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Ok I'm gonna keep going with this at a more regular pace lol, if even one person wants to read it that's good for me :)
Cherry, so far so good, been fortunate to see eachother several times since April... and a trip coming up in a few weeks (BOOGER :P). Heeeeeehe!!
Soooo I'm gonna go catch up on YOUR Trip report then I'm going to get to work on the bellyflop...
Awesome, I can't wait for more! Now get flopping :p
Day 3 – Belly Flop Competition
At some point that morning someone brought it to my attention that our presence would be required at the Seastar Inn for the Belly Flop competition, promptly at 2:00 p.m.
HA! I’ve been stoked on this since I knew my dates for this trip. There had been bunch of talk about it for at least a whole month leading up. I wanna say that Tattoo first came up with the idea and Brasi kinda took on the real planning. I don’t even think Tattoo showed up as a spectator LOL, but I do know he was in Negril….I seen’t him myself. Hahaha
Anyways it had built up to be quite a production. We had a panel of judges (myself included), and a really stellar line-up of floppers. Throw in an outstanding venue (Seastar Inn) and BADA BING!! Seriously though….your probably thinking what could be better than a day of drinking and judging full force belly flops? Well I'll tell ya...
Giving back
It was decided early on that there would be a small cover charge to participate/attend the Flop and that all the proceeds would go to the Buy-A-Brick program at Travellers Beach Resort. I was stoked on this on a whole other level. I had heard about people buying and painting bricks that would ultimately benefit the Negril schools and the children of the town that we all love, and it’s been on my to-do list ever since.
So, after a fun morning hanging out at Catcha/Ivans, Everyone starts rambling around talking about getting ready to go. It’s close to time, so we head back up to the Moon to hope in the shower...you know to rinse off all that sand....LOL, and my cottage just happens to have a really cool outdoor shower for two. What do you know.
I feel like I should warn you all about the outdoor shower at the moon cottage. I’ve come to believe that it’s a portal to some kind of time warp. Time passes at crazy lighting fast speeds and you can find yourself running very very late if you get caught up in there. In fact, the time warping power is so strong that it can effect the people staying all the way down in the Libra cottage if the wind is blowing in the right direction. LOL Seriously. Just be aware.
I remember looking at the time and thinking DOH…I signed up to Judge and Booger signed you up to flop…we got to GO!
There’s Mr. Louis with perhaps an even cheesier grin than usual. He’s ready to grab us a cab but we are on foot today. And off we go, down Seastar lane …
*** The following is my memory of the Bellyflop Competition. As we have already established, my memory is not the best, so this may not be real accurate. I could go back and reference other peoples accounts of this day but I’m just going to roll with it and it should at least resemble the truth***
When we arrived, we headed back to the pool area and ran smack into none other than GerryG, who was accompanied by his pretty girlfriend, Jodie. I’m excited to meet them, as I had recently followed along on his Trail of Ashes Trip Report. I was able to spend more time visiting with them after the Flop contest and look forward to the next time. Jodie is a sweetheart and when you meet Gerry, it just doesn’t feel like the first time for some reason. I like people like that, that make you feel comfortable from the get go. The next stop was under a gazebo where the floppers were hanging out pre-competition. The beautiful and charming Patty was there to greet and “sash” me.
“Hi Patty. I’m late…”
“It’s okay sweetie”
I love Patty
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There was lots of activity and I suppose we still had plenty of time before the actual event. I shouldn’t have even said anything about being late. LOL Some of us hung out in the pool for awhile.
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I think I was at the swim up bar when Bras started to address the crowd. Pretty sure I asked him if I could judge from the swim up bar and he just looked at me….no answer…I’ll take that as a “no”? LOL
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At the judges table was Joe (via webcam), Shauna, Patty, Beachgirl, and a woman I did not recognize. I took my seat next to her just in time for introductions. Brasi introduced The first three lovely ladies then came to the one on my right…..And this is BECCAJEAN!!
