Not Really Fair!

[Deb]

I don't want to start a war. I just want to voice my opinion - and it's just that, my opinion!
I think it's unfair that the Platinum packages are available to those who have already participated!
It really should be open to those who have not experienced it yet and then if any packages are still available then those who have done it in the past can have another shot at getting tickets.
I think everyone should get a chance to experience this once in a lifetime opportunity.

Remeber - just my opinion!

BFF,
Deb

[Mary Angela]

Hello Everyone/CJ


You KNOW I totally agree with you!
I say go for a 2nd time only after "virgins"
have had their chance...wait a month;
it IS the only fair way to do it. Afterall,
there are only 210 packages for sale...and
alot more women that would love to do this!

And, I've put my money where my mouth is
...so to speak. The day before the sale I sent
an email to starz/Chris...and cc'd a copy to
Garry Kief! I also asked him if Barry knew how
these sales were being handled. We know Barry
is not fond of "double dippers"...he like virgins...LOL
I never expected a reply...and as of this writing I
have not received one. But, I let my feelings be known.
I was respectful and also said that many others shared
my feelings also. Maybe, if everyone who felt this way
did the same...they might get the message...LOL

It's funny but I had planned to start a campaign of
sorts...in email form on September 1. I didn't want to
do it too early in the year...so they wouldn't "forget"
Asking anyone who would like to do a first time Platinum
to participate. Remember...it starts with One Voice!
To send their thoughts and feelings to starz and Garry.
To ask respectfully always if they would let 1st time
Platinums purchase first. Had I know I would have
done this on June 1.

But, you know, it's sad to say this; but, I really don't
think TPTB care. And, I hate having to feel this way!

So, consequently, as CJ has said there are some women
who are doing Platinum for a 3rd time, and many 2nd timers.
I know 2 women myself that did their 1st Platinums in
the Summer; and then their 2nd Platinums the following
Spring. As far as I'm concerned, that's just being selfish.
I'm sure these women have justified this to themselves
by thinking that TPTB don't care...why should we?

Remember, these are my feelings...and I don't care if
you throw tomatoes...LOL

TPTB started this...and ended it!

We can only hope that next time...things might
be different!

For all of you who lucked out...congratulations and
enjoy every moment with Barry!

For those of you who didn't...I'm so sorry!

And, guess what, I can still post on the Bnet
and here...oops, maybe, Garry hasn't caught
up with me yet...LOL


Take Care &
Keep Smiling!
Mary :o)

[Richard]

I agree with aspects of yours and CJ's reponse.

The 48 hours notice is also a potential problem for some of us that live overseas with work or family commitments that need a wee bit more than 48 hours notice before planning a AU$10,000 trip to the US!

I had banked on doing Platinum this year for the first time and also making for the Birthday Bash in June (if there is one!) or Convention in 09.

48 hours notice and no (as was suggested) one month notice for 'virgins' makes it virtually impossible to slip in under the radar!

As has been said, JMHO. Those that have Platinums, my Barry friends, amongst them will have a great time and I will be very excited to share in their experience!

Have a great time and treasure every moment!

:-)

[Marilyn]

I wanted to say something in defence of those doing Platinum for the 2nd time as I am. I first did it in 2007 and by the time my 2009 one comes around it will be over 2 years. I did the first one with my husband so had to share Barry's attention with my other half. It was an amazing experience but it was not soley MY experience. In 2009 I am celebrating not only an important birthday but also an imprortant wedding anniversary, a double wammy. Barry is doing a Platinum on the exact date of my anniversary and 3 days after my birthday. My husband asked if I would like to meet Barry alone this time, a special few moments just for me. Now who in their right mind is going to turn that down.
I was very lucky, I logged on right as they went on sale and got my date with no problem. Of course it also helps that I am in the UK and the exchange rate makes it a lot cheaper for us here at the moment too. This time will be the last. I could not justify doing it again even if I could afford to but next year will be very special. We are going to incorporate the Platinum into our annual holiday which we will spend in L.A and Vegas. Its my time, and I intend to make the most of it so please remember that sometimes there are reasons why some fans repeat the experience. Marilyn.

[Denise]

Hi Marilyn

I didn't say no-one should do it again, but it just seemed fair to let first-timers have first pick. A bit like letting the fan club members have first pick of the concert seats before the general public get a chance. Good luck to you if it's something that means that much to you and you can do it. I hope you and Barry enjoy your 2nd encounter!
Denise

[Roxanne Oligny]

Marilyn:

I appreciate what you said about 2nd timers, because I too am a 2nd timer. Now I am all thinking that Barry will be all mad at me because I am doing it again. For starters when I met him the first time I was in a terrible place in my life, I only got to do Platinum because we had a rebate cheque in our province that went out to everyone and I saved mine. and then I had booked to see him just before it was announced he was having hip surgery. That was what clinched it for me. I had to meet him, but I didn't really have the money. I scrimped and saved, and it was a miracle literally that I got to do it. But when I met him I went directly into something called 'hysterical blindness'. That is I was so nervous/anxious to meet him that I could not see anything. I heard every word he said, but I couldnt see. I jabbered on and made no sense, but he was very nice. I felt so bad about myself that I didn't even tell him anything about me.
Now I have a job, I am doing pretty well, and I have been through a lot of positive changes, so I decided to do this one more time. I won't be springing for a third Platinum, I just want one more chance to calm down so I can see the man, and I want to tell him how much of an inspiration he was to me when I was going through my darkest moment over the last few years. I just want to do it right this time. I do feel that first-timers should be given a head start though, maybe a month or even two, and then whatever is left could be up for sale after that. I am now going to worry that Barry will be upset because I am there again, I hope not? And October 7 is the 35th Anniversary of "Mandy", and that was when we 'met', and he saved my life way back when. As a child I was very depressed, and my parents were divorcing, and I was in a strange school, we had moved, and I was on the verge of thinking about 'doing my self in', you know what I mean, like forever as in suicide. Then I heard "Mandy", and somehow his voice gave me the encouragement to go on. so October 9th, 2009 will be my chance to tell him Happy anniversary of that, and to thank him for saving me so long ago. yes sometimes fans repeat Platinum for a reason.

Roxy

[Pat]

Hello Roxanne. After reading your last entry, all I can say to you is go and meet Barry again and enjoy yourself. Life is too short not to. We should try to be happy each and every day that we have on this earth. If meeting Barry again in October, 2009 gives you something positive to hold on to, then you go girl! I sincerely hope it goes well for you and that you walk away with memories that you can enjoy for the rest of your life. Take care.