"I've got a feeling that tonight's gonna be a good, good night!"

Tonight will be the first time in five years that I get to celebrate my birthday - which is actually on Monday - with my family and childhood friends. 4 years in Syracuse + 1 in DC = it's been far too long since I've celebrated with those who have known me the longest (not that I didn't love the past five birthdays with my college and work pals). Here's to tonight!

photo by Jo Tyler

And I hope you all go out and celebrate the first weekend of October (my favorite month!).