From: Joan (dlvdisc@geekbabe.com)
Date: Thu May 31 2007 - 08:40:19 CDT
>Activity suggestions:
>We might have a second theater night
I would like that. Are your referring to production shows or motion
pictures?
>I know DLV works on volunters to make it work. I feel that several
>do it for ego boost and wear it like a badge along with their
>attitude.
I don't know about that. Volunteering and putting something together
isn't easy. I am a volunteer and member of a local business
association. I don't do it to boost my ego. But it does boost my
confidence and self esteem knowing that I did something good for
others. There's no feeling like it in the world.
>enjoyed meeting with Significant Others for lunch: a nice group of
>women.
>Would wonder if SOs would have any interest in a more formal
>discussion/presentation on coping with cross-dressing partners,
>how to be more positive, discussion of what has helped in the
>past, etc. OR is this week too much of a "vacation" atmosphere
>with no "SPICE"-like learning agenda or interest.
I don't have an SO. But I really would caution against come kind of
"heavy" workshops. We're a vacation, not a convention.
>Night of the Soiled Doves has run its course and it's time to
>find something to replace it with.
I like night of the Soiled Doves. I would like to see more limo options,
and a return to the poolside buffet dinners of yesteryear.
>Limo Tour should be tightened up a bit to make more, shorter
>stops. Would skip Fremont St., spend more time on the Strip.
I would skip Fremont Street, and have more time at each stop on the Strip.
>food/drinks pricey @suades, blue ox very reasonable
I would agree.
>Likes the wednesday dining out in the smaller places.
I did too.
>alternative bar crawl walk the fruit loop forget the driving
>around.
Don't drink and drive.
>Maybe a published spreadsheet of who and where they are going to
>might help others in planning the days they are going to attend.
>If that doesen't make anyone uncomfortable.
It's a thought. But then again people change plans in midstream. DLV is
about having fun, not trying to bind ourselves.
>Start things on TIME. It's my understanding that the art tour was
>over an HOUR late is starting versus the printed start time. NSD
>was so late in starting that it ran into rush hour traffic when
>that could have been avoided had it started on time.
I think there is always room for improvement in that area. Let's on timing
and logistics more. Learn from our past experiences.
>The 'ballroom dance' is very misleading - learning The Hustle
>is pure disco and very outdated. 'Dance Instruction' with the
>specific dance(s) planned would be better.
I know someone who I think can help us. Feel free to email me about it off
list.
>How about going to a real live runway type fashion show. Certainly
>the malls sponsor these on occasion. Back home here they have
>"trunk shows" and "luncheon shows" every so ofte. Can you look
>into this please.
I believe the Fashion Show Mall has runway shows several days a week.
>Keep up the good work!!!!!
Thank you!!!!!
>I'D like to see the Secret Garden or the Shark Reef...added to
>next year's schedule.
Volunteers?
>For those that always asks for convention type activities or those
>that need basic necessities, ie "How to do hair, or nails, or
>make-up, dress, etc ..." Try and get venues like Glamour Boutique,
>Studio Lites, and Harmony Spa together and create a whole or
>separate packages to get a newbie or more experienced dressed
>properly with a overall price and pay-before type signup.
I'm considering these things. Keep the ideas coming. Bear in mind that
it is often hard to get people to prepay. I'll work with my contacts on
that.
>Coordinate this with newbies and the Big Sister Program and
>safe-track events. It would benefit the local venues by giving
>them business, and help the newbies really get started, without
>any 'convention' added to DLV. The participants must pay in
>advance and no refunds to keep the venues from losing money...and
>makes the newbie having to commit or be serious about it and to
>pay the cost to get it done right the first time.
Let's be careful about that. People often do change their minds, and
money issues are a great way to ruin business relationships or
friendships.
>I felt the choices of evening shows were to price and I wish that
>there had been one or two more reasonably priced options. i.e.
>maybe "The Producers" would have been a good choice. Last year I
>loved the "Kinsey Sicks", and sadly they were not available this
>year.
I'm working on "A Wynn-ing Experience". this is projected to be a
complete evening of great entertainment and dining at Wynn Las Vegas.
Dinner at the Buffet at Wynn, and then Spamalot the show. Dinner is
$33.95+ tax and tip. Spamalot tickets range from $49 to $99. Unisex
restrooms available next to the box office.
>How about a social "game night" somewhere so folks could play
>games and talk in a non-casino, non-gambling environment? Hard
>to get to know people in the casino environment.
I know someone who could probably help. I'll have to talk to him about
it.
>Keep up the good work. It is not easy to please a 'herd of cats'
>but you are doing a good job.
Thank you again!
>It is improtant to have the dialog regrading all of the various
>events even if it seems laborious and petty sometimes.
Absolutely. Great discussion and polite argument make better people.
>There needs to be a couple of new events to be intorduced to keep
>the event 'fresh'. I'm thinking aout what that may be and will
>let you know as I think about suggestions.
Tell us please, and VOLUNTEER! Be not only thinkers, but doers.
>Thanks much.
You're welcome.
>I suggest an activity where the girls ride the roller coaster.
The Manhattan Express at New York New York, the Canyon Blaster at Circus
Circus, Speed, the ride at the Sahara, or the Desperado at Primm. Why
not the Big Shot at the Straosphere. What's to be afraid of. But I
don't have good answer on whether hairpieces would survive the trip.
p.s. I'm afraid of heights, maybe I'll come along and watch. Again,
Volunteers?
>You should include First Event, which I have attended.
How would we do that?
>One more show might be nice, but then shows cut into the time for
>other things!
