Hi, Lance, welcome to LCing and this forum! Pleased to meet you! And don't worry, you've got the protocol, such as it is, exactly right!

I too live west of Denman near the park - it's gorgeous, isn't it? And I love the 'villagy' atmosphere on Denman and Davie Streets. I was born and raised in the West End, and moved back here a couple of years ago after being away from the neighbourhood for over 25 years. It's changed a lot from when I was a kid, but I still love it!

There are a few of us Vancouverites who meet fairly regularly for coffee, dinners out, potlucks, etc. In fact, it's about time we got together again! I'm working through this weekend (yet again, but it should be the last one for a while), but if people are up for it, how's about coffee next weekend? The 28th or 29th? Wa'il, Karen, anyone????

Rachel