“Ohhhhh you’re BECCA!!, hahahaha”
This made me laugh cause we had talked back and forth about hooking up and going fishin, but I had never seen a picture of her. Going back to that Face pic/board avatar thing…
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So it was time to get the show on the road. Brasi surprised us all with the first FLOP of the day!!!! I know there is a picture of him mid-air but I can’t find it to save my life. Anyways it got us all hyped. LOL
The first competitive flopper to take the plunge was Muzikdoc. For the record…My $ was on you. It was technically perfect. Pure bellyflop, no antics. I still don’t know why you weren’t a final contender. Scores were given and I think this is where you got jipped. See, we had not yet figured out that we could add our number signs together to create higher scores. Maybe I’m dreaming but I think that had something to do with it.
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Next was….hell I don’t know….Booger or maybe Drummberboy? I couldn’t find any pics of Drummerboy’s Flop but I have a little picture sequence for Boogs, so we’ll just go with that.
Next up….BOOGER!!! Woooooo!! He impressed the crowd with a stylish Flop….
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I wanna say Booger’s better half Sandie went next. She rocked my world with her pre-flop jig and hair toss. Sandie if by some chance you read this….That was hottttttt sis, but unfortunately it wasn’t gonna win any titles…not enough splash babe.
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Who’s next? Everyone looks around for Guirigay….it’s his turn to wow the crowds, and he’s gonna need to bring it cause the competition is tough. Suddenly the changing room door swings open. IndyCindy peeks into the changing room and dies laughing while she steps out of the way. I see one flipper…..two flippers….what the hell is that?!?!?
That my friends….is a Guirigay
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While comedy wins GG a highscore, my fellow judges and I had a slight issue with the flotation devices softening the blow. Here I’ve been checking to see how red peoples bellies are, and there you are with flippers and a floaty. LOL Good stuff Guiri, I’ll never forget you waddling around the pool in this get-up. I’d say its Neck n neck with your Halloween costume. LOL
….up next is Gerry G…123!!! I don’t can’t even tell you about Gerry’s first flop, cause I still don’t know exactly what it was that I saw. Hahaha
Pretty sure he took kind of a running start then when he approached the waters edge I have no idea what happened. He did some kind of switch-a-roo and surprised us all with a BACK FLOP!!!
I swear somebody has a video of this…long version…can’t I just post that? I suck at remembering stuff and you just GOTTA see the back flop to believe it.
Anyways…as much as we wanted to award Gerry for Originality…we had to stay true to the fact that it was a BELLY flop competition. On that note we had to ask him for a re-do. Thanks for being a good sport!
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Maybe this is the time Jon takes the leap. Like I said, I don’t exactly remember the order. But I do remember the flop. It was stunning. Honestly, and I’m not playing favorites, this was one perfect belly flop. He is lean so I was thinking, Oh c’mon how is he gonna even compete?? LOL Well he starts moving around tables and loungers and takes as much of a running start as he can manage….then flies HIGH through the air in perfect Flop form. The impact was loud and the splash was impressive. I didn’t realize it until the Second round of flops when he opted out of flopping at the last second. He was hurting pretty bad after the first one, and I’m just glad he had his priorities straight.
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Who’s next? NinJA!!! I’ll be completely honest and I regret to say this but I don’t think I was paying attention for this one. I did however catch him in all his glory when he made impact….and that’s the moment that counts!! It was a fine flop indeed. Props Ninja.
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By this point the red stripes have taken ahold and my recollection suffers…
I know we had a second round of flops and this is where contenders start dropping like flies!! Drummerboy just doesn’t have enough splash….Jon couldn’t pull off a proper flop due to 1st flop injury….Booger and Sandie probly sat this round out at the swim up bar….
Dangit. There’s this little block of time where I just don’t know. I think I was trying to get my Craven-A lit. LOL
Wait a second something’s coming back to me…
Booger did flop in the second round!!! I only remember cause he dropped his drawers so it was a FULL MOON FLOP!!! HAhahahaha For the love of god, please tell me somebody got a picture I can’t find one anywhere!!!
I’m pretty sure Muzikdoc pulled off yet another perfect flop (but remember he was jipped in that first round lol). I have no idea if GerryG flopped in Round 2….I wanna say yes.
