As I said before...............I am absolutely green with envy and desire to join you all. Shit.........a ride from our Kath........but it just isn't in the cards. I will be with you in spirit though.........but the aul Mick will be in a hotel in the middle of a program. And just 5 days after me birthday......As I said before, tip a few for me.

Barry, I knew that already. As I read your story in the other thread, I decided not to respond to it, because I didn't want to take away from its poigniancy. I know these things exist, and have seen some of these bastards. But I need to tell you, the overwhelming majority of those of us who trod the path, attempting to bring social justice to the workplace are driven by our morals and our sense of honor. By every measuring stick available, no matter who does the study, the bulk of Organized labor is clean and free of influence of the stinking mob. Please believe that from a man who has been doing this for 23 years now.

Enough of the thread creep. I hope you all enjoy your party......and my darling Anna, your hospitality is legendary and only exceeded by the size of your heart. Maybe we can do something if THE FAIR ONE makes it into the country in early October.

Love to you and Glen,

Big Mick