It snowed!
OK, not nearly as much as I was hoping for (I'm so annoyed that they got more snow in Houston, of all places), but it's very cold and I know there is more to come. Welcome back, winter. Woo hoo!
...on the road and off...
OK, not nearly as much as I was hoping for (I'm so annoyed that they got more snow in Houston, of all places), but it's very cold and I know there is more to come. 


It was such a great mix of old and new, friends and family. My parents joined in, and of course the Tribe was there and so was my Aunt Nat.
Those who couldn't make it for dinner met us down the street at Anthony's for serenading by the infamous Frank, shots of VO, and the absolute best toasted raviolis (served by the hunky Vito). There were lots of laughs, many at my expense, and lots of catching up with friends.
Anyway, it was certainly a birthday to remember - and the first in a long time that I've spent in Missouri. It was awesome!