Ninja wow’d everyone with another dazzling belly buster. Guirigay came out in costume again, but he learned his lesson and ditched the floatie this time. At this point the scores were tallied up and our winners were announced.
1st Runner up……..GUIRIGAY
And the CHAMPion…..of the 2012 Belly Flopping Challenge…..
Can I get a drumroll? (Just pretend like you don’t already know)
NINJA!!!!!!!! Wooooo woooo woo woo
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After the bellyfloppers were sashed, Everyone squeezed in together for some fun Group shots
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The funniest part of this day was the part where Guirigay was just SURE that he had won. LOLOL Oh Guiri, you kill me.
(look how triumphant he looks hahaha)
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At some point during all this nonsense….Daisy and Markus made a fashionably late appearance. Daisy took her spot next to me at the judges table while Markus sadly missed out on the chance to compete….
But that didn’t stop him from FLOPPIN...kinda LOL
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The winners with their good luck charms
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When the dust settled all that was left was a lone ducky
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So glad you're back in TR mode!!
Awesome, lol!
Love that I'm fat, Let's party shirt Brasi is wearing!! And I'm happy to say I can identify each boardie in the picture you posted:)
I have loved reading all of the April trip reports but I have to tell you, that I was really looking forward to yours because of the side (love) story and you do not disappoint. Love it!
What a great day that was....I had a blast....looking forward to BellyFlop II...Great report Tiz!
Tizzy...laying in bed at Catcha right now reading your report. Been following for the last couple of weeks and having so much fun with it. Thinking of you every time I walk past the Moon!
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I feel like I should warn you all about the outdoor shower at the moon cottage. I’ve come to believe that it’s a portal to some kind of time warp. Time passes at crazy lighting fast speeds and you can find yourself running very very late if you get caught up in there. In fact, the time warping power is so strong that it can effect the people staying all the way down in the Libra cottage if the wind is blowing in the right direction. LOL Seriously. Just be aware.
I remember that day like it was yesterday. Staying in Libra and having to walk by the Moon daily provided for some great entertainment. I'm convinced Mr Lewis has the best seat in the house.
Please continue....
So thats why Mr Lewis was still smiling when we got there in August.
Bees Knees,havent heard that line in a long time. Stayed at Pisces a few years ago.
Ha! Time warp shower, I love it! I hope the one in the Gatehouse has a similar problem. I will let you know in a few weeks!
I love that you don't recall the details exactly. I think it is a sure sign of how much fun you were having.
Keep it up! :D
Hell the entertainment from Moon reached all the way to Sagi on some occasions!
I still laugh about Mr Lewis and the other security guards reactions!
Tizzy, this is so fun! We read and watched the rest, now we're getting down to some fine commentary. Keep it a coming, we lovin'!
LOL, awesome.Quote:
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I am STILL kicking myself for not going to the flop! Especially after realizing it started a bit late...(no way?!) After 24+ hours of travel and no sleep, I was afraid I would scare the living cr@p outta +1. I had to ease him into the madness...
Big smiles! A few new pics for me again. That always surprises me. Jon did get WAY UP in the air. It was a serious slam and he made the right decision in round 2. My belly was plenty red in that shot with Sweetie Pie, even with all the floaties in round 1! :) You were trying to light a Craven-A all afternoon Tiz, mostly it just hung from your lips like it had been epoxied there. Thanks for making my day.
Awww Tizzy .... Yes Tizzy .... She come by at 10 & 2 .... A paraphrased quote from the guys in the kitchen at Catcha in July! All I know is it got me some cool points! :)
We had a full moon in July, but I'm guessing it wasn't as good as the one y'all had at the belly flop... Go Booger :)
Your TR is some fun reading! Thanks for the entertainment on this most slow going night shift!
"Burn the fries"
LMAO
2nutz (hehe) - i'm back and i'm gonna be better promise lol
haha thats awesome Kaycee....Brasi looked great that day hahaha. So have you started planning your next trip??
