In fact, I am embarrassed when I tell a person that, "yes, I went, didn't catch anything, but had a fine time." Somehow, I feel they will not understand. And, conversely, somehow, I think you might.
JC - Great article and I especially liked the above quote. Maybe it is because I have been at this a long time too, but this really resonated with me. The older I get the more value I place on the "going" than the getting.

Rick