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I have to apologize to the epeeps that called me last night. I was in serious sleep mode and didn't get back to anyone.

A special apology goes out to (e:haikuster) for being too incoherent to remember it was her birthday.

Happy Birthday Deidre! Looking forward to seeing you next week.

There's a girls' dinner tonight with some people from work, one of which is Lisa Visco. She's from New Jersey, so she maintains that she can't be related to e-paul and e-mike. But I am certain they are long lost cousins. I need a digital camera so everyone can decide whether there is a resemblance.

Then it's off to the Mohawk Place dance party. All the epeeps should be there.

Those e-dudes are so cool - ice cold.

This isn't really elmwood related, but it's for a good cause.

My friend Kristen's nephew Thomas was born prematurely, and has had several medical complications. His family is having a fundraiser to help his parents with the financial costs of doctors visits, medications, and several surgeries.

Join us for food, drinks, and live music!

When: Sunday, July 18, 2004
1 pm - 6 pm
Where: Lincoln Arena @ the corner of Decatur and Tonawanda
Cost: $15 Donation - Kids under 10 are free

They were talking about Steve Kurtz on Democracy Now this morning. It's all completely out of control. The "dangerous chemicals" he had can be found in most chemistry sets and purchased legally on the internet. The poor guy couldn't even mourn for his wife. But you all know all this. It's just so disturbing.

On a more fun note, is anyone going to the Pink tonight?