DR1 Reunion at the Jaragua

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From Mr & Mrs Timex

In getting Ready for MuisicQueens, arrival and meeting people from DR1 Thursday night, I had made reservations for us at the Jaragua. We decided that since we were going in for the DR1 reunion, would stay over and celebrate Valentines Day. The 2 weeks, right up to our making this trip, we were spending allot of time, running back and forth to the doctors. Our middle daughter came down with a stomach parasite, and our son come down with strep throat. Although they were doing much better by Wednesday, we were pretty drained.

Thursday Morning.

My wife and I got up early and packed overnight bags for the kids. We dropped my son off 1st, and made our way to the Capital. My wife?s aunt has a small beauty shop in the old colony. I dropped them off, and proceeded to find my way out of the old colony, and make my way to the airport to pick up MQ, who was landing at 11am. I arrived at the airport at about 11:20, and after looking around for a while, I went to the information desk and ask what time the flight actually arrived, since it wasn?t on the status board. The woman told me it arrived at 10:40am. I looked at my watch and it was now 11:45. I took another look around and was just about to go call the hotel, figuring she must have caught a taxi, since I didn?t show up on time (by DR standards, I was early). All of a sudden I was approached by one of the guys who direct you to a taxi in front of the airport. He asked me (Are you looking for a mujere?) I told him ? No Thanks, I already have one?. He then explained that a ? Gringa? had told him to find me, and that she was up- stairs at the Codetel office, getting her phone connected.
He took me to the Codetel office and right to MQ. I was relieved that she was still there. We introduced ourselves while the guy behind the counter tried to hook-up her phone to work here. We left the airport, and started back to the Capital, my cell phone rang twice, and each time I answered it, I lost the signal. My ESP told me that my wife was trying to see if I was all right. This was the farthest I, have driven solo here, and she didn?t think, I was going to be able to get to the airport and back without getting lost.
On the way back, my mouth was moving faster than my truck, and I realized we were going the wrong direction. After turning around, and finally getting to the Malecon, I told MQ, that I wanted to pass by the shop and see if my wife was ready. We pulled up in front of the shop, and my wife was very surprised to see that we were still in 1 piece, and on-time! I told her that I would drop MQ, at the hotel and come back for her.

My wife and I, got to the hotel, after getting our room, we went down to have lunch with MQ. MQ, told us how she left everybody?s phone #, back home, and she couldn?t believe that she was able to get Jan?s, phone# from the operator, in 1 try. MQ, then said that Jan, was making here way down to the hotel, and was going to hang out with us at the pool. We were all set up, hanging out by the pool, and Jan showed up about 10 minutes later.
For the next few hours I was surrounded by 3 gorgeous women. Although MQ, didn?t drink any Cervesa, the rest of us had plenty. And after the introductions and Q & A?s about how and why each of us were here, the woman started talking about things that would make most adults blush. There were 2 guys lounging next to us, they were both trying not to be noticed, that they were laughing as the women were talking. At times their discussions sent me to go cool off in the pool! Around 6pm we all headed back to get ready for our 7pm with all of the DR1 people.
Back in the room, my wife got sick twice, she wouldn?t listen to me, instead she got herself together and INSITED, we go down to the restaurant. We met up with MQ and Jan, and walked into the restaurant. We were the 1st to get there. We asked them to put a couple of tables together, and were worried that we didn?t have enough table space for all of the people who were going to come.
Jan and I, were on our 1st cervesa?s when, Mr & Mrs. Mommc, Rob and Cleef, came in and everybody said hello. Shortly after, Pib and Own_Rules, showed up. We all had dinner, had some drinks, squared the bill up. My wife the whole time was encouraging me to go out with them, but that she still wasn?t feeling right and wanted to go lay down.

The picture in my mind.
While my wife is recuperating, I am going to go out and dance the night away, the night before Valentines Day, RIGHT!! My ESP told me how not to get a divorce, I made our apologies, and took my wife up to the room. I had to listen to how sorry she was for not feeling well enough to go out, for all of about 20 minutes before she fell asleep.
The next morning we met MQ, for breakfast. My wife was feeling 100% better and wanted to eat everything on the breakfast bar. We listened to MQ, fill us in on how the rest of the night went, (You will have to wait for her to post it). And that she was hoping to meet Hillbilly for lunch when her bus stopped in Santiago. After breakfast, we walked MQ out to her taxi, and watched her leave.
We stayed over and had a fantastic Valentines Weekend.

A couple of comments.

MuisicQueen
She is exactly, what you would have pictured her to be from the Forums. I Thank You for the cd?s, and my kids are enjoying your present? from the States. When are you coming back!! You can stay with us anytime, while we convince you not to use your return ticket to Miami.

