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Posted by Ruth on August 20, 1999, at 21:22:08
In reply to Babble in person?, posted by Dr. Bob on August 18, 1999, at 12:54:28
I wasn't on line for a couple of days so just read your post, so this may be too late. I'm in Boston and would love to have the chance to sit and talk with others in person. This forum has come to be a very important support to me and I'm grateful to you for hosting it.
Please let me know if you're still thinking of meeting because I'd like to come. It's kind of you to even think about it. Thanks
Hi,
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> I had an idea. I'm going to be in Boston this weekend for the American Psychological Association annual convention.
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> Do many of you happen to be around there? If there's interest in getting together in person, maybe we could try to swing something sometime Sunday. I don't know my schedule yet; I just thought I'd throw this out.
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> I was thinking something social, like over coffee, and not an intense discussion of medication or group therapy session...
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> Or, I don't know, maybe we should just stay online. Well, like I said, it's an idea.
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> Bob
Posted by Dr. Bob on August 21, 1999, at 2:33:26
In reply to Re: Babble in person?, posted by Ruth on August 20, 1999, at 21:22:08
Hi,
OK, let's try this Sunday at 1 pm at this restaurant called Marche. It's an interesting sort of place, with different stations or whatever, so people can get as much (or as little) as they like. I went to one in Toronto last year and had a good time.
It's kind of behind the Hynes Convention Center, which is on Boylston Street, and next to the Sheraton. It's on Huntington Ave., I think. Let's meet on the top (third) level, in the "Mediterranean Garden" section in the back (with the grape-cluster lights :-).
If you have any questions, their number is (617) 578-9700.
See you then!
Bob
PS: I was thinking of this more as a chance to meet each other than me...
Posted by yardena on August 21, 1999, at 6:26:18
In reply to Re: Sunday at 1 at Marche, posted by Dr. Bob on August 21, 1999, at 2:33:26
Wish I could join you all in Boston. Keep us posted about what it is like to meet in person after all this cybercontact.
Have a great time!
Posted by Delia on August 21, 1999, at 8:05:32
In reply to Babble in person?, posted by Dr. Bob on August 18, 1999, at 12:54:28
I wish it were possible to have had more advance notice as I think it is a great idea... to be able to put faces with posts etc etc ;-)
Posted by DL on August 21, 1999, at 12:06:05
In reply to Re: Sunday at 1 at Marche, posted by Dr. Bob on August 21, 1999, at 2:33:26
Hi,
I would love to come. However I struggled through yesterday at work with the beginnings of a cold/sinus infection. Today at home I feel like I am underwater with cement in my head. At least it isn't hot and humid out too--it's cool and drizzly--probably the same in Boston? Unless a miraculous recovery sets in, I won't be there tomorrow. I would like to meet Dr Bob and other posters. Not to do what we do on psychobabble, but just to make a human connection with the "electronic " posters! I took an on-line review class for my certification and made electronic friends all over the US. I still Instant message with some. It was strange to meet "an electronic" image of people. I would like to meet some of them too! Hope those who can go have a wonderful meeting. If things look up here iwill post again. Dotty
Posted by Dr. Bob on August 22, 1999, at 22:40:35
In reply to Re: Sunday at 1 at Marche, posted by Dr. Bob on August 21, 1999, at 2:33:26
> OK, let's try this Sunday at 1 pm at this restaurant called Marche...
I didn't find anyone else, which was disappointing...
I hope no one just gave up because I was late. I got there at 5 after, then spent another 10 minutes in line before I could get in.
I happened to discover afterwards that they had a store called Marche-lino in a more central location in the mall. Maybe that was confusing?
Oh, well, it was just an idea.
Bob
Posted by Brandon on August 22, 1999, at 23:31:48
In reply to Re: Sunday at 1 at Marche, posted by Dr. Bob on August 22, 1999, at 22:40:35
> Oh, well, it was just an idea.
Dr. Bob I thought it was a good idea and I would love to meet other members of this board. I live in Indiana so if you ever come my way I'd be glad to meet you and others somewhere for lunch or dinner!Brandon
Posted by JohnL on August 23, 1999, at 3:25:45
In reply to Re: Sunday at 1 at Marche, posted by Dr. Bob on August 22, 1999, at 22:40:35
Dr. Bob, it was that long line and the hectic noise and crowd that scared me off. I was disappointed to not meet other folks and you, but I think downtown Boston was a bit over my head on that day. I wish a quieter place had been available, but I didn't see any. Regardless, it is a great idea. Hope you had a good trip. I could never have imagined so many psychologists and psychiatrists all in one place! Thanks once again for your efforts. By the way, what all was discussed at that conference? Share any of it with us? Thanks. JohnL.
