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I may have wrangled a way to go to Echo. The hubby says I can ditch the wedding and we have the funds. Caregiving can be delegated away for that weekend so I can go guilt free...
EXCEPT for one little thing.
My 4 year old. My Sister-in-law is volunteering to watch him for not just the weekend but for an entire WEEK! YAY!!! The problem is that she's a raving b*itch. There was a dramatic falling out about a year and a half ago and I've stuck to my principles so far and stayed away from her... but now there's Echo. Obviously my hubby has said something to her. She has been appropriately apologetic and humble so maybe it's time to let it go. She did a really BAD thing tho... and I have a tendancy to hold a grudge.
Should I say screw it and forget my issues with her or should I stay home?
Not knowing the details of the situation, my initial reaction is to say, let the past be the past and go enjoy yourself. Generally, I'm a forgive and forget kind of person, and, of course, we all really want you to come. So, I hope it is one of those situations where maybe time and major apologies can heal the wounds.
That said, having been through a rather dramatic family falling out where I didn't speak to my brother for almost two years, and only recently have begun to do so on a VERY cautionary basis, I can understand that not all situations are forgiveable (and even fewer are forgetable).
For what it's worth, I think the fact that she was apologetic and humble does mean something. My brother has said that he wants to "explain" his behavior because he realizes it was a mistake (although he has not even done that so far), but he doesn't seem to have any interest in actually apologizing for it (and believe me, he owes someone a BIG apology).
In the end, I think it comes down to whether you are still upset enough about whatever happened that you are willing to give up going.
Post by chefchick on Sept 20, 2007 14:22:47 GMT -5
I pretty much agree with the Log Lady. It's hard to answer without knowing the specifics of your situation. I was never one to hold a grudge. I don't have it in me. It takes way too much energy to stay pissed at someone. Maybe that's the good twin/evil twin thing.
For my own selfish reasons (meeting my evil twin), I'm gonna say fuck it, don't let her ruin your fun. If you miss out on this festie because of something she did wrong, doesn't she win? Show her you're the better person, move on, come to echo and have a blast.
Post by oatmealschnappz on Sept 20, 2007 14:46:59 GMT -5
chefchick said:
If you miss out on this festie because of something she did wrong, doesn't she win?
That's what I was thinking. Obviously I don't know what caused the rift in the first place but, look at this as an opportunity to give her 'one last chance' and have on hell of an end-of-summer party at the same time.
If you miss out on this festie because of something she did wrong, doesn't she win?
That's what I was thinking. Obviously I don't know what caused the rift in the first place but, look at this as an opportunity to give her 'one last chance' and have on hell of an end-of-summer party at the same time.
My fingers are crossed!
Alright, this argument did it. I will suck it up. Now to convince hubby to drive monkey there...
it's in the works... aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Louis XIV? Why, Echo? That band makes me want to vomit a little bit...like actually a lot. Whatever, at least this means there may be a few more bands to come. Just please let it be MMJ or the Hold Steady, or anything to make up for the addition of Louis XIV. Sorry if anyone here likes them.....but...yuck.
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Post by wellbalancedmusic on Sept 20, 2007 16:28:22 GMT -5
shot's with alyroo too??? The fun just keeps growing. For what it is worth. My brother and I had a falling out 10 Years ago. Both out faults. I tried to make peace, he did'nt want it. If your sister truely wants to make peace give it a go. My Brother has missed out on alot because he doesn't want to let go. I have moved on but it still hurts from time to time.
this is my sister-in-law. I've known my hubby since I'm 16 so in turn I've known her for that long. She's ALWAYS gotton on my nerves. It's been a big deal in the family and everyone knows that I'm the one who was slighted but I also accepted her apology. I guess this is where I have to be the bigger person... again.
But really, it's for Phil. I can do it for him, he'd want it that way and the boys from Umphrey's are a forgiving bunch... and Disco Biscuits wouldn't hold a grudge... and moe. certainly wouldn't want me to be a martyr... so...
for the sake of everyone involved, I shall make the sacrifice and dump my crazy child on my sister-in-law and GET MY GROOVE ON! ha!
So umm... where's the Echo equivilent of the Manchester Wal-mart? and Are we still using the corncat yell? and should we start a phone tree? and who's got a flag?
It's only 3 weeks people, let's get this show going!
Post by oatmealschnappz on Sept 20, 2007 20:59:00 GMT -5
alyroo said:
So umm... where's the Echo equivilent of the Manchester Wal-mart?
We were thinking the exact same thing. I'll look it up and get back to you. A Thursday afternoon meet-up at a Wal-Mart that has no idea what they are in for sounds great to me!
Post by oatmealschnappz on Sept 20, 2007 21:01:24 GMT -5
oatmealschnappz said:
alyroo said:
So umm... where's the Echo equivilent of the Manchester Wal-mart?
We were thinking the exact same thing. I'll look it up and get back to you. A Thursday afternoon meet-up at a Wal-Mart that has no idea what they are in for sounds great to me!
If nothing else, there's a Wal-Mart really close to our apartment. It's about 30 minutes from the site but, in a pinch, it could work.
Post by oatmealschnappz on Sept 20, 2007 21:11:51 GMT -5
The closest Wal-Mart to the site (15 miles away)is in College Park, which can be kinda sketchy in places. It's located right off of the interstate(surprise!), so it should be cool. Any ideas or suggestions?
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