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Yeah! It's kind of odd to be hoping to have a condition with such a dangerous sounding name, but if I am understanding correctly, the alternatives are probably worse!

Yes, I think the mousse cake would be most welcome! The mousse cake bearer would be welcome as well! I'm leaning towards the weekend that straddles October and November, unless someone seriously wanting to come can't make that and can make the one before or after.