CROSSERs, you have been busy since I was away from the boards -- for, among other things, a wonderful POW WOW in Santa Fe.

Sue and Tom, welcome back! We'll be neighbors. John and I are in 726.

Kathy, I hadn't thought about the time changes, giving us 25 hour days! How great is that? All the better to enjoy CROSS -- and sleep in without guilt.

JoAnn, I haven't given it thought recently, but I think I'll be in for bridge. Can we stay a little loose about the plans, to see what all is scheduled on board? I don't want to miss anything! Warning about my bridge abilities: I'm definitely a recreational player, not a serious competitor. Full disclosure up front. John is not a bridge player, so he won't be joining us. No telling what he will find to get involved with.