robert Posted October 7, 2007 Share Posted October 7, 2007 I'm seriously thinking of taking a step back in certain areas, including as organizer of the Vegan Vacation. I organize at least 3 large scale events per year and it's very taxing on me and draining for me. I still want to be involved of course, but I think in order to be more effective in everyday life, I need to step back from things. I mean, you guys/gals saw me this year, and some of you saw me during our first year too. I'm just a mess because I take on too many things and too much responsibility. Anyone interested in taking a lead role or "the" lead role in 2008? I have a few people in mind, but figured I'd post it here too. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessifly Posted October 7, 2007 Share Posted October 7, 2007 I have some ideas.. I'd be willing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted October 7, 2007 Author Share Posted October 7, 2007 Awesome! I'm sure loveliberate and lotus would like to be involved too. I just haven't asked them about lead roles yet. I just thought of that a few days ago when I decided I needed to cut back on the things that I do, especially some of the event organizing. I just can't handle it all anymore and others would be more effective. Thanks Jessifly! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Odidnetne Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 Organizing a committee is probably the smartest way to go. I don't know if I'd take a role in said committee, since there aren't really many things I can help with physically being over 1,000 miles away, but I could try. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zack Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 I think we definitely need to try to raise funds to keep everyone together for the vacation, the separation part was fine, but I think it would be much cooler to keep everyone together at the same place. (example being this year staying at the beach house instead of all over portland). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pelicanAndrew Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 I would love to help even if I couldn't make it due to money(or lack thereof). Just let me know what everyone is thinking and I'll try and do whatever I can to help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted October 15, 2007 Author Share Posted October 15, 2007 Any others want to take a leadership role? I think I'm passing the torch to Jessifly. I know the loveliberate and lotus will be heavily involved and so will I, but Jessifly may be the new leader of this event. I'm sure it will continue to grow and get bigger and better each year. We love building community and we'd love to see you in Portland/Seattle in 2008! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zack Posted October 15, 2007 Share Posted October 15, 2007 It would suck to have it in a city the whole time. Let's get out in nature, beach, woods, something like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted October 15, 2007 Author Share Posted October 15, 2007 You should be on the planning committee After all, it was Michelle from Texas who found that Beach House for us. So much work and research can be done over the internet and phone, no matter where you are. Jessi and I talked about having it in Portland/Seattle in 08. It doesn't mean the city the whole time, we still called it "Portland" in 07 but we were on the Coast for 4 days. So there are lots of options. We're starting the planning NOW, so we'll be way ahead of schedule. We're already fundraising too, that is what we were doing today. Keep the ideas coming so we can have another great community building event. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessifly Posted October 15, 2007 Share Posted October 15, 2007 Let's get out in nature, beach, woods, something like that. Absolutely Zack! Let me know if you have any specific ideas! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zack Posted October 15, 2007 Share Posted October 15, 2007 My specific idea is do it after August 5th so I can come. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Odidnetne Posted October 15, 2007 Share Posted October 15, 2007 I didn't get to attend V.V '06, but I definitely would love to see another 2 part V.V. Whether it be a beach house, or a house on "Hood's River"(?) or something like that in the wood would be nice, I'm not picky myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Pink Posted October 15, 2007 Share Posted October 15, 2007 I will defientalyl try and be there( I said try because life is always either ever changing or unpredictable. But just tell me roughly how much it cost's and I'll rmeember to save that much) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Odidnetne Posted October 15, 2007 Share Posted October 15, 2007 I will defientalyl try and be there( I said try because life is always either ever changing or unpredictable. But just tell me roughly how much it cost's and I'll rmeember to save that much) We're not going to know for a few months, at least, start saving your pennies now anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Pink Posted October 15, 2007 Share Posted October 15, 2007 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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hsorlando Posted October 15, 2007 Share Posted October 15, 2007 I would love to be a part of V. V. 2008. Whether that means just attending the event, and/or helping with it too. I don't live anywhere near Portland, so I'm not sure what I might be able to contribute, but you never know what lies ahead. And hopefully I'll be in a much better financial state next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gkleinman Posted October 20, 2007 Share Posted October 20, 2007 I have some ideas.. I'd be willing! I vote Jessi for VV08! Sounds like an election Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loveliberate Posted October 22, 2007 Share Posted October 22, 2007 Lotus & I are definitely up for helping Jessi & everyone with VV'08 - now let's talk details! I'd love to see a lot more folks mor actively sharing in the planning, fundraising & all the other tasks needed to make our gathering a great success. Jessi, Whats' the idea behind the Portland/Seattle split? What are other peoples ideas on where, when & what VV'08 should be? What do folks like & dislike about VV in '06 & '07? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zack Posted October 22, 2007 Share Posted October 22, 2007 I disliked the separation, I think everyone should be kept together the whole time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 22, 2007 Share Posted October 22, 2007 I'd be game to make pots for everyone again...lets say a bowl and a mug for $20 per person staying at the house so long as it all went back into rent or food. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zack Posted October 23, 2007 Share Posted October 23, 2007 I'm sad to say someone took my pot that I had potter. I have no memories of you except what's in my heart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 23, 2007 Share Posted October 23, 2007 You'll eventually get a replacement for the pot you lost...no worries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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