I skipped Friday evening (though I'd prepaid for a ticket) because of reports of foul weather. I understand the main tent next to the bandstand which was anchored by 3 foot long stakes was uprooted and blown away. Apparently there was a line at Home Depot on Saturday morning to buy new tents and they were shortly sold out.

Saturday was an unrelentingly hot and sunny day. I applied sun screen about 4 times. It was great to meet up with some of the Chicago Rabble and to meet the Earl of Caithness, chief of Clan Sinclair. Unfortunately there are no pics of his chief's bonnet with the three feathers. By the time AcuteEnigma brought him over to meet the rabble he was dress somewhat casually as you can see. He had with him a large floppy hat to protect him from the sun and was very cordial and down to earth, introduced himself to us as Malcolm.

All in all a great day. A special thanks to Glen C for his hospitality at the Chisholm tent. My dog, Parker, and I were most grateful.

Oh, and Brewboy, IMHO your girlfriend is a definite keeper.