And, without doubt, one of the best weekends I've spent with a bunch of on-line acquaintances who magically became good friends! I'm honored to know every single one of you.

 Genesisw - You helped put this community together, and it's taken so much effort. I'm also so grateful you've included me! Thanks for the 500 year diary... (now I have to figure out how to "take it with me!" - I'll be consulting Uriel or Dusty on that). Thanks, as well, for the awesome pizza party!!!! Woo hoo!
 HollieHyena - Hugs all around - you're an awesome lady, a fabulous baker, but also very kindhearted and welcoming. Thanks for the "eagle" gift and the kids loved the toys...
 Gens_Uriel - I got so much out of talking to you. Thanks for talking the tough subjects and for the kind words. I felt it was some of the best time I spent at MP, talking to you and ...
 Merrihop - If was truly fabulous to meet you, and you are such a pleasure to talk with! Thank you so much for the advice and information. It's my hope that what you told me will do some good. Next year, I promise NOT to accidentally eat your sandwich!
 Foxenawolf - Thanks for the commission and your willingness to work with me to make the amazing things you've already done for me even better!
 Kittybird - You are such an amazing spirit of energy and friendliness! It was so much fun getting to talk to you! Thank you for the shinys!
 KiaRancourt - Thanks for coming to the party and showing me the amazing works of art you produce! We'll definitely have to catch up in the future on a project! It was so great to talk to you IRL.
 rancourt - It was a real honor to finally meet you, and you are just as kind and thoughtful in person as in channel and on Facebook. Very pleased to meet you and enjoy your marvelous, hand-crafted beverage! I've never had its equal in a cola.
 RosemaryTeatree - I think I'll remember that demanding stare for awhile... and next time I'll know how I'm supposed to say hello! Thanks for sharing with me!
 adtuna1192 Wolfteller! Thanks for hanging with me at the play and other times! Great conversations and, remember, kill the writer's block and just get it done! You can do it!
 Beaglederp It was great to get to meet you, and you have my prayers and my friendship, in Christ. God bless you and yours.
 starallon So great to know such an awesome baker! Thanks for sharing your gifts!
 FermentedSkunk Ferm! Great talking to you and spending some time getting to know you! Hope to see you next time!
 Usaden Jaezel! Best of success on the degree program, and it was great talking to you!
 UncannyDynamo - Thank you very much for sharing not only your ideas with me, but your own amazing personal story. I pray you continue to have a wonderful and speedy recovery, and ... that you get a new laptop! :)
 SK-1 So, a bear walks into a hotel room, sniffs the pizza, and lies down in the middle of the room - and everyone thinks it's completely normal! A moment of con-awesomeness etched forever, man! The suit is awesome, by the way. Hope to talk to you more, next time!
If there is someone I missed, please (a) remind me and (b) forgive me - I'll chock it up to con-burnout.

All in all I'm just so grateful to everyone for being so open and friendly. Can't wait to see you again!

Eagle...