernie was definitely present.

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And without further ado, here's a bunch of photos of people with absolutely no commentary whatsoever. Because I think the photos speak for themselves about the excitement and positive energy that was present.

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So thank you all for coming. I look forward to the next one, hopefully when I can get a babysitter, because it felt like I left far too early. You're great folks, with great opinions and great attitudes.

And Tell Shel Silverstein on the Walk Home, I found it.

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Submitted by dkmich on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 7:24pm

looks like a great day with great people..

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Submitted by detroitmechworks on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 7:28pm
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And I managed to have one beer and end it there. For me, that's a major accomplishment.... (Don't believe in 12 steps, but it's very important for me to stick to the rules I've set for myself.)

Only downside is missing the bus in Portland on Sunday gets annoying because service is reduced. Feels a bit like taking the bus in my hometown at that point, so we just walked. (STILL an improvement, mind you)

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Submitted by quill on Mon, 05/02/2016 - 12:57am

It was great meeting you and the rest of the crew!

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Submitted by Damnit Janet on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 7:30pm
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Sorry I wasn't able to go after all. Shift coverage issues at last minute.

There will be many more gatherings I am sure. Hooray for Portland99Percent

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Submitted by detroitmechworks on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 7:36pm
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Course there's also been some talk about doing other things locally, so who knows?

Felt VERY positive there today, and that's a great thing.

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Submitted by mimi on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 8:03pm
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that's way not enough for me nosy person. Smile

Thank you, dmw, for sharing the photos. Your kids look full of energy. Your company consists of some delightful grey-haired men (I like that... ) and all I can say congrats to you to make a detour around the sixpack.

Thank You, dmw. Very kind of you to help to make the meet-up a reality. It seems we need to hire you for our East-Coast meet-ups.
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Submitted by detroitmechworks on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 8:06pm
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Unless you want to throw a meetup in Lebanon, PA... (Lived there for 2 years... hated it, but it was my ex-wife's hometown...)

I'm just glad everybody had a good time, and I apologize for the amount of time I had to do parenting while we were there. Smile

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Submitted by mimi on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 10:07pm
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to the West Coast. So, I have seen LA a bit, Longbeach and Hollywood, drove through San Diego, drove up to San Francisco passing Santa Barabara, Santa Monica, have seen the Muir Wood National Park (for a couple of hours), have seen a bit of San Luis Obispo and San Jose and I saw Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon.

All of it way not enough to know if I would feel "home" at the West Coast or not. The only thing I remember is that I missed green meadows. Most grass covered hills I remember as being brownish. I have heard Portland is the opposite of it.

I am definitely more an Eastern girl. I am not scared of winter and snow, as long as you have well built houses with thick walls. Which of course are rather rare or unaffordable here.

I think it's somewhat difficult to go to meet people in persona, you only knew anonymously from your online blog before.

Somehow your mind makes up an image of a person based on comments and diaries. When you get to meet those persons in real life most probably you will see that your image and what you get to know in reality doesn't match and that to me is a bit uncomfortable to experience.

I understand the need for anonymity online, but it's a two-sided sword. There is a lot of room for misconceptions and misunderstanding in anonymous online conversations or in real space. But it is very nice and good to have a chance to meet people who can become your friends in real space. And that's something most people need. So, I hope you will have more meet-ups and get to enjoy them all.

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Submitted by NonnyO on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 11:38pm
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It might be that the influence of a political meeting will someday influence one of your kids to run for public office.... It's good for the kids whether they realize it or not.

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Submitted by gulfgal98 on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 7:43pm
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Thank you for sharing your meetup with us. Smile

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Submitted by detroitmechworks on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 7:48pm
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It's a great feeling to actually be connecting with the community, which I don't think I've done enough in my life.

Glad to be starting now.

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Submitted by gulfgal98 on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 8:38pm
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about two years ago and it was wonderful.

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Submitted by Shahryar on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 8:03pm
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that's all I'm gonna say about that!

I was pleased with how comfortable it was. Thanks to all who were there for being so well informed and thoughtful!

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Submitted by detroitmechworks on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 8:07pm
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But at the same time, those who do not learn from their elders are doomed to make dumb decisions that cause the elders to roll their eyes and tell long stories about how when THEY were younger you screwed up much more elegantly...

Kidding, kidding. But thanks for showing up, and it was a real pleasure to meet you.

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Submitted by gulfgal98 on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 8:36pm
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I definitely recognized. I believe that I also recognized Sara and Ann. I guessed at some of the others including Shaz.

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Submitted by pswaterspirit on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 8:14pm
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Totally forgot it was happening......

