Echoing Ravencroft's words and sentiments, I would also like to thank all of the agencies for coming together to provide the community with such a successful and meaningful event.
Of course, special thanks must go out to Andy whose vision helped make this event possible, and for turning fantasy into reality by allowing a few lucky Terbites, like myself (who never wins anything), the opportunity to partake in the pleasures of the Party Bus amidst members of the formidable Mirage Empire. Andy and his crew did a wonderful job in making us all feel welcome and comfortable.
A special shout out goes to Daley... whose commitment and perseverance to the cause helped in keeping all involved organized and on the same page. Akin to the famous drum beating energizer bunny, Daley's hard work, both before and during the evening, helped to ensure that the heart behind this motivational occasion beat smoothly, steadily, and true. I feel terrible for not getting you a drink after all that running around. Perhaps another time... while I convince you of the theoretical merits of how Shakespeare ties seamlessly into The Vampire Diaries...:fencing:
To the stunning ladies of the Mirage Empire who I met... Daniella (truly amazing smile), Lola (mesmerizing eyes; lost you at the end of the night, but I will find you again shortly), Phoebe (super duper sweetness; thank you for trusting me), Lexi (energy personified), Jessie (flair, charm, and personality-plus), Carmen (sex appeal personified that is always accompanied with an easy manner, smile, and laugh), and Adrianna (a quiet mischievousness that is so damn enticing)... thank you for your wonderful company, pleasant conversation, and an evening to always be remembered.
To a Mirage lady whom I did not meet... Teena (wow-factor off the charts that must be Dark Knight investigated for another day)... It still escapes all logic and rationale as to how I allowed myself to lose someone sitting less than six feet away from me. Ninja dust, perhaps, or I simply must have gone momentarily insane or something...
And finally, the incomparable Miss Jane Way... To borrow the words of the late, great Winston Churchill, she "is a riddle, wrapped in a mystery, inside an enigma; but perhaps there is a key." Kudos to the individual who is able to one day forge that key. You, young lady, are truly mega-awesome-to-the-ultimate-max!
After 3-hours of sleep, which nicely fed into an 8 am start, it's fair to say that it was definitely a challenging day. But one that I wholeheartedly recommend as an overwhelming repeat in the not-too-distant-future. An easy 10/10.
Wishing you all a happy weekend of shopping as well as a great kickoff to a memorable holiday season!
Cheers,
#11