My costume has changed per George's request. I will now be wearing the Black "Post-Senate Gown" from Episode I. I am a little bummed not to be wearing the Picnic gown. But at leat I will be warm.

Here are the facts about the Parade that I know now:

- There will be 3 Queens. They will be wearing the Red Senate gown, Black Post Senate gown, and the Packing dress. Also on the Naboo float will also be Aayla Secura and Luminara.

- There will be an Endor float with Ewoks and Chewie.

- The marching band will be in between the two floats along with the 200+ Stormtroopers from all over the world. (so excited to see them march.)

- I will not be sleeping on Dec 31st. And I will be very tired on Jan 1st.

- There will be about 20 costumed charaters from the Star Wars movies including Boba Fett and Darth Maul. There will be no Expanded Universe characters marching in the parade.

- George will be the Grand Marshall and will be doing the coin toss for the football game.

I'm sure I know much more but I can't think of anything right now. If anyone has any questions please let me know and I will be happy to answer them. And if you plan on being at the parade I will be non-camera side on the float. So, make sure you are on the west side of the parade route so you can wave back at me.