If the weather is decent, I am planning on bringing the boys down to the race Sunday. If I feel decent, I will bring my Trek and take a shot at the beginner's race. I will probably back out once I see it, but 1/2 hour of agony can be good for the spirit.

There is no doubt cyclocross racing is hard and painful, but it's also sort of fun. I think you'll be glad you did it. If your wearing the GTC colors, all the GTC crowd will be cheering for you *AND* Scott (pro-wrench from Addictive Cycles) will be in the pits to support you too.