Hello, I'm gonna sound like a nervous nellie, but I have a TMNT #1 first printing with signature(s) and a drawing by either Eastman or Laird. It was pristine when I bought it back around 1991 and I've kept it sealed in plastic ever since. I'm afraid to even take it out to inspect it, let alone send it via the mail (to get it graded).
It looks like I'm already too late this year for events in the Chicago area where CGC is attending. I guess my question is, should I wait until I can find an event to meet with CGC in person?