Well, it's official. I competed in my first meet in 40 years this past Sunday -- and it was totally awesome!!!! Of course, I had to pull a "noob" trick and ended up totally missing my first event, but I won't repeat that mistake. My other two events went off without a hitch and I swam much faster than I thought I could/would. :)
I've caught the racing fever and am already signed up for the next event that takes place April 1, and with the encouragement of some USMS Forumites, I signed up for three events at Spring Nationals. Woo-hoo!