I don’t know why this cracked me up — maybe because I first watched it at about 3:30AM — but I can’t get over either the guy in the red track suit, or Zack Galifiwhatzit coming out as a way-too-long-flute player. This season of SNL looks like a lot of fun.

The Statler Brothers, Flowers on the Wall

“March forth!” my older, wiser, friend hollered, as I pocketed my chip and headed out of the meeting…

A few days ago I celebrated one year sober.

And, as my buddy noted, March 4th is a great day to have to celebrate, because it’s not only a goal, it’s also a command.  A wish.  A plan.  So, that’s what I am going to do.  Will you join me here?

I can honestly say I am a different person than I was a year ago.  Maybe you will read that in my words here as time goes on.  Maybe you have seen me and experienced it.  Living by the principles of a 12-step program is extremely challenging, but ultimately so rewarding.  Hopefully not just for me, but for the people who encounter me as well.

Thank you for all your support over the last many months.  Even when I wasn’t posting I felt you all pulling for me.  I plan to spend more time here at Fannfare, too, so stick around!

Coldplay, God Put A Smile Upon Your Face