I’m getting good at scheduling my appointments closely enough together to keep my trips to Seattle short and sweet. I drove in on Wednesday, got my nails done, then on Thursday saw a new client I’ve known for some time online (he is an “out” client, but professional discretion still forbids my naming him unless he chooses otherwise) and found him both lovely and generous. And speaking of generosity, I got three new presents: the DVDs for Thundarr the Barbarian from Brad Carter; a book of ghost stories from Nick Fowler; and a lovely snakeskin summer top from my friend Angela Keaton. I also found out who sent the kitchen scale (RockyJimBeam) and the red cashmere sweater (Antonio Lorusso). Jim will be glad to know that I already used the scale in preparing Saturday’s dinner, and Antonio asked for a picture of me in the sweater (I’m sure he won’t mind if I share it with everyone). Thanks so much to all my wonderful, generous friends, clients, and readers; y’all have helped make this a very lovely birthday season!