I just wanted to give you all an advanced head's up since you may have travel plans to make and might have to stash away a little extra per week to get your booty out here.

As most of you know, I have been in a relationship for 10 years (as of Jan 14th) and the past three have been quite trying. I won't bore you with the details or talk negatively about the experience, but let's just say that I'm glad it has come to a conclusion and I've been given a new lease on life. Why did I call my party "Remission"? Well, similarly to somone diagnosed with and then cured of cancer, I too am in remission. Since I've been given a second chance, I figured what better way to "double up" so to speak than to re-create my awesome 40th birthday bash (those that attended know, and those that missed it heard).

This name has another meaning too. My father and hero passed away on February 3rd, 2010 (just two years ago). Therefore, carrying on with the whole "cancer theme", and since you're getting into the dome and also the club for free, I do ask that you make a generous donation to The Big Climb. This is NOT mandatory to attend by the way. Obviously the more the better, but I think a $20 per person is a good minimum starting point as you figure each venue would normally have cost you about $10 admission each anyways. But every little bit helps, so if you can only afford $5, then pledge that. Conversely, if you want to really show what a Philanthropist you are, $500 would really give you with baller status. It's a great cause and donations are tax deductible too. If you feel inspired, we'd love to have you join our Team Techno!

So FRIDAY FEBRUARY 10th, I am officially starting my new-found freedom! Ladies, I'm single! The line forms to the left... ;-)

For those still standing, we'll most likely head to the swanky new Hotel 1000 (map) for some after-hours chillin like villains in our rooms. If you're booking a room there, talk to Katie McNulty as she hooked me up with a significant discount and said she can do the same for people in my party (so be sure to mention my name to her and also try to get a room near me if you can). Call NOW!

1. EVERYONE attending THE DOME must JOIN this "Laser Dome" portion of my event.
   • Since the laser dome is a private party, I need to get a head-count and also generate a "guest list" for all that are attending, as the door staff aren't going to know who my friends/guest are or not. And I sure don't want to stand outside approving everyone myself. Dig?
   • The club will need to know how many wristbands to bring, and will use this count obviously.
   • You're welcome to bring your friends (put their names down separately), as long as you take responsibility for them.
   • ONE name per entry please. Just re-submit for each name in other words. YOU may have to use the "FB Event Invite" feature yourself and invite them since they're not in my friends list.
   • Any names NOT on the list can not be guaranteed entry. There are 200 actual seats and room for another 200 scattered on the floor.
   • You need to be at the laser dome Friday by 9pm sharp or earlier so we can load-in and get this party started.
   • Lastly, please use discretion when mentioning or talking about this part of "Remission". I don't want uninvited people swarming the dome and there are limited seats.
2. EVERYONE attending THE CLUB must JOIN this "Club Volume" portion of my event.
   • The club is not private and therefore open to anyone and everyone.
   • Any names NOT on the list can not be guaranteed entry.
   • While not a requirement, you should dress to impress. It's a club. We're in VIP. Also, no baseball caps/bandannas, ripped jeans, etc.
   • You need to be at the club Friday by 11pm cutoff wristbands won't be honored past that point as they get very busy. So don't be pokey going from the dome to the club, you'll have about :30-:45 mins door to door. Plan accordingly for parking. Perhaps carpool or take a cab.
3. Please make a generous donation of $20 or more to The Big Climb.
   • This is also not a requirement to attend, but it is much appreciated.
   • Even if you can only afford $5, every little bit helps and adds up.
   • We'd love to have you join our Team Techno too.
4. If you aren't on the weekly PARTY list already, now might be a good time to join that too... (here's the current one)

If you have any issues, questions, concerns give me a call or shoot me an email to "my first name"@"my first name".com

I REALLY hope you can make it -- Not just for me, but for you too... You deserve to take a break and have a vacation. What better way? It would mean the world to me to have my support group, er um, friends around me for this.