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Old 12-28-2004   #1
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This will be the first major convention I have missed since 1996. While I will miss not seeing some of my friends, I am extremely happy that I am not going!!

Free at last.....

Hopefully the Oprano roving reporter will be active so we can catch all the pictures.
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Well I hope you will be in Florida atleast next year Mike. I owe you a drink.
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I kinda wish I wasn't going - or at least was just going for about 1/2 the time :P

I'll miss you guys!!!!
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This will be the first major convention I have missed since 1996. While I will miss not seeing some of my friends, I am extremely happy that I am not going!!

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Well shit

Billy isnt going either.. i need to find me a couple of str8 guys to grope now as replacements

See you in Phoenix hopefully though
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I'm going Tuesday afternoon and leaving Thursday morning as of the moment. And that would be too long if I hadn't gotten some meetings situated already.
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Billy isnt going either.. i need to find me a couple of str8 guys to grope now as replacements

See you in Phoenix hopefully though

:-) Lee we will miss ya'll, I know Billy certainly will.

You guys will have to come visit us in New Orleans soon!!
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Sounds like a lot of people really aren't wanting to go - or just aren't feeling the *need* to go to the Vegas show this year. What happened? It used to be the show to see/be seen of the year...

I love Vegas - well, just Las Vegas... I would be happy just going for shits & giggles - we try to get there a couple times each year.

But it's odd... a lot of people I have spoken to aren't attending, not having a booth (we aren't) or are just sending sales reps - or are maybe just flying in for a day or two. Must just be Vegas and not the industry shows as a whole because those not attending are all saying "see you in Phoenix" or "see you in San Diego" - I think this will be a pivotal show for Internext in many ways.

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Sounds like a lot of people really aren't wanting to go - or just aren't feeling the *need* to go to the Vegas show this year. What happened? It used to be the show to see/be seen of the year...

I love Vegas - well, just Las Vegas... I would be happy just going for shits & giggles - we try to get there a couple times each year.

But it's odd... a lot of people I have spoken to aren't attending, not having a booth (we aren't) or are just sending sales reps - or are maybe just flying in for a day or two. Must just be Vegas and not the industry shows as a whole because those not attending are all saying "see you in Phoenix" or "see you in San Diego" - I think this will be a pivotal show for Internext in many ways.

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I cannot speak for others, but I doubt I will be going to any adult conventions.

I am retired from the biz.

I might possibly make the Florida show, to catch up with friends, but that is a quick drive for me.

I am going to the the Inc. 500 conference in March in Arizona.
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Hahaha...

He says the same about you Mike
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He says the same about you Mike

Only when I wear my chaps.

Billy loves the Decedance Festival....

I have always said the best clubs in New Orleans are the gay ones.
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Won't be the same without you, Mike. Seriously, your presence will be missed.
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Thanks Drav, I think your the first person to say this.

I am not sure if porn people will miss my presence, but I am certain the strippers in Vegas surely will!

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Good for you Mike. I mean that.
I have purposely skipped the last two Internext shows in Florida.

Seems it's the weather that dictates my presence at a show lately. Why would I leave a perfectly gorgeous Montreal August to go to hot and humid Florida?

The January show however, I like to stay an extra day and golf.

Oh, I am looking for a 4th for Friday afternoon. Anyone?
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Mike I will miss you too, I was looking forward t o many more conversations with you... but alas, I wish you well of course in your endeavors . and hope that we have a chance to cross paths again someday .
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Mike I will miss you too, I was looking forward t o many more conversations with you... but alas, I wish you well of course in your endeavors . and hope that we have a chance to cross paths again someday .
Joe, you are a friend. I am only a phone call away for friends.

