Yep, sop is a southern word...you got it...sop up the juices, gravy, etc
Even though I'm from the south, I do NOT like to sop - yuk!!
I've been wondering the EXACT same thing about when to go to palo...looking at the menus and trying to get the thing pegged as to the best time...you know, making sure we get all 3 on the first nights, and how all this dinner theme/menu stuff works!

LOL
How old is Aaron?? My Kendell is 7 (I'm thinking they're close in age). If we decide to do Palo on the same night, we could hook the boys up.
OH - I just went and checked the manifest - the boys are the same age, and we're on the same deck and late seating as you guys!! Cool!!
What are you planning to do - go to Palos earlier or near your regular dining time? Not wanting to butt in on your dinner (not even sure if we're going to do it or not), but you know what I mean? I think I'm rambling...
Diana