Who ISN'T going to NEST?

[Sleepy Jean]

. peoples day! lol
i'm not going mainly due to lack of interest.
i could have made the time, i could have found the resources, and these days i'm not intimidated by anyone. i just lost the urge i once had for attending nest. i guess i just see it as the biggest "in crowd" thing to do. i'm just not interested in rubbing shoulders with those that have set themselves up as THE people in the tickling comunity.

steve

An excellent point. I've noticed both in the forums and the chatroom that there is a cadre of members who regard themselves as Alpha Dogs of the TMF. And I see you have indeed ruffled someone's feathers (I'm so surprised).
Intimidation? That's a harsh word. I don't think it's a case of intimidation.

 

[Goodieluver]

An excellent point. I've noticed both in the forums and the chatroom that there is a cadre of members who regard themselves as Alpha Dogs of the TMF. And I see you have indeed ruffled someone's feathers (I'm so surprised).
Intimidation? That's a harsh word. I don't think it's a case of intimidation.

Tends to happen on all Message boards

key point is just not carin

 

[Saeria]

i cans not go. Haha this past year NEST has been on my mind on regular occasion. One point in time i think "there's no way he'll let me go." Then "I'm finally freakin' free, that's the first big thing i'm doing" then i check my mailbox and it's all "Oh crap, all that money i saved up has to pay lawyers and past due bills." So.. woe is me, i cans not go. It's kinda better for that, however. I couldn't guarantee a few lers wouldn't come home with accidental footprints in their faces if i did attend. That's okay.. i'll find something else to do like.. uhm.. uhmm.. uhh.. play shrinky dinks, yeah... 🙁

 

[embomb]

This sucks!

My birthday is tomorrow and nest is tomorrow... I'd rather be there than where I am now! crap!

 

[RUNOFFSTAGE]

I'd LOVE to go, but Sweden is a bit too far away from Philadelphia :/
Then there's my mother, I mean, what would I tell her? Being 18 kind of sucks
right now ><
Next year I'm hoping to be able to come, or attend something in England, if they
can hurry up with their organization ;D (artoo, get on that ;D)

Furthermore I agree with Crystal

 

[Wolf]

My birthday is tomorrow and nest is tomorrow... I'd rather be there than where I am now! crap!

Really? 'cause I know quite a few 'lees in Colorado......you just have to know where to look.

 

[Gothika]

i am not going to nest i would love to though it would be great to meet others from this board and hang out and have fun.i just cant afford it😡

 

[Strider]

I'm in the midst of midterms, so, obviously, that's keeping the majority of my attention at the moment. I'll show up one of these times.

 

[TickledToDeath]

Us.

As in the Wife and I.

Will not be there.


Then again, I think many of you knew that already.


Ciao all.



TTD

 

[ticklesaurus]

I won't be going this year either.I'll be missing my 3rd nest due to work and a few personal issues.But I have had the priveledge of having classy here for the past 3 days.Hopefully she won't be all tickled out and exhausted by the time she gets there,lol.Have a good time folks.

 

[ViperGTS]

Not this one. I don't do social gatherings and, when forced to, I am generally unpleasant to be around. I abstain for the good of all concerned. 😀

A true nerd to the end. 😛

Took me a while to get over that feeling too, bro. I know whatcha mean.

 

[maniactickler]

I will be keeping my streak of non attendence going strong again this year. im just not into the whole group thing.

 

[Cavum]

It would be awesome to go there, but since NEST is about on the other side of the planet, it's a bit hard!

But I really want to try to go there sometime!

How early is the date set for NEST btw? I know I would need
good time to plan a trip like this. 🙂

 

[Cavum]

ooh nice!
A flight to Philiadelphia from Oslo is only about 966 dollar!
I really have to try to go there next year!!!

 

[Sleepy Jean]

Just to add a note here.... NEST is not about Sex in any way, shape or form. Contrary to what some might think - it's not an orgy. We're not all running around naked tickling each other and getting it on in the corner. The great part about NEST is that it's safe for all concerned. There is no inappropriate touching. No one is forced into anything. Everyone remains clothed. You can go and just be a spectator - you don't have to participate. If you want to participate YOUR wishes are respected as to what you want but it does not, and never would, go into anything sexual.

Now... what YOU do behind closed doors in the privacy of your hotel room is up to you and has nothing to do with NEST. But during the NEST events and during the little gatherings that go on in the rooms at the hotels... it all could be rated kind of PG.

For me NEST was more about meeting other folks who are into tickling. It ends up being more a social gathering than anything else. To finally get to meet the wonderful folks behind those screen names you see is just the best. I've made many life long friends and guess what? They've never seen me naked! Some would say... thank goodness! LOL

I guess I didn't word it right, if it sounds like I think NEST is an orgy. But from my experiences here in cyberspace, I would expect to meet a bunch of people at NEST who try to coax me into a threesome. If I were with my husband (yeah, that'll happen) I'm sure there would be someone looking for a threesome or a foursome. I don't like getting asked about that in cyberspace and I'd hate it more if asked in person. If NEST isn't anything like that, then I apologize.

But it still doesn't sound right for me. Even if my husband knew I was a TMF member and was fine with it I don't think I could do it. But for those who go, have a great weekend!

