A little levity for TGIF

Don't hate him 'cuz he's fabulous and has a bouncing ball!

superpower

Another LA Times gem!

Your 2006 superpower: Each sign has unique talents, tricks, mystifying qualities and secret strengths. Which of those talents will the planets help you magnify to heroic proportions in 2006?

Capricorn: Re-framing. When something isn't working, you alter your frame of reference, choosing to see things in a different way. By doing so, you become wise.

yadda, yadda, yadda...

"The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing."
--Walt Disney, entertainment pioneer

another horror-scope

Capricorn 2006 astrological highlights: You are exploring uncharted territory this year, and what could be more thrilling? The newness of experiences now through February gives them a romantic glow. It's as though your life has become cinematic. The starring players make strange and surprising moves in February. Your reaction will determine the course your personal life takes all spring. Make forgiveness your rule, and fight against the need to exclude anyone. The loving relationships you build are actually good for your health! March shows you going the distance for one special person. Just be sure to treat yourself with as much respect and honor your own goals with equal determination. Family members seem to have an agenda that depends on your cooperation, but taking care of yourself is the best way to help others. A fantastic purchase in May is something you've looked forward to for a very long time. There's a chance for accepting retribution or even getting some kind of revenge in July. Of course, success remains the best revenge of all. Retaliate by showing the world you have outgrown the petty complications of the past! You are trusted with the custody of something or someone precious in August.

from over there...

My little brother's in Iraq and sent these pics my way. Comforting to know that he's okay, and seeing is believing (well, to a certain extent, but don't get me started on the politics of this friggin' war!).

mickey d's has taken over the enemy 

dvt 

in good spirits 

young guns 

more bday pics... from siobhan's camera

me and leslie 

danny and sachin 

the irish chick and joe bull 

happy hoppy new year

Happy New Year!!! Here are pics from an intimate evening at Mike and Idene's, filled with libations, liquor-filled chocolate, Hoppy sliders, Poker 101, a visit from Santa, and some good people.

the ladies 

the gents 

paparazzi shot 

our illustrious hosts - mike and idene 

me and johnny mac 

marisa and mark