Comments on: The SWC Philadelphia 2008 Convention – July 9-12, 2008 http://ahearingloss.com/2008/07/15/the-swc-philadelphia-2008-convention-july-9-12-2008/ A global forum for people with hearing loss Sun, 12 Feb 2012 01:35:41 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ By: mjc http://ahearingloss.com/2008/07/15/the-swc-philadelphia-2008-convention-july-9-12-2008/#comment-372 Sun, 20 Jul 2008 17:14:28 +0000 http://ahearingloss.wordpress.com/?p=72#comment-372 (Snif) I’m so sad that I couldn’t be there!
Melissa (currently in northern Wyoming).

]]> By: saytheword http://ahearingloss.com/2008/07/15/the-swc-philadelphia-2008-convention-july-9-12-2008/#comment-371 Sun, 20 Jul 2008 02:03:09 +0000 http://ahearingloss.wordpress.com/?p=72#comment-371 Sherry A. Cochran
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Hi EVERYONE!
Just wanted to say how wonderful the SWC Philly Con was: meeting people I only knew online, having the chance to see people again I’d already met in person and getting to know so many NEW members will be some of my most cherished memories!! It was so much fun to interact/socialize/shop/go on group events or just going out to eat or walk around the area w/other SWCers; it was a fantastic, enjoyable experience!

A BIG THANK YOU to all of you who worked so hard to make the Piladelphia Convention the great success it was with interesting venders, informative speakers & fantastic xtras like the self defense course & Neil Bauman’s collection of antique HAs & ALDs! The ease of interacting with others who have every conceivable level of hearing loss was, creating a glorious mix and filled with hearwarming people, was one of the best experiences of my life! Not having to constantly worry about communication or embarassing myself as I do when I attend hearing events was so relaxing & FUN!! I could enjoy myself without constantly being on guard about knowing what the subject of conversation was or if I might make an inappropriate comment; nobody made anyone feel bad if they misunderstood or said something not related to the “subject,” it was all such a complete acceptance of each other’s hearing loss and so much effort put forth on each person’s part to help with the communication process, even if it meant using pen & paper–it was no big deal & so stress free, I wanted the Con to go on forever!
SWC HUGS,
Sherry Cochran

]]> By: LifeWrecked http://ahearingloss.com/2008/07/15/the-swc-philadelphia-2008-convention-july-9-12-2008/#comment-368 Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:50:46 +0000 http://ahearingloss.wordpress.com/?p=72#comment-368 Susan,

Thanks for your comment. What a joy it was to meet you (and yeah, it took me a couple tries to know your name ). I’ve just been awestruck by the wonderful friendship and comeraderie at our Con. My SWC friends are simply awesome, and I can’t wait for my next chance, next year, to get together again.

Hugs,
Paul S

]]> By: Susan D http://ahearingloss.com/2008/07/15/the-swc-philadelphia-2008-convention-july-9-12-2008/#comment-367 Thu, 17 Jul 2008 23:14:00 +0000 http://ahearingloss.wordpress.com/?p=72#comment-367 Absolutely right: one’s life is never the same after a SayCon. I’ve never met a stranger at a SayCon. It’s like walking into the best neighborhood in the world, and very soon everyone knows your name! The activities are well planned, and one can pick & choose as desired. The late evenings kicking back in the bar is really great: compare notes about the day & share stories. The workshops are informative, and accessible, thanks to our fabulous CART lady, Gayl. Awesome job that she does!!
hugs to all: Susan D

]]> By: LifeWrecked http://ahearingloss.com/2008/07/15/the-swc-philadelphia-2008-convention-july-9-12-2008/#comment-366 Tue, 15 Jul 2008 22:22:31 +0000 http://ahearingloss.wordpress.com/?p=72#comment-366 Thanks Kim,

It should be obvious that I’ve become an evangelist for the cons – no doubt I’ll be serving on the steering committe for the next one (not bragging, just the facts, ma’am).

Paul S

]]> By: LifeWrecked http://ahearingloss.com/2008/07/15/the-swc-philadelphia-2008-convention-july-9-12-2008/#comment-365 Tue, 15 Jul 2008 22:18:40 +0000 http://ahearingloss.wordpress.com/?p=72#comment-365 Hi Paotie,

The DUCKS are amphibious (land/water) vehicles that take you on a wonderful tour of the historic district of Philadelphia, and then “splash!” – into the river you go!

This is a MUST DO if you ever visit Philly. :)

Paul S

]]> By: kim http://ahearingloss.com/2008/07/15/the-swc-philadelphia-2008-convention-july-9-12-2008/#comment-364 Tue, 15 Jul 2008 22:03:32 +0000 http://ahearingloss.wordpress.com/?p=72#comment-364 Aye Paul! I know exactly how you feel. Once you’ve attended a Con, your life is never quite the same. This was my fourth, (I’ve missed four since joining. . . San Diego, Chicago, Florida and St.Louis)I live for these each summer, when on-line friends become real-time friends. There’s no difference once you’ve met in person. Despite the miles between us, I feel much closer to you and the others that I met for the first time, as well. Yes– it WAS well organized. We just keep getting better and better thanks to the BOD and other dedicated members. You were so fun. Soooo– You’re going to Portland next year??? Smiles, Kim

]]> By: Paotie http://ahearingloss.com/2008/07/15/the-swc-philadelphia-2008-convention-july-9-12-2008/#comment-361 Tue, 15 Jul 2008 16:14:42 +0000 http://ahearingloss.wordpress.com/?p=72#comment-361 Paul ..

Interesting article. Glad you had a great time. I have never been to a SWC function/convention but it sounds interesting.

By the way, what are the DUCKS rides?

Sounds fun!
:o )

Paotie

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