Hello. It seems like I've been away forever. Our little music gatherings are so cool!! The idea of a group of music-loving friends joining forces to put on world-class live music shows is more fun than I thought possible. One of the tune-junkies said, "It's like a living room party." I agree. The vibe is great. Everyone there has one thing in common...the love of music. I think I wore out a pair of my happy feet. Thank you all for the night.

Saturday I worked a wedding reception. This is the first time I have been on the other side of the bar for one of these free-for-alls. This particular union featured some unusual contestants. I think I met 3 guys who were the brides' "father", the girl friend of the brides' father, the grooms' mother and her "friend"...and that was only those that introduced themselves. By 10:00 pm, the place was incredibly drunk, the DJ was done and everyone headed for their respective trailer parks. When do you suppose it became customary to get slobbering drunk at weddings? I think it may have its' roots in the Bible somewhere. None the less, wedding receptions have a way of showcasing the amateurs.

I know it sounds twisted, but drunk people are part of what I like about bartending. First of all, if it weren't for drunks there would be no need for bars. Beyond that, I enjoy listening to a story stumbling off of a swollen toungue. People tell you the craziest shit! I've heard laughter and seen hidden tears. We expose ourselves after a few too many wobbly-pops. I try to give these folks the attention they are seeking...and deserve.