It still counts, I think, at least in a way, since we are interacting for the first time, and that's often considered meeting. Though it is strange how the meanings of things have changed since computers have become the norm, don't you think? I have to imagine it was much the same when the telephone gained popularity, though I don't actually have first-hand experience of that. It's at least a little before my time.
I hadn't actually put much thought into the carnival. I was only vaguely aware of it until I received notice that I was involved in this auction, though it seems like it should be a good time, I think. Are you excited?