Ross, you're fine!!! As the first storyteller, you're the one who brought my lame instructions to my attention (that the "Thread Tools" thing didn't work). Sorry I didn't send you an email, but figured my public thanks/hug would let you know you're IN!!!!
Again, sorry for any confusion.
Best of luck to all the entrants! This is a wonderful thread and I'm enjoying every bit of it. Keep them coming!!!