I haven't commented lately, but wanted to wish you well. I hope you are well on your way to recovery! (Two people on my flist have had their gall bladders removed this year, interestingly enough.)

When they extended the deadline for the conference I bit the bullet and sent in an abstract. (I have a paper on Samuel Delany that needs presenting.) I hope they accept me; it looks like a terrific event. Best of luck with your proposal.