Bits & Pieces

Seems like my days are filled with conference calls and doctor's appointments.

Our monthly budget for co-pays rivals some people's heating bills.

Things were moving along well, and then this weekend happened. Nothing big, just a reminder that we live with a moody teen. Things blew up today. Luckily, she also saw her shrink today. Timing is everything.

Afterward I took her shopping; a little retail therapy for good measure.

The college wasted no time; my job is already listed in the Chronicle. It's been downgraded from "Director" to "Dean," and will report to Bully VP instead of the president. The president floated that idea past me at my annual evaluation in November, and that's when I knew I needed to get out. Thank God the consultants came through with an offer. I am saved.

Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow, meaning six more weeks of winter. Our forecast for tomorrow is 73 degrees.

Courtney had her first taste of venison tonight. She liked it. This is good; we got a ton of the stuff from my brother.

Wasn't the superbowl the best game ever? [especially on a 42-in TV]

Hotflashes suck.

I saw Superbad the other day and loved it.

Congratulations to all newly recognized domestic partnerships in Oregon! Someday, maybe, Virginia will see the light.

I can dream, can't I?

NASCAR starts this weekend. Life goes back to normal.