This time next week I will be frantically throwing everything I can think of into (hopefully) two big suitcases and one carry-on. Why? Southern Comfort Conference is upon us once again! I'll be heading to Atlanta for a few days of catching up with old friends, enjoying warmer weather than Connecticut boasts at the moment, and of course doing makeup! I've been booking appointments since May and am pleased to see I'll get to spend time with many of the same people as in past years. There are some new people coming to see me as well, and I'm also very glad for the opportunity to meet them, hear their stories, and form new friendships.

SCC has many positive features. It attracts a variety of people from many places; it is in fact one of the largest gender conferences in the US. As such, the programming at SCC is diverse, and there is sure to be something for everyone on the seminar schedule. For those who want to go out in Atlanta, there's no shortage of friendly restaurants and clubs in and around the city. There is also a large shopping mall across the street. I've never met anyone who regretted attending SCC.

For more information about Southern Comfort, visit their website: www.sccatl.org