The first day has truly been joyous. It was a good idea to come in Sunday. The price of paying the room for one additional evening was far outweighed by the ability to get settled in before the majority of the brothers arrived. I would have to say the host hotel is amazing, though costly. It was probably one of the best showers I have ever taken & one of the best beds I have ever slept in. Though every amenity is available they are with a cost. Brothers were dismayed to learn of the $16 a night parking & the $5 a day exercise center usage. One must take in account we are here to do the work of Sigma. You can hit the weights when you get back home. Brothers are being just that at this time very brotherly. Everyone is introducing themselves, some more than once and treating younger brothers to many things. I was privileged enough to meet Brother Les Brown. He is truly an amazing man. I am not saying that just because he catered my entire entourage to dinner. Upon being introduced to him he asked if myself and line brother would like to join him for dinner along with our Sigma Betas and Presidential Candidate Bro Jonathan Mason. These young men were very happy to oblige. The dinner was amazing consisting of delicacies from Ahi Tuna Tar Tar to Swordfish and even Filet Mignon. Many of the foods on the menu I had never experienced. Being a culinary lover I seemed more excited at times than the Sigma Betas. Following dinner we went for a walk of the downtown area. Beyonce was in concert though I was unable to find her hotel room. She did call me before hand but I misplaced her information. All in all it was a good day and I look forward to seeing the rest of the you when you get to town.
Brother Occasio Gee
VP AAHSigma – Conclave Delegate
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