I agree and don't let the word "Champion" scare you away.  You do not need to be at your goal weight to attend.  You will learn a lot while having fun.  It is completely out of my comfort zone to go to an event alone where I don't know anyone.  I had only communicated with a couple of folks on this website who attended but still didn't know the real situation I was walking into.  It was the best time!  It made a big difference in my transformation.  I'm looking forward to this event.

Sharon,

I know what you mean.  I am nervous and excited at the same time.  Although being on the GB and here (not as frequently) I feel like i know a few people, it will still be weird but fun as well.

I am not at all embarassed to say that I am bummed that I don't think SteveFlyingHighGuy is going ... I really would have liked to have met him.

That is of course, coupled with the sadness that I didn't go last year and meet Mike while I had the chance.

Time until Thursday, October 7, 2010 (Nashville time)

8   days

196   hours

11793   minutes

707629   seconds

LOL!  Ok...NOW who is excited. :-)

Everyone, you still have until Friday to join us!