Oh sweet jesus, that's big.

From left to right:

Huinesoron, Kaitlyn, Matt Cipher, Iximaz, foofooman3, Scapegrace, Geeky Gal, CodeCom, The Irish Samurai, and Novastorme. In the background: a petrified tree that we used as our meeting point.

Thank you to everyone who attended. We all had a great time, and it was... well, I admit I had been terrified out of my mind the night before. I don't go out as myself all that much, and I had horrendous nightmares about being shunned for coming in clothing that reflected my real gender rather than the one I had been assigned at birth. Those fears were totally irrational, but the feeling I got when I realised they were totally unfounded, that I could be me around the people I care about?

It means a lot.

I lack the words to express how much.

Thank you. =]

—Wait, what do you mean we're not having a Pern sing-along? Aw.

Sigh. So sad we couldn't be there this year. Looks like it was a good group! I will look forward to pictures and reports and whatever else comes out of it. ^_^

As for a Midwest US Gathering, there's always Chicago! We are centrally located for all major forms of transportation! {= D

~Neshomeh

Team hS and Team Ix are present by the petrified tree in front of the NHM.

hS

Everyone, please be aware that the Circle line is closed through South Kensington, and the District line too from South Ken to points west. You can still reach the station on the Piccadilly line, and I assume the District from the east? Not positive there.

One hour to go!

hS

I'm still yawning, but I was so excited I couldn't get back to sleep.

My family is very excited and we'll be heading out early today, too—hopefully, my back won't gove me too much trouble. :)