It all started when I read Jeff Belonger's post, Annapolis Maryland Gathering on 12/22/09. I'm
Active Rain Gathering Annapolis Maryland.
Lewis Poretz was there, along with John MacArthur, Rich Iarossi, Pat Kennedy whose blog is here: Thank You Jeff Belonger, and Martha Brown who also wrote about it here: An Impromtu AR Gathering in Annapolis. Pat Hommel joined us as did Camille O'Donnell, and my publisher, Peg Silloway.
While the rest of the world (and certainly Annapolis-area traffic!) was going crazy, we carved out a couple of hours of warmth and communication with area Rainers. It was great, and we'll definitely do it again.
And here are a few more posts about our day in Annapolis:
Warm Active Rain on a Chilly Day in Annapolis, Maryland by : Margaret Rome
Thank You Jeff Belonger! Active Rain Gathering in Annapolis! by : Patricia Kennedy
An Impromptu AR Gathering in Annapolis Maryland...What a Holiday Treat!! by : Martha Brown
Active Rain Gathering Annapolis Maryland by : Audrey June-Forshey
Active Rain gatherings.... past, present, & future !!! - A gathering in Annapolis, Maryland by : Jeff Belonger
I believe in AR Angels by: Camille O'Donnell
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I also love going to RE.net gatherings and meeting all the folks who live in my computer! Sounds like you had a great time.
Happy Holidays!
Hi Margaret~ If I lived near MD I would have had to come. I would love to meet Jeff Belonger in person. My bets are on that Jeff can make that miracle happen!
Monika, This was so perfect. Plenty of good people, good food and good conversation. I think I have some new future best friends. I,of course, knew Peg and Pat Hommel but all of us in the room were friends getting together.
Hi Margaret, Sounds like you guys had a wonderful time. I LOVE AR gatherings!!!
I hope you and Lee have great Christmas Margaret.
Hi Margaret - Glad everyone had a good time. Posts such as yours always make me homesick because I lived in the area for 35 years.
Vickie, I would love to meet you! Jeff is working very hard on this challenge.
Bryant, We had a wonderful time. I am still laughing at Big Bertha's video. Happy holidays to you both,
Richard, It time for you to visit.
Margaret.... thanks for being you. It was great to have finally met you and a few others. It was a great time and too bad I couldn't stay longer. But the city of Metropolis needed my protection... lol Seriously, it was fun and relaxing... and on the way back, I told John that it's now time for reality. And not only that, but to put it into 5th gear and really get back to work with only 1 1/2 days from yesterday until next week, as work days. I'll be calling you soon, because I did hear back from my underwriter about the appraisal. So we are over the hump.. and I did get the updated waiver letter from the condo association. thanks...
Glad you could all get together. We have had so much snow in New Hampshire -- we all are still digging out! Happy Holidays to you.
H Margaret,
Thanks for your call....been to many AR get togethers so they are always a good time..... I hope you and yours have a wonderful Holiday.
Margaret - as you know, it's certainly worth taking the time to meet other Rainers. From Florida to Hawaii, it's been a great experience. Thanks, Active Rain!
margaret- It was a great time for sure and I am so happy I was able to attend if only for a short time. So short it seems that i never had my picture taken LOL. Merry Christmas and many blessing for the new year.
Margaret, You said it so much better than me. I can't wait to see you again, you are the most fun. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you!!
Margaret,
What a heart-warming post! ...I wanted to meet some of the wonderful Rainers who live in my computer. My dear, you have a way with words! All the best on Christmas Eve!
Mike in Tucson
Hi Margaret - it sounds like you all had a really nice time. I've really loved the AR gatherings I've been fortunate enough to be part of, and it really is like old friends getting together, isn't it?
Merry Christmas,
Ann
Jeff, Thanks for the constant updates on this loan. You are a pleasure to deal with and a lot of fun at AR gatherings!
Joan, Stay warm and enjoy the holidays.
Neal, Enjoy your latkes! Hope you are feeling better soon.
Sharon, Whenever I can get this close to these special people, I will make the time.
Martha, Even though we did not get your picture, we had the real thing, we were lucky enough to have you at the gathering.
Mike, You do pretty ok with your words! Hope we get to meet one day. Wishing you happiness this holiday season.
Ann, It really is like old friends getting together...thanks to Active Rain. Sending good thoughts your way.
Margaret, what fun that was! And I am really, really enjoying your book!
Patricia, It was wonderful to meet and get to know you. Can't believe you have time to read the book. Can't wait to hear your review.
Hi Margaret-that must have been awesome and lots of fun! That's awesome how Jeff stepped up to the plate! Wishing you and yours a very healthy, happy and prosperous New Year!
Midori, This was such a good gathering and it worked because it was almost spur of the moment. If you could make it great, if not, no pressure. Jeff stepped up to the plate..you know there will be a post soon.
I have really enjoyed reading your posts. You have shared some really good stuff. I also think your AR profile is perfect. Thanks so much for sharing of yourself!
Dear Margaret,
Thank you, thank you, thank you for the invite to the gathering at Famous Daves. The timing was perfect, I needed that social bonding and would love to meet up with you soon. I will write a post about our holiday meeting. Thanks for the great pics, we can now put a face to the names. You are an inspiration to many agents. Please continue your work and your Type E Quiz is a hoot. Yes I am a Type E all the way.
Fondly,
Camille
Forgot to log in....the above comment was made by
Camille O'Donnell
Camille, I had heard such good things about you from Pat Hommel and knew we had to meet.
So proud of you for accepting the invitation at this sad time in your life. Look forward to your blog on our meeting. Really enjoyed speaking with you tonight. You are an inspiration for all of us. Happy and healthy New Year to you and your family.
Camille,
I am so proud of you for accepting the invitation knowing what a sad time this is for you. You are an inspiration for all of us. After hearing Pat Hommel say so many terrific things about you....I just knew we had to meet. Look forward you your post and want to hear more of your Type E stories.
Happy New Year to you and your family!