Since we've been back in Kentucky, we have had a string of events-- two baby girls born to dear friends, a buddy's elopement, a birth announcement, knee surgery for my mother-in-law, and updates from our loved ones across the country. And the weather is lovely, a warm and breezy 70 that makes for perfect walks. The moon is full and high, opposite the sky from shining Venus, some of the better northern constellations dancing in between.

Alan and I have had a chance to read about the virtues, spun some new thoughts on feminist philosophy, visited with our friends in town, and Lucy has worked on all her animal names today. RCIA class (catechism class) was all about marriage and we were able to glean quite a bit from our teachers. And I've started a new project for work, which is always good news.

We had such a lovely trip to New Jersey and a few very nice days to welcome us back home.