'Gans

Matt and my dad are on their first official date: the Willie Nelson concert at the Murat! I stayed home with Mr. Sunshine and we're watching lots-o-Backyardigans adventures. I recently "friended" Evan Lurie, musical genius of the 'Gans, as we like calling them. We own 8 Backyardigans DVDs, and Matt and I sing the music all day long in our heads.

Evan used to be in a NYC band called the Lounge Lizzards - remember them (kind of) well. I absolutley love social utilities. I don't go backstage anymore (although I am having lunch next Sunday with my friend Ken Bethea, an Old 97), but I still have the need to talk me some music with the professionals. After all these years, music is still my passion...I've simply added a few more.

My delicate little flowers are covered outside with bed sheets (what else?) because we're expecting spring snow, but the Bulldogs beat the Gators in overtime, so it's a good night. Sam and I want a slobbery bulldog. We're trying to convince Matt of their charm. I grew up with an English Bulldog named Sophia of Downey; she took a nap against me every day of my life until 5th grade, and I want to create such fond childhood memories for Sam, too. Matt grew up with a Domerman. Nothing cuddles like a Doberman. Whatever.

Time for the Swamp Creature. Some seriously good music. Thank you, Evan.