Well, I also went to the Gathering. And yes it was just Blazing HOT. That part seemed to take away all the joy. I enjoyed seeing all the quilts.( something I will never be able to do and quite frankly do not want to do) I sew for the joy of sewing and not all my projects are successful. It is just for the fun...really a hobby. I also agree that it was a disappointment. I had to walk a mile from the parking garage..(probably a good thing haha) and there were no show specials..they always make one feel good. I am not so sure I will attend such a large gathering again. I think I will try some smaller quilt club ones.