Lexington Vape Meet Met with Opposition from Univ. of Ky Antz Professor
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So, here's a shout-out to Lexington. The suspense is killing me!
- How was your vape-meet?
- Did Ellen Hahn show up to be appreciated by her fans?
- Any interesting stories to share?
i had a wonderful time. i won a sample pack from the mom and pop vapor shop.
there was no drama during my visit. i had to leave early though.
There was no opposition that I saw. I haven't run the numbers yet, but we had a great turnout including several people who said they heard about it from TV and wanted to see if Vaping could help them quit smoking. We made sure they all left with a kit and also made sure they knew how to use it. We even converted our DJ! The only disappointing thing to me was our CASAA donation didn't get much. But I'll be sending you a check for $75 ASAP.
Overall, for our 1st stab at running a large meet, I'm pleased with the results. I think everyone who came from vendors to attendees had a good time.
Overall, for our 1st stab at running a large meet, I'm pleased with the results. I think everyone who came from vendors to attendees had a good time.
If everyone had fun ... then it was a success.
Having fun is what it's all about. The pubic is seeing
more and more vapers smiling and having fun ...
and not hearing anything about anyone ever ever being harmed.
Oh, yeah ... no smell or maybe a hint of mint in the air ...
Doesn't scare many into thinking about 2nd hand vape.
Especially, when caught in bumper to bumper traffic with
the window down ... behind an 18-wheeler !!
I'm not surprised there were no one there causing problems ...
Cowards prefer to spout-off when there's little chance of anyone
being around to call them lairs ... to their smug little faces.
Having fun is what it's all about. The pubic is seeing
more and more vapers smiling and having fun ...
and not hearing anything about anyone ever ever being harmed.
Oh, yeah ... no smell or maybe a hint of mint in the air ...
Doesn't scare many into thinking about 2nd hand vape.
Especially, when caught in bumper to bumper traffic with
the window down ... behind an 18-wheeler !!
I'm not surprised there were no one there causing problems ...
Cowards prefer to spout-off when there's little chance of anyone
being around to call them lairs ... to their smug little faces.
Tuned into this thread a bit late but as a native Kentuckian and graduate of the University of Kentucky, very pleased to see the successful event in Lexington. Although it has been several years since being at UK I was disappointed in the position taken by one of its professors - and even more so because of her health field background. But I personally don't believe her position represents that of her employer. And, even though this has been mentioned in a prior post, the below indicates that her position is not representative of all in Kentucky.
Elaine,
The Vape Meet was awesome!! Really great people and great vendors too!!
And as was posted above, E. H. didn't show up- wasn't even a peep from any ANTZ.
I had to get a "smoking room," but when I checked in the lady at the desk asked me why, if I was vaping and not smoking- anyway, she told me that putting me in a smoking room was the craziest thing she had heard and she put me in a non-smoking room instead (said, "let's just keep this between you and me.").
Stayed up until 3:30AM talking to fellow vapers....just getting home after all of it. Wow, I recommend anyone who's a vaper to go to one of these- certainly not disappointing!!
The Vape Meet was awesome!! Really great people and great vendors too!!
And as was posted above, E. H. didn't show up- wasn't even a peep from any ANTZ.
I had to get a "smoking room," but when I checked in the lady at the desk asked me why, if I was vaping and not smoking- anyway, she told me that putting me in a smoking room was the craziest thing she had heard and she put me in a non-smoking room instead (said, "let's just keep this between you and me.").
Stayed up until 3:30AM talking to fellow vapers....just getting home after all of it. Wow, I recommend anyone who's a vaper to go to one of these- certainly not disappointing!!
I think it's wonderful that even though she had no intention of saving any lives, Ms. Hahn was instrumental in getting some smokers curious enough to come to your meet and learn about better options than "keep using the stuff that never worked for you in the past."
I understand that some folks might have seen the story about the meet on TV and did not see the earlier interview with Ms. H. However, had she not made such a big stink, you might not have gotten your story out on TV.
I hope you got some contact information on the folks you gave kits to so that if they need any help adjusting, they can get it. Maybe 6 months down the line if they have stayed smoke free, you can tell them the background and suggest they write a note to Ms. Hahn, thanking her for bringing this wonderful alternative to their attention.
I understand that some folks might have seen the story about the meet on TV and did not see the earlier interview with Ms. H. However, had she not made such a big stink, you might not have gotten your story out on TV.
I hope you got some contact information on the folks you gave kits to so that if they need any help adjusting, they can get it. Maybe 6 months down the line if they have stayed smoke free, you can tell them the background and suggest they write a note to Ms. Hahn, thanking her for bringing this wonderful alternative to their attention.
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For the Lexington Vape Meet, some stats: Abby just told me we had 19 smokers, 25 non-vapers, Several people refused to sign in (sighting privacy concerns), but we had 120 sign the roster. Ages ranged from 18-68. We had 38 female, and 82 male. Also tracked from those who chose to disclose, as of yesterday the people in that room have avoided 365,475 cigarettes by switching to vaping. I thought that was a neat stat.
Great job guys, I think Hahn is running a one woman campaign of ignorance in the name of continued funding from my ex-employers and other BP interests.
Vape meet was GREAT!!! Fazed and friends did an outstanding job!! You couldnt tell this was the first one that was organized in this area! Lots of good vendors showed with great stuff...and a new LOCAL juice maker (Cody of Posiedon) who makes GREAT fruity juices won me over as a new customer!
There was no sign of Ghengis Hahn or her (imaginary?) crew of cronies. And the folks that were at the meet were all a pleasure to chat and vape with!
I will definately be looking forward to the next meet (formal or informal)..... My hat goes off and a hearty handshake to all that made it happen.
There was no sign of Ghengis Hahn or her (imaginary?) crew of cronies. And the folks that were at the meet were all a pleasure to chat and vape with!
I will definately be looking forward to the next meet (formal or informal)..... My hat goes off and a hearty handshake to all that made it happen.
I have mixed feelings about this. I would have given them points if they asked to come along and provided free patches and resources for counseling. The fact that they didn't participate says to me they care nothing about public health.
Sounds like all went well...very happy to hear that! FYI, for those who suggested notifying Hahn's employer of her actions...I'm sure she is tenured, which means she can be a murderer and still keep her job. Most she'd get is a slap on the wrist for using University letterhead.....
Poseidon makes some great juices...I'm a huge fan of Athena. As a new-ish vaper his juices have set the standard for me when it comes to simple yet complex fruity flavors.
Yes and no. I work at the same university with her. And I have reported the incident to the Ethics committee. She may be tenured as a professor - and unlikely they would keep her from teaching - but her position as Director of the KY Tobacco-free Center could be up for grabs if she continues her power-hungry ways. That is a staff position and has no tenured guarantees
In this economy, I'd hate to see anyone actually fired - but she definitely needs to be put in her place and told that her authority has a strong boundary and does not go beyond the confines of the campus.
If put into a single year that is over 1000 cigarettes a day!!!! 
I knew it would go well! Congratulations to you guys!
I knew it would go well! Congratulations to you guys!
If put into a single year that is over 1000 cigarettes a day!!!!
I knew it would go well! Congratulations to you guys!
That is over 1,800 cartons and about $100,000 that will NOT be split between Big Tobacco, Big Government, & their "friends" at Big Pharma.
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