I would love to be able to go, but I have been told under no uncertain terms will I be going to Ireland before or without my wife (she is Irish, after all). As much as I would like to bring her along, that is just way too much money for my wounded bank account to even contemplate right now.

However, I am definitely planning on taking another class next year in Kentucky (provided Larry decides to have one).

Hi all and thanks a lot for your sympathy (empathy ?).
Donna, my thoughts go to you as well in those times of family worries.
I would love to come to the Ireland class. Actually my goal is to go to some Larry's painting class so if there is a new one in 2009 (in Ireland or Kentucky) I am almost certain to be part of it. The only condition will be determined by the date (and money of course but I think I can solve this). I think Ireland will be a drawing class therefore I look forward to knowing more about an eventual painting class in 2009.