Ramblings of an itinerant rocket scientist...

Thanks for the suggestions :). Granted, at a discussion group some of these aren't applicable (it wasn't *that* kind of discussion group (giggle))... and I knew at least a third of the people there, several with whom I feel very close (ordinarily...). But getting there earlier and helping in setup would have at least given me early dibs on a place to sit. (nods)