The true countdown has begun. I've been working steadily since 8:30 am trying to wrap up as many loose ends as possible and impress on my temp that she's going to be the one responsible from now on, so ask all you can now. It's almost done.

I'm tired, but running on excited energy for the first time in a long time. I got to meet Iron Maiden Friday night, since they came by after their show in the Meadowlands to my regular bar. I have a bye this week for pool so I can actually stay late at work without running late to league, and tomorrow the Tuesday team with two of my favorite people from the group will be up in my neighborhood so I can stop by to see them.

Things are going very well. Now's the time to remember what it's like, to sustain me during the times things have turned, to know that I can be happy and confident, adventurous without throwing caution completely to the winds, and taking pleasure in the simple things in life.