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Submitted by detroitmechworks on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 8:18pm
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Should probably have made it a separate Essay last night, but I was tired. (Played Civilization, and "Just ONE more Turn" hit me)

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Submitted by elenacarlena on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 8:37pm
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those people are. Will any volunteer to admit to their part in the conspiracy?

And who else lives around Lexington, KY?

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Submitted by detroitmechworks on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 8:49pm
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You know, the one who looks like a game of "Spot the Infiltrator"

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Submitted by Shahryar on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 8:58pm
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wearing a white-ish shirt and a look that says I don't believe the government.

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Submitted by elenacarlena on Mon, 05/02/2016 - 8:56am
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isn't clear in the small photo. Although you do look like you're about to get up to mischief. Wink

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Submitted by elenacarlena on Mon, 05/02/2016 - 8:55am
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youngster in the group.

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Submitted by shaharazade on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 8:39pm
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I bogued at the last minute. Looks great and please let's do it again, soon. Maybe we Portlander's and c99ers from the PNW can put our heads together and shake some action. I'm kind of anti social whereas Shah is a social animal. He participates in Portland's local music community and in a group called Stop Demolishing Portland. I tend to retreat from real life and lose myself in the internet virtual world.

Thanks for the pics dmw. I too need to connect directly more in real life with my local community. What can be better then connecting with my fellow 99%er's in person. Thanks for doing this and posting the pictures. Your inspiring to this internet warrior who tends to hide form real life encounters of the 1st kind.

Here's a song sung by a now Portland resident who also fosters community.

Let's do it again

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Submitted by detroitmechworks on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 8:50pm
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I was scared to leave the house. New area, PTSD, etc... it adds up.

Part of the healing process for me. Can't get out EVERY day, but on occasion I'm working my towards it.

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Submitted by pswaterspirit on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 10:13pm
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I have been thinking Jeff Merkley may be positioning himself to follow in Bernies footsteps. He is in a good position to see the lay of the land both back there and out here. He has to know the way things are is not sustainable. Something is going to have to give soon.

I know he actually goes out and talks to people. About a year ago I met him at the Saturday market. He bought me a soda we had a chat about life. He looked familiar but couldn't place him until the next time he was on the news. Felt like I had been a chapter on undercover boss or something.

I wonder if he does that often.

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Submitted by JayRaye on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 8:44pm
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c99 becoming a real community. Just gotta love that.

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Submitted by detroitmechworks on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 8:51pm
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Glad everybody's schedules could match up, honestly.

Sundays may end up being the best days for these. We'll see what happens at the next one!

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Submitted by pswaterspirit on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 10:16pm
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I work compressed work weeks which include Saturday. So Sunday is usually my recovery day.

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Submitted by Shahryar on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 8:53pm
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when I reply to borkrom it'll be like a continuation of our get-together. Or quill, or grandma, or....

or Rick, who isn't yet a member of c99p but who will be!

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Submitted by detroitmechworks on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 8:58pm
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Was an absolute gas to talk tech ideas today. Thinking of sharing some of my ideas here, as a minor sideline because they are an absolute blast to talk about with folks who get the concept.

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Submitted by Unabashed Liberal on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 9:40pm
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Submitted by Sara R on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 10:26pm

Fun to see everyone -- and what a lovely day!

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Submitted by Wink on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 10:41pm
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Awesome! Glad you could attend. Smile n/t

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Submitted by dancingrabbit on Sun, 05/01/2016 - 11:06pm

you c99Portlanders came up with!

Congratulations to all who attended
and especially to dmw for planning it
and sharing the photos of your get-
together with the rest of us.

Inspiring.

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Submitted by Citizen Of Earth on Mon, 05/02/2016 - 8:20am
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Looks like an enjoyable Sunday Outing was had by C99-NW. Jealous. I'm picturing this meetup being parodied in a future skit on Portlandia. So when they say Bernie only has millennial support, is this what millennials look like now. Just kiddin. I have white hair too, so I'm allowed to poke fun.

And ok yes, technically this was a Sunday Outing. But it is still a Revolution People!! Biggrin

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Submitted by Gerrit on Mon, 05/02/2016 - 8:29am
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lovely, mate. And congrats also from another one-beer-limit guy. And the weather cooperated :=) Real nice, mate, and I hope more folks organize such c99 events.

In fact, I'm inspired to organize one for folks who live here :=)
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Submitted by Citizen Of Earth on Mon, 05/02/2016 - 9:02am
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Got a good laugh from that. Thanks.

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Submitted by Borkrom on Mon, 05/02/2016 - 5:48pm
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I enjoyed driving down (took me a few hours) from Washington to meet everyone but it was well worth it.

It was a great start, and really made me feel good to get a chance to meet everyone. I told the group we need to have another big meeting after the convention to start thinking about working together towards something.

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