I am so tired today! Going away for the weekend sounded like such a good idea, but I really need some recovery time. but I did have a nice time. I guess I am paying for playing.

Filed paperwork for firm retirement date -- May 31, 2012. In some ways it seems unreal that I am planning on retiring when I am 55, but on days like today I do not know how I am going to make it that long. I had to send in a firm retirement day in order to be approved for what is called our pre retirement summer glide. It guarantees me summer teaching, which in turn boosts my income average. Does that make sense? Of course, the idea of having to teach again for the next two summers without a break is a bit overwhelming.

Supermoo -- What an interesting name Hope you have a nice visit with your friends!

Kelly -- Baked spaghetti sounds yummy.

Sandy -- Crowns are so expensive. My dental insurance pays about 50% of the costs of a crown.

Debbie, Hope the drive into Chicago went ok.