what a wonderful thing a weekend is

Weekends are a bit like rainbows;
they look good from a distance
but disappear when you get up close to them.
~John Shirley

This weekend seriously disappeared. It was another one of those weekends where things were planned, but not really. My roommate from college, Liz, came down for a little visit. Liz and I were roommates for all 4 years of college (with the exception of 1 semester junior year) and she knows me very well. She and I always have a great time when we're together. We are usually on the same wave length, especially when it comes to our sense of humor. Liz is always thoughtful, and kind, and freakin' hilarious. Some of the stories she told this weekend had me in tears... and happy ones at that! And I figure, after putting up with me for 4 years, she has to have a lot of patience!

Liz arrived on Friday, and was promptly whisked to the nearest cheesesteak place for her yearly fill of Philly's finest. After dinner, we went to a happy hour in Center City - and stood in one of the coldest lines ever. We danced and had a generally good time...

Liz and some of the gentlemen she attracted

Saturday was a trip to King of Prussia, after many a story and plenty of test-grading (Liz likes to take her work everywhere!) Saturday night was a night 'in' with a dash of RockBand mixed in. Liz left very early on Sunday morning, in search of coffee and cheap gas. I directed her to both. All in all, a great weekend spent with a great lady - who I am very fortunate to know.

What a terrific duo!

In other news: sister Nina came home today for Thanksgiving break. She was a general pest, attacking everyone and climbing all over the place. But I guess it's good to have her home and in one piece.