Happy New Year folks. For my resolution this year I vow to give up pickled substances and toy stuffed monkeys. I also plan not to wear any hats bigger than 2 feet in any direction.

I'm in Connecticut to help settle my grandmother's estate. Don't feel too bad for me, she was in pain and it was a quiet death. We weren't close either; she wasn't pleased that we adopted. I do get to see all my family though. We get along very well and know how to have a good time. It generally involves great amounts of excellent food and alot of laughing.

I expect that I will spend my inheritance on non-pickled substances and treat anyone who comes to call to an exotic drink with a fruit spear and a paper umbrella. Just give me a few hours notice so I can plug in the blender.

ta!