One more show probably would be nice. Would it cut into other things? I
think it would simply be another option. The choice is yours. Again,
Volunteers? (sigh)
>I really don't know how to gamble which might be a good thing,
>but we might plan an activity on how to do some of the simpler
>activities?
Please clarify, and Volunteer!
>have a main hotel as a staging point the st tropez would be great.
Staging for what?
>more sit down resterants
I considered the Prime Rib Loft dinner to be a resounding success. Need
information about great restaurants? Feel free to email me on or off
list.
And please volunteer and put a dinner together. There's plenty of room.
I can give guidance in that matter.
>This was the first year that it seems difficult to see and meet
>everyone. Perhaps venues that can accommdate more people at the
>same time.
What kinds of activites are you considering that offer service for
groups of 100 or more?
We've considered that through the years. I have a friend who has a large
ballroom. We can plan something there. However I don't want to see us
go to the "rubber chicken banquet" scene. By the way I cant take credit
for the quote.
>Would like to see more nighttime activities in mainstream (i.e.
>Strip) locations.
Like what? And VOLUNTEER!!!!
>many of the doves disappeared and did not participate in the
>parlor activities. The parlor could have been used more for
>social conversation only.
Perhaps it's time to return to poolside dinners.
>there is a great buffet at Palace Station Casino for $7 that is
>near Sahara.. it has to be good..all the cabies go there
It has been rmodeled with an improved menu. If you go during lunch hour
I know a really good server there. She would take very good care of us.
>My time at DLV was very limited and I look forward to next year
>when I can spend much more time. Thanks to all who attended and
>helped organize. Thanks to all who are so open to talk and share
>their time.
Do come back and join us again.
>My only comment is even my wife enjoyed DLV. (not sure she
>expected to)
Good for you and her, please come back, both of you.
>This was the most inclusive, friendly group of people I have ever
>been around. Given my experience level, I was a bit apprehensive
>but from the pre-DLV dinner at Greek Isles through to the retro
>bash, the group was wonderful to be with. I can't wait to get
>back and do it again!
We look forward to seeing you again,
>I believe the DLV should be just a bit more structured, but
>overall I had no real problems - just minor 'disturbances' as
>outlined above.
Structured? What do you mean?
>I enjoyed meeting other GG's and CD's, and found everyone to be
>very pleasant. We learned from each other, and it was all very
>constructive and positive.
Thank you.
>I'm looking forward to next year's DLV!
Do come back, and Volunteer!
>One thing that can be done, cut down on the amount of bottles in
>each Limo, it's not a drunk fest, getting in and out of the limo's
>is tricky enough.
Agreed, and lets have soft drinks for those of us who do not consume
alcohol. Better yet, bring $7 and have some really great hot chocolate
at the Drugstore gift shop at Wynn.
>My mother lives in the area and we were both invited and welcomed
>at places we attended. Thank you for having us and we both look
>forward to seeing all of the ladies next year. My mother being a
>product of the 50's we so impressed with all of the ladies and
>enjoyed the education and felt that it made her ideas of people
>more expanded.
Come visit us again.
>I had a wonderful time, and enjoyed meeting with new people. I
>missed some of the regulars that couldn't make it this year, so
>it gave me the chance to meet some new participants. I like the
>freedom of the schedule that allows you to pick and choose the
>activities and that there is no registration fee.
Thank you. remember DLV is a vacation, not a convention.
>This is my third Diva. First, I tried to do to much and signed up
>for much more than this old body could handle! Sincerly sorry.
>Also, past years I hung around with those I knew who weren't able
>to make it. This allowed me to get to know others and found it
>very rewarding and gained some great friends!
It's OK, just have a good time. this is supposed to be fun, not hard
work.
>I realize that I'm stuck in a rut, doing the same things each year.
>I need to try a new restaurant on Weds, try the Pitty Party on
>Thurs and do different thigns. Thanks again for the best girl time
>you can ever think of!
I agree, and VOLUNTEER!!!!
>In my experience the dlv attendees were to clicky. It was nice to
>be with the people that I already knew. But I didn't make many new
>friends and I usually don't have that problem. Maybe next year.
>As someone who lives in Vegas, It's nice to see so many girls in
>town that week. Although this was my first year registering for
>dlv, I did make a few good friends last year with attendees.
It is true that DLV tends to be clicky. That s normal. People generally
want to spend time with old friends. But as we grow, I'm sure the ice
will break more easily.
Why not volunteer to put on an event. I put on a dinner and everyone there
was people that I didn't know before. It works.
>Dinner at Elvis' on Saturday night: They didn't plan to handle
>such a large group. Should consider another location for next year.
I agree. Any volunteers. I can try to help with restaurant suggestions.
Need your comments on this. Look for places that have a track record for
great food and service, especially for large groups. A large group
should be a motivator for exceptional food and service. Do you want a
loud party or a conversational dinner. Do we have to have only one
farewell event?
I wasn't too happy with Elvis. the only thing that saved my night was
having two friends show up out of the blue and I ate dinner with them.
Music was too loud. Elvis is a place I would wear a tshirt and blue
jeans and no makeup, but not for a dress up event. But even then there
are many other places I would go in a tshirt and jeans and no makeup
(and PUMPS). Their food is OK on off nights, but for great Italian
food, I like Arriva at the Gold Coast, Sazio at the Orleans, or Chicago
Joes downtown(very small venue, limited parking).
btw in the Elvis group picture im the one in the red top, and the black
skirt, and the red peep toe sandals.
Now a suggestion of my own. Could we have an award for who wears the
cutest shoes. I think I would win hands, or is it feet, down.
Sincerely, Joan here in Las Vegas, sun coming up, and not yet hot.
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