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RicoFest Recap

Adam Freedman · Oct 16, 2010 at 8:41am

I'm happy to report that the NYC Rico Soiree was a blast. Intrepid member (and owner of one very large camera) PJS has snapped some pictures and promises to have them available soon. PJS, let us know when they're ready to share!

Many thanks to Matthew Lawrence (the Member formerly known as Red & Black Redneck) for getting the ball rolling. Turns out that the whole "redneck" thing is highly ironic. In fact, if you asked Central Casting for a real Southern Gentleman, they could not possibly do better than Matthew. Member Michael Labeit was the Northern Gentleman of the evening: friendly, polite, and an engaging conversationalist.

Our very own Emily Esfahani Smith organized the whole thing and made certain that glasses were always at least half full. Bill McGurn recounted tales from his days in Hong Kong, provided some essential parenting tips, and generally proved to be a great drinking buddy. Ursula and I conspired to overthrow the Silent Cal management (shhh, don't tell Rob), and Tommy de Seno did Kenneth proud by continuing the debate started here.

So where's the next RicoFest?

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ParisParamus

Please do it again in NYC; I only finished by Turbotax festival at 11:10pm ;-(

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Denise Moss

Please make it Los Angeles. How about election night?

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Oct 16, 2010 at 9:03am ·
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Jason Hart

I vote Hilliard, Ohio, but would be willing to range as far afield as the eastern edge of Columbus :)

...Ok, I'd happily drive to Cincinnati, but that's no more realistic and doesn't make for as funny of a joke!

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Oct 16, 2010 at 9:26am ·
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Ursula Hennessey

Great summary, Adam. We may not have had the numbers of the West Coast shindig, but we sure had plenty of that Ricochet spirit of fun, civility, generosity, and smarts. We must also thank Emily's family -- particularly her patient 12-year-old brother! -- Bill's friend Mark, and Formerly Known As Redneck's wife, Esther, for supporting our "event."

I hope PJS emails me her photos when she has a chance so I can send them on to you, Adam, to attach to this post. (No rush, PJS! And thanks again for the ride home -- to my door! Just another example of Ricochet member kindness.)

Oh, and Adam? Look under the rock near the stone wall at that place we mentioned for a special little package that will get our "plan" rolling. I think Halloween might be a good night to kick things off. What think you?

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Samwise Gamgee

St. Louis! Meet me in the middle. It's the only place we can truly be safe from any unexpected tidal waves.

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PJS

I thought we might have a BBQ at my house next summer. Pool and big deck, bring your friends and family. Anyone interested? Busy day today, but I do have the pix downloaded. I'll get the Flickr link up by tonight.

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Adam Freedman

Ursula Hennessey: Oh, and Adam? Look under the rock near the stone wall at that place we mentioned for a special little package that will get our "plan" rolling. I think Halloween might be a good night to kick things off. What think you? · _{Oct 16 at 9:26am}

Ursula, how many times do I have to tell you: use the secret code. Ahem. Let's order the salad. I hear the dressing is delicious.

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Okay, I lied. It took less than half an hour.

Pix here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/75694635@N00/sets/72157625051458931/

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Diane Ellis, Ed.

Thanks for the pictures, PJS! It looks like it was a classy event.

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Michael Labeit

Yes, I give Emily's brother credit as well for coping with us.

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EJHill

I thought we said Cleveland in February....

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Minneapolis. I promise to bring a sober perspective to the event...

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Dave Molinari

People's Republic of Portland, Oregon, though I may wind up being alone.

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Emily Esfahani Smith, Ed.

I had a blast! It was so nice meeting our little Ricochet family in the flesh!

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Grant Casteel

Samwise Gamgee: St. Louis! Meet me in the middle. It's the only place we can truly be safe from any unexpected tidal waves. · _{Oct 16 at 10:09am}

I agree.

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Frozen Chosen: Minneapolis. I promise to bring a sober perspective to the event... · _{Oct 16 at 12:57pm}

I have to clear Customs, but I could make it. Perhaps the Embassy could host. Shall I ask?

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Karen

I suggest somewhere in the Baltimore/DC area. Martinis at Hotel Sofitel maybe?

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Kenneth

Frozen Chosen: Minneapolis. I promise to bring a sober perspective to the event... · _{Oct 16 at 12:57pm}

Sober perspectives are not appreciated at the RicoSoiree, buster.

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Patrick Shanahan

For cryin' out loud Frozen, we'll never get 'em up here with that kind of attitude.

Minneapolis. January. Ice fishing on Lake Minnetonka. I'll bring the stogies if someone anties up for the bourbon. (Hint - ice fishing is not really about the fish)

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Adam Freedman

Karen: I suggest somewhere in the Baltimore/DC area. Martinis at Hotel Sofitel maybe? · _{Oct 16 at 3:54pm}

DC -- I like that! Take Ricochet behind enemy lines!

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