Just wanted to check in and say hi. I've realized that I've not adhered to my original vision of having a web journal: to practice utter transparency and expression. I think I've been somewhat reserved and afraid to let it all hang out. So, I'll do my best to keep it simple and straightforward. Cousin Andy is in town, and its so nice and really encouraging to have the brother around. Nothing of particular interest at work today. I spilled some hot tea on my white shirt, so now I have a dollar coin sized brown stain on the front of my shirt. Ah well, I get to work on not being so self-conscious about the way I look. Keep things in perspective: even one week from now, no one would remember this, if they even noticed today. No biggie.