I'm so happy you joined, Donna!
Guys, it doesn't have to be an even number. Everyone will all get a buddy. You don't necessarily (and probably won't) get who gets you.
Say there are 3 (odd number) - Mary, Sue, Steve
Steve can have Sue, Sue can have Mary, Mary can have Steve. See how that works?
ETA: Also, I just PM'd Admin. I don't think it is bugging him to PM him. As you say, he's busy and may need a reminder.