Of course New Yorkers seem passionate about a desire to keep the Freddies in New York, but I will note that:

* Freddies in COS were alot of fun, and Randy & Co were exceptionally gracious hosts at the House of Miles. Wyndham did a fabulous job, too.

* We're FTers for goodness sakes, what's wrong with a little travel to an event?

* The location of the event isn't really designed to attract us though Randy has been very generous in inviting us to participate and even picking up our tab. How neat is it that the traveling public gets to participate not just in voting but in being present for the awards? And mingling with the program staff? It's a thrill, truly, and one I think we all ought to appreciate - no matter where Randy decides to hold the event.

A big ^ ^ ^ to the sponsors as well who make it possible!