Meet Up in Tunica, MS: 3/14 - 3/17 Schedule

I'm just the messenger and one who plans to attend this event.... Dx had posted a few weeks back about a Meet Up in Tunica, MS happening this St. Patricks Day Weekend.  I have been asked by Dx's partner in crime DeeDee to post the tentative schedule of events for that weekend and once again extend an invitation to each of you. Being the intelligent woman she is - she dares not venture onto this hallowed ground. There are no vendors, no surgeons, no speakers...this is simply an opportunity for those who have had WLS, are thinking about WLS, or those just wanting to learn more to get together with a bunch of folks who have made the journey, lived to tell about it and love to share their experiences.  Here is the tentative schedule: http://arcadiahill.com/tunica/tunica.html For more information here is the posting that Dx put on the board a few weeks back: Tunica “Mixer” Itinerary: March 14th: Friday Mid-day to Afternoon- (Travel) Arrive by whatever means of travel. Meet up and Check in throughout mid-day. Drop-in "DeeDee & Dex Hospitality Suites" to get The "Who’s Where" info. (We’ll have Maps and such…) We are in The GoldStrike. http://www.goldstrike.com/index_flash.aspx The Sheraton and Horse Shoe Casino/Hotels Join to the GoldStrike, So any of those 3 will put you in the same "Hotel Complex" Once again here is the rest of the schedule: http://arcadiahill.com/tunica/tunica.html Now, Some random info…………………………. Map of Tunica and Hotel listings- http://www.tunicamiss.org/maps-tunica_area_map_enlarged.asp Map of Tunic- http://www.tunicamiss.org/TUNPadMap_2006.pdf There is a shuttle running continuosly from hotel to hotel... Shuttle Schedule schedules---from Hotel to Hotel… http://www.premierofmemphis.com/Schedule_Tunica.pdf Transportation Service- http://www.premierofmemphis.com/Services_Casino1.asp Same "rooms info" as before….. Other Available Lodging Directory- Americas Best Value Inn -888-315-2378 Bally's Casino Tunica -800-382-2559 Best Western -800-937-8376 Bed & Breakfast at the Lake -662-363-2000 Quality Inn (Casino Inn Suites) -800-999-2922 Columns of Tunica, The -866-363-3659 Cottage Inn -800-363-2985 Fitzgerald Casino & Hotel -800-766-5825 Gold Strike Casino Resort -888-245-7829 Grand Casino Tunica -800–WIN-4-WIN (800-949-4949) Hollywood Casino Tunica -800-871-0711 Horseshoe Casino & Hotel -800-303-SHOE Key West Inn -800-833-0555 King's Inn -800-928-5464 Microtel Inn & Suites Tunica Resorts -662-363-4747 Resorts Casino & Hotel -866-797-7111 Sam's Town Tunica -800-456-0711 Sheraton Casino & Hotel -800-391-3777 The Levee Plantation Guest House -662-363-1309 Treasure Town Inn -800-201-3040 Westgate Tunica Resorts -662-357-9200 Now just random thoughts….. I think The following are good Bets- Meet up, Dinner, Hospitality Suites – Friday Night

Graceland Tour - 9am - Saturday Morning Blues City Cafe - Saturday Lunch (optional) Gibson Guitar Factory Tour - Saturday Afternoon (optional) Sun Studios Tour - Saturday Afternoon (optional) Shopping at Peabody Place - Saturday Afternoon (optional) Civil Rights Museum - Saturday Afternoon (optional) World Famous Peabody Hotel Ducks - 5pm Saturday Rendevous Restaurant - Dinner Saturday Night (incredible BBQ) Beale Street Party - Saturday Night

Here is the schedule again: http://arcadiahill.com/tunica/tunica.html Brunch Event – Sunday Late Morning Perhaps Some early evening Meal Event on Sunday Night? Beyond those, I think "Options" or "Hang out and Talk Opportunities" could make up some of the rest of the schedule. There’s a shooting range, great golf courses, waterparks, casinos, shopping, Memphis (30 minutes away), etc…..   It’s a “Non-Convention” so no advertisers, no registrations, and just the peer to peer shared info from a bunch of old post-ops. Whatcha Think? Best Wishes- Dx

Hey Mike, how's everything going.  We are doing fine down here, and I'm feeling damn good!  I have an appointment with my surgeon next Friday and he's going to assess me for surgery.  So far, I've lost 167 pounds and all the co=morbidities are gone, if it wasn't for this pesky fistular I'd be good to go.... Best Regards,  Bob.

Bob, It is great to hear you are doing well. -167! Rock 'n Roll! JP

Bob, It's great to hear from you - folks were beginning to look for your face on the back of milk cartons and on the wall at the entrance of Wal-Mart! -167 pounds....congratulations on your loss.  Hope your surgeon is able to address that fistula once and for all so you can get to 100% and really take advantage of your loss. Sorry I've been off the grid for awhile - have some new initiatives at work that are kicking my ass but at the same time have been a welcomed challenge.  Been on the road more than usual and working extended hours when I am home. Keep in touch - there's a lot of folks keeping tabs on you and want to hear how you're progressing. The story you have and lived to tell about is an amazing one! Regards, Cards Fan

I'd love to attend! I wish Tunica was a little easier to get to, but I guess it is close enough to Memphis. Any idea of the count yet, on those planning to attend? JP

Yep Paul - the Ribs at the Rendezvous are an absolute must if your visiting Memphis!  The Peabody Ducks are on the schedule with the URL I provided but I neglected to put that into the schedule in my posting - thanks for pointing that out. From what I've heard I believe there will be 4-6 fellas from the Men's Board and another 7 or 8 planning to attend too.   Not a huge event but enough to have a great time! I am an ex-Memphian myself - lived there in the mid-90's.  To me Memphis is a great place to visit but didn't like living there.  I've not been back for awhile so looking forward to it.

Sorry to say I just can't make the trip this time CF old buddy. I just have to much going on at work/home right now to take the time off. 3/15 will be my 49th B'day so I want y'all to drink one for me when all the fellas get together. Tell Elvis I said Howdy and y'all have fun.  I'll see you another day. Regards, Tim

Speaking of Elvis - he really is still alive and he's walking amongst us.   Yes it's true - he had gastric bypass and lost a ****load of weight and nobody recognizes him!!!  Gonna miss not having you there - let's make sure it's not too long before we hook up and toss down a few. CF