So many thoughts, so little time...
Some memorable moments for me - in no particular order:
Hearing JP and Karla play the guitar - the Bach especially. (I'd also add I'm nowhere near that level of ability on my chosen instrument.)
Actually meeting Karla after talking to her for months on IM.
Meeting Alan after working with him since December. (I swear I'm going to file my daily report today as promised. lol)
Getting a chance to talk to Coach Hale, even if I didn't know enough to ask him any really good questions.
Seeing Kristen's progress pictures as part of Alan's presentation - reading her log and seeing her daily weight posts, you'd think she was making no progress, but the pictures absolutely tell a different story. Keep up the amazing work.
Nick's reaction to tasting the Mardesous 8 - something like "Holy shit this is good!"
The warm and generous reception given us by Nick's family on Sunday - they were most excellent hosts.
John's story about Guido.
Talking some classical music with Bill (though I'm really going to have to research what I'll be writing from now on. lol
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Hearing Tracey sing "My Girl" even if only a line or two - the girl's got soul, no doubt about it.
Being able to sit down to a meal (on separate occasions) with each of the presenters. (That impressed me that they didn't hold themselves aloof from the rest of us.)
I noticed it, but John was the one who'd mentioned it - that at the beginning of the Summit it was like a (junior) high school dance... All the men on one side, and all the women on the other. By the time Saturday night rolled around, people mingled much more freely.
How accepting and friendly everyone was to the first time Summit goers. Next year I plan to overcome my introverted nature and initiate more conversations myself.
Everyone looked great and really happy, though I have to mention Karen's avatar doesn't do her justice.
The crowd's reaction to my section of Alan's presentation.
Still standing after Coach Hale's 30 minute workout.
Going to 24 hour fitness with Karla, Dave, Elisabeth and Kathy. Even though we didn't work out together, it was fun being in the gym with like-minded folks.
Going to Chubby's on two separate occasions, late into the night. The first run was a bit more memorable with 80 Cent and Tom the waiter, but they were both great times out.
Tasting Boulevard's beers (KC's local brewery). They do a fine job, and I liked the Maibock particularly.
I'm sure there are others, but that's a good list on its own.