In the field, snow is glistening. Wait, no. That's Christmas. My brother, Derek, gets married this Saturday, and as it draws closer I find myself getting pretty emotional about it. I haven't written my best man toast yet, but I did just complete their reception slide show. I must say, I have a knack for that crap. It'll definitely be memorable. So, the toast - speech ...

I'm not even going to mention the lag between posts here, so back off ok? :) This weekend is the 4th of almost every booked weekend this summer. After laundry, ironing and packing tonight; tomorrow morning I head up to Eau Claire with Mandi for my good friend JoDean's wedding. Mandi will finally get to meet my Mom... probably for lunch on Saturday and then we're going ...

It was a long trek, but made it all the way up into Illinois last night before finding a hotel. We had about 5 hours left today and I was back in town around 1pm. I'm glad I'm home... now to just unpack, unwind, and try not to think about going back to work tomorrow...

We're on highway 24 just out of Tenessee and on our way through the bluegrass state! It's been a long day, though. Up at 3:30am Central time and left a few minutes later after goodbyes with the grandparents. I have been able to take a couple brief naps, so that's helped. My goal is to make it to Champaigne, IL tonight around 9 and get a hotel. ...

This morning I'm finishing packing and then off to Florida. I'll get there this evening, spend tomorrow with the grandparents soaking up some sun, and then leaving early Sunday morning to drive back with my aunt Tess. I'll write from the road though, if for nothing else as a way to pass time. I already miss my new girlfriend, Mandi... see you Monday... :)

A recent business conference brought me back to Chicago. I haven't been there for quite a few years, and after a few long, long days - I realized why I wasn't real big on in-city life. Living in Los Angeles was nice, because it was a big "city" - but it's so spread out, there's seperate little towns that make up the bigger area. No ...