Oh, where to start?!

First, thank you so very much, Angie. I loved meeting you, too. What a pleasure it was! Thank you again - from the bottom of my heart - for your kindness and generosity. You are one very special woman!

I loved being in Boston. It was a tremendous experience. After my first few initial seconds of shyness (I'm an introvert, too, Viva), I was totally fine. I was having such a good time that I didn't really spend any time thinking badly about myself. You all were so right that I would come away from the experience feeling recharged. I have. Thank you, Suz, Viva, Isabel, Jjsloane, and Janet for being so kind and supportive. It was wonderful to meet you, and I had a ball. I hope we can do it again! Maybe soon with the locals.

TraceyLiz65, Alicat, Beth Ann, Adelfa, and Kimberley, thank you all for your words of advice and encouragement. Every bit helped. I read and reread all of the comments Friday night before the meetup, and I must say, I was feeling in a much better place thanks to everyone who responded to my post. Again, thank you all.

I'm so glad you were able to join us, Beth! And what a trooper to keep up with all that walking with your leg! It was wonderful meeting you. I am yet another introvert who somehow manages to feel quite comfortable in a big group -- when it's a group of YLF members! I hope to see you again soon.

Beth, I was apprehensive about my age, size and what to wear to Boston. Those feelings pretty much subsided once I boarded the plane and the meet up was about to happen, realizing those things wouldn't make a difference to the other fabbers. I do still wish I could make myself more outging though - it's hard.
If I do say so, we did a fine job bringing up the rear during the trek from The Rack to Club Monaco! I was coveting your jacket and admiring your determination to enjoy the afternoon despite your bad knee. And you have beautiful skin!

Beth, I just saw this - I'm so sorry you were feeling badly about your weight. What I noticed was your beautiful smile, beautiful style, and friendly demeanor. You were a delight to get to know! You are gorgeous at any weight.

And for a group of supposed "introverts," I thought we all did well talking and chatting up a storm! I saw no shyness whatsoever