Mick,

Last year you claimed couldn't be there because you and The Conklin Celi Band were recording. Will you be bringing evidence to sell? Buy us off by selling us off? This time we are willing to listen to your excuses.

This year if such things threaten your schedule, bring them all here and record in the dining area. Call it:

"Conklin's In The Mess Hall-Alive, Alive-O"

....But be here!