Wow. The Reno Conference was terrific. I met Susan Elizabeth Phillips, briefly, at the Literacy Signing ( a huge autographing party where all the proceeds go to literacy causes). She was spectacularily polite when I told her I'm starting a readers group at a local library and AIN'T SHE SWEET is our first read. I also met Patti Berg, a lovely lady; Elizabeth Bevarly, who remembered me from some e-mails we had exchanged a few years ago and took time to encourage me (made my conference, really); and I saw Lori Wilde again, who continues to share her insights and encouragements. Thank you ladies. Of course, I must also mention Jodi Thomas, a dear friend who offers support whenever I need it.
While the hotel was a bit smokey (What can one expect from a casino?), the service was the best we've ever had, and I can't recall a single elevator incident. Even checking in on Wednesday afternoon was smooth with a wait of no longer than five, if that, minutes. The workshops were interesting, the speeches inspriring, and the RITA/GH Gala awesome.
And I only lost $20 gambling. I have no luck. Not bad, not good. None. I really think I could get a job as a cooler (if you can remember that movie).
More later as the bags still need unpacking.
Happy winding down of summer,
--Gabi
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