April 6: Changes signing in Houston, TX

[Araris Dresden]

Worst case senario, one should eat lunch AND dinner, no?

[Aine]

Worst case senario, one should eat lunch AND dinner, no?

And possibly a snack. 

[Seiya234]

We could coordinate a lunch and a dinner. For example, I have class in the morning so I won't be headed out until lunch time, and then it's a three hour drive.

[*V*]

Do we want to do anything silly like all wear identical " badges" so we know we're all from the forum?  We could all print out Bob and wear him on our shirts.  ha ha

[j3nnee]

I'm in San Antonio and if I can get the time off I'm going.
I asked if my brother would go with me. He said sure

so for now... maybe but where is everyone staying who is overniting it?

[Aine]

I'm in San Antonio and if I can get the time off I'm going.
I asked if my brother would go with me. He said sure

so for now... maybe but where is everyone staying who is overniting it?

Themostocles and I are staying at the Westin Galleria. 

[Mickey Finn]

Dudette! You live in the lap of luxury.

I'll stand out in the group. You all see my picture.*

Plus I'll be in a vest and likely a bowler. With a pocket watch.

People I've met before: It's been a while, and my memory is sucky until I really get to know you. So please don't be offended if I can't place your board name to your face. There are people I've known for years at cons whose names I can't put with the face.


*Well, normally. As I post this, my pic seems to have disappeared.

[Aine]

Is it the lap of luxury?  Sweet!  I just like the thought of being able to roll out of bed and wander around high-end department stores where I would never actually buy anything as a vacation. 

If I were to get a hotel off a service like hotwire, that doesn't give an exact location until you book, would booking in an area labled "Houston Galleria Area Hotel" be a safe bet?

That's what we did, AD.  It's hard to judge the distance between the Galleria and the site of the signing but being close to the Galleria definitely has other perks and it looks to be about as close as anything else. 

[Araris Dresden]

Heh, I deleted my post figuring I could do that myself...You are quick! I said screw it and went forward, and I am not too far from you at the extended stay....2 miles from the signing, I can deal.

[Landing]

People will be able to recognize me by the fact I will have a big present for Jim under my arm. ill say no more than that its a surprise. 

[Vijay]

Considering 2008 turn out, parking, traffic I would say be at MBTB by 5:30.  There are many good lunch places (depending what time we meet?) within a few minutes.  I'd be happy to send out some suggestions if people give preferences (I don't eat fast food and am vegetarian but open to anything)?  A lot of places have buffet's until like 2:00pm.  

  If anyone is looking to kill some time an needs suggestions I'd be happy to help.  Nice shopping, Half Price Books, dessert places, etc. in nearby Rice Village if looking to kill some time.  There's a nice movie theater about five minutes away.  We are members of really nice museums (Menil, MFA, Natural Science) and the Zoo which are within 10 minutes of MBTB.

[Vijay]

Although the store opens at 10 earlier phone orders (I've called like 9:45) are taken (with credit card payment).  So, I suggest calling early and picking up the book later to save time in line (last time MBTB said one could have 3 items signed on the first pass; groupings of 10).

[Priscellie]

People will be able to recognize me by the fact I will have a big present for Jim under my arm. ill say no more than that its a surprise. 

*bounces*  Someone better freaking film his reaction.

[Landing]

*bounces*  Someone better freaking film his reaction.

*bounces along with Priscellie in excitement*

[*V*]

Is it the lap of luxury?  Sweet!  I just like the thought of being able to roll out of bed and wander around high-end department stores where I would never actually buy anything as a vacation. 

That's what we did, AD.  It's hard to judge the distance between the Galleria and the site of the signing but being close to the Galleria definitely has other perks and it looks to be about as close as anything else. 

My parents used to stay at the Westin when they'd come to Houston to visit.  Its a very nice hotel.  The view from the side with the fountain is pretty.