The last of the forties

Well, another natal anniversary to mark my time on this rock has come and gone.

Today I did some errands, mostly for car parts and such. Jeff was coming home early after a doctor's appointment, then we headed off to grab a nice dinner (of which I brought most of home) then to The Hippodrome (aka "The France-Merrick Theater for the Performing Arts", tell me which one rolls off the tongue easier) to see JERSEY BOYS. It was am amazing show. While our show was conveniently on my birthday night, the tickets were actually a gift given to Jeff for Xmas. So that worked out well. Both of us definitely wouldn't mind seeing the show again.

As for the whole Groundhog Day thing, when I first headed out of my burrow to head to CarQuest, no shadow. Take that as you may. I'm out of the weather prognosticating business.

It was a good day, but as has become an increasing norm for me, not one full of happiness. There is some news we received today that could turn out to be very devastating. That's all I will say at this moment.

I just so over the holidays and birthdays from now on.

Rest in peace, Beasty

I found out moments ago via several friends' posts that Greg Garcia, known better in LJ circles as beastbriskett has died after a long fight with cancer. I'm still stunned. Greg was an early LJ friend and his posts were always an enrichment to my day. Were I ever to make it out to the left coast, he was the first person I wanted to give a huge hug to and just hang out with. His positive attitude throughout his fight with cancer as well as his general upbeat outlook of hope even during very hard times should be an inspiration to all.

A while ago, he had posted this short video. When I had finished viewing it, I knew it had summed up his perspectives so perfectly.

You are my shooting star, Greg. May you rest in peace.