Actually, I'm starting to hear talk of other cities holding satellite rallies on the same day as the main event, so maybe you could make it to one of those? I think there are plans for an L.A. rally in the works.

And thanks for the info on Hokkaido Fest! I am actually pretty near the NJ Mitsuwa; I don't know if I'll be able to go this weekend, but I'll try; it looks like fun. MMM CURRY BUNS. |D

And no, we're all right; to be honest, I wasn't even sure what tornadoes you were talking about at first. XD We live in a pretty safe area, fortunately.