But Venus, you are a good er...witch... aren't you?
I promise I will behave when live and in person as usual.
Said: Don't feel alone, I've never been to one of these things either.
OK, now in ALL seriousness [dead-pan seriousness I might add].
We REALLY are one big loving family and there is total respect and admiration one for the other. We have tons in common and we know each other from the site more than you would think.
Yes it's amazing to put a real name and a face and a voice with a screen-name. It takes a while, and we all forget a name here and there.
But truly truly I say unto you, these events are truly magnificent, invigorating and rejuvenating.
Please everyone, even if you have to crawl to get there, you ARE LOVED and RESPECTED. Even if you are painfully shy. PLEASE consider going. It is truly magical on every level.
OK, now back to my topical, frivolous, ridiculous screen persona....