**sigh**

What a lovely day! I finally took advantage of the gift certificate that I gave Dave TWO YEARS AGO for Valentine's (I say if a gift is unused for a full year, it's mine again). I had a fabulous massage at Egea. Outstanding. Then had myself a little lunch while reading my new book, Water for Elephants. I've heard nothing but good things - raves, in fact. After that, I stopped here to get Davonna's birthday gift. Time for a little more reading before I head to the Chicago Brauhaus for the birthday dinner. That's right, there will be polka and beer. Prost!