Did you know I share a birthday with Sean Astin???

I was hoping the season of winter would hold on just a little longer. Gone now are my happy days when I can wear turtlenecks just about every day of the week. In the Bay Area no more big rain, no more biting winds, and that distinct sunniness that belies any hope of the true grey chill I love so dearly.

Today I turn 35 (two years older than Mr. Astin, aka Samwise Gamgee, by the way). Spring in California ain't so bad. :-)