One of the best points I've ever heard about the U.S. presidency was from an interview with Alan Greenspan, who worked with quite a range of U.S. presidents of both parties. I wish I had the direct quote (but I was reading the interview while waiting in a doctor's office).

Anyway, he said that ...

I'm definitely still in, and can offer up my place for a few folks to stay overnight if needed, and we could change there, or in my office on campus (a short walk from the parade--small office, but should be sufficient for changing /storage purposes.

John

Yeah, I think there shouldn't be too much problem w/ lodging! I know it's a crowded weekend, but Columbia has built up so many hotels/motels just in the last couple of years that there are many more rooms. Plus, as I mentioned, we can have a number of folks crash at our space on the spare bed ...

I don't think there will be any tomato throwing at Vader...though that WOULD make you look like the Target "Lava Vader" action figure, Tim :"-)

Things are starting to move on the organizational front, I hope to know more about the possiblities re: the parade soon!
John

LOL! All are welcome...but I refuse to show anyone else how a TK takes a leak!

As much as I've been trying to get into one of the sororities here (seems being a guy precludes membership :( I can offer a place to stay for 2-3 folks. We have a spare bedroom, and also anyone who wants to bring a sleeping bag is welcome to floorspace.

We also have a fold-out couch, so we could ...

I would definitely be up for this!
John

Rhonda--
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Let me know if there is anything I can do,
John
TK-4284

That's ok...I've only been in MO for 5 or so years...not a true tiger yet--so no MO/Kansas grudge here