chuckles

i find myself frequently laughing at myself. i just had a birthday this past weekend, and with our family's usual tradition i gave out a birthday list for those that wanted some help thinking of gifts i would like. i laugh at myself because the things I really value the best weren't even on my list. despite the fact that I received many of the items on my list, the things that meant the most to me were the incredibly fun time hanging out with my friends while eating good food and watching the season premiere of "the office", talking to my brother on the phone from tennessee, spending time with my wife, enjoying nature, having a wonderful evening with my family, and finally fruit salad. next year i'll have to rethink my list.