Footnote: This section of my web page is a couple years old. Shortly after attending, I took the time to reflect on the things that happened, the emotions I experienced, and the people I met. This was very helpful for me as a way to digest the unexpected rush of emotions. Today much of what I wrote seems more quaint than profound, but I leave these writings in place for those of you who might be interested in understanding the kinds of feelings which come forth after a lifetime of hiding.