MHooch came up with the idea, and I felt compelled to throw it out here.

Since there seem to be so many of us in the area, why don't we plan a party or outing? I can help, but don't have a "regular 9 to 5 schedule," (i.e. carpenter on a case-by-case contract basis) so I'm wondering if any of you might be able to spearhead such a thing while I can still assist from the wings.

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