Actually Thimble, I did have my screen name on, it is my last name and my name tag included my first name.
Perhaps next time we can plan a meet up at the event? I do not think I will be at the Ottawa conference next year, but when it comes West again, we should make a plan.
Did you participate in any of the lectures or workshops? I was able to attend the evening lectures after my volunteer shift was over. I also on Friday morning, was on site at 7:30 am, and was able to walk through and see all the quilts with no crowds around. some were spectacular.