I left Tacoma about noon and had a fabulous smooth ride with bright sunshine and blue sky. I think this is only the 2nd time in the history of me living up here that I've done that drive without using my windshield wipers. I saw at least three hawks (hawk? -- too lazy to look up) along the way too.

Returning the Gift was an adventure and a half but everyone who made it seemed to have a great time, including me, so I guess it was a success. I'm beat now and plan to lay low and get my act together.