Proof That We Play More Than Magic

In case any of you were thinking that the only game I play with friends, and Steve's family, is "Magic: The Gathering" this photo should ease your fears. We went to Steve's mom's house a couple of weekend's ago to celebrate his birthday and we played "Sorry" (pictured) as well as "Guillotine" and "Monopoly Deal".

I'm bushed!

I was pretty good at watching less TV over the last two weeks, instead getting chores done. I ate well, did laundry, vacuumed the house, went grocery shopping, and even had time for some fun. Oh, and I finally watched "Lost" Season 5. I can't wait to see how the show ends! Anyway, writing about fun reminds me that I saw "Despicable Me" yesterday. It took a bit to find the last theater around here that was showing it but I did and it was a very satisfying movie. I laughed a lot and really appreciated the "in jokes" for Science Fiction Fans, James Bond Fans, and adults in general. Other than that, I'm hanging out, talking with my family, and playing games.

I lucked out on Friday and purchased "Monty Python Fluxx", used, for $7.50 at a local game store. I hadn't found it anywhere else for less than $14 so I grabbed it as soon as I saw it. I also picked up a game I hadn't tried yet, but had heard about, called "Chrononauts". It's a bit like the "Fluxx" games, in that the cards change what's going on in the game a lot, but it involves time travel and alternate realities. It is actually three games in one and only cost $5! Steve and I played it last night and it was okay but I think it will be better with more people. I'm psyched to try it again.

I had a great birthday party!

Thank you to everyone who came and I send good thoughts to those of you who missed it. I really had a good time, everyone seemed to enjoy themselves, and we ate lots of yummy food. This party was exactly what I wanted. I was able to spend time with friends, some of whom I hadn't seen in awhile, there was a lot of laughter, and we even played some games. I have uploaded the photo album from the party, and the one from Diana's wedding, so check them out below. I may have goofed up some familial relationship titles, and wasn't sure of a few people's names, so please let me know if you see something. I don't want to insult anyone. I'm pretty tired so I'm going to keep this post short. I just want you to know that I'm very happy. :)

A Quick Update

I haven't posted here in a bit because I've been quite busy. I'm up to my eyeballs in politicians at work because we are ramping up for election season, one of my cousins got married last weekend, and I'm getting ready for my birthday. Woo hoo! I'm doing well, though my radio show isn't getting recorded every week, and am having some fun. I'll post pics from Diana's wedding soon and perhaps from my party. Oh, and I'm listening to Sarah Vowell's "The Partly Cloudy Patriot" on CD. I bought it for $5 at a local used media store. It's awesome. I will post a more detailed review soon. Anyway, I have to head off to work now. I hope you are all well.