Luvmylabs - I'm stoked that you are reading and enjoying my story. Its hard to put down into words but too good not too share ;)
Muzikdoc. Belly Flop II is gonna be Craaaaazy, I cant wait. Go big or go home heeeeeeehe!!
Noworries4 U - I am SO there with you right now in spirit, can you feel lit?? lol Lucky Lucky, enjoy your time in heaven and please spread some Tiz love around if you think about it. Thanks for reading and commenting. Love your username btw
LOL Booooooger
Jaherring - It's likely lol, I'm still smiling :o
Fredstripe - LOl Thanks for reading my TR. Tell me, Pisces is the one that looks like a little tree house inside right? I love the look of it from what I've seen, what are your thoughts about it?
Cherry - I'm thinking you should probably clear your schedule of timeframes....stick with that plan to do "nothing" hahaha ; )
Marley - I would apolgize but it would be so fake LOL Just call it the wind
JBritz - when can we be expecting another literary masterpiece for YOU??
Wpyogi....are you kiddin me?!? Plus +1 would been floppin with the best of em....bet $!
Guirigay - hahahahahahahahahaha Thanks for bein You buddy. Miss ya
Steph and Marley.....Ohhhhhhhh Bikini!! ahahahaha
Okay folks gonna get this moving along again 2day so please tune back in later!!
I got the Pisces for $100 per nt so I can't complain.A bit tight inside but real nice deck,ocean views.Can sit there in the rain & not get wet due to the trees. Outside shower where I squeeled like a little girl because there was a crab in there.............Tried to throw him out but he fell to the bathroom floor and went under the sink......Had to sit on the bowl with our feet in the air the rest of the week. I'm Tarzan like that.
Shooting for April....then more tripping reportin'. Heh, you ramble too, I see.Quote:
JBritz - when can we be expecting another literary masterpiece for YOU??
HAHAHAHAHA. Hmmmm I can kinda relate. Sounds nice, thanks FredstripeQuote:
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April sounds nice ;) I do...Quote:
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Have you packed yet Flip? Or are you the down-to-the-wire type like myself?Quote:
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Packed? lol. I am going with a back pack and the clothes on my back!
Psych. - The other half packed for us like a week ago and I have been living out of that suitcase, because all of my stuff is in there.
Lol, thats funny. Sounds like me only not a week before....more like an hour before which is why everything ends up in my suitcase. Just throw everything in there and I shouldn't be w/o anything I might need. It works ok i guess
so jealous.... take TONS of pics so you can include lots in your TR. I have this feeling that family dynamics are gonna make for a good one. hahaha JAMAICA JAMAICA
Have Fun
I just bought a new point and shoot yesterday with a 16 gig card. Will take plenty of pics. I am going to try and take a few notes while I am there so I can piece together the report.
I went back and found the videos!!!!!! They were in Guiri's TR so if you missed it....here they are again. HAHA Kinda surprised at how well I stayed within the lines of "what actually happened"
Fantastic...I have perma grin now for the rest of the day...HaHa..this just makes me happy! What a crew!!!
DUDE me 2 LOL
My fav...
"Muzikdoc is fond of dinosaurs...."
lmao
Tizzy just catching up on your TR and I have to say that this had me snorting I was laughing so hard at work. Between the cig hanging out of your mouth to the floaties Guirigay was wearing the little dance that Sandy did. Just to funny, I so wish I had been there to participate, I have been known to get creative with chairs and tables with my flop. The group seems like so much fun, if y'all are anything like Booger than it's a class 1 bunch of folks. I still want to find out more about this time warp phenomenon with the outdoor showers at Catcha, the same damn thing happened to me and Mrs. DD! Happy holidays in advance to all the fun people on this great site!
Tizzy ....... you crack me up! I've been too busy reading yours and Cherry's trip reports to finish up my own.
I know exactly what you mean about the verandah at the Moon. I don't think we moved off of there for 3 days. I love it when the hardest part of your day is deciding on whether you will lay in the hammock, on the day bed, or sit at the table.
And yes, there is something a little crazy about that shower :rolleyes:
Tanfastic - This group was just ridiculous fun. I can't wait to see who joins in this coming April....only gonna get bigger and better. Have ya'll checked your calendar yet?