Posted by DL on August 23, 1999, at 22:39:10
In reply to Re: Sunday at 1 at Marche, posted by Dr. Bob on August 22, 1999, at 22:40:35
I would have braved the traffic,but as I said above I was sick. I still feel tired and like cement blocks in the head. I work with little ones and it's hard not to get sick every now and then. I'm so sorry it didn't work out! It must have been so disappointing for you. Don't give up on us. Maybe it will work out another time.
Posted by Dr. Bob on August 24, 1999, at 0:27:08
In reply to Re: I saw the line..., posted by JohnL on August 23, 1999, at 3:25:45
> Dr. Bob, it was that long line and the hectic noise and crowd that scared me off.
Wasn't that something? In retrospect, it wasn't a very good choice for something like this.
>I could never have imagined so many psychologists and psychiatrists all in one place! Thanks once again for your efforts. By the way, what all was discussed at that conference? Share any of it with us?
I brought my program in case people were interested. There were lots of good programs. It's all in PDF format, but it's all available at:
http://www.apa.org/convention/program/
Bob
Posted by Alison on August 24, 1999, at 2:24:54
In reply to Re: A good idea!, posted by Brandon on August 22, 1999, at 23:31:48
Dr. Bob,
I know this is a long shot but, if you ever come over to Australia, I would love to meet with you, as would some of my friends. Just to discuss some of the advances made in the U.S , and the differences here in Australia. I find that there just don't seem to be the links over here that you guys all talk about!
It is a very nice country!!!!!
Sincerely, in the hope of this far out idea
Alison
Posted by Ruth on August 24, 1999, at 21:03:04
In reply to Re: I saw the line..., posted by Dr. Bob on August 24, 1999, at 0:27:08
I'm really sorry things didn't work out on Sunday. I got the mail too late in the day to come. But I do think it was extraordinarily kind of you to make the offer.>
> Dr. Bob, it was that long line and the hectic noise and crowd that scared me off.
>
> Wasn't that something? In retrospect, it wasn't a very good choice for something like this.
>
> >I could never have imagined so many psychologists and psychiatrists all in one place! Thanks once again for your efforts. By the way, what all was discussed at that conference? Share any of it with us?
>
> I brought my program in case people were interested. There were lots of good programs. It's all in PDF format, but it's all available at:
>
> http://www.apa.org/convention/program/
>
> Bob
Posted by Dr. Bob on August 24, 1999, at 21:10:08
In reply to Re: What about coming to Australia Dr. Bob ????, posted by Alison on August 24, 1999, at 2:24:54
> I know this is a long shot but, if you ever come over to Australia, I would love to meet with you, as would some of my friends. Just to discuss some of the advances made in the U.S , and the differences here in Australia. I find that there just don't seem to be the links over here that you guys all talk about!
> It is a very nice country!!!!!
> Sincerely, in the hope of this far out ideaGreat idea! But easier said than done. :-)
The "links"?
I've actually been working on a symposium on international perspectives on the use of the Internet in mental health -- or something like that -- for the big psychiatry meeting here in Chicago next May. My idea is to get Peter Yellowlees from Queensland to discuss the Australian scene.
We'll also have a Psycho-Babble get-together someplace quiet. With lots of advance notice. :-)
Bob
Posted by Claudeah on August 26, 1999, at 0:36:20
In reply to Re: would love to go to Australia, posted by Dr. Bob on August 24, 1999, at 21:10:08
Cool! I'll help you find a place if you want my help---easy to get to by EL, quiet, cheap, seperate room, etc...... I usually have to play tour guide for new folks and visitors from work.I don't think I'm the only one from the greater Chicago area who found this place.
Claudea
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> I've actually been working on a symposium on international perspectives on the use of the Internet in mental health -- or something like that -- for the big psychiatry meeting here in Chicago next May. My idea is to get Peter Yellowlees from Queensland to discuss the Australian scene.
>
> We'll also have a Psycho-Babble get-together someplace quiet. With lots of advance notice. :-)
>
> Bob
Posted by Dr. Bob on August 27, 1999, at 1:31:50
In reply to Next May in Chicago, posted by Claudeah on August 26, 1999, at 0:36:20
> Cool! I'll help you find a place if you want my help---easy to get to by EL, quiet, cheap, seperate room, etc...... I usually have to play tour guide for new folks and visitors from work.
Great!
