I'm sure Hypatia won't mind if you drag her out the door and into the streets for a shopping spree.
BTW, I've PM'd Lynn to ask if she or Lar wants to post as part of the conference start-up. Let's all think happy thoughts and wish reaaaaal hard. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggrin.gif" alt="" />
Anyway, I'm ready to open the conference room doors (for the reception and refreshments 19:00) whenever everyone says they are ready.
