Your enthusiasm is showing! I am so glad that you had a grand time on your first retreat. I too was just thrilled when I made the time to go to my guild's retreat. Having concentrated time dedicated to just one, or two or in your case 11 projects makes one feel like you are really accomplishing something. The help from others, comments, encouragement and just building of friendships over a meal or a quilting challenge or accomplishment is worth the $100.
Get your pen ready for the next sign-up!!