Love,
Jean

 

[RobAce]

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DAMN! DAMN! DAMN! DAMN!
I'm NOT in the in crowd........because I'm NOT attending NEST!

Well Geesh, if someone had told me that the "cliques" and the "in" people were the ones that attended NEST perhaps I would have tried harder to go.

In fact I was waiting for my golden envelope with pre-paid tickets and offical "TMF Clique" Member ID to arrive before I went. And since they never did I made other plans. It's such a shame I won't be considered "IN" because of my non-attendance. I guess I will have to tell all my friends, including a few who have posted in this thread, that since I'm not IN again this year we can continue being friends!! YEAH!! And I guess those of my friends that are going to NEST wont talk to me anymore and will generally forget me since I'm not going to be one of the "IN" ones.

WHY DON'T PEOPLE TELL ME THESE THINGS UNTIL ITS TOO LATE!!!
I think I'm going to go drown myself in a pool of brightly color balls at Chuck E Cheese.
Thanks.
**END SARCASM**

I will not be attending NEST, not because of cliques (real or imaginary) or my dislike of groups, or even "outing" my deepest sexual function in public among others. I simply have 2 kids still in school, and I want to be with them. AS much as I would enjoy meeting many people I have had the pleasure of knowing online, my children come first before anyone...including myself.

So....I will not be attending. I will be around, doing my little Radio Show on Fri and Sat. night. Tune in if you can.

Thanks

Rob

 

[mysticsvn]

I would love to go but I'm buried up to my eyeballs in work for my final portfolio. Shameless plug here: If anyone in the MA NH or CT area needs portraits let me know!!!!! End plug

 

[Headsnap]

I'm not going because I'm poor and British and the Americans won't give me a visa because of what I did to those children.

Not being able to go to NEST makes me sad, and also a bit jealous, so instead of simply owning up to the fact that I can't go I will instead splutter out a load of spurious nonsense about how I didn't really want to go anyway because it's an "in-crowd" thing and tell myself that only pricks and nerds go to tickle gatherings. That will make me feel better.


Oh wait! On closer perusal of this thread I see I am not the first person to stumble upon this idea! :-o

 

[xSamanthax]

"If NEST isn't anything like that, then I apologize."

I would imagine that like with most things in life...NEST is what you make it.

That said, no one really needs to justify their attendance or lack thereof =)

 

[taptoematt]

I went last year and met many fantastic people, but chickened out before the main event. I guess I haven't made it over the mass tickling hump yet. Anyhow, this year I'm still yella so I'm going on vacation in Arizona instead. One day I might make it to NEST again, when i'm older and braver.

 

[QBWeaver]

And I'll add another note... BTW... Love your post Robace!

Nest, and other gatherings of this nature, aren't for everyone. Some people don't like crowds, some people don't like to travel, some people just would prefer to keep their "tickling" desires to themselves. That doesn't make it right or wrong.

Basically... if you want to go and you have the means, the time, the money and the desire then you'll go. And if you don't... that's ok. Just like some people like pizza and other people prefer KFC. Everyone is different. You do what feels comfortable for you.

For those who do attend they've been able to finally feel accepted by a group of people who understand. For many I've spoken too over the years... it was an incredibly freeing and eye-opening experience that enabled them to finally feel ok with this inner desire they have. Some people need that, some don't. To each their own.

As Jean said... the feeling from the pms and chats online... she felt it might be a free for all or too much push for a threesome. Fortunately it's not that way at all. Just like you Jean... I really dislike that pushiness I get online as well. It seems once a guy figures out you're a woman then look out. I've had men say some of the most horrid things to me just because they felt like they could. I don't tolerate that online and I certainly wouldn't tolerate it at a party or gathering. My usual retort is something like - Would you ask that of a lady you just met at a restaurant?

I started organinzing NEST long ago and got some crazy questions from the guys about what they expected - you'd be amazed. I'm sure the current hosts have had the same types of inquiries. Just goes with the territory. But rest assured - everyone - that everyone there is treated with respect. The DMs make sure of that. Oh don't get me wrong... we've had a few issues over the years but they were always handled discreetly and quietly.

I also hosted gatherings at my home for several years and the same rules applied there. I wasn't having an orgy at the house. I was having a party and wanted to make sure everyone was comfortable and they always were.
And they didn't get to see me naked either! In my pajamas yes but naked... nope! LOL

 

[meangry]

I am not for a myriad of reasons:
1.) I do not have disposable income right now.
2.) I know nobody that is involved with this currently.
3.) I do not know how much it costs so I can save enough capital.
4.) I might have fun with tickling. Depending on how much it is...I am not about to get embarrassed in a first social setting.
5.) I do not approve of my physical appearance at this current juncture enough to be around.

 

[WorkInProgress]

I'm not there, but my greetings go with all of you, and I may well be back next year.

 

[TinyTickler]

i had some complications that kept me from going i would be going though if someone would have told me in time but its my loss

 

[venray]

Not much to add to what Jan and Rob said...

Nothing wrong with not wanting to go or not being able to go to any gathering....


The only reason the forum fills up with posts is that all who attend fairly regularly cant wait to see one another again and meet tons of new folks as well...

It is not a clique..it is like a big family reunion where you actually like the family members...

And Reenactor...you KNOW I want to meet you someday...been waiting a long time..If not at a nest that is fine with me, but we must meet..been online friends far too long not to...