You have family in my neck of the woods, now you have another reason to visit them!
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OMG Mike I was just thinking about you too when I saw this thread. I was chatting with Gonzo about if he was going to Vegas and I was thinking you would be there as well, but I guess not....BUT I am happy for you!!! Wish I wasn't going LOL

Kath, I think you are right, well at least I feel like that anyway. I am soooo dreading going, how sad is that? LOL I am just so burned out of the shows. I like to see my clients, etc and of course hope to gain some news one, but the whole scene just gets old after awhile. I have been going since Adult Dex in '97 so I have had my share I think LOL

Mike, I didn't realize you actually retired from the biz though? WOW! Good luck with your new endeavors
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Good for you Mike. I mean that.
I have purposely skipped the last two Internext shows in Florida.

Seems it's the weather that dictates my presence at a show lately. Why would I leave a perfectly gorgeous Montreal August to go to hot and humid Florida?

The January show however, I like to stay an extra day and golf.

Oh, I am looking for a 4th for Friday afternoon. Anyone?
Shit,

I might be able to fill in that 4th position Bro!

I'll get back to you on it during the show.

Awwww fuck it, I'm there! What time? I have to help a friend out a bit, but I'm sure once they find out it's golf will let me slide.
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MikeAI -

Congrats on being retired from the industry! I'm not going to Internext due to my wife being 5 months pregnant, but I'm glad. While I will miss seeing old friends and certainly miss meeting with clients, I don't think it's necessary anymore. I do more biz on the phone now than ever before. If a deal calls for me meeting the client face to face, I am only a plane ride away!

With that said, I wish I could retire from the industry and focus solely on our mainstream business! Anyone want to buy and adult design company? j/k! wait.. no I'm not. Or am I? Seriously, any offers? hahah!

See you when you get back to Tampa Mike! Maybe when you get back to TAMPA we can do some BUSINESS ? lol
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Congrats on being retired from the industry! I'm not going to Internext due to my wife being 5 months pregnant, but I'm glad. While I will miss seeing old friends and certainly miss meeting with clients, I don't think it's necessary anymore. I do more biz on the phone now than ever before. If a deal calls for me meeting the client face to face, I am only a plane ride away!

With that said, I wish I could retire from the industry and focus solely on our mainstream business! Anyone want to buy and adult design company? j/k! wait.. no I'm not. Or am I? Seriously, any offers? hahah!

See you when you get back to Tampa Mike! Maybe when you get back to TAMPA we can do some BUSINESS ? lol

Sharky I am definately ready to get back to work, I have big plans for the mainstream world!

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I understand that you were one of the best guys in the business from my partners.
I am sad I have not attended any shows to actually meet you face to face.
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Congrats to you and the mrs on the new baby

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Sharky I am definately ready to get back to work, I have big plans for the mainstream world!

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Sharky, Electra and I are both disappointed as well that you are not coming. Best to Crystal!!
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I'm going to also sit this one out, I've got so much going on the first 3 months of the new year already. Mike, I'll be down your way the 5-6th of FEB. Going tuna fishing out of venice on the 6th...........WOHOO Then I'll visiting a friend(fishing capt)in St. Bernard, La also later in FEB. I would love to get together with you if your in that area then.

I am looking forward to seeing and reading about what happens in vegas, everyone going have fun, be safe and dont throw in chairs..........
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Anybody going to miss me ????
Other then Lee : )

I am always in New Orleans looking for a night of drinking !!
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I am always in New Orleans looking for a night of drinking !!
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We have 4 rooms booked but we may not make it either. I dont see it as appealing anymore. I have 4 major deals on the table that will completely change the dynamic of our operation, so we're stoked for January. Frankly if I get to Vegas it will be for a couple of days, and I'll be taking my golf clubs....Chris
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mmmmm golf.....

I loved playing that course that is a combo of famous holes...
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And Danny's not going either?? I'm going to be hug deficient.
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hmm I haven't been able to attend the Vegas show for the past 2 years.

I was looking forward to meet the people I have not met in person before.

I do agree that business is not depending on shows anymore. But it is always good to discuss business face to face.

I'm not looking forward to the 16 hrs. flight I must say. grrr.. no smoking on the plane !!!

Leeds I spoke to Ben btw !
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