not that long until caitlin visits. i have planned a secret mystery trip, which i'm excited about. my jayvee clare will be coming up tonight for a 4- to 5-day visit.

another news: my friend/co-worker teala gave birth yesterday to carigan hope at 9lbs. they're both doing well; i visited them yesterday.

i was "promoted" at work: i am the supervisor for my "unit." official title: direct services manager--touch me. i know you're j.

i read the most depressing short story by j. d. salinger last night: "A Perfect Day For Bananafish"
read it; you'll see: http://www.freeweb.hu/tchl/salinger/perfectday.html