You have a very active SunshineMinis club in your area. They have a lot of members who have had MINIS/Minis for a long time.
http://www.sunshineminis.org/
As for the NAM forum...just be careful...they are not nearly as friendly as 1ADDICTS.
I am also in the ATLMINIS club here in the ATL. If you plan a visit in the area please let us know and a number of us will be glad to meet you and show you around and have a little fun.
http://atlantaminis.proboards32.com/index.cgi?board
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