The march to 8,000 backers hasn't been as fast as we've all hoped, but the typical mid-campaign stall hasn't gripped the campaign (though it's assuredly coming at some point). The numbers continue to inch forward which is a good sign, and we've hit 5,000 backers. I honestly didn't think we'd hit 5,000 until the final three days based on the initial trajectory. I am very happy to have been proven wrong.