Post #107661 by Mrs. B on Tue, Aug 10, 2004 10:46 PM

On 2004-08-10 21:13, Atomicchick wrote:
And I really think me having an attitude and someone that needs people like TCers to stay in business having an attitude towards TCers are two completely different things. I have referred dozens of people to the CT and for someone to be dismissive seems as if they don't need the business.

Please forgive me, and all due respect to Hanford, but this "business" is not all about Tiki Central. I'm positive Casey appeciates the weekend, but it is not his goldmine. The feeling I get from most of the posters here is it's "our event." No, it's not. The event is a production of Tiki News and sponsers. Tiki Oasis is a larger event then you realize. You have the opportunity here to book your room in advance before they open it up to a much larger, unforseen audience than you can imagine. 2 years ago, I had the pleasure of chatting with the CFO of the Modern Museum of Art - Los Angeles at our booth. When he handed me his card, we both smirked...he knew how big he was, and so did I...and he purchased a few art pieces. Very cool. We've also had a very popular cartoon illustrator visit our shop....he's a "lurker" here. My point being, this is a bigger event than just this web-site and or people who actually post here. This site, thanks to Hanford, has boosted a lot of interest, but, (again, with all due respect to Mr. H) is not the core of the universe with aspects to all of us involed in this business.
So, with all that said, I'm probably in a lot of trouble, although I didn't do any "name calling." But this event is important to both Ben and I. It's an extremely fun weekend and people "behind the scenes" try to make this an outrageous event to be remembered. And, remembering "parts" is all part of it!
Tiki Oasis V will be a blast. There is no other choice. Let's get back to the booking!

PS We're in!