Ed:

I've been trying hard to make this work with my bank of personal leave hours, but I'm going to have to formally bow out.

I know some of the guys who are coming, and I regret not getting the opportunity seeing them again. I was also looking forward to meeting new friends, and you especially.

If you're going to do this again next year, I'll give it another shot. Lift a glass for me, will you?

- Tom