Awww, Janis, I was hoping you'd make it anyway. Unfortunately, the 2 dates that were not great for you were the best for the most other people. Would it help if you could carpool? I think there may be a couple other people coming from Sacto.

We could also ply you with coffee before you hit the road for home, or why not stay over in SF?

I was thinking I might stay over - I have a voucher for a nice place in Pacifica burning a hole in my pocket. But this class is pretty tiring - 4 hours of lecture plus room set-up, cleaning, etc.

Suppose I could just decide at the last minute - depending on if the class runs over.

How about if I let you off the hook for the potluck? I'm going to put you down for 1 person, and send you the address and directions. After all, who knows when this will happen again?

I notice we've been a positive inspiration to others -- get togethers are being organized in Boston, Chicago, and Dallas!

I'm topping this again. Heard from 2 new people yesterday!

Just topping this to make sure all Fodorites know about our upcoming get together. Can't wait to swap travel tales with fellow travel addicts!

topping for the SF Fodors.....

Kismet, so kind of you to help us out! I just got another straggler today, so I'm topping again.

Marilyn:

Want to come very badly, but unfortunately we have a hiking trip planned for that weekend. We're trying to get as many hikes in as possible before the rains come.

Will be thinking of y'all! Have fun!

Topping for all.

Topping again!

Because it's more fun than watching French-Trashing.