Rinakim - Girl...I dont know what it is. lol Are you stoked? I'm so excited for your trip/wedding. Countdown!!!!
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Day 3 – Travellers Buy-A-Brick
When all was said and done, we had raised a nice chunk of money to take down to Travellers. Well done BIG thanks to everyone involved in the planning and execution of this, it was such a memorable “feel-good” day.
I don’t quite remember how we all got to Travellers. Did we ride on a bus? Must have
Anyways I remember being in the lobby and cashing in on our bricks. I’m guessing Marley was in charge of this. Many of us also made our own donations in addition to the amount that was collected from the Flop.
Was this where I first lost Shauna? I think so, cause I remember standing in the lobby and calling for you, “Shaaaaauna?! Hey guys where is Shauna did we leave her?”
…..she turned around and gave me a look hahahaha
Outside everyone had gathered in around the brick wall. Some people were milling around with a drink in hand talking and joking around while others had brush in hand and already leaving their mark
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One of my favorite photos from this day, I can't find for some reason. Don't know who, but somebody snapped the greatest shot of Rasta Stan and his lovely wife dancing together outside at Travellers. I so wanted to include it, seemed to capture the moment. :)
Being here was really something. I don’t really know how to describe the feeling I had at Travellers, with my new friends who feel more like family already. Nearly everyone came and participated, and you could tell that not one person was untouched by the experience.
Some people left their name, some a message, and some left memories of loved ones that had passed on. It was really special.
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I was lucky and got to do TWO. After I painted my brick, I did one for Markus since he and Clarity couldn’t join us at Travellers. Once everyone was done with the paint, we gathered for group photo ops.
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I personally love this next one……Get u some Ninja haha...Booger you just stand there and hold those beers.
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Me and Jon wandered off to find Booger and Sandie. Naturally we assumed everyone was at the beach bar, but when we go there it was pretty much empty.
It didn’t take long for Jon to get distracted by the waves. We both decided this was something we had to take advantage of since there are rarely waves on Negril beach. I have no idea how long we were out there playing but it was seriously one of the best memories I have of that trip. The sun was sinking lower and there were no people around, at least there didn’t seem to be. We jumped and dove under and splashed around in the waves for awhile. Long enough to get left anyways….LOL
When we came in from the water, there was still no sign of our people at the bar. We walked back up to the courtyard where the brick wall is….nuthin. We went to the lobby…not there either. What the….
Did they leave us??!!
Hahahaha
No worries. We walked along the beach, headed towards town. Stopped and enjoyed the view of the river and all the fishing boats.
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We crossed through the river and came up the bank that’s right behind Burger King. I still laugh at Burger King every time I see it sitting there in the middle of Negril. Don’t know why we ended up across the street….ATM maybe? While Jon did something (?), I told him I was going to walk across the road to check out a shop. I’m glad I didn’t have much cash on me because I would have bought everything that girl had for sale. CUTE CUTE clothes. WOW. The pink one...
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Next we ended up on the corner right here talking to some young guys. They told Jon that his shirt was the wrong color!! Hahaha. I think he got nervous at first like we were in gang territory LOL. They explained to us the political meaning behind the colors.
Jon’s shirt was green (BAD)….their shirts were Orange (GOOD).
So Jon took his shirt off and lots of respect and fist bumps were exchanged. We were in the middle of a C.D. transaction with these dudes when someone walks up on us from behind….sneak attack….
CHICKEN!!!! Lol
He said we looked like we needed a ride. Hahaha
This stuff gets better and better! On my next reach, I plan to go to Travellers and paint a brick.
Tizzy we are actually talking about it. Mrs. DD was asked to guest teach Yoga at CSA the end of April, all we have to do is pay our airfare and everything else is free for both of us, all she has to do is teach 1 hour a day! We might try to see whats available for a few days up on the Cliffs so we can come hang out with "The Group"Quote:
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Nice to see Captain Stanley's boat in the last photo. If you ever want to go deep-sea fishing, he is the man to see.