Jan
WOW!!!!! She has definatly got allot of Brass. I respect and admire what she has done in order to be here. Some people would say she?s crazy. She is definatly living La Vida Loca. We are going to get her out for a weekend, I am looking forward to getting her out to my, Colmado?s and Parkacita?s.

Mr & Mrs. MommC
Same as MQ, it was a pleasure meeting you guys. I am going to send you e-mail and try to get together with you guys, in you area.

Rob
It was great to finally meet the guy behind DR1, my wife told me she definatly wants to take you up on your offer.

Cleef
I was thinking you remind me of this hockey player I know? After getting his history, he is another person who has got allot of Brass!

Own_Rules
I saw him before anybody made any comments as to who he was. I sitting there and I see Mick Fleetwood walking in with this gorgeous woman. As I?m telling my wife, Look! I think the drummer from Fleetwood Mac, just walked in, with that model. I was told the truth. It was Own_Rules and Pib! You guys make a great couple!!

Pib
I was blown away!
Talk about never judge a book by its cover! Based on her post?s I was expecting a 200-pound gorilla, a member of the SHE-WOMAN, MANS HATER CLUB! With stilettos and a bat.
She is a really nice person.

I apologize we had to leave everybody?s company so early. And I missed the opportunity to exchange ideas with all of you about what to do, about helping out here. I will get in touch with each of you on this.

And as far as agreeing with all of the very nice compliments about Criss Colon, Negro Lindo, Golo, were going to wait untill we meet them in person.

To those who made it, it was great meeting all of you!

Thanks
Tim & Mechi
 

Pib

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Wow, thanks for the nice words. Are you sure you are talking about me? I enjoyed your company too and hope we do this soon again.

[B]Timex[/B] said:
It was Own_Rules and Pib! You guys make a great couple!!
Hmmm, er, I don't know how to say this but... Own_rules and I are not a couple. We are friends, actually I am "couple-less". Not that I haven't tried to seduce him and all that but you know I am not 18 anymore and apparently men are only interested in younger women. Darn!

:::: goes to try to catch another man ::::
 

Timex

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Oh yeah!!!!

Talk about photos, you guys have to convince, Jan and MQ to post some those HOT poolside poses I took of the women, on their digital cams.

Go to work guys!!!

Tim H.
 

Robert

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It was fun...

This is one of me and MQ. I'll post the rest I have later.

Way too many flashes at the same time, felt like the Paparazzi!

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Man I hate missing these... I have fond mamories of the ones I have been to! LOL



Nah it wasn't a typo Criss. I will be in the Capitol at the end of next month to square away my residency stuff. Maybe we can get together then.

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Tim,

Enjoyed your recount if the reunion -- even if I can't play the drums worth squat.

I'll just add that I wish I would have had a bit more time to get to know you, your wife and some or the other folks a bit better -- the evening went by rather quickly. Then again, there's always a next time.

As for Pib, I'm proud to be considered a friend, she is one great lady -- but my idea of romantic entaglement at the moment involves The Radio City Rockettes, all kinds of toys, a case of Viagra and a secluded island close to Bora Bora. Don't see that happening anytime soon -- but a man can dream, right? ;)

--Will post pics as soon as I upload them from my camara. Which, knowing myself, could be months from now.
 

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Actually PoppaTony and I were "lurking"

in the corner waiting for our food order when Timex showed up with a contingent of beautiful ladies surrounding him!
When we heard them asking for tables to be put together we knew the "gang" had arrived (at least some of them) so we waited 'till they had placed their drink order then made our presence know after Rob had arrived.
Not having perused the media gallery before we left home for the drive into SD Rob's face was the only one I was sure of 'cause it's definitely British!! (hehehe -it must be a Canadian thing!!).
PoppaTony was glad I'd convinced him to come and is looking forward to some golf with Cleef
Also Timex and Mechi have promised to have the gang over to their place soon and we await their call. Too bad Mechi wasn't feeling 100% however we were all pleased she made the effort to stay awhile and meet everyone.
We'll have to do it again soon - maybe this time in JD on a weekend so BeckyRed 11 and Jojocho can join us.
And this time Criss definitely better make an appearance or I'll have to "hunt" him down!!
Maybe I could arrange an Indian Fiesta for the weekend HB will be in town.....
Waddaya say gang? Should I start planning?
Cheap rates at the Marena (nice rooms too!!) for those that wish to stay the night....

Let me know ASAP and I'll get the ball rolling!!
 

Timex

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We are defiantly in!!!!!

And I would love the chance to ask HB, about some thoughts I have.
How does a guy go from NJ, who has been here since they killed the goat (CIA?) , made maps(Surveyor?) , which he donated to the government, is a historian, teacher, and many other things I'm sure. Is his biography out in print yet???

