The final full day of my trip started with a nice late start. I was finally able to sleep in and catch up on the sleep that I had been deprived of each morning thus far. Normally, I only get four days at the Gathering, so this was kind of a “bonus” day.
I’ll admit that I used to go for the whole ten days, and I couldn’t get enough of the convention, but in my old age, I’m generally pretty good with four to five days. While I was still excited to be with my friends and playing the new games, I was also mentally ready to go home. I know – it sounds crazy – but my shorter trips also prevents me from tiring of the event; I always want slightly more, and that raises my excitement about coming back the next year.
