Wow….
Wow….[sigh]
This morning I was reviewing the many pictures that were taken at SOBCon (check out Vernon -the Idea Dude - and Phil’s slide shows, and Tim, Jonathan and Sean’s posted pics), and I was overwhelmed by the pure joy coming from the faces I saw. It really was more than a conference – it was the life changing experience I had hoped for.I sat back and finally let out the emotion that I had so successfully held in check over the weekend so I could accomplish my “MC” duties without cracking up. It was good – better than good. It was great. What I felt in those rooms over those two days I will never forget.
I can say this unabashedly – it was one of the best 48hr periods of my 47 year life.
So, will there be another one? Are you kidding? YES!!!!!
My best way to express my gratitude to all of you who shared this experience, or supported us even though they couldn’t come, and especially Chris, Lisa, Liz, Mike, and Phil, is to repeat the re-written words of Bernie Taupin that I presented (in tune, I hope) to SOBCon on Saturday:
And you can tell everybody
This was your show
It may have been quite simple but
Now that it’s done
I hope you don’t mind
I hope you don’t mind
That I put down in words…..
How wonderful life is
Now that you’re in my world
I also tip my hat to those bloggers who tirelessly documented the proceedings- here are a few by Easton, Jason, and Jessie (thanks again for my card design my friend!) that will give you an “I’m there” perspective, and pump you up for next year.
SOBCon08 – are you in???
Now back to reality………..have a wonderful week everyone!
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Terry, you rock my socks off
The event was great and it was awesome meeting so many like minded people, some of which I’ve known online for years without ever meeting in person.
I’m totally in for SOBCon 2008.
I’ll be posting more pictures as the days progress. I’m still decompressing… but don’t worry, I’ll be making you famous on my site soon enough… yeah, I got pictures of you too Mr Singing and Dancing guy
I am sooooo in for SOBCon08 …. It truly was one of the best conferences I have ever attended. Now I’m off to see more of those pictures you linked to.
Sean Rox! (I just love that name). So great to meet you. Oh about those dancing pictures……
Connie, I’m sooooo glad you are in!
Terry, I’ll never hear that song again without thinking of you. You did Bernie justice.
And like Sean, I’m totally in for SOBCon 08 too. Let me know if I can help…I’d love to contribute.
Terry, you were the perfect MC – couldn’t have been better.
Let’s Make it Great in 08!
Kent
Terry,
Right back at you babe! (Mebbe at ‘08 you can sing “I’ve got you Babe” heh…)
The conference totally rocked. And, I’m very hard to please (as you know, I’m a bit of brat – and I’ve been to what seems like a gazillion conferences.) The power of both soul and brain in that gathering! Wow!
See you in ‘08 if not before…and y’all should consider New Mexico for the next gathering – or a spinoff regional meeting? SOBCON Southwest?
SOBCon08? of course i’m in!
I had a lot of fun this week-end, was great meeting you Terry “Jay” Starbucker hehe
Thanks Tammy, Kent, Mary and Jonathan!
Tammy, glad to hear I shouldn’t get an angry letter from Bernie Taupin.
Glad you are “in” for next year – stay tuned
Kent, glad you are in too, and thanks for the kind words.
Mary, here ya go – “They say we’re young and we don’t know
And you, a brat? 
Your endorsement means quite a lot, thanks.
We won’t find out until we grow
Well I don’t know if all that’s true
‘Cause you got me, and baby I got you”…….
How was that?
Jonathan, glad you are in too, and the “J” actually stands for Joel – Terry Joel Starbucker. Nice ring to it, eh?
Dude Terry, you are an awesome guy. I’m honored to be part of YOUR party.
And heck, you can sing Starbucker. You da man!
See you soon
Terry, it was great to meet and get yo know you a little better at SOBCon! Thanks for the effort you and the guiding team put into the event — it was great!
Can’t wait for SOBCon08!
Terry – You did a great job. Better than great. And I’m telling you: you sang in-tune, I know Christine Kane would agree.
I’ll be there for SOBCon08…count me in…
Thanks Phil, Mike and Ben!
Phil, no, you are DA man!
Mike, let’s be sure to hook up next time I’m in Milwaukee.
Ben, to know that I was in tune gives me great comfort….and thanks for the kind words (PS, hope you had a great birthday!)
All the best to you all!