Message 199

Yesterday I picked Beech up at school and took him to gymnastics. He was not hungry and so agreed to skip our visit to McDonalds afterwards. He said he would get the Hippo toy next time. He is collecting the toys that come with the Happy Meals.

Last night I watched a DVD of The Namesake. It is about the experience of immigrants from India to America. I give it four stars. I had seen an interview with the author on Charlie Rose, and the woman who directed it also directed Water which I thought was really good too. The only actor I recognized was the one who played Kumar in the famous White Castle movie.

Message 200

Yesterday I signed up for a Medicare Drug plan. I figure it will save me a couple of thousand dollars a year. It has gotten to be that I take a lot of expensive pills, especially FLOMAX, Detral LA, FLONASE, and Boniva. The plan should become effective on January first.

Last night Joshua came over and brought burgers from The Dutch Goose. We watched the Sharks beat Toronto 6-2. They were ahead 4-0 after the first period and just coasted from there. They have tied the NHL record for the best start after 25 games. Their new coach has made a big difference in the way the team plays.