Welcome Lauren Brennan

Hi GUys,

Sending a shout out to Ms Brennan out in PHL. She used to work for Travel back in when I started then I left and then came back. Brennan was our accountant when our team was first dubbed TAFT. And yes Brennan the name has stuck.

I wasn't having a good day so far. I understand that pain is part of recovery, but it seems that everyday it's a little more painful and not sleeping well in an upright position for the week has finally taking it's toll on me. The silly Dr wants me to cut back on my pain killer consumption, but c'mon now, something's gotta give and if one doesn't do it you better believe i'm popping a second...besides if he didn't want me to use them why did he give me so many right....? The pain has finally subsided and i'm no longer on the verge of a melt down as i was this morning. Chin up right? Even if I can only mean that figuratively right now since my chin has been sewn to the bottom of my neck for the time being.

Anyway, my 45 yr old aging hippie, mother of two, soon to be divorced and dating an 83 yr old up in the berkshires friend, Suzanne, has offered to bring me dinner tonight and i can't wait to catch up with her. I used to work with Suzanne back in my bug days when i chased butterflies and dissected catepillars in the name of science....awe good times. Those of you familiar with the who Amherst, MA - do you remember the Black Sheep Cafe (not to be mistaken with the new Black Sheep in Luzern), well i used to love their Greek salads with a knot roll. And next to that is the Fresh Side Cafe where she's picking up some pad thai and spring rolls...so yummy.

Can't wait for Saturday, i will finally be able to share some photos with you.

yours truly,

k