Thirty years later, I was struck by how much we are the same. Yes, somewhat grayer, somewhat wider and definitely slower, our time together felt like not a day had gone by. Of course, each of us has changed inside and out, but somehow together, without trying, the dynamics and energy of the group felt the same. What can I say, it was fun getting together with my classmates. I am already looking forward to doing it again in 5 years.

Speaking of get-togethers, as you read this, we are at the autumnal session of the AAMI Sterilization Standards meetings. There are always big issues on the docket, but this Fall seems to have more than its share, as new work groups kick-off on endoscope reprocessing and human factors in reprocessing. Also proposed is a work group on loaners - another big issue to be sure.