Thanks
Tim & Mechi
 

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HB reports on MQ's visit to Santiago

Get home from classes. The cook says: they called you from Miami.
I go figure it's my boys up there this week.
Two minutes later: "Hi, It's me MQ!"

Me: Great!, Where the heck are you?
MQ: I'm here at the Metro Station.
Me: I'll be right there!

A flash later I find this little doll in white sweat pants and a blue top, "captivating", to say the least. She lugs this little suitcase like it was loaded with the Encyclopedia Britannica (It was!!)

Into the GMC we get, I take her home so she can meet the Clan & Gang of 5....

Then I say: I gotta go out to Tamboril, today is payday. Off we go, chattering away. I remind this lovely woman that she is a distraction, and she kindly puts on the top to the white suit.....
Arrive at factory, give Tobacco 101 and Cigars 102 lectures to the first visitor we have had, we go inside to have coffee and chat, while the pay goes on...
Then back to Santiago by the scenic route: Tamboril, back road to Gurabo, then to Jacagua by same back road, then Los Salados and then back on main road to the Metro Station.

We arrive at Metro Station to find the bus to POP is full! This gal doesn't play around. Before I pull away she gets my attention- Not that she didn't have it before!!!. She, using well pronounced expletives, said that there was a Caribe Tour in 20 minutes and could we get there.

I said: Sure thing, it's a long haul but we can make it!!
And 30 seconds we were at Caribe Tours! (It is only 200 yards away!!!!:) ) She got her ticket and was happily smiling when I left. Me? I got two hugs and two kisses out of this, plus a lot of goodies for the Clan & Gang of 5....

Too short a visit, but really nice is that Miami Nice.....have to visit her in Miami!!!!

HB
 

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MommC

I'll definately be there if you'll have me. Enjoyed talking to both of you -- in fact, your husband was a veritable encyclopedia of everything having to do with diving. Fascinating stuff, too bad we only had a chance to skim through a chapter or two.

And what better way to keep learning than by eating some of the things he was talking about ;)

BTW, tell him I said hi!
 

MommC

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Will do OR........
All I really need to know for sure is when HB is coming (HB?? Dolores??) and how many will show up. Also how many will plan to stay overnight and whether an excursion on Sunday to Catalina Island would be of interest to anyone (or we could just have a pool party here at the condo!). Price for the excursion is $60US per person and I could post the phone # for Marena Beach Resort so those planning to overnight can call for a reservation. They have special rates for Dominicans and I believe it's $40US pp , all inclusive for tourists (people working in the DR also recieve a special rate but you'll need to call the hotel for details.
Start letting me know folks and I'll get on it after golf tomorrow!
 

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BTW...if everyone would prefer I could do a "MommC" feast at our place however table space is limited to about 25-30! It'd be a BYOB (bring your own booze) - I saw how much some of you guzzle!!!
Otherwise the Indian Feast with entertainment will be about RD$250 per person with two drinks included.....:)
 

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Of course we will be there, and this time I promise to be bettter company. :bunny:


Thank You
Mrs. Timex
 

Robert

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Does this mean we are having a party as MommC's place this Saturday? Me, Cleef, Hillbilly, Dolores and family are out at Guavaberry so I'm assuming that's what's happening?
 

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I can't be there this Saturday. But you guys have fun. I have to entertain my Mom and 2 of my Aunts from EE.UU. My Moms first time ever leaving USA so this will be a real experience for her. Boca Chica the first 2 days then she will meet my life here in the Zone. Hope she can handle it!
 

MommC

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That's the gist of it Rob.....

Now all we need to decide is what kind of party!!
Do we do a MommC Feast or an Indian Feast with entertainment?
I don't care either way but remember I'll be on the golf course after so it'll be hor'd'eurvres (how the heck to you spell that anyway???) until the main courses cook. I've a pierna de cerdo in the freezer and I might be able to scare up some chillo or cohinoa. Pasta and salads on the side and if I get real ambitious a chocolate cake for desert. I'll need an RSVP so I know how many to prepare for........or how many to book food for if it's the Indian Feast and I'll need to know by WED. PM.
I'll post the phone # for Marena tomorrow after I get home from golfing.
So far Timex and Mrs. T and Own Rules are definites. As is HB & son and Cleef, you, Dolores (plus how many family??). Me, PoppaTony, our Canadian couple who you'll meet at Guavaberry. BeckyRed11 and Jojocho & "other Half" will probably show also if I can get a hold of them (in case they don't read this). That's 15 + and counting.........
So decide quick gang.......I gotta go stock up if the feast is at my place!!!