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Elle & I participated in a SpeedDating event last weekend at Dot. I must say, this is the most efficient way to meet people ever. Before starting, everyone gets a spreadsheet which lists stats such as height, age, education, etc. of the dates. Folks, don't expect any romance here. After a 31/2 minute discussion on Lewis Carroll and E.A. Poe, I checked off on Tex who immediately picked up on my Alice in Wonderland stagename. The whole affair was like 20 31/2 minute interviews - a bit overwhelming and very exhausting. But it's a great way to make new friends. When the alcohol kicked in on the last round, the dates seemed cuter and funnier... I think I just checked them all off from that point on. Results come out Wednesday - but Elle & I already exchanged info with the interesting ones. Why wait? Patience is a virtue I'm working on.