I've lived in this area since 1989 and we've been very lucky. Everyone talks about Kate that hit in the mid 80's. It was a strong category 1 but I remember 2004 being pretty bad even with just tropical storms. We are keeping an eye on Dean.
No, I didn't get to go to the RT this year. Did you? No one around here that I know has heard of Cathe. I have loaned some of my dvds to some of my friends but most think she is too hard!!