I am a grown person I know, but I still believe in concept of security blankets especially in times of stress. During 9/11 it was my new kittens from the humane society that I held and loved on while soaking in the reality of those hard moments that begin four years ago today. This week it has really helped to post blog entries and wear my new kangol visor, that already looks like it is 10 years old, while absorbing the news from Louisiana. I know that is weird, especially since I am woman. I have heard criticism from friends and family alike about how girls shouldn't wear caps my entire life, but it never has and never will stop me. It keeps overhead light glare out of my eyes, hides less than presentable hair and for some reason, provides me with a sense of comfort and relaxation and always has. When I was a kid, I wouldn't wear my team cap from softball until the day of the game. There was something sacred and ceremonial about the 'team cap' and that magic carries o...
Clare and I went to Missoula, Montana to see my parents for a late Thanksgiving. There was snow on the ground all week and we spent a lot of time inside playing poker. Clare found a case of beer for $5.99 and tried to make the best of it, but it found a better home at the Sigma Nu house just a few blocks away. After all, it is called Bootie beer. We had fun with the three pups and enjoyed some Brown-style r and r. 
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