Two great post, Steve. You made me feel--almost--as if I had actually been to the convention. You also expressed some of my feelings when it comes to trading. I don't have nearly as much knowledge of chip values as I would like to have. I, and probably others, am rather hesitant about trading for fear of insulting someone, or feeling awkward refusing a trade. I was never a good salesman because of the same feelings--I couldn't close a sale.

I hope that by next year's convention that I have both more knowledge, and more courage. Also I might carry a TCR under my arm.<G>

Kerry