Hello to all: I had been hoping to attend this year. Living on the SE coast of NC brings activity during the hurricane season. My house got hit with the floodwaters. On the 24th I have to deal with claims and repairs.

Been living here for 20 years. I'm wrapping up a real estate/economic development career in the public sector. My ex-wife and I raised four tremendous kids here. In August, I was blessed with my first grandchild.

Best to everyone; Saturday will be a great time and I wish I could be there to enjoy it.