I'd like to clarify that this get-together is my annual summer event for family and friends. The 'empeg realm' is invited (because you're all so cool) but this is by no means an 'empeg meet'. The conversations are guaranteed to be wide ranging.
Talk tech all you like, but the group will be very diverse.

Come on up, shoot a gun, fly a kite, play with kids, or do whatever you like!

Oh BTW- cell coverage has increased over the last couple years, too. I think they installed a repeater on Mt. Hamilton or something.
I get a good signal on my Verizon phone.
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