So, I (for the first time in my 7 year work history...) have actual PAID VACATION DAYS, and just in time for two cons.

First in the Calender: GenCon. If you are a gamer, this is your Mecca. You may not die till you attend at least once. Thing is... its four days long, and I have five days of Vacation to spend. A few buddies I game with on IRC will be in attendance (one lives likt 4 blocks from where it takes place!)

Second on the agenda: Midwest Furfest. I have several friends who will be attending this year, and would love to meet them. Last three days, is about an hour drive away, and costs less than GenCon.

I Wanna attend both, since they are sufficiently spread out date wise, however, I am facing a quandry regarding my allocation of Vacation Days on it. Should I attend GenCon for 4 days, and shell out 80 bucks for the ticket, plus Hotel costs? Or go GenCon two days, shell out 80 bucks anyways, and just crash one night at my buddy's house if he'll let me. (hell, I've clocked at least 120 hours on couches or chairs after late night gaming in my life) and spend another 3 at MFF, which is nice and close by?