Oh, the bug has hit! I really don't want to use a lot of chemicals, so the df96 seemed like a really good solutions, but then I found some instructions for developing with beer, or instant coffee, both of which require fixer. So. Now I have fixer, too. Hopefully you'll be able to get back into it soon, too, but I agree that the fewer chemicals in a house the better.
Thanks for the positive feedback! I have more cameras and at least 10 more rolls of film to go through.