Yep, parts of Allan's birthday on Saturday were way too awkward.

I felt like I had to say something, but couldn't, and didn't really want to. "I'll play the winner in foosball" was all I had. And the winner didn't even bother to take up the offer... understandable... I'm pretty awesome at foosball Ok, so I'm just better than average It felt pretty good winning though, I have to say. It felt great. And I'm not just talking about the foosball.

I'm so lucky to have such great people in my life - colleagues, friends and family. It's always more important who you spend your time with, than what you spend doing - at the end of the day, it's the people in your life that are important; without them, I wouldn't be where I am today, nor as happy as I am today.

The rest of the birthday was fun. Especially the 15 minute foosball battle between Geoff and myself, I had such a great time. I felt bad when Al didn't like his DVDs though, I was sure he'd like his gift I should have gone with my initial instincts with Gran Torino

Sunday was Alicia's mom's 50th birthday party at their place. I'm so proud of Alicia, she works so hard, and is so thoughtful - her speech (that I think Lee-Anne helped with) had her/their mom teary eyed... it was a very touching moment

I'm a bit nervous for Alicia's birthday karaoke... what could I sing?! I can't sing?! We'll see While on the theme, it's also almost my birthday. Think I'll have to do something this year.


Remember remember the Fifth of November
Gunpowder Treason and Plot
I know of no reason
Why Gunpowder Treason
Should ever be forgot