* My allergist is superb and nice as can be, and I got both a shot and a prescription to help combat the current respiratory infection.

* Carryout sushi within walking distance of the office.

* Almost, almost done with the big honkin' 245-slide albatross that's taken up most of my week. Just a couple more hours of revision to go.

* Was in good voice by the end of rehearsal last night. Caroled high bits of Handel all the way home.

* A friend I'd been worried about finally resurfaced online.

* Popcorn and tangerine jelly bellies.

* It is such a joy to have friends still willing to read my natterings even when I'm being a pain in the ass.