Lack of Pennsic panic

There's been no Pennsic panic around these parts because there will be no Pennsic for me or, by default, the 'Fink as well. My left foot is still swollen and sore from last month's bike tumble and walking/standing for great periods of time is painful. I am sad to miss such a fun event and relieved to miss such a stressful event. I'm also glad that I got to see my Ohio teammates in June so I didn't have to miss seeing them this year.

Instead of checking that my tent poles aren't allowing leaks during thunderstorms, finding Japanese beetles in my sheets, fretting about dropping my soap in the sump (which isn't that big a worry these days since our camp shower has a beautifully built floor), and putting on shoes to go do the necessary, I will watch the Olympics, oversee the installation of our new front door, visit the orthodontist who had to reschedule today's appointment, and luxuriate in not having to put on shoes to go to the bathroom.

So. Y'all have fun. Bring back lots of pictures and stories and tell me about all the wonderful stuff you purchased. I am more than a bit envious about you who can snatch up the new Billy & Charlie brooch...