The house is a frenzy of activity, everyone getting ready to leave for the day. We're all heading to Amanda's first to have some birthday fun, then Mark, emma and I are going to Michele's, Daniel is going to his dads, and Katie is going elsewhere with Charlie of course. It's practically like leaving for a trip, the way everyone is running around packing bags, backpacks, Emma's stuff, etc. Crazy.

Time to go. more later.