Well, I loved every minute I was there.

Where I live I am starved for folk music and the Fest is a big deal for me.

Buskers who block traffic annoy me a lot; it is so hard to get around as it is. Otherwise I think they are fine.

Although I could have done with the half-assed rockers who set up right by my volunteer station and drowned out the lovely Andean band playing there.

Genie, thanks for the tips and it was great to see you.

Stewart, you wouldn't remember me but we actually met at a Mudcat gathering some years ago. I am not sure I want to think about how many. You still sing great. (yes, I was at the tribute thing.)

I am discovering I need to pace myself and go lie down for awhile and take a break.

I think the amount of coordination this Fest takes is a behemoth undertaking; there are 5000 volunteers alone. The full staf of the Seattle Center for 4 days +.

Lots of people go for the ethnic food and I enjoy looking at the pretties for sale although I can't afford them. They are crafters; an art in and of itself.

It is PNW Folk Life: music, dance, art exhibits, workshops, etc.

I enjoyed seeing everyone there who I have ever met.