This evening, I unwrapped and broke in my holiday present from my sister. I lost both games, but that’s okay because I usually lose at Settlers of Catan. Ah well. I had fun anyway, and it was a great way to take my mind off the fact that Dawn went home earlier this evening. (Bah.)

All in all? Not too shabby of a weekend. Now for a fun-filled work-week, oh joy!

We just got back from Mari’s birthday party, and I’m pleased to say that a good time was had by all. Lil’ couldn’t make it on account of migraine, darn-it-all, but Geoffrey put in an appearance (and graciously gave two non-driving folk a ride home!), Lyse was there for the duration, and a bunch of Mari’s other friends (including Leopoldo, who I’ve met before, but I never managed to put two-and-two together until now to realize that I’ve been to his website a few times) were there as well. We ate meatloaf, as threatened promised, though we only had two loafs to choose from because the third made a mad dash for freedom. We snacked, we enjoyed desserts, and we played games. All in all, it was a rousing good time.

Happy Birthday, Mari! I hope you had a fun evening with your friends.

This evening Dawn and I went out to dinner with Sis and her hubby. We went to Koji, which is where you go when you want sushi. I chickened out and had teriyaki steak, but nobody really held it against me. We had a good time, I’d say, and the food was quite good.

Afterward I stopped by the hotel room where Granddad and his wife are staying while in town to see Sis. He’s looking and sounding old and tired, I’m afraid. It’s a bit disconcerting to see that someone you’ve known your whole life is now trailing an oxygen tube hither and yon. Ah well.

Tomorrow we’re heading out for Mari’s birthday shindig, which should serve as a lively cap to a busy and fun vacation time!