Went to Lord of the Rings on Thursday. Terrific - mesmerizing and captivating. I kept saying to myself - "how did they do that" and "boy I have to pee but I can't get up now..." I highly recommend it and can't wait til it's on DVD. I think I am going to have to reread the books - it's been so long.

Family and friends over on Saturday - the parents and aunt and uncle in town for the holidays. I am thankful for family and friends this year and for their safe travel. We don't get together nearly often enough so this has been fun. The house is full and the cats and dogs are very appreciative of all the new attention. Lots of videos being watched:: Shrek, Pecker, Ghengis Blues the moving documentary about Paul Pena and Tuvan throat singing as well as the newest episodes of Absolutely Fabulous.

Went for a long ride yesterday and it was good.