Rosie,
Thanks but I did not make the mailbox.........that was made for me...... Yes, wouldn't it just be great to have get together with everyone and really get to know each other? I would sure be willing to make the trip. Husband and I traveled quit a lot the first five years after he retired. so had my share for a while but think that I would be ready in a flash to travel if I could meet my friends!
I do think that group size matters, large groups can be nice but I just like the smaller ones......seems like people are more friendly (have time to be, lol) and it is easier to get to know the people in group.
Ok, I am off to get my evening coffee, take care and do write again......hugs.