Other trips in the works: New York City, maybe October 11 would be the best day; and Phoenix, also next May. :-)
Bob
PS: Also, of course, folks are free to get together without me...
Posted by Deborah R. on August 28, 1999, at 23:18:07
In reply to Re: What about coming to Australia Dr. Bob ????, posted by Alison on August 24, 1999, at 2:24:54
> Dr. Bob,
> I know this is a long shot but, if you ever come over to Australia, I would love to meet with you, as would some of my friends. Just to discuss some of the advances made in the U.S , and the differences here in Australia. I find that there just don't seem to be the links over here that you guys all talk about!
> It is a very nice country!!!!!
> Sincerely, in the hope of this far out idea
> Alison
Alison, I'm with you - would love to be able to say G'Day in person to Dr Bob and thank him for this terrific site. Best wishes to all!
Regards,Deb.
Posted by Sofia on August 29, 1999, at 2:04:03
In reply to Next May in Chicago, posted by Claudeah on August 26, 1999, at 0:36:20
> I don't think I'm the only one from the greater Chicago area who found this place.
> Hey, Dr. Bob--must we wait until May? I also live in the Chicagoland area and would really like to meet you. Sofia
Posted by Alison on August 30, 1999, at 2:30:47
In reply to Re: What about coming to Australia Dr. Bob ????, posted by Deborah R. on August 28, 1999, at 23:18:07
> Alison, I'm with you - would love to be able to say G'Day in person to Dr Bob and thank him for this terrific site. Best wishes to all!
> Regards,
>
> Deb.Just wondering, if you don't mind, where abouts are you from?
I live in Western Australia and love it!!
Alison
Posted by Dee on August 31, 1999, at 20:57:23
In reply to Re: What about coming to Australia Dr. Bob? (Deb), posted by Alison on August 30, 1999, at 2:30:47
Brooklyn, NY loves & welcomes you too, dr Bob
Posted by Deborah R. on September 2, 1999, at 4:25:06
In reply to Re: What about coming to Australia Dr. Bob? (Deb), posted by Alison on August 30, 1999, at 2:30:47
> > Alison, I'm with you - would love to be able to say G'Day in person to Dr Bob and thank him for this terrific site. Best wishes to all!
> > Regards,
> >
> > Deb.
>
> Just wondering, if you don't mind, where abouts are you from?
> I live in Western Australia and love it!!
> AlisonHi Alison - I also live in WA - Perth - and I love it too - wouldnt want to be anywhere else!
Best wishes,Deb.
Posted by Dr. Bob on September 3, 1999, at 1:39:06
In reply to Re: What about coming to Australia Dr. Bob? (Deb), posted by Dee on August 31, 1999, at 20:57:23
> Brooklyn, NY loves & welcomes you too, dr Bob
Hmm, well, are there any other folks who would be interested in getting together in NYC? I'm going to go to:
Internet Health Day II
http://www.intel.com/intel/e-health/dayII.htmand be on a panel at:
Quality Healthcare Information on the Net 99
http://www.ihc.net/community/conf.htmlThe first is free. Maybe other people would be interested and we could try to meet there somewhere?
Bob
Posted by Dee on September 4, 1999, at 0:35:17
In reply to Re: coming to NY, posted by Dr. Bob on September 3, 1999, at 1:39:06
Come on, folks. I am sure I'm not the only one here from New York
Posted by Dr. Bob on September 4, 1999, at 10:34:49
In reply to New York Metro, posted by Dee on September 4, 1999, at 0:35:17
> Come on, folks. I am sure I'm not the only one here from New York
Maybe not. But I wouldn't want to push people into anything...
Bob
Posted by Annie on September 4, 1999, at 12:16:47
In reply to New York Metro, posted by Dee on September 4, 1999, at 0:35:17
> Come on, folks. I am sure I'm not the only one here from New York
Dee, I'm not from New York, but I would love to meet with other Babblers and Dr Bob. If we could arrange something definite, I'd take the train up from Philly. I'm not very familiar with NYC, but I think the location of the coferences is walking distance from Grand Central Station. Maybe there is a coffee shop or restaurant in the Hotel that wouldn't be too crowded? Or another place you're familiar with? I would hate a reenactment of the "line" in Boston! :o)
Dr. Bob, do we need to register to attend any of the Internet Health Day II talks on October 12? The morning speakers sound especially interesting to me.Annie
Posted by Jezebel on September 4, 1999, at 19:58:35
In reply to New York Metro, posted by Dee on September 4, 1999, at 0:35:17
> Come on, folks. I am sure I'm not the only one here from New York
New York sounds good to me.
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