To add to this, I want to see everyone check in on the forums on a regular basis. Yes, we can look to see when you last logged on.
On yellow and red dots, if you have a good reason for going yellow or red, let either Roland or myself no ASAP. Try to always have a sitter set up beforehand, but we know there are some situations that come up that don't allow for any planning (like ice storms that knock the power out in the entire metro area. Damn Ice!!!!!). However, don't think this is an easy out. I can smell BS from a mile away.