Post #224616 by Karbora on Sun, Apr 2, 2006 10:00 PM

I am not sure what had me slowed down the most post event.....the untimely “springing forward” of the clocks, the delectable free flowing rum punches during the nights events or those somewhat atomic Cuban cigars at nights end. In any case such are the consequences of having too much fun!! Totally worth it to have my house feel like such a home with all the Orlando tikiphiles in it. What a fantastic group of local TCers we have in our midst. Such a unique group of people all with a great zest for living......not to mention some of the best senses of humor around. And I sure do love to laugh :) It is a good place and a good time for all things tiki.

Thanks to all of you for your generous contributions in making the gathering a success.....the food and drink were as good as it gets.....especially the Poke compliments of Kono and Ambrosia in cool retro aquamarine tableware no less from Tiki Bree. The swap meet goods for trade far exceeded my expectations and original vision. You guys have some good stuff!! I think next year we can expand upon the concept a little....we may even progress to setting up booths out by the Nauga Hydeaway so that it is easier for everyone to participate. We will have to see how it evolves. Thanks to all of you as well for participating in the contests.......congratulations to winners Marian and Sandra!

Thanks to all the wahines for once again setting the bar with tiki attire, you made the event so festive. Thanks to KG and Marian for bringing their one of a kind vinyl collection for our listening pleasure. Thanks to GatorRob and Trisha for their recipes and for mixing up some of the best punches I have ever had and thanks to Dan and Tristan for getting things started out in Eurora Cove and keeping them going. JonPez kept us scurvy free by hooking us up with homegrown citrus and showing us how to drink shots of fine rum from the rinds of said citrus. I think we have a new tradition:-)

Sounds like we have some planned events in the coming months and I can’t wait to see you all next time. Long live tiki..........

Karbora