2008 National Scrabble Championship

July 25-30, 2008, at Royal Pacific Resort in Orlando, Florida.

Looks like Bodie's going to Disneyworld!

Hopefully, my mother will be able to attend.

Time to start studying!

Eastern Sierra Trip

A few weeks ago I made a quick trip to the Eastern Sierras. I needed to catch my breath. This is my 13th year practicing law and lately I've been feeling a bit burnt out. It's not the law itself; I enjoy studying, reading, and discussing law, particularly Constitutional law. The practice of law, though, can be tedious.

I knew, of course, that the solutions to my problems or the answers to my questions would not be found driving up the 395, sitting by a campfire, sleeping in a tent, or soaking in a hot spring. But, the sights and sounds of the Eastern Sierras have brought me comfort since 1993 and didn't fail me this time.

Alex's Graduation

My nephew Alex graduated from Venice High School in Venice, Florida earlier this month. He'll be 18 in July.

Wow!

My mom e-mailed me a very nice slide show she made for him. As I watched it, I was once again reminded of how far away I am from my family. My sisters' kids are growing up quickly and I just don't get to see them enough.

So, I'm renewing my New Year's Resolution of going to see Jina and her family and Kristen and her family sometime this year.

My Jeepin' Buddy

Book Report

I finished volume I of Shelby Foote's The Civil War: A Narrative in early April. After a few weeks off, I am now ready to start volume II.

I read The Planets by Dana Sobel, but didn't like it as much as Longitude.

I'm also reading The Book